A Study on the Need for Integrating Operations with Supply Chain Management at Starbucks Coffee Comp

Describe the topic of the study, why the study needs to be conducted (gap), and the potential implications. Preview the major sections of the chapter. Notes: If you have any questions on completing this section, consult your Mentor. This introduction to the chapter should be less than 1 page in length.

• Broad introduction to thesis
• Problem Statement - What’s is the general problem?, evidence to support the existence of the problem, justifying (rationale) that the problem exist with some numbers.
  Why is it important?
  Who is affected by the problem?
  What is the purpose and significance (academic and practical) of the research?
  How do you intend to find the answers? (methodologies),
  What is the population under investigation? - Sampling,
  What are the possible solutions and benefits?
  What is the scope of the project?
  Significance of the research - Potential contribution to management practice and theory, Justify the need for the research -
  Who will benefit? Discuss applied and scientific contributions.
• Research Questions and aims
• Reseach Objectives
• Definitions - Define central terms.
• Review of recent research in the proposed problem area - Peer reviwered Journal articles from Ebsco, Emerald, Google Scholar, Sci- Hub, academic books and industry
• Relevant theories that underpin the problem area with critical
• Development of a conceptual framework of the problem based on a critical evaluation ofthe literature.