EDEXCEL BTEC STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP LEVEL 7 (QCF)

Module Unit / Name Unit 14 – Strategic Supply Chain Management and Logistics

Unit Code: F/602/2357

Lecturer: Dr. Kenan Bakht

Assignment Brief

Assignment Submission Deadline: 06th December 2013

Assignment set by: EDEXCEL

Feedback Date: 24th January 2014

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IMPORTANT:

Submit a hardcopy of your assignment with TURNITIN report in the Admin office. – see Roma and receipt will be provided.

Soft copy of the assignment should be submitted in Moodle / Turnitin on – Assignment Box in each module. (for Plagiarism and Collusion check)

SIMILARITY INDEX: 30% and below is accepted

The Hardcopy of your assignment should only be sent to the Academic Coordinator: Roma Galvan. Submission to other staff will be in your own risk (if assignment is lost)

Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria

The learner can:LO1 Understand the relationship between supply chain management (SCM) and organisational business objectives.

1.1explain the importance of effective supply chain management in achieving organizational objectives

1.2 explain the link between supply chain management and business functions in an organization.

1.3Discuss the key drivers for achieving an integrated supply chain strategy in an organization.

LO2 Be able to use information technology to optimise supplier relationships in an organisation

2.1 evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used by an organisation to maintain supplier relationships.2.2 use information technology to create strategies to develop an organisation’s relationship with its suppliers.2.3 develop systems to maintain an organisation’s relationship with its suppliers.

LO3 Understand the role of information technology in supply chain management

3.1 assess how information technology could assist integration of different parts of the supply chain of an organisation.3.2 evaluate how information technology has contributed to the management of the supply chain of an organisation3.3 assess the effectiveness of information technology in managing the supply chain of an organisation.

LO4 Understand the role of logistics and procurement in supply chain management

4.1 explain the role of logistics in supply chain management in an organisation 4.2 evaluate procurement practices in an organisation 4.3 discuss the factors that must be considered when improving logistics and procurement practices in an organisation

LO5 Be able to plan a strategy to improve an organisation’s supply chain

5.1 plan a strategy to improve an organisation’s supply chain 5.2 assess how a supply chain improvement strategy will benefit overall business performance in an organisation 5.3 explain how barriers will be overcome in an organisation when implementing a supply chain improvement strategy

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NOTE:

The assessment of this unit is divided into 5 tasks. Each needs to be completed and handed in by the due date identified on the assignment cover sheet. Failure to hand in on this date will mean that you will only have one further opportunity to hand in your assignment, with payment for a further submission.

Assignment Tasks:

Scenario

You are required to research the history and background to UK operations of TESCO PLC. This is covered in Section 2 to include:

Brand image Stores Harris and Hoole Internet retailing Financial Services

Please follow the link:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesco

As you will see, Tesco has store portfolio that is divided into six formats differentiated by size and range of products sold. They comprise Tesco; Extra, Superstores, Metro, Express, One stop and Homeplus.

From your research you are required to complete the following:

Task 1 (LO1)

1.1 Explain the importance of effective supply chain management in achieving Tesco’s organisational objectives(1.1)

1.2 Explain the link between supply chain management and business functions in Tesco. (1.2)

1.3 Discuss the key drivers for achieving an integrated Supply chain strategy in Tesco. (1.3)

Task 2 (LO2)

2.1 Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used by Tesco to maintain supplier relationships. (2.1)

2.2 Use information technology to create strategies to develop Tesco’s relationship with its suppliers. (2.2)

2.3 Develop systems to maintain Tesco’s relationship with its suppliers. (2.3)

Task 3 (LO3)

3.1 Assess how information technology could assist integration of different parts of the supply chain of Tesco. (3.1)

3.2 Evaluate how information technology has contributed to the management of the supply chain of Tesco. (3.2)

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3.3 Assess the effectiveness of information technology in managing the supply chain of Tesco (3.3)

Task 4 (LO4)

4.1 explain the role of logistics in supply chain management used in Tesco. (4.1)

4.2 evaluate procurement practices in Tesco. (4.2)

4.3 discuss the factors that must be considered when improving logistics and procurement

practices in Tesco. (4.3)

Task 5 (LO5)

5.1 plan a strategy to improve Tesco’s supply chain. (5.1)

5.2 assess how a supply chain improvement strategy will benefit overall business performance in Tesco. (5.2)

5.3 explain and identify current or potential barriers will be overcome in Tesco when implementing a supply chain improvement strategy. (5.3)

Assignment Guidance

As a guideline the assignment should be structured as follows:

Contents page.

Brief introduction about the organization.

Appropriate sections with clear description.

Literature review of the topic (as required)

A summary of main findings.

Suggestions & recommendations.

Note: Appropriate and accurate referencing of all sources used (Harvard reference system)

Credit will be given for:

Clarity of expression

Coherence of structure

Evidence of research citing sources with adequate referencing

Strength of argument

Insight in argument

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Student Guidelines

1. You should write this assignment in report style, although a formal report structure will not be required.

2. The font size should be 12 (for the body) and size 14 (for the heading). Please try to use Arial or times New Roman for the Font face.

3. You should write this assignment in report style and should address each set task (i.e. Task 1 and a, b, and c) separately.

