Instructions: Select a Product: Choose one item that you use on a daily basis (e.g., a smartphone, t-shirt, toothbrush, pair of shoes, etc.). This item will be the focus of your supply chain analysis. Provide a Short background of the company ( as to where that product belongs), when it was founded, and who is the founder. Research and Analyze: Conduct thorough research on your chosen product and answer the following questions in detail: I. Raw Materials a. What are the primary raw materials required to make this product? b. Where are these materials sourced from geographically? II. Production Process a. What are the major steps in manufacturing this product, from raw material to finished good? b. Where (i.e., in which countries or regions) do each of these steps take place? III. Energy Use a. What types of energy are used in the production of this item (e.g., electricity, fossil fuels, human labor)? b. Where does the energy used in each stage typically come from? IV. Transportation and Logisticsa. What modes of transportation (e.g., truck, ship, rail, air) are used to move materials and components through each production stage? b. How is the finished product delivered to you? c. What logistical challenges might arise in this supply chain? Presentation Format ● Infographic with flowchart and detailed annotations Evaluation Criteria Your project will be assessed based on: ● Depth and accuracy of research ● Clarity of explanation and organization ● Application of production and quality concepts ● Creativity and presentation quality
