Case Study.docx TLMT200 Hunt Case Study

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Case Study.docx TLMT200 Hunt Case Study TLMT200 Retail Shipping and Receiving Major facts of the case study The case study go... es into detail about the issues that Hunt Company encountered when it decided to outsource its manufacturing to China. The company was described as facing shrinking margins and intense competitive pressure in its supply of office machines and graphics. The case's key issues include the cost of switching to a new outsourcing volume and managing lead times. However, outsourcing to other countries is advantageous because the company receives lower manufacturing costs when supplying office supplies to educational institutions and businesses worldwide. Importantly, there is apprehension about rising inventory and shipping costs during lead times. According to Hunt's material manager, the company has been . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [Show More]

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