16 Feb Analyze the “Nissan: Recovering Supply Chain Operations” case study
Case Study 2: Nissan Operations
Objectives
• Identify potential risks and disruptions in global supply chain networks
• Recommend operations strategies to manage supply chain risks and disruptions
• Evaluate companies’ strategies in dealing with supply chain risks
Required Materials
Aggarwal, S., & Srivastava, M. K. (2016). Nissan: Recovering supply chain operations. Ivey Publishing.
Note: The above required case is attached.
Instructions
Analyze the “Nissan: Recovering Supply Chain Operations” case study. Prepare a MS Word document of 4-6 pages answering the questions following the case. Be certain to discuss the items included in the rubric. A formal introduction and conclusion is needed to set up the stage for your write-up and to wrap up your findings, respectively.
Case Questions
1. List four sources of supply chain risks for a Japanese automotive manufacturer such as Nissan. Include all sources of disruption mentioned in the case in your list.
2. What are the operational strategies for managing supply chain risks/disruptions? Evaluate Nissan on each of these.
3. In your opinion, had Nissan developed the perfect recovery strategy or is there still room for improvement for future crises?
4. Explain the difference between Nissan’s risk management and crisis management strategies and evaluate each.
Evaluation
The following rubric indicates those areas you should be focusing on in preparing your assignment, and how the instructor will weigh these components relative to one another.
CTIVITY/COMPETENCIES DEMONSTRATED % of Final Grade
1. Content (70%)
a. Identifying and explaining the correct sources of supply chain risks from the case /20
b. Recognizing the correct strategy(ies) for managing the risks identified /20
c. Correct evaluation (supported with proper arguments) for Nissan’s risk strategies /15
d. Proper recommendation for improvement or justifying lack of need for one(s) /15
2. Writing and organization (30%)
a. Language (spelling, grammar, citation) /10
b. Information organized intelligently and holistically /10
c. Formal Introduction and Conclusion to essay /10
Total /100
