Provide ONE 2-3 page paper addressing both of the following topics.
· What are Walmart’s supply chain strategies to operate domestically and globally with emphasis on how they plan and integrate supply chain components into a coordinated system? Does Walmart use key tactics such as risk pooling, inventory placement, integrated planning, collaboration, information sharing, or other tactics? If so, please describe. Are other tactics used?
· How does Walmart leverage the transportation industry providers, users, and government agencies? How does Walmart address public policy issues along with managerial strategies in both the micro and/or macroeconomic issues in the transportation industry?
Sample Solution
What technologies are used to support Walmart’s supply chain operations? Are there any new technologies being implemented or tested by Walmart?
Walmart's Supply Chain Strategies: Domestic and Global
Walmart is one of the world’s largest retailers with over 11,500 stores in 28 countries. To continue to be successful in a highly competitive global environment, it has evolved its supply chain strategy in an effort to optimize their operations and reduce costs. This paper will discuss the various strategies that Walmart uses domestically and globally, as well as analyze the tactics used for integrating supplies into a coordinated system such as risk pooling, inventory placement, integrated planning, collaboration, information sharing and other related tactics. Additionally, it will provide an overview of the technology used by Walmart to support their supply chain operations along with recent developments within this area.