Action Items: Create or choose any business organization of your choice and desc

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Create or choose any business organization of your choice and describe the organization according to the below:

1. To create a new company or find a suitable company, to be located in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which include the followings:

a. Give an introduction about the company as well business unit.

b. Mention the kind of product(s) as well as services.

c. Write down Company statement.

d. Vision and Mission of the company

2. Understanding the concepts of SCM and logistics in a broader framework

3. Introduce the concepts of E-supply logistics and E-SCM, collaboration, and Integration,

which demonstrates effective use of ICT.

4.To apply a SWOT analysis to your business.

5. Also analyze your business and process as per below points:

Strategic Planning (SP)

i. Location of Supply Chain Facilities

ii. Supply Chain Configuration

iii. Procurement Planning

iv. Distribution Facilities Planning

v. Logistics Planning

Operational Optimization (OO)

I. Supply Chain Inventory Optimization

II. Logistics Resources Scheduling

Note:

1. Project will be based on the implementation of the e-supply chain and logistics in real world.

2. Project will require summarizing, demonstrating, and the use and potential values of

SCM and LOGISTICS for an organization.

3. Students can also make business plan to introduce the concepts, Tools and Technologies for any particular business from KSA market.

The word count for this assignment must be between 1200 – 1500 words.

*****No handwriting please*********

Explanation / Answer

1. I have selected Saudi Aramco which is a Saudi Arabian state-run national petroleum and natural gas company based in Dhahran in Saudi Arabia.

a. They are also in refining the oil and distributing it. Saudi Aramco is world's top exporter of crude oil and natural gas liquids. There are two types of business units, Upstream and Downstream

Upstream:

Downstream:

b. Their core business is production of essential energy resources and supplying crude oil globally They have several oil processing facilities. They are also proficienct in finding new oil and gas reserves. They provide Procurement & Logistics services.

c. Company Statement:

"To to become the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals company in long run"

d. Mission & Vision

Mission:

Their mission is to remain committed to provide energy to the world and to maximize the value of the country's petroleum reserves for the benefit of the Kingdom's citizens

Vision:

Their commitment is to remain the world’s leader in the production of petroleum-based energy is complemented by their commitment to help solve a host of pressing issues. They believe in making a difference wherever they do business by investing in innovation and entrepreneurship, creating educational opportunities, powering economic progress, increasing environmental awareness, and working in partnership for energy sustainability.

2. Understanding the concepts of SCM and logistics in a broader framework

Supply Chain refers to networks of different groups that work together and coordinate their actions to deliver a product to market. Logistics is about getting the right product, to the right customer, in the right quantity, in the right condition, at the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost.

Saudi Aramco's supply chain management team includes sourcing, logistics, and contracting specialists. They ensure highest standard in their operations. They have following departments:

Saudi Aramco has been working with various local and international entities to grow its supply chain ecosystem.

4. SWOT analysis

Strength:

Weaknesses:

Opportunity

Threat

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