Assignment #1 Technology and Transportation Efficiencies DCI currently uses a warehouse management system (WMS) and a transportation management system (TMS) in its distribution center in Mississauga. With distribution out of only one location, the WMS and TMS proved effective. With volumes potentially increasing by 200% in the next 3 years, the company has considered investing in technology and looking at developing a collaborative relationship with three carefully selected road transportation providers in Canada that may be used for option # 2 and final delivery for both options 1 and 2 (Rail will be used for Option # 1 from Vancouver to Mississauga). The company is considering three providers to minimize the risk of service failures and will have contingency plans in place outside of the three chosen providers. You have been tasked with researching the benefits of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERPs) and researching the benefits of the increased volumes for transportation providers to help with the rate negotiations. Specifically, you have been asked to:

Question 1. Describe the specific benefits of an ERPs and how an ERPs will increase supply chain efficiencies for the increased volume of product.

Question 2. What economies of scale might be achieved by the transportation providers that will be chosen by DCI for the additional volumes? Be sure to discuss the economies of scale achieved for both options. Also, could there be any related diseconomies of scale?

Please Follow the mentioned below formate

Introduction Briefly state the objective of the report which includes the problem statement(s).

[Topic 1] Define the challenge Consider the options Evaluate the options Provide a recommendation (this applies for some challenge questions, but not all)

[Topic 2] Define the challenge Consider the options Evaluate the options Provide a recommendation (this applies for some challenge questions, but not all)

Conclusion Briefly summarize your key points to bring the report to a cohesive finish.

References If applicable, include any computation tables, reference material or citations not required in the discussion portion of your submission here.

Your Assignment Your response should be approximately 1,500 words and contain a brief introduction, your analysis and recommendation, and finally a conclusion. You can use the Word template provided to get started. Please include a cover page with allteam member names and submit your assignment in Word (.doc or .docx) format