MGT 6801: Amazon Supply Chain Management Report - 2021

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Amazon's supply chain management, examining key aspects such as relationship building, risk mitigation, and cost reduction strategies. The report delves into various models employed by Amazon, including continuous flow and fast chain models, and explores methods for enhancing supply chain relationships through customer segmentation, multi-tier inventory systems, and strategic partnerships. It also investigates ways to mitigate supply chain risks through supplier diversification and risk assessment, along with cost-saving measures like information system utilization and outsourcing. Furthermore, the report discusses Amazon's approach to improving supply chain sustainability by mapping the supply chain, assessing supplier performance, ensuring ethical sourcing, and optimizing demand and supply planning. The analysis draws on relevant concepts and models to offer insights into Amazon's supply chain practices and areas for potential improvement.