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MNP3701_ASSIGNMENT 2_SEMESTER 1_2024
MNP3701 – ASSIGNMENT TWO
COVER PAGE
STRATEGIC SOURCING
STUDENT NUMBER
DECLARATION
I (your full name and surname) ________________________________________,
student number_________________________________, I hereby declare that the assignment submitted by me is an individual effort
and has been completed in full by myself. Therefore, I declare that the work I submitted is original and authentic and does not violate
any intellectual property rights or copyrights of any individual or organisation. I confirm that all the sources used to complete this
assessment are indicated and acknowledged with full references. I also declare that:
1. I have not copied (partially or in full) another student(s) or third-party’s work.
2. I have not allowed another student(s) to copy my work (partially or in full).
3. I have read and understood Unisa’s policy on plagiarism and cheating, available on myUnisa
(https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/myunisa/default/Assignments-& Examination/Assignments/Plagiarism)
4. I have not used any paraphrasing software (for example, Quillbot and Paraphraser) to assist in paraphrasing or writing any part
of this assessment.
5. If I have used AI Tools (for example, ChatGPT), I have adhered to all the requirements of using these tools as indicated in the
Assessment document.
6. I have read and understood the “Guidelines for Ensuring Academic Integrity in Supply Chain Modules at UNISA.”
7. I have not purchased this assessment from a ghost-writing website or any other third party.
8. I have a valid Turnitin report (I can see my score) and it is within the requirements provided by my lecturer (e.g., below 50%
for Assessment 2). I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure that I have a valid Turnitin report and that my
assessment will not be marked without such a report.
I accept my responsibility to adhere to UNISA’s assessment policy categorically. I understand that any violation of academic integrity may
result in serious consequences, including but not limited to a failing grade for the assignment (0%) or/and expulsion from the
university.
I also declare that this is the FINAL and CORRECT version of my assessment. I acknowledge that this version cannot be replaced after
the due date and I take full responsibility for the submission of this version. Furthermore, I acknowledge that NO late submissions will
be accepted and that should I miss the submission date, I forfeit the marks.
__________________________ ____________________________
Signature Date
(It will be sufficient to type your initials and surname as your signature.)
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MNP3701_ASSIGNMENT 2_SEMESTER 1_2024
Please use the space provided to structure your assessment. Please do not change the
template by deleting questions, changing font sizes or any formatting requirements. Your
completed assessment document should not exceed 9 pages, including the cover page and
reference list.
QUESTION 1 6 MARKS
Differentiate between Pepkor’s value chain and supply chain by completing Table 1 in your
assessment template document. To complete Table 1, discuss the following:
1.1 Using an example from the Pepkor case study, illustrate the difference between Pepkor’s
supply chain and its value chain. [2]
According to Badenhorst-Weiss, Cilliers, Dlamini and Ambe (2016) the main difference between
a value chain and a supply chain is that the supply chain deals with building the product and
getting it to the consumer, while the value chain looks for ways to enhance the product's value
as it moves along that supply chain. While supply chain is a set of three or more organizations
linked directly by one or more of the upstream or downstream flows of products, services,
finances, and information from a source to a customer; value chain is composed of primary and
support activities that can lead to competitive advantage when configured properly,
For example, in the case of Pepkor, supply chain relates to sourcing and purchasing of
inventories at favourable prices from the suppliers which are strategically selected and engaged
to maintain a long-term relationship that is vital for the success of Pepkopr, as well as
distributing the products to customers at low cost using Pepkor’s distribution network with
seamlessly integrating distribution centres, logistics hubs, and an expansive store
infrastructure. Pepkor offers South Africa the most affordable courier service.
Value chain on the other hand, in the case of Pepkor entails the company’s activities in adding
value to the products such that it serves its customers with superior products that confirms to
the sustainability standards. The case notes that Pepkor focuses on providing customers with
access to value-for-money products and services, all offered at the most competitive prices and
with maximum convenience. This commitment to delivering value is facilitated by implementing
world-class systems and processes designed to ensure both cost efficiency and product quality.
PAXI utilises existing infrastructure and innovative technology developed in-house by Pepkor
IT to integrate logistics and courier services. Investments in technology, partnerships with third-
party logistics suppliers, and continuous process improvements have fueled PAXI’s growth.
With thousands of small business customers sending over half a million parcels since its
inception, PAXI has become a vital service for entrepreneurs, empowering SMEs with delivery
options previously unavailable in the market.
