Laptops are a necessity in Today’s time, whether you use it to complete your studies on Varsity or for using it as your multipurpose companion when performing your "hotshot" job in the corporate domain. There are a variety of brands and offerings for your needs, accommodating your own budget. Apple is a luxury brand adored by many, that offers performance. Acer usually falls in the affordable and versatile range, and finally Samsung which is a well-known brand do not have a large customer base.
Discuss trends that Apple, Acer and Samsung are facing and how they will be impacted by these longer-term trends in supply chain management. Your discussion should relate to the major trends in supply chain management and their impact from a strategic perspective on operations and supply chain management. (15 Marks)
