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This case study looks at a recycling effort at a distribution center that resulted in a positive cashflow for the company. Safeway, Inc. implemented a comprehensive program to divert solid waste from landfills into recycled products. Students will read a detailed background of this case and answer...

This case study provides valuable information on the funding and implementation of security measures at the seaports in both Washington and Oregon. Using publicly available information in tandem with survey results, Andreas Udbye created a report that illuminates the experiences and disruptions in...

This case study examines Carolina Sporting Goods, a company based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Students begin by reading a brief background profile of the company. Acting as the distribution manager, students will make recommendations on increasing facility usage. Two different options are provided...

This case study introduces students to the Darigold dairy farmer's cooperative and how it has anticipated and responded to changes in demand, otherwise called the "perfect order." This short case study briefly describes the cooperative and how it has re-engineered customer service processes by using...

This case study introduces students to the Lenovo computer hardware company, and its development from Legend Holdings to the 21 billion dollar company it is today. The study discusses the acquisition of IBM, logistics model, sustainability mission, and freight transportation. Students then answer...

Managing the "Cool Chain" introduces students to the concept of a cold supply chain, in which products are maintained in a temperature-controlled environment from one end to the other. Students will read about different types of cold chains and how to identify vulnerabilities in the chain. Students...

Monitoring the "Cool Chain" introduces students to the concept of a cold supply chain, in which products are maintained in a temperature-controlled environment from one end to the other. Students will learn the details of a typical cold chain, temperature and equipment requirements, and more....

This case study examines Office Max's consolidation of two distribution centers. The background of the company is provided, as well as details of the factors that went into deciding to consolidate the two distribution centers in Portland and Seattle. Students will read a detailed background of the...

This case study examines the congestion at Nhava Sheva port in India, the sixth largest port in the world. Students will begin by reading about the port, including its capacity and common issues with congestion. Students will then find a solution for a hypothetical shipping situation at the port....

This site gives an overview of the Geographic Information Systems degree program from Cayuga Community College.  "By learning specialized computer software that takes images drawn from satellites, GPS waypoints, aerial photography, and any other source of data," students "will make interactive maps...