International Logistic & Supply Chain Management NMIMS assignment December 2024

NMIMS Global Access
School for Continuing Education (NGA-SCE)
Course: International Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Internal Assignment Applicable for December 2024 Examination
Assignment Marks: 30
Instructions:
• All Questions carry equal marks.
• All Questions are compulsory
• All answers to be explained in not more than 1000 words for question 1 and 2 and for question 3 in not more than 500 words for each subsection. Use relevant examples, illustrations as far as possible.
• All answers to be written individually. Discussion and group work is not advisable.
• Students are free to refer to any books/reference material/website/internet for attempting their assignments, but are not allowed to copy the matter as it is from the source of reference.
• Students should write the assignment in their own words. Copying of assignments from other students is not allowed
• Students should follow the following parameter for answering the assignment questions
Q1. An international athleisure brand is planning its foray in the Indian market but is unsure of whether to begin by importing its range of athleisure wear in India from its contract manufacturers located outside India or contracting a domestic Indian manufacturer to produce & supply its range of athleisure wear. Help the company in its supply chain planning & suggest a supply chain strategy for its Indian foray.
Q2. An Indian manufacturer of copper wires wants to expand into international markets by exporting to two countries, Saudi Arabia & Qatar. Explain the various factors to be considered in planning the logistics for the exports expansion, and suggest the appropriate choice of logistics strategy (in-house / 3PL / 4PL etc.) for the same.
(10 marks)
Q3. An Indian chemical manufacturing company has been facing stiff competition in the domestic market from imports. While there is strong demand for the product, cheaper imports from other countries such China, USA and Thailand, have limited the growth potential for the company. The company is therefore exploring sourcing its products from several low-cost suppliers based in these countries.
a. Identify the key factors the company must consider for procurement from these countries? How can it organize its international procurement function to ensure smooth procurement on a regular basis? (5 marks)
b. Explain the role of government agencies in such international procurement. What related procedural aspects will the company have to handle additionally for such international procurement? (5 marks)
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