Category: Logistics

Final Paper (Problem Analysis)
Assignment Instructions This analysis project requires you to tackle a problem within your field of study by first exploring it, its causes, and its impacts. Then, if you want, you can recommend one or more practical solutions to solve the problem. After deciding on the problem you wish to tackle, begin building questions about it. Your goal for the analysis is to answer the questions through your sources. Finding multiple angles and perspectives is ideal so that you explore those possibilities in the final paper before settling on your recommendation. Be sure to identify what is at stake. Here are questions to help guide your analysis: What is the problem being addressed (explain, describe, and “prove” that it exists)? Who is affected by this problem? Why does this problem exist? (Identify the root causes.) Why does the problem persist? (Identify the major factors that contribute to the problem’s ongoing presence.) What is at stake if the problem is not solved? If you decide to include a solution, use these questions to guide you: Who can take action? What should they do, exactly? Why would this help? What are the positive and negative aspects of your solution(s)? PURPOSE: To analyze a problem and possibly provide a solution AUDIENCE: Classmates, others interested in the field LENGTH: 750-900 words (Times New Roman font). Please do not go significantly (~10%) under or above the word count requirement. This word count includes only the paragraphs in your final essay (not the Works Cited/References page or previously submitted sections).
SOURCES: 5 (five) sources from the APUS Library (These may include sources you used in previous assignments. Going under this number will cost points in grading.) FORMAT: The citation style that is appropriate for your discipline

the picking problem with datas already have and I don’t know how to formulate the problem with constraints of weight and fragility constraints in the warehouse 

I need an essay about the importance of propper records managment in the Marine Corps, especially from the level of indiviadual marines who’s jobs aren’t necessarily related to records management. Does not need to meet any specific academic standards, just sound professional. Keep source siting simple if you can. Thank you. (Attached is a slideshow with some info about USMC records management, also including link here. https://www.mcieast.marines.mil/Portals/33/USMC%20Records%20Management.pdf)

Weeks 7&8: Project 4
Instructions
Assignment Instructions
Weeks 7&8 Project 4: Excel Data Analysis
Course Objectives:
CO8: Evaluate the impact of the forecasting processes and demand planning on a supply chain’s effectiveness.
CO9: Evaluate the impact of Inventory management systems on a supply chain network’s effectiveness
Assignment Prompt:
For Project 4, your assignment will be in Chapters 8 and 9. For the next two weeks, you will be using the attached Excel Spreadsheet workbook to answer 6 data analysis questions. There are 6 tabs on the excel workbook, one for each of the 6 questions you will be answering. The first three tabs (1, 2, & 3) relate to Chapter 8 (Forecasting and demand planning) while tabs 4, 5, and 6 relate to calculations you will be completing regarding chapter 9 (Inventory management). The 6 calculation problems you will complete are all referenced back to an example in chapters 8 and 9. For most of the tabs, there are multiple tasks to complete, all are sequential, so complete them in order. The point values for each problem are in the instructions.
Instructions:
To receive credit, you must use formulas to calculate all answers. If your Excel formulas skills are rusty, a hyperlink is provided below to short tutorials in GCFLearnFree.org where you can brush up on inserting formulas, summing tables of data, etc. It is recommended that you review these early in Week 7. GCFLearnFree.org/Excel2016 Formulas (tutorials 2 trough 5)
Finally, there are detailed instructions for how to complete each problem in the Excel template below. Download the template, store it in your computer, then, please read the instructions carefully. Upload the completed excel file to this week when you are ready for it to be graded. Use the following naming convention JSmith_Project4

Research Topic. Identify the concepts, procedures and issues to manage food and beverage waste and recycling operations
Instructions:
Write an outline of your research topic paper. This outline can follow the following format as far as section headings. There must be at least four sections highlighted by * and section titles. Include at least 100 words per section that you use. The outline can be narrative if format.
Abstract
Introduction* 
Background
Literature Review*
Findings* 
Conclusion*
Summary
Future Research Recommendation
You must describe each section of the research paper outline. There needs to be more than just a listing of sub-headings so include at least 100 words per section title so we can understand the scope and depth of the proposed paper.

This class is DEFM200 fundamentals of 
Intermodal Transportation. The topic of discussion should be related to the class. Please 
Chose a topic and then write a paragraph about the topic in the paragraph should be a research question to be answered. Paragraph must be double spaced and follow APA7 guidelines. 

