The firm manufactures a global positioning system (GPS) that sells for $2,000, with cost of goods sold (hardware 30% and software 70%) of 55% of sales. Compared to the United States, China offers a 7% cost reduction in electronics manufacturing hardware and a 45% reduction in software programming. India offers a 32% reduction in software programming costs. So far, you have been unable to determine whether India has the facilities to undertake the hardware manufacturing. The firm has to invest $300 million. As far as China is concerned, you can send hardware and software manufacturing to China or India.
You have been asked to lead a team to study and create a report for the executive team on both countries as business opportunities. As a group, study both China and India to make your calculations and recommendations as follows.
questions
What is the new cost of goods sold percent of sales for each of the countries?
What are your recommendations on choice of country? this portion Needs to be 2 power point slides
Include in-text citations as well as a list of references using APA style
Individual Portion
Discuss whether or not it would be more ethical to invest the money in the U.S.
Back up your position with research. Use APA style for in-text citations and a list of references