CTU SCM210 Phase 1 discussion

SCM210-1501A-03 Introduction to Logistics/Supply Chain
Management
Task Name: Phase
1 Discussion Board 2
Deliverable Length: 400–600
words + 2 responses (100–200 words each)
Details:

Primary Discussion Response is due by Wednesday (11:59:59pm
Central), Peer Responses are due by Sunday (11:59:59pm Central).

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area,
write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts,
ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions with
your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your
ideas.

Because you just came on board, the chief executive officer
(CEO) has asked you to address the senior staff about the role of logistics in
the future direction of the company, which the CEO has also announced to
everyone as the reason you are joining the firm. You begin the meeting, going
around the room and asking each staff member for his or her understanding of
what logistics means, and how it can play an increasingly important role in
business success.

Describe the following:

What logistics
means in today’s business world
Why it is becoming
increasingly important for business success

Responses to Other Students: Respond to at least 2 of your
fellow classmates with a reply of 100–200 words about their Primary Task
Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening. To help
you with your discussion, please consider the following questions:

What did you learn
from your classmate’s posting?
What additional
questions do you have after reading the posting?
What clarification
do you need regarding the posting?
What differences
or similarities do you see between your posting and other classmates’ postings?

For assistance with your assignment, please use your text,
Web resources, and all course materials.