Define the strategic goals of supply chain management, andindicate how each element of a supply chain (purchasing,production, inventory, and transportation and distribution) has animpact on these goals. Use a relevant industry example in yourresponse.
Several automobile manufacturers are beginning to implementprograms for “build-to-order” cars. Identify an auto company thathas initiated a BTO program and describe what it entails. Contrastthe BTO program of this manufacturer with a company experienced inBTO production, like Dell. Discuss the differences in the supplychains between these companies that make BTO production moredifficult for an auto manufacturer.
