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You are assigned the task of identifying a specific customer need, problem, or business opportunity related
to the retail clothing industry within the local area that addresses specific Environmental, Social &
Governance issues or a combination of these. 
By applying appropriate tools and methodologies taught
throughout the module, you will explore creative and innovative solutions. Your task includes selecting the
most viable solution, outlining its implementation plan for the next 12 months, and conducting an
innovation audit to identify and address potential implementation issues. 
 Choose a specific customer need, problem, or business opportunity related to the local retail
clothing industry. This could involve issues like promoting sustainable consumption, reducing waste
in retail operations, enhancing access to ethically sourced products, or supporting local businesses.
 Analyse how the chosen opportunity or problem relates to Environmental, Social & Governance
considerations. Consider how the solution could impact the environment, contribute to community
well-being, and align with ethical governance practices. 
 Utilise creative and innovation tools to generate a range of possible solutions for the identified
opportunity or problem in the retail industry. These solutions could include implementing zero-waste
packaging, developing a sustainable supply chain, introducing eco-friendly product lines,
implementing in store experiences, creating digital platform for local artisans, and more.
 Choose the most suitable solution based on its potential impact, feasibility, and alignment with the
identified opportunity or problem. Provide reasoning for your selection, citing relevant data and
factors. 
 Develop a comprehensive outline plan for implementing the chosen solution over the next 12
months. Detail key steps, resources required, stakeholder engagement strategies, and a timeline.  
Apply an innovation audit methodology to proactively identify potential challenges and obstacles
that the solution may encounter during implementation. Consider factors like market readiness,
regulatory compliance, resource availability, and community engagement.
 Offer well-informed recommendations for overcoming the potential challenges identified in the
innovation audit. Provide strategies to mitigate risks, align with local regulations, secure necessary
resources, and foster community acceptance. 
Remember, there should be a clear
connection between the portfolio and the filmed report.
The length of your individual film report should range from 8 to 10 minutes, allowing for a small variation of
+/- 10% in duration. 
Your portfolio must be submitted electronically to Turnitin using the Upload My Assignment link on
LSST Connect and should include the link to the filmed report. In addition, your filmed report must
be uploaded to your LSST Connect OneDrive and the link must be shared with your lecturer.
Your portfolio should reflect your personal effort and contributions, showcasing how you approached the
task with thoroughness and dedication. Your filmed report should be engaging and dynamic, presenting  
you as a capable junior executive with a flair for imaginative communication.
More info in the breaf attached 

Step 1: Define Objectives and Scope
– Identify Research Goals: Clearly outline your objectives (e.g., understanding efficiency, pinpointing strengths and weaknesses, benchmarking against competitors).
– Determine Scope: Decide the specific aspects of Amazon’s supply chain to cover (e.g., logistics, inventory management, technology, sustainability).
Step 2: Conduct Preliminary Research
– Literature Review: Gather academic papers, industry reports, and books on supply chain management and Amazon’s specific practices.
– Identify Key Metrics: Determine key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain effectiveness (e.g., delivery speed, cost efficiency, accuracy, flexibility).
Step 3: Data Collection
– Primary Sources: Conduct interviews, if possible, with Amazon employees, suppliers, or logistics partners. Use surveys to gather firsthand data.
– **Secondary Sources**: Collect data from existing reports, case studies, news articles, and Amazon’s annual reports.
Step 4: Analyze Supply Chain Components
– Inbound Logistics: Examine Amazon’s procurement strategies and transportation methods for sourcing products from suppliers.
– Warehousing and Inventory Management: Analyze Amazon’s warehouse operations, including storage systems, inventory tracking, and order fulfillment processes.
– Outbound Logistics: Study Amazon’s delivery systems, focusing on shipping methods, last-mile delivery, and logistics partnerships.
– Technology Integration: Evaluate the role of technology, such as automation, robotics, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, in Amazon’s supply chain.
– Sustainability Practices: Investigate Amazon’s initiatives to create a sustainable supply chain, including efforts to reduce carbon footprint and waste.
Step 5: Benchmark Against Competitors
– Compare Metrics: Evaluate Amazon’s supply chain performance against major competitors (e.g., Walmart, Alibaba).
– Best Practices: Identify best practices in the industry and compare them with Amazon’s strategies.
Step 6: Evaluate Effectiveness
– Efficiency Analysis: Assess how efficiently Amazon’s supply chain operates, considering speed, cost, and reliability.
– Strengths and Weaknesses: Identify strengths (e.g., technological advancements, vast network) and weaknesses (e.g., dependency on third-party carriers, sustainability issues).
– Case Studies: Include case studies of specific scenarios where Amazon’s supply chain faced challenges and how they were addressed.
Step 7: Formulate Recommendations
– Identify Improvement Areas: Suggest areas where Amazon could enhance its supply chain (e.g., improving sustainability, adopting new technologies).
– Propose Solutions: Provide actionable recommendations based on your analysis.
Step 8: Write and Structure the Paper
– Title Page: Include the title of your paper, your name, institution, course, and date.
– Abstract: Summarize the key points of your research, including objectives, methodology, findings, and conclusions (150-250 words).
– Table of Contents: List all sections and sub-sections with page numbers.
Introduction
– Background: Provide context about Amazon and its supply chain.
– Research Objectives: State the objectives and significance of your study.
– Research Questions: Outline the key questions your research aims to answer.
– Scope: Define the scope and limitations of your study.
Literature Review
– Existing Research: Summarize existing literature on supply chain management and Amazon’s practices.
– Theoretical Framework: Discuss relevant theories and models in supply chain management.
– Gap Analysis: Identify gaps in the current research that your study aims to fill.
Methodology
– Research Design: Describe your research design (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods).
– Data Collection Methods: Explain how you collected data (e.g., interviews, surveys, secondary data).
– Data Analysis: Detail the methods used to analyze the data.
– Limitations: Acknowledge any limitations in your methodology.
Analysis and Findings
– Inbound Logistics: Analyze data related to Amazon’s procurement and transportation methods.
– Warehousing and Inventory Management: Present findings on Amazon’s warehouse operations and inventory management.
– Outbound Logistics: Discuss findings related to Amazon’s delivery systems and partnerships.
– Technology Integration: Evaluate the impact of technology on Amazon’s supply chain efficiency.
– Sustainability Practices: Present findings on Amazon’s sustainability initiatives.
Discussion
– Interpretation of Findings: Interpret the results of your analysis, relating them to your research questions.
– Comparison with Competitors: Discuss how Amazon’s supply chain compares with competitors.
– Implications: Explain the implications of your findings for Amazon and the wider industry.
Recommendations
– Improvement Areas: Identify specific areas for improvement in Amazon’s supply chain.
– Proposed Solutions: Offer detailed recommendations for enhancing supply chain effectiveness.
Conclusion
– Summary of Key Findings: Recap the main findings of your research.
– Concluding Remarks: Provide final thoughts on the effectiveness of Amazon’s supply chain and potential future research directions.
Step 9: Finalize and Submit
– Formatting: Ensure the paper follows Harvard style guidelines for citations and references.
– References: Compile all sources cited in your research in the reference list.
– Appendices: Include any additional material (e.g., raw data, questionnaires) in the appendices.