Atoy manufacturer uses approximately 32000 silicon chips annually. the chips are used at a steady rate during the 240 days a year that the plant operates. annual holding cost is 60 cents per chip, and ordering cost is $24. determine a) how much should we order each time to minimize our total cost? b) how many times should we order? c) what is the length of an order cycle? d) what is the total cost? e) what is the inventory investment?

Anheuser-busch inbev is considering you for an entry-level brand management position. you have been asked to prepare an analysis of the u.s. craft beer industry as part of the selection process. prepare a 3-5 page report that includes a description of the industry’s strategically relevant macro-environmental components, evaluates competition in the industry, assesses drivers of change and industry dynamics, and lists industry key success factors. the company’s management also asks that you propose the basic elements of a strategic action plan that will allow the company to improve its competitive position in the market for craft beer. you must provide a heading in your report for each of the required elements of the assignment.