Running Head: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OUTLINE1
Supply Chain Management Outline
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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OUTLINE
1. Introduction.
o What is supply chain management?
o Definition of terms used in the supply chain management concept.
o A brief history
2. Functions of supply chain management.
o Benefits of the supply chain management.
o Cost involved when putting up a supply chain management.
o Disadvantages of supply chain management.
3. Supply tools and techniques used in supply chain management.
o Supply chain management software
o Logistics processes with suppliers.
4. Why operations and warehouse managers should change and implement a supply chain
management.
o How will the supply chain management boost their profits?
o Give a quality assurance policy.
5. Conclusion
o Effects of not implementing a supply chain management.
o Examples of successful organizations with excellent supply chain management.
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