Early Supplier Integration in the Design of the Skid-Steer Loader

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Case Skid-Steer Loader

Instructions

Please read the case Skid-Steer Loader found in page 448 of your text. Identify the scenarios given to you and carefully read and understand the questions being asked. While working with cases, the answer to the questions should be elaborated to include possible scenarios.

For example, in question 1, what criteria should Scott Nolan use to screen suppliers to be integrated into the early phases of the Deere Skid-steer loader development process? In this case, think of the number of possible supplier and the qualitative and quantitative elements involved.

Some cases have additional references that you can use. Here are some suggestions where to obtain more data.

1. www.johndeere.com: Product information, corporate culture and history, current financial situation, etc.

2. Birou, L. M. and S. Fawcett. 1994. “Supplier Involvement in Integrated Product Development: A Comparison of U.S. and European Practices.” International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management. 24(5): 4-14.

3. O’Neal, C. 1993. “Concurrent Engineering with Early Supplier Involvement: A Cross-Functional Challenge.” International Journal of Purchasing & Materials Management. 29(2): 2-9.

4. Smith, G. B. 1990. “Co-makership: The Japanese Success Story in a British Environment.” International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management. 7(2): 7-14.

5. Wheelwright, S. C. and K. B. Clark. 1992. Revolutionizing Product Development: Quantum Leaps in Speed, Efficiency, and Quality. New York, NY: The Free Press.

The above are some suggestions and feel free to look for other sources as long as you can properly report it. Do not use web pages without author’s names.

The questions to answer are:
question 1, what criteria should Scott Nolan use to screen suppliers to be integrated into the early phases of the Deere Skid-steer loader development process?

question 1, What specific principles, practices , or techniques might be useful to effectively integrate suppliers?