Supply Chain
This guide explores the essential steps involved in the supply chain, focusing on the journey of Pepsi from production to consumer purchase. It details the raw materials required—like water, corn, and flavorings—along with the functions of manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. Learn about how each entity in the supply chain plays a crucial role in developing, distributing, and selling products. Gain insights into pricing dynamics at different stages and how service providers enhance the supply chain experience.
Supply Chain
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Presentation Transcript
What Is the Supply Chain • Steps involved in making a product and getting it to the customer $1.50
Where Did Pepsi Come From • Convenience store • Grocery store • Vending machine
What Goes into Making the Pepsi • Water • Flavorings • CO2 • Chemicals/ preservatives • Aluminum • Design work • Human Resources • Capital Resources
Raw Materials • Water • Corn • Carbon dioxide • Phosphoric acid • Kola nuts – caffeine & flavoring • Producers sell to Manufacturers +/- $0.31
Manufacturer • Take raw materials and/or existing products and develop a new product • Increase price
Wholesaler • Purchase products from manufacturers in large quantities • Sell to retailers or directly to consumers in smaller quantities • Increase price
Retailer • Purchase from wholesaler or manufacturer & sell to consumer • Increase price
Service Provider • Sell services to consumer • Often facilitate sale or distribution of products between steps in supply chain