Document Type
Other
Journal/Book Title
Huntsman School of Business Teaching Scholarship Series
Publisher
Utah State University
First Page
1
Last Page
3
Publication Date
11-2020
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Abstract
Karen Young, Purchasing Manager at Kalsun Inc., a producer and retailer of home office accessories, has to make a sourcing decision for one of the company’s best-selling items, an adjustable laptop stand. The coronavirus pandemic has led to more people working from home and thus significant demand growth, but also supply challenges. While Kalsun has a reliable Chinese supplier, potential changes in the supplier’s product strategy, increasing costs, and U.S. - Sino political tensions are motivating Karen to evaluate supply alternatives.
Recommended Citation
Kannan, Vijay R., "Kalsun Inc: Sourcing in Asia" (2020). Management Faculty Publications. Paper 422.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/manage_facpub/422
Comments
Instructors can request a full teaching note for this case by contacting Professor Kannan at vijay.kannan@usu.edu
Intended Course:
MGT 4790: Managing Global Value Chains
MGT 6720: Strategic Supply Chain Management