MRT 102

Questions 1. What is your recommended sourcing strategy in this case Please support your decision with quantitative and qualitative evidence gathered during the case analysis. Also, present your plan to reduce any risks associated with your sourcing decision. 2. This case provided the data necessary to perform a cursory supplier financial analysis. In reality, cross-functional sourcing teams must often obtain this data during their assessment of potential suppliers. Discuss possible sources of supplier financial information. What may impact a purchasers ability to obtain supplier financial data 3. A sourcing decision of the magnitude highlighted in this case requires a serious commitment of resources and time. Do all sourcing decisions require similar commitments of time and effort If not, describe the types of sourcing decisions that justify this effort. Describe the types of sourcing decisions that do not justify or require the level of effort and analysis required in this case. 4. How important is the issue of supplier capacity in this case How did your group evaluate supplier capacity What level of attention or importance should supplier capacity receive during the sourcing decision Why 5. Supplier selection decisions, such as the one presented in this case, usually require many weeks or months of analysis and discussion before reaching final agreement with a supplier(s). Creatively identify ways that the buying company can shorten the time from recognition of a purchase need to reaching agreement with the selected supplier. (Hint Consider performing certain required activities concurrently or in anticipation of a purchase requirement). 6. The issue of single versus multiple sourcing is an important consideration during supplier selection. Using the following table, identify the potential advantages and disadvantages of single and multiple sourcing (not only as they relate to this case). OVERVIEW Pacific Systems Corporation, Inc. (PSC) is a