PRIN.OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT-MYOMLAB
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ISBN: 9780135226742
Author: HEIZER
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To identify: The elements in supply chain for a local establishment which is a member of large chain and determine whether the supply chain supports low-cost, rapid response, or the differentiation strategy. Check whether the characteristic of supply chain varies from one product to another.
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