Organazation will be FOrd motor company 

This final research paper must demonstrate an understanding of new learning in logistics management and how the supply chain supports the organization’s business strategy. The paper must be 8 to 10 pages in length, integrating readings, multi-media and class assignments. It is mandatory to include research from the course text, as well as 6 to 8 sources from the internet or online library to support your views.

In your 8 to 10 page research paper, you will describe both the business strategy and supply chain strategy for your organization, for a business unit of your organization, or for some other organization for which you have worked in the past and still retain contacts. Your research paper will describe how this organization aligns its business strategy with its supply chain strategy. You are to expand this description and supplement it with a critical analysis and suggested improvement steps/actions based on what you have learned in this course.

Use non-course materials to support your contentions and incorporate supporting documentation (if available) to support your analysis.  Use APA style and submit your proposal to the instructor by the last day of class.

Writing the Final Paper

The Final Paper:
1. Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:

            a. Title of paper
            b. Student’s name
            c. Course name and number
            d. Instructor’s name
            e. Date submitted

3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least 6 scholarly resources.
7. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.