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How to Get More Results Out of

Your Supply Chain Integration

An integrated supply chain offers a number of benefits, not

only to large companies but especially to small and mid-

sized businesses. It allows manufacturers to view business

processes across multiple suppliers and different platforms,

allowing them to monitor materials and parts wherever they

are. In a word, it expands the traditional management

beyond tracking information, finances and materials as they

move from the supplier to the manufacturer.

How can you get more results out of your supply chain

integration? Taken that you already have an integrated

supply chain, there is actually more potentials you can tap

into, as long as you know how to do it.

The use of integration platforms transforms the supply chain

into a network of partnerships. It starts with your C-level

commitment. The procurement department is considered as

the heart of an effective supply chain. You can only get more

results out of your supply chain integration if the C-level

executive backs the project. To get the suppliers on board,

you should demonstrate that it is in their best interest to be

involved in the supply chain. Do this correctly and everyone

in the integrated supply chain will benefit (But, you will have

the most to gain).

Supply chain integration allows you to manage

manufacturing, inventory and transaction expenses more

efficiently and cost-effectively. It eliminates redundancy of

cost and effort and improves your level service. Take for

instance, Procter & Gamble. P&G expanded their line of

products and services from ten years ago. They built a

partnership with Walmart, which allowed them to virtually

eliminate price promotions. It also streamlined their logistics

and replenishment programs. Overall, it enabled them to

reduce costs.

In conclusion, integration platforms help create a more

effective supply chain integration. They provide you with

shorter lead times and lower inventory costs. They help

pinpoint where the problems are in real-time and enable you

to take action. They are powerful incentives to make the

involved parties commit to doing business with you. Build a

long-term relationship with them today. Understand and

listen to them to increase profits.