Global supply chain partners can experience various problems, such as managing the long-range logistics involved during the end-to-end process. Various issues contribute to such operational problems, such as delays at the point of shipment and transit issues, for example.For this assignment, respond to the following:Describe a supply chain’s operational problem, including the factors contributing to the problem, that you have experienced yourself or that you have observed others in your personal or professional life experience.What are the primary reasons that supply chain operational problems occur?Review and consider supply chain operational problems described by two of your peers. One way to respond to each of your peers is to share your thoughts on how these factors contributed to the operational problem. Another approach would be to provide your perspective on other factors that might also be contributing to the active situation.For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources and all course materials.Discussion Board Reminders:Must have three posts: A Main Post and two replies to peers.First post: Either your main post or a reply to others must be posted before midnight CT (Central time) on Friday of each week.Second and third post: Must be posted on a different day from the first post.Connect to Content: At least one post must refer to course learning materials. See the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards for help with connecting to the content.Engaging in Class Discussions: For more information on making the most of your class dialog, review the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards.Grading RubricAssignment CriteriaProficient DescriptorPointsQuality of Main Post24 PointsTotalStudent’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements:Responds completely to all of parts of the discussion question (6 points)Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (6 points)Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (6 points)Connects to both key content concepts and personal experiences (6 points)/24 pts.Responses to Peers24 PointsTotalResponds to a minimum of two peers (12 points per response):Substantiveresponse (6 points)Furthers the conversation with peers (6 points)Examples could includeProvides additional resourceConnects to key conceptShares personal or professional experienceContributes new information or perspectivePresents a competing viewpoint/24 pts.Support From Learning Resources6 PointsTotalAt least one post refers to course learning resources./6 pts.Professional Writing6 pointsResponse is well-organized, clear, and free of grammatical and mechanical errors.Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others./6 pts.Total60 points possible/60 pts.
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