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Assignment: SCM and Global SCM Paper

Once, the world seemed smaller, with businesses having scope within their national supply chains. Now, business leaders need to consider the concept of globalization, a hybrid word of global and local, they need to "think globally and act locally." It is important within the context of business, that supply chain management (SCM) supports operations management (OM) efforts.

In the modern world, there really only is the global supply chain, however it can be considered from both general theoretical and applied practical perspectives.

Directions

In this Assignment, you will compose an informative essay in a minimum of 3-full pages in which you specifically address the parts listed below. Make sure to include separate title and references pages, use standard paragraph structure, double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and follow all other APA 6th edition formatting and citation guidelines. Conduct research from credible peer-reviewed sources, the Library, and your textbook to support your responses.

SCM Theory

Select a part of general SCM Theory to examine more closely. Conduct online research to support your writing with credible sources. In particular, demonstrate your knowledge of how supply chain management supports operations management efforts.

Global SCM Practice

Select a part of the application of Global SCM practice to examine more closely. Conduct online research to support your writing with credible sources. In particular, demonstrate your knowledge of how global supply chain management supports operations management efforts.

Also, close your paper with the following observations from your research:

The importance of professional interaction, communication and presentation skills within the operations management and SCM environments.

Ensure each topic is covered to appropriate breadth and depth demonstrating knowledge of the course concept.