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In this case study students act as the supply chain manager of a sporting goods company. Company background information is provided and at the end of the study students write a plan of action to address specific issues. Students provide recommendations to increase profitability, reduce costs and...

This case study examines Office Max's consolidation of two distribution centers. The background of the company is provided, as well as details of the factors that went into deciding to consolidate the two distribution centers in Portland and Seattle. Students will read a detailed background of the...

This case study examines the congestion at Nhava Sheva port in India, the sixth largest port in the world. Students will begin by reading about the port, including its capacity and common issues with congestion. Students will then find a solution for a hypothetical shipping situation at the port....

This case study examines boom and bust cycles at the Port of Tacoma. This study discusses how economic activity affects shipping ports as well as the effects a number of other factors have had on the port. Several discussion questions are provided following the reading material. This case study...

This case study examines trucking congestion at the Port of Tacoma. Students read a detailed background and analysis of the problem and then answer several discussion questions. A map of the area analyzed is also included.  This case study complements Tacoma Community College's Logistics...

This case study provides a detailed background of short-haul trucking. Specifically, students will read about federal deregulation of the trucking industry and the impact it had on efficiency, cost and the truck drivers themselves. After reading the material, students will answer a few discussion...

This case study introduces students to a new infrastructure called the aerotropolis, and the impact it will have on logistics and supply chains. The aerotroplis is an airport-centric commercial trend which transforms "city airports" into "airport cities." Students will read background information on...

This case study uses a hypothetical warehouse performance problem to demonstrate key logistics issues. In this study students determine solutions to the company's efficiency issues. Company background information and instructor's application notes are provided.  This case study complements Tacoma...

This 31-page white paper was created by the National Center for Supply Chain Automation to serve as a guide for educational institutions. The guide aims to help educational institutions obtain labor market information (LMI) on supply chain technology. The guide includes sections on Understanding LMI...

The National Center for Supply Chain Automation created this 282-page textbook to provide an overview of the systems found in an automated warehouse or distribution center. The interactive textbook gives an overview of the supply chain technician profession and includes videos, games, and...