Research a real-world company, such as Walmart, Starbucks, or Apple, that has expanded operations internationally.

• What are the main elements of a global supply chain organization?
• What are the steps involved in producing an order and shipping it to the customer in a global environment?
• What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of expanding operations internationally or sourcing goods internationally?

From manufacturing to the distribution of goods on an international scale, what are the main elements of a supply chain?

• What are the steps involved in producing an order and shipping it to the customer?
• What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of international operations?