MGT 370 International Supply Chain Management

Focus of the Final Paper

International Logistics, Inc. is a conglomerate based in the United States that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of high tech equipment. It has seen a marked trend in the competition’s exportation of goods around the world. As the manager of international logistics for this company, you have been asked by senior management to help identify a new export region. First, you must identify a country to export to. Using the material developed for Weeks One through Four (you can use Thio-Sul (a liquid fertilizer manufactured by Tessenderlo Kerley ….  http://cropvitality.com/) , write an eight- to ten-page recommendation to International Logistics, Inc.’s senior management advising them of a potential export country based on research conducted throughout this class. Your proposal should address the following:

• Identify a new export country, and describe the country’s challenges and advantages.
  • Prepare a supply chain assessment.
  • Develop a transportation plan that addresses how to move goods to the chosen country.
  • Suggest recommendations for implementing the transportation plan.

Writing the Final Paper

The Final Paper:

1. Must be nine – double spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
   1. Title of paper
   2. Student’s name
   3. Course name and number
   4. Instructor’s name
   5. Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least six scholarly sources, including a minimum of three from the Ashford University Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style.