At this moment, the demand informa$$on is not shared between supply chain partners.

a$)$ Compute the actual BWE observed by supplier Samsung. $[1$ point$]$

b$)$ Compute the lower bound of the Bullwhip Effect observed by the raw material supplier. $[1$

point$]$

John suggests that the issues may be stemming from Samsung$$s forecas$$ng method. However,

Samsung is hesitant to switch from the Moving average forecast as they do not understand the other

methods.

c$)$ Propose an adjustment to Samsung$$s forecas$$ng method to decrease the BWE. Discuss your

sugges$$on$.[1$ point$]$

Samsung proposes that John could also share his demand and forecast informa$$on to simplify the

situa$$on$.$ That would make everyone$$s life even easier.