Physical Resource Operations - Assignment Example

For the following, develop three alternatives in vendor and resources of the proposed purchase to outline available options.

It is held in the utmost importance to determine, describe and present the physical characteristics of purchase and the way in which the proposal will assist the facility's goals and the departments that will be involved in the purchase. This will ensure that there is not a difference in purchase traits compared to the needs of the business.

List the items involved in the purchase and evaluate the cost as it relates to implementations and installations as well as any staff training required for using the proposed purchase.

It is especially important to determine what resources are necessary to utilize the purchase as well as determine any rudimentary costs that will be involved to determine the full cost of the purchase, state these regarding the short- and long-term costs and the effective outcomes. It is also important in the purchase proposal to determine the long- and short-term values of the purchase and the holistic effect on the facility by discussing with financial and marketing managers to ensure that it is within the resource budget and determine if any liability will be caused and if that liability can be afforded, but also ensure that it is within business and marketing strategy. Furthering on the discussion with marketing and financial officers, evaluate the relationship of purchase to business goals and plans to determine if the purchase will enhance or hinder the profitability of the hotel, and if said purchase is feasible within the budget limitations.

Define the changes the purchase will reflect the hotel staff and clientele and determine the purchase's consistency and longevity within the hotel's goals, business plan and acquisitions.

State if the purchase is within market research operatives and to which degree the purchase will enhance hotel marketability with the facility image to attract guests.

Determine possible liabilities that will be created from the purchase, including long and short-term loans.

Define the purchases consistency and possible liabilities with other vendors, markets and hotel image.

Define choice of supplier from a minimum of two options and validate reasons for the supplier by determining price, reputation, reliability, competence, warranty care, quality and other pertinent details, which may include inspection and payment liabilities.