Case Questions: 1. The universal power supply may be considered a postponement strategy by reducing the anticipated risks that may arise in a supply chain. It also may design generic parts that may be shared between warehoused with similar end products. It can lead to decreasing time and cost to firms, while obtaining the proper end quality. Quality is such an important factor for any vital company. As stated by Young (1985 p.7) "HP has learned that a focus on quality is actually one of the best ways to control costs."
2. The cost benefits of the universal power supply would lead to a new product such as a network laser printer. It would increase costs that will gain revenue of $30.00 per unit. They would be able to forecast effectively. Their profit would increase while time would decrease. The universal power would be universal, this would save money that could be allocated in a different area. This could decrease their lead time and decrease over stock.
3. The cost would benefit the different product life cycle by increasing their profits per unit. They can decrease their cost of supplying two different voltages. This could increase their forecasting and beat competitors. They can gain access in the life cycle and which may aid in increasing their volume. They can beat their end cycle and save from having to discount any left unwanted products and lose revenues.
4. Suggestions to HP Boise include adapting a software to improve their ability to forecast to aid in a more efficient operational standard. They can increase their innovation by investing in research. They can also investigate on other partners or vendors to supply inventory at a lower cost.
5. I believe that they should adopt the universal power supply. This would bring their printer to the next generation as they anticipated. This would improve overall function in their operational division. It will aid their printer in being universal which would draw attention to a wider market.
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