LOG309: Examine whether this organization’s supply chain is well equipped to handle sudden demand or supply shocks in the future: Logistics Applications Assignment, SUSS, Singapore

Question 1

Examine whether this organization’s supply chain is well equipped to handle sudden demand or supply shocks in the future. Use the LIVING framework proposed by Handfield & Linton (2017) as the basis of your discussion.

In your opinion, which part of the LIVING philosophy is this organization doing well or faring poorly? Why? What can be done to improve the situation?

Question 2

Briefly describe the background of this organization, such as the type of organization (e.g. SME, MNC, government agency, non-profit, etc.), and the nature of business.

The article by EDB (2020) was written from a manufacturing perspective. There may be lessons for other industry sectors as well. Demonstrate whether these three building blocks are exhibited in the organization you selected. If these building blocks are not observed or not applicable in this organization, give reasons why this is so.