"VF Brands Global Supply Chain Strategy" case study.
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1. VFwas a traditional vertically integrated apparel company when it made jeans in its own plants. The company then went to an outsourcing strategy when it pursued a global marketing strategy featuring branded life style products. Why was outsourcing an appropriate supply chain initiative with the change in strategy?
2. Discuss the challenge faced by VF in managing its global supply chain. For VF, what are the risks and benefits of outsourcing production to third parties? What is the value proposition of a "Third Way" outsourcing strategy for VF?
3. How should VF think about using its different sourcing capabilities (In-house, third-way and outsourcing) across its wide product portfolio? What trade-offs should VF consider?
4. How should VF manage the strategic partnership with suppliers? Discuss the role of contracts and trust in building VF's Third-way strategic partnership?