1. Draw a diagram of the supply chain for a fish fillet from the ocean to the restaurant table in Japan. Then include the flow of information into the picture. Describe where IT is used to enable the supply chain. How might its supply chain give Sanford a competitive advantage?
2. Compared to a standard manufacturing supply chain, Sanford's supply chain is unusual in respect to its start. What is the difference and how might this impact on Sanford's operational management? How does Sanford use IT to help the organisation deal with this specific aspect of its operations?