Instructions
Current Events: Hugos (2024) writes “The demands of our global economy are forcing companies and entire supply chains to adopt more flexible and responsive modes of operation" (p. 127). Thus, "companies must find ways to leverage the supply chain systems…with new technologies…" (pp. 127 – 128).
- Conduct your own research on one of the seven technologies that drive new changes in supply chains.
- Industrial robots
- Drones and driverless vehicles
- Artificial intelligence (AI)
- Internet of Things (IoT) and big data
- Real-time product information
- 3-D printing and additive manufacturing
- Simulation modeling
- Elaborate on how the technology you chose can and does impact the supply chain.
- Identify and describe the key benefits of using this technology.
Contributions must display original thinking and good knowledge of the subject matter, including links and references to sources to support your arguments. A minimum of three posts are required for each discussion (1 post and 2 replies). Additionally, make sure you cite sources you reference in-text and under a "References" section in APA format.
Textbook
- Essentials of Supply Chain Management This link opens in a new windowHugos, M. H. (2024). Essentials of supply chain management (Essentials Series) (5th Ed.). Wiley.
- Before you read each chapter, start by reading the chapter summary. Reading the chapter summary first will give you an idea of the key concepts you should give your attention to as you read and learn. Here are the chapters to read this module:
- Chapter 4: New Technology Changes How Work is Done
- Chapter 5: Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance
LinkedIn Learning
- Microsoft Project 2019 Essential Training This link opens in a new window[Bonnie Biafore]. (2018, September 24). Microsoft Project 2019 Essential Training [Video]. LinkedIn Learning. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/microsoft-projec...