Today’s urban transportation planning process is being impacted by the President’s Stimulus Plan. High speed rail is one such option to congestion along the highways of urban areas. These projects have two sides to them. There are those who support high speed rail and those who do not support high speed rail. You have been chosen to not support the Stimulus Plan for use of high speed rail to ease congestion. Your task is to help decision makers make up their minds. So, you are now on the opposing side. Discuss how this Stimulus Plan for high speed rail will not work. You can use any reference. But, you must also present your opinion based on facts and data, not just because you don’t like it. You will have to provide evidence to back up what you believe is a bad idea. (25 points)
Most (97 percent) roads and streets in the United States are under the jurisdiction of State and local governments. The Federal jurisdiction is mainly limited to National Parks, National Forests, and other government-owned land. Discuss what issues and problems might be common between the Federal jurisdiction and the State and Local governments, and what issues and problems might be unique to the Federal government compared to the State and local governments. List the common and unique attributes and provide a brief explanation to support your choice. Use references in APA format and also offer your own opinion on what you think of these issues and problems. (25 points)
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 1994. This sweeping agreement is designed to open the borders separating Canada, Mexico, and the United States to the free exchange of goods and services. There are many pros and cons of NAFTA that have emerged since 1994. The future of NAFTA is in the wind these days. It may fail or succeed for the next ten years. You job is to help Congress and other decision makers to decide what course of action they should take regarding NAFTA’s future. You are to take the side that NAFTA is a bad business investment; you are to represent the “con” side of the argument. So, discuss why you would defeat or destroy NAFTA or morph it from its current state to some other new state. (25 points)
In early 1990s with a second wave of low-cost carriers (LCCs), which led to the second period of strong traffic growth from early 1993 through early 2000, Southwest Airlines arguably provided the blueprint for U.S. Between 2006 and 2009 a fuel crisis happened and a recession for business and the transportation industry. What is the impact today on LCC’s in order to be competitive in this economy coming on the heels of this recession? (25 points)

Select a major US commercial air carrier and discuss how your selected airline relates to the selected topics listed below. Write a minimum of 2000 word paper, using proper APA formatting and a minimum of 5  (5-7) references from any source necessary to gather your information. Ensure you have reviewed the syllabus for further instructions and details for this assignment
Explain the history of your airline and describe its economic, structural, and competitive characteristics pre and post deregulation.
Identify the various route structure and product alternatives, the costs and benefits of each, and means for achieving product differentiation.
Identify the various airline departments and the role of each in planning, development, and execution of flight operations
Describe airline cost structure, the nature of fixed, variable, and controllable costs, and   methods employed by your selected carrier to obtain sustainable competitive cost advantages over  other carriers.
Discuss the methods of Revenue Management used by your selected air carrier and how it relates to other industries.

***PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND SUBMIT WHAT ITS ASKING FOR THANK YOU***
Helpful resources
https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/inventory-management/just-in-time-inventory.shtml
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QSO 322 Module Six Comprehension Questions Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
Your answers to these comprehension questions will demonstrate your understanding of the module concepts. Many of these concepts are included in the rubric criteria for the final project. Use your instructor’s feedback on your answers in this assignment as you develop the content for your final project.
Directions
Review the module resources and then answer each question. Support your answers with examples from your chosen case study or another relevant scenario to show how to apply the concepts to real-life situations.
Specifically, address the following rubric criteria:
Provide thorough and accurate answers that address all aspects of each question.
Support your answers with examples from your chosen case study or another relevant scenario.
Cite course resources, including your chosen case study or outside resources, for another relevant scenario.
Comprehension Questions
Discuss the relationship between service level, uncertainty, safety stock, and order quantity. How can trade-offs between these elements be made?
What is the difference between the probability of a stock-out and the magnitude of a stock-out?
Selling inventory helps the business achieve the objectives of making money and satisfying customer needs. The business does not achieve those objectives if inventory sits on the shelf. Inventory turn is a key indicator of success in inventory management. Regularly turning over inventory helps a company make money and satisfy customer needs. Explain how you would calculate the inventory turn for the company in your chosen case study. What information would you need?
In every company, there are some demands that vary in a cyclic nature. Give an example of a cyclic demand in your own household and explain how you adapt to your need for that particular product. Use an example of a cyclic demand from your chosen case study and explain how the company should adapt to it.
Stock-outs are a serious concern for all inventory managers. To prevent stock-outs, each item in the inventory has a reorder point. Use an example from your chosen case study and calculate the reorder point for the item.
There is a cost to the ordering process. Determining the quantity to order each time requires you to consider several factors. Use an example from your chosen case study and determine the economic order quantity (EOQ) for the item.
What to Submit
Submit your answers as a 3- to 5-page Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Sources should be cited according to APA style

