week1 ASSIGNMENT

Analyze the case study Half a Century of Supply Chain Management at Wal-Mart (Ivey, #W12894) and submit a 2-page write-up on the following:

1. What attributes demonstrate the effectiveness of Wal-Mart’s supply chain?
2. How does Wal-Mart’s performance compare to its competitors? Is it performing better or worse? How?
3. Is Wal-Mart’s supply chain strategy and performance sustainable? What recommendation would you give to James Neuhausen?

The case write-up should not exceed four-pages, double-spaced, font size 12 Times Roman or equivalent, excluding exhibits (note that exhibits should not exceed two pages). The write-up should be professionally done, with arguments or points made in a logical flow. You can use prose or bullet-point format, but key arguments should be articulated clearly and concisely. Submit your completed assignment via the Turnitin drop box located in the Assignments area.