Working in the supply chain can be highly complex as many different parts and pieces must be together for the supply chain to work efficiently. Three main key flows should be considered in supply chain management. The three critical flows in supply chain management are material or product, information flow, and financial flow. All of…
In the bustling world of modern business, a strong, efficient, and resilient supply chain is the lifeline of any successful organization. That is why it is essential for companies to understand what it means to build an efficient and effective supply chain. The supply chain represents the intricate network that intertwines the various organizations, activities,…
I have heard some talk on the news and other places that Covid has ensured that Global Sourcing is now dead. I do not believe that Global Sourcing is still alive and well. There are many reasons why Global Sourcing and the Global Supply Chain are not dead. Everything from the cost to selling products…
In college, I never thought I would make my career part of the global supply chain. I did not know or understand what the global chain was, There are many great reasons why you may want to consider becoming part of the global supply chain. Everything from the opportunities you will have to be at…
When many companies look at the supply chain, they will look at the upstream and downstream supply chains. Though these are the same supply chain, there are some differences. Many companies divide their supply chain into upstream and downstream supply chains. The upstream supply chain concerns the contract supplier and their subsuppliers, including things to…
Most global companies aim to have the most efficient supply chain possible. A well-functioning supply chain is also an efficient supply chain. An efficient supply chain is a supply chain that functions and operates and does so at the most optimal level possible. An efficient supply chain can excel at getting products or services ordered,…