Table 1: Differentiate between Pepkor’s Value Chain and Supply Chain
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, BMZ ACADEMY
MNP3701_ASSIGNMENT 2_SEMESTER 1_2024
MNP3701 – ASSIGNMENT TWO
COVER PAGE
STRATEGIC SOURCING
STUDENT NUMBER
DECLARATION
I (your full name and surname) ________________________________________,
student number_________________________________, I hereby declare that the assignment submitted by me is an individual effort
and has been completed in full by myself. Therefore, I declare that the work I submitted is original and authentic and does not violate
any intellectual property rights or copyrights of any individual or organisation. I confirm that all the sources used to complete this
assessment are indicated and acknowledged with full references. I also declare that:
1. I have not copied (partially or in full) another student(s) or third-party’s work.
2. I have not allowed another student(s) to copy my work (partially or in full).
3. I have read and understood Unisa’s policy on plagiarism and cheating, available on myUnisa
(https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/myunisa/default/Assignments-& Examination/Assignments/Plagiarism)
4. I have not used any paraphrasing software (for example, Quillbot and Paraphraser) to assist in paraphrasing or writing any part
of this assessment.
5. If I have used AI Tools (for example, ChatGPT), I have adhered to all the requirements of using these tools as indicated in the
Assessment document.
6. I have read and understood the “Guidelines for Ensuring Academic Integrity in Supply Chain Modules at UNISA.”
7. I have not purchased this assessment from a ghost-writing website or any other third party.
8. I have a valid Turnitin report (I can see my score) and it is within the requirements provided by my lecturer (e.g., below 50%
for Assessment 2). I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure that I have a valid Turnitin report and that my
assessment will not be marked without such a report.
I accept my responsibility to adhere to UNISA’s assessment policy categorically. I understand that any violation of academic integrity may
result in serious consequences, including but not limited to a failing grade for the assignment (0%) or/and expulsion from the
university.
I also declare that this is the FINAL and CORRECT version of my assessment. I acknowledge that this version cannot be replaced after
the due date and I take full responsibility for the submission of this version. Furthermore, I acknowledge that NO late submissions will
be accepted and that should I miss the submission date, I forfeit the marks.
__________________________ ____________________________
Signature Date
(It will be sufficient to type your initials and surname as your signature.)
2
BMZ ACADEMY 061 262 1185/068 053 8213/0717 513 144
© 2024. All rights reserved by the University of South Africa (UNISA). Reproduction, scanning, copying, or duplication of this material, in
whole or in part, is prohibited without prior written permission from UNISA. This material may not be posted on publicly accessible websites,
or social media platforms or shared on paid-for websites, in whole or in part, without authorisation from the UNISA.
, BMZ ACADEMY
MNP3701_ASSIGNMENT 2_SEMESTER 1_2024
Please use the space provided to structure your assessment. Please do not change the
template by deleting questions, changing font sizes or any formatting requirements. Your
completed assessment document should not exceed 9 pages, including the cover page and
reference list.
QUESTION 1 6 MARKS
Differentiate between Pepkor’s value chain and supply chain by completing Table 1 in your
assessment template document. To complete Table 1, discuss the following:
1.1 Using an example from the Pepkor case study, illustrate the difference between Pepkor’s
supply chain and its value chain. [2]
According to Badenhorst-Weiss, Cilliers, Dlamini and Ambe (2016) the main difference between
a value chain and a supply chain is that the supply chain deals with building the product and
getting it to the consumer, while the value chain looks for ways to enhance the product's value
as it moves along that supply chain. While supply chain is a set of three or more organizations
linked directly by one or more of the upstream or downstream flows of products, services,
finances, and information from a source to a customer; value chain is composed of primary and
support activities that can lead to competitive advantage when configured properly,
For example, in the case of Pepkor, supply chain relates to sourcing and purchasing of
inventories at favourable prices from the suppliers which are strategically selected and engaged
to maintain a long-term relationship that is vital for the success of Pepkopr, as well as
distributing the products to customers at low cost using Pepkor’s distribution network with
seamlessly integrating distribution centres, logistics hubs, and an expansive store
infrastructure. Pepkor offers South Africa the most affordable courier service.
Value chain on the other hand, in the case of Pepkor entails the company’s activities in adding
value to the products such that it serves its customers with superior products that confirms to
the sustainability standards. The case notes that Pepkor focuses on providing customers with
access to value-for-money products and services, all offered at the most competitive prices and
with maximum convenience. This commitment to delivering value is facilitated by implementing
world-class systems and processes designed to ensure both cost efficiency and product quality.
PAXI utilises existing infrastructure and innovative technology developed in-house by Pepkor
IT to integrate logistics and courier services. Investments in technology, partnerships with third-
party logistics suppliers, and continuous process improvements have fueled PAXI’s growth.
With thousands of small business customers sending over half a million parcels since its
inception, PAXI has become a vital service for entrepreneurs, empowering SMEs with delivery
options previously unavailable in the market.
Table 1: Differentiate between Pepkor’s Value Chain and Supply Chain
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