SCH4801 Assignment 3 2025 (Answer Guide) - Due 10 October 2025

SCH4801 Assignment 3 2025 (Answer Guide) - Due 10 October 2025 Title Building Technological Visibility and Environmental Resilience in Toyota South Africa’s Supply Chain Introduction (2 marks) This report analyses Toyota South Africa’s supply-chain practices in the context of recent operational disruptions, such as the 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods that temporarily halted production at the Prospecton Plant (Branquinho, 2022). It evaluates how technological innovations can improve information-sharing, how road-freight variables influence competitiveness and environmental impact, and how the company can strengthen its environmental management system (EMS) under ISO 14001 standards. The discussion is grounded in the supply-chain management principles outlined by Badenhorst-Weiss et al. (2017), focusing on integration, visibility, responsiveness, and sustainability within a South African context. 1.1 Innovative Technology Trends to Improve Information-Sharing and Communication (6 marks) Supply-chain information-sharing refers to the real-time exchange of accurate data among suppliers, manufacturers, logistics providers, and customers to enhance decision-making and reduce uncertainty (Badenhorst-Weiss et al., 2017). Two key technological trends driving improvement are the Internet of Things (IoT) and digital twin technology. a) Internet of Things (IoT) and Telematics IoT integrates sensors, RFID tags, and GPS trackers into physical assets, creating a digital flow of logistics information that enhances traceability and communication across the supply network. For Toyota South Africa, telematics