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Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda
Kuiper Leda, Inc. (Kuiper Leda) has been in operation over the past 10 years and specializes in production of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and microchip sensors for the automotive industry. Recently, Kuiper Leda has entered into the production of Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFIDs) and has a new RFID line that has been in operation for the past six months. Kuiper Leda has just received a large order for ECUs and RFIDs from Midland Motors, a major player in the automotive industry. In order to meet the demand for the 250,000 ECUs and 35,000 RFIDs (both respectively are an annual order amounts) that Midland has ordered Kuiper Leda must find away to handle the urgent order and maintain current customer orders. This will require Kuiper Leda to manufacture and supply a higher volume than its current capacity will handle. By taking on this new client the issues and challenges have become more apparent for Kuiper Leda. (University of Phoenix, 2007)
Situation Analysis
Issue and Opportunity Identification
There are several issues and challenges facing Kuiper Leda and for each issue and challenge there is an equal opportunity. Each opportunity that Kuiper Leda faces can be used as a bridge in the growth of the organization. Identifying the issues and opportunities for Kuiper Leda will help in the creation of the end-state vision.
The issue being faced by Kuiper Leda is whether to be manufacturing both products in-house or to outsource the products completely or partially without jeopardizing their high standard of quality. Kuiper Leda has an opportunity to choose outsourcing one part and manufacturing the other in ...