reverse logistics in theory 1

Part 1 (3-4 pages, not including title & reference pages) (2-3 references w/in text citations)

Identify an organization with a strong focus on distribution. Focus your research on the following:

• What are its forward and reverse distribution processes?
• How have they changed in the last 20 years?

• Provide a company overview.
• Give a summary of the financials.
• Discuss the financials relating to distribution costs or volume.
• Give your opinion on the overall health of the organization.
• Discuss any opportunities that may lie in the supply chain.

Part 2 (3-4 pages not including reference pages) (2-3 ADDITIONAL references w/in text citations)

Create a flow chart that focuses on the following:

• Include a summary of the stages of the product life cycle, both forward and backward.
• Focus in on how the stages of the product life cycle relate to this particular company.
• Provide examples and supporting documentation.