Question.522 - In your post, consider the enormity of eliminating waste throughout a supply chain and in the transportation channel in particular. The analysis, methodologies and communication requirements are tremendous. Explain how transportation technologies discussed in Module Five would enable the implementation of lean operations within the concepts discussed in this chapter. In response to your peers, discuss their implementation of technology within a lean supply chain. Is there a point in the process where the pursuit of efficiency introduces more complexity than a supply chain can handle? Can you see the drive for lean operations getting to the point that no return on investment is ever possible? You should also include relevant research and sources related to this topic. Be sure to use proper citation and formatting.
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