Critically assess how these factors, which influence the ability of the southern African region to develop regional value chains and supply chains, could have an impact on the Lancewood business when they are trying to compete in such markets.

Trade barriers

Restricted production factors.

Lancewood have decided to bring warehouse operations in-house, in order to manage their supply chain more effectively. Explain how the following factors impact on how warehouse operations and processes are structured.

Purpose of the warehouse

Skill levels of operators

Requested service levels.