4. You should use diagrams and tables of figures where appropriate ensuring to reference their sources.

5. Any text that is directly quoted (verbatim) from the Internet or other sources should be clearly identified as such, e.g. Orwell (1948) wrote:

“It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen.”

*Please bear in mind that it is your own original writing, rather than direct quotes, hat will gain marks.

6. You should include a list of references using the Harvard referencing system.7. All tasks should be completed within the word limit of 3000 – 4000 words. Suggested

word counts on each section are for indicative purposes.

Resources

Textbooks

Chopra S and Meindl P – Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning and

Operation, 4th Edition (Pearson Education, 2009) ISBN 0136094511

Christopher M – Logistics and Supply Chain Management, 4th Edition (Financial

Times/Prentice Hall, 2010) ISBN 0273731122

Stadtler, H and Kilger C - Supply Chain Management and Advanced Planning:

Concepts, Models, Software and Case Studies, 4th Edition (Springer, 2007)

ISBN 3540745114

Chaffey D – E-Business and E-Commerce Management: Strategy, Implementation

and Practice, 4th Edition (Financial Times/Prentice Hall, 2009) ISBN 0273719602

Harvard Business Review on Managing the Value Chain (Harvard Business School

Press, 2000) ISBN 1578512344

Harvard Business Review on Supply Chain Management (Harvard Business School

Press, 2006) ISBN 1422102793

Turban T, Lee J K, King D, Liang T P and Turban D – Electronic Commerce 2010: A

Managerial Perspective, 6th Edition (Pearson Education, 2009) ISBN 0137034652

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Journals

European Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management (Elsevier)

The Journal of Supply Chain Management (Institute for Supply Management)

Supply Chain Management (Emerald)

Performance Criteria

Each unit will be graded as a Pass, Merit or Distinction. A Pass is awarded for the achievement of all outcomes against the specified assessment criteria. Merit and Distinction grades are awarded for higher level achievement. (see below)

Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria for Pass

The learner can:LO1 Understand the relationship between supply chain management (SCM) and organisational business objectives.

1.4explain the importance of effective supply chain management in achieving organisational objectives

1.5 explain the link between supply chain management and business functions in an organization.

1.6Discuss the key drivers for achieving an integrated supply chain strategy in an organization.

LO2 Be able to use information technology to optimise supplier relationships in an organisation

2.1 evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used by an organisation to maintain supplier relationships.2.2 use information technology to create strategies to develop an organisation’s relationship with its suppliers.2.3 develop systems to maintain an organisation’s relationship with its suppliers.

LO3 Understand the role of information technology in supply chain management

3.1 assess how information technology could assist integration of different parts of the supply chain of an organisation.3.2 evaluate how information technology has contributed to the management of the supply chain of an organisation3.3 assess the effectiveness of information technology in managing the supply chain of an organisation.

LO4 Understand the role of logistics and procurement in supply chain management

4.1 explain the role of logistics in supply chain management in an organisation 4.2 evaluate procurement practices in an organisation 4.3 discuss the factors that must be considered when improving logistics and procurement practices in an organisation

LO5 Be able to plan a strategy to improve an organisation’s supply chain

5.1 plan a strategy to improve an organisation’s supply chain 5.2 assess how a supply chain improvement strategy will benefit overall business performance in an organisation

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5.3 explain how barriers will be overcome in an organisation when implementing a supply chain improvement strategy

MERIT CRITERIA

Overall the work covers the descriptive elements of the brief and a successful attempt has been made to analyse or evaluate the information presented. There is detailed discussion of what has been found through research with successful application of research to practical work situations.

Grade Descriptors Merit Indicative Characteristics

Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions

Effective judgments have been made

Complex problems with more than one variable have been explored

An effective approach to study and research has been applied.

Select/design and apply appropriate methods/techniques

A range of sources of information has been used

The selection of methods and techniques/sources has been justified.

Appropriate learning methods/techniques have been applied.

Present and communicate appropriate findings

The appropriate structure and approach has been used

A range of methods of presentation have been used and technical language has been accurately used.

DISTINCTION CRITERIA

Overall the work contains thorough analysis throughout with detailed evaluation of what has been found through research with successful application of research to practical work situations.

Grade Descriptors Distinction Indicative Characteristics

Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions

Conclusions have been arrived at through synthesis of ideas and have been justified.

The validity of results has been evaluated using defined criteria

Self-criticism of approach has taken place

Realistic improvements have been proposed against defined characteristics for success

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organising activities demonstrated The importance of interdependent

has been recognised and achieved

Demonstrate convergent/lateral/creative thinking

Ideas have been generated and decisions taken

Self-evaluation has taken place Convergent and lateral thinking have

been applied Problems have been acknowledged

and recommendations made Receptiveness to new ideas is

evident.

Achievement for a PASS grade

Achievement for a MERIT grade

Achievement for a DISTINCTION grade

A pass grade is achieved by meeting all the requirements defined in the learning outcomes and associated assessment criteria for pass for each unit.

All pass requirements achieved and all merit grade descriptors achieved

All the pass assessment criteria merit and distinction grade descriptors must be completed within a unit to achieve a distinction grade.

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