Once you select a topic, you will need to identify for your topic and write an outline of your research topic paper. This outline can follow the following format as far as section headings. But you do not have to follow it. You can add more sections. But there must be at least five sections highlighted by * and section titles. Include at least 100 words per section that you use.
Abstract
Introduction*
Background
Define your topic*
Explain your topic*
Defend your position about your topic*
Conclusion*
Summary
Future Research Recommendation
Incorporate at least one reference from articles listed within the online APUS library.
•Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
•APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to APA style and formatting.
•Length of paper: typed, double-spaced pages with no less than two pages.
•Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Criteria
Exemplary
Accomplished
Developing
Beginning
Did Not Attempt
Criterion Score
Thesis and Support
20 points
The writing has a articulated thesis and subordinate ideas supported by reliable and relevant evidence based on original research.
17 points
The writing has a articulated thesis supported by appropriate evidence and sound logic. Minor gaps in logic and argument may appear.
15 points
The writing has a thesis and related subordinate ideas supported by clear thinking and appropriate evidence. Logical arguments may be one-sided or incomplete.
13 points
The writing needs a clearer thesis and/or appropriate related subordinate ideas. Fuzzy logic may be evident and adequate supporting evidence is lacking.
0 points
No thesis present or the student did not attempt.
Score of Thesis and Support,/ 20
Organization
20 points
The writing flows smoothly and logically from a well-defined thesis. It contains an appropriate introduction, conclusion, and smooth transitions.
17 points
The writing is organized logically and flows well. An introduction and conclusion are evident, but transitions may be smoother.
15 points
The writing demonstrates rudimentary organization and logical structure, but ideas may be more fully developed and supported by more appropriate evidence.
13 points
The writing is noticeably lacking in organization. There is no clear introduction nor conclusion and ideas are neither carefully nor fully developed. Supporting evidence is lacking.
0 points
The paper is almost impossible to follow or understand or the student did not attempt.
Score of Organization,/ 20
Style
20 points
The writing engages the reader through an original prose style appropriate to the subject. Language is precise. Sentences are varied but not noticeably so. Active voice is apparent.
17 points
The writing keeps the reader’s attention through a carefully crafted prose style Language chosen is appropriate to the subject, but may call attention to itself in minor ways.
15 points
The writing is clear but could be expressed in a style more appropriate to the subject. It is jargon-free but may require a more complete explanation of some terms used.
13 points
The writing lacks clarity and is sometimes confusing. The language chosen is not appropriate to the subject nor the assignment.
0 points
The paper is completely unclear or completely off topic or the student did not attempt.
Score of Style,/ 20
Writing Mechanics
20 points
The writing is free of grammatical, proofreading, and stylistic errors. All quoted material is properly documented and cited.
17 points
The writing may exhibit a few minor errors in grammar or style, but do impair the flow of the reading. Most quoted material is properly documented and cited.
15 points
The writing could benefit from additional proofreading, as some errors impede the flow of the reading. Sources are documented and cited but need to show greater consistency.
13 points
The writing exhibits substantial errors in grammar and style so that the basic ideas are lost. Sources are overly quoted and not adequately documented nor cited.
0 points
The majority of the paper is substantially quoted or closely paraphrased or the student did not attempt.
Score of Writing Mechanics,/ 20
APA Format
20 points
References and in-text citations are included, appropriate and the paper is formatted correctly.
17 points
References and in-text citations are included, but one is formatted incorrectly. Other APA formatting is correct.
15 points
References and in-text citations are included, but both are formatted incorrectly, but the paper format is in proper APA.
13 points
References, citations, and APA format are all incorrect.
0 points
There are no references or citation or the student did not attempt.
Score of APA Format,/ 20