1. Using the Lowe’s and Whirlpool example in Chapter 12 as a setting, discuss what you think are some of the issues involved for each firm as the relationship progresses from initiation to maturity.

Instructions
In your own words, provided detailed answers to the following questions. You work should be a minimum of 3 pages long, 12-point Times New Roman font, double spaced, with 1-inch margins. Make sure that you completely answer the questions.
1. Using the Lowe’s and Whirlpool example in Chapter 12 as a setting, discuss what you think are some of the issues involved for each firm as the relationship progresses from initiation to maturity.
2. The Lowe’s and Whirlpool collaboration resulted in several areas of performance improvement. What specific actions do you think could be taken by supply chain managers as a result of the collaboration that led to the performance improvement?
3. What would you suggest the Lowe’s and Whirlpool as possible next steps in their collaborative relationship?
4. What could Kraft and Starbucks have done at the beginning of their distribution relationship that might have resulted in a more amicable end to the relationship? Be as specific as possible in your discussion
***The textbook it refers to is Supply Chain Logistics Management 5th Edition by David Closs. You can email me @ [email protected] I will give you my access code for it if you need it