1. You should write about 2,000 words. The word count does NOT include any figures, tables and list of references. 2. All non-original sources must be fully cited. Question: “Using empirical ex

1. You should write about 2,000 words. The word count does NOT include any figures, tables and list of references. 

2.  All non-original sources must be fully cited.

Question:

“Using empirical examples from any industries, critically discuss whether any costs related to supply chain development should be avoided as much as possible so as to minimize the cost of production, or whether they should be encouraged so as to maximize the added value of the products being produced.”

You should critically discuss the above statement based on supply chain theories and real-world examples. Also, you should explain and justify why you (do not) agree with the statement. In the case that you do not agree with the statement, you should also propose how, and to what extent, information flows should be encouraged along global supply chains.