Read Case Problem 10.1 and Case Problem 11.1, "Somerset Furniture Company's Supply Chain and Case" in the Operations Supply Chain Management textbook.
Write a 700 - 1000 word paper addressing the following:
Provide a detailed overview of Somerset's problems.
Determine the product lead time by developing a time line from the initiation of a purchase order to product delivery.
Discuss the company's possible transportation modes and channels in China and to and within the USA.
Identify potential problems and solutions for problems in the channels.
Identify and discuss how international trade specialists, trade logistics companies, and or internet exchanges could help Somerset reduce its product lead time and variability.