15.772  D-Lab: Supply Chains

Derivation of profits for Newsboy Model

I have posted two notes for the newsboy model profit calculations, one for normal demand and the other for uniform demand. They are under the 10/27 session.

These are just for your reference.

Announced on 23 November 2014  10:04  a.m. by Stephen C Graves

Preparation for PlumpyNut Case session, Nov. 24

For Monday, please review the material posted on the class site for this session:
--60 Minutes segment
--the link to the PlumpyField network
--and read the case and be prepared to discuss the questions at the end of the case.

There is no written assignment for this class.
Have a good weekend.

Announced on 22 November 2014  11:13  a.m. by Stephen C Graves

D Lab Showcase

On December 10 from 4 to 6, D lab will have its "Fall Showcase," during which each class will have an opportunity to present or display its projects. In our case, each project team should make a poster and be present (if possible) for the event.

Please put this on your schedule, and we'll provide more information in class.

Announced on 29 October 2014  3:56  p.m. by Stephen C Graves

Problem Set 3 has been posted

Due date is November 7. You can work in pairs, but if so, then you must choose a DIFFERENT partner than for problem set 1.

Also, slides from Contract lecture have been posted as well as short derivation of cost equation.

Announced on 28 October 2014  9:17  p.m. by Stephen C Graves

Problem Set 2 has been posted

Due date is October 22. You can work in pairs, but if os, then you must choose a DIFFERENT partner than for problem set 1.

Announced on 08 October 2014  10:09  a.m. by Stephen C Graves