Supply chain integration is a major contributing factor to organizational success. The goal of supply chain integration is alignment within the supply chain. As a business leader, how can you achieve greater supply chain integration with suppliers and customers?

Amazon is a prime example of a company that has successfully managed its supply chain to achieve growth and profitability. Research the progression of Amazon's supply chain integration.  Write a 1,000-1,250 word paper that addresses the following questions:

• How do sales and operations      planning in supply chain integration impact the company overall? What      would Amazon's medium- and long-term forecast inform the operations      management department? How do logistics, transportation modes, and      warehouse locations impact Amazon's competitiveness?
• How does global sourcing and      procurement impact the overall effectiveness of the supply chain? What are      the benefits and challenges that have occurred when outsourcing logistics      and other functions?
• How has Amazon successfully      leveraged e-commerce strategies to promote supply chain integration and      boost sales and growth for the organization? Which strategies have been      particularly effective and why
• Do you feel that Amazon sets      an example for other companies to model regarding supply chain      integration? Be sure to explain your rationale.
• How would conscious capitalism      and a Christian worldview impact Amazon's supply chain integration?

Incorporate 5-7 resources to support your paper.