Problem: Conduct an analysis of the how Kibby and Strand manage receiving, production, and shipping and prepare a Process Improvement Plan addressing issues that occur when marketing shortens delivery time to appease customers. The plan should include the process improvement methodology being implemented and a vendor comparison matrix to be used by the Receiving Department for evaluating suppliers of raw materials. The criteria for comparing vendors need to be research-based and specific to Kibby and Strand.
Please provide intent citations and reference sources in APA 7th edition.