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Introduction
to Supply Chain Management
What
is supply chain management? This chapter considers the evolving
nature of the supply chain. It includes: the driving forces
of the supply chain movement; the role advanced technologies
play in promoting this practice; and the move from a supply
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What
is Supply Chain Management?
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people recognize the term Ò supply chain,Ó but the precise
meaning of the concept is more difficult. This chapter examines
some of the classic definitions of the supply chain and its
common functions. |
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Evolution
of Supply Chain Management
The
modern idea of the supply chain has its roots in the first
production line. This chapter examines how the concept of
a supply chain has evolved. |
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E-Dimension:
Supply Chain Management
Moving from a supply chain to a supply network presents new
challenges for companies. This chapter explores the key issues.
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The
Global Dimension
Even
those companies that don't import or export are affected by
global practices. This chapter explores how to operate a global
supply chain and what matters to organizations of all types.
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The
State of the Art
Supply
chain theory is always evolving, as is the technology driving
the practice. So what are today's hot topics in supply chain
management? This chapter explores current trends.
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Supply
Chain Management In Practice
What
are the secrets of creating a great supply chain? This chapter
explores how Compaq, Fujitsu PC and Staples have managed to
successfully employ supply chain management for competitive
advantage. |
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Key
Concepts and Thinkers
Supply
chain theory and practice has its own lingo and key players
promoting the field. Get to grips with the lexicon of supply
chain with the ExpressExec supply chain glossary in this chapter.
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Resources
Countless
words have been written about the subject of the supply chain.
This chapter identifies the best supply chain resources.
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Ten
Steps to Making Supply Chain Management Work
Supply
chain theory is one thing; putting it into practice is another.
This chapter provides some key insights into creating/sustaining
a supply chain in today's business environment. |
