Discuss the role of distribution in the supply chain 

Discuss the role of distribution in the supply chain

After reading Chapters 10 and 11, reflect and discuss the following questions:

Discuss the role of distribution in the supply chain. Provide examples of how distribution operations can positively and negatively affect supply chain performance.

Describe the major challenges faced by production managers in the current environment.

Discuss the role of transportation in the supply chain. Provide examples of how transportation can positively and negatively affect supply chain performance.

Describe the major challenges faced by transportation managers in the current environment.

Use the following headings to organize your paper: Introduction, Question 1, Question 2, Question 3, Question 4, Conclusion, References.