Week 5 Discussion 1
“Outsourcing and In-House Operations” Please respond to the following:
Discuss what you would consider to be an inherently
governmental function in the context of government contracting. Explain why
there would be a preference as to outsourcing and in-house operations in the
areas of materials acquisition planning, resource allocation planning, and
materials flow control.
Outsourcing and in-house operations are interactive elements
of materials acquisition planning, resource allocation planning, and materials
flow control. Argue whether or not inherently government functions should be
outsourced. Support your argument with example(s). Then, offer an alternative
based on your position.
Week 5 Discussion 2
“Market Research”
Please respond to the following:
Take a position on whether a government agency should be
allowed extensive leeway in determining the methodology used to develop a
market research plan in the acquisition and distribution of supplies and
services. Provide a specific example of government spending that would support
your position.
Analyze the importance and explain the value of a market
research plan in the acquisition and distribution of supplies and services.
Support your position with examples. Explain which aspect of the market
research plan is likely to be the most valuable for those seeking to acquire a
company.
