Using a Supply Chain Improvement System (SCIS) to Increase Supply Chain Efficiency

2020 ◽  
pp. 1404-1424
Author(s):  
Herwig Winkler ◽  
Clemens Kuss
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Theoretical Concept ◽  
Process Efficiency ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Supply Chain Efficiency ◽  
Supply Chain Relationships ◽  
Vertical Range ◽  
Insight Into

Because of the reduced vertical range of manufacturing in recent decades, the complexity of supply chain relationships has increased dramatically. To address this complexity, and with the current pressure of competition in today's business environment, improving process efficiency has become an objective for companies and supply chains. Currently, there are no concepts available that enable evaluating and improving efficiency along entire supply chains. Based on this deficit, the authors developed the Supply Chain Improvement System (SCIS). This chapter will present the theoretical concept of the SCIS and provide the reader with two case studies that consider how to apply it in entrepreneurial practice. Beginning with offering some background information, current deficits in evaluating the efficiency of supply chains will be noted. Proceeding with the principles, the chapter will give a deeper insight into the structure of the concept.

Using a Supply Chain Improvement System (SCIS) to Increase Supply Chain Efficiency

2016 ◽  
pp. 437-456
Author(s):  
Herwig Winkler ◽  
Clemens Kuss
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Theoretical Concept ◽  
Process Efficiency ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Supply Chain Efficiency ◽  
Supply Chain Relationships ◽  
Vertical Range ◽  
Insight Into

Because of the reduced vertical range of manufacturing in recent decades, the complexity of supply chain relationships has increased dramatically. To address this complexity, and with the current pressure of competition in today's business environment, improving process efficiency has become an objective for companies and supply chains. Currently, there are no concepts available that enable evaluating and improving efficiency along entire supply chains. Based on this deficit, the authors developed the Supply Chain Improvement System (SCIS). This chapter will present the theoretical concept of the SCIS and provide the reader with two case studies that consider how to apply it in entrepreneurial practice. Beginning with offering some background information, current deficits in evaluating the efficiency of supply chains will be noted. Proceeding with the principles, the chapter will give a deeper insight into the structure of the concept.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON SUPPLY CHAINS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Goran Milovanovic ◽  
◽  
Tamara Stankovic ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Automotive Industry ◽  
Business Relationships ◽  
Automotive Supply Chain ◽  
Automotive Supply ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Chain Level

Health crises have an impact on supply chains, mainly by disrupting their regular activities. In this research, the authors have analyzed the impact that the Covid-19 pandemic has made on business relationships between supply chain partners in the automotive industry and their suppliers, which are mostly from territories where the initial outbreak of the SARS COV 2 virus occurred. The analysis shows that in some cases, there is a strong dependency between the pandemic and production levels. Being dependent prevents supply chains from maintaining stability and causes system vulnerabilities. The authors conclude their work with a thesis on the pronounced impact of the current pandemic on automotive supply chain activities. For the analysis to be complete, it is necessary to monitor changes in production levels further, since data for the current year still does not provide a realistic insight into all the consequences at the supply chain level.

Digital Transformation of Supply Chains With Mobile IoT

2020 ◽  
pp. 156-184
Author(s):  
Busra Ozdenizci Kose
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Digital Transformation ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Supply Chain Efficiency ◽  
Technical Architecture ◽  
5G Technologies ◽  
Secure Connectivity ◽  
The Impact

Today, mobile IoT (m-IoT) connectivity is one of the significant enablers of Supply Chain 4.0 with its capabilities of secure connectivity over large areas at low cost and with low device complexity. The purpose of this chapter is to shed light on the evolution of m-IoT paradigm within context of supply chain management. The potential of LTE, 4G, and future 5G technologies and the impact of m-IoT enabling technologies, LTE-M, and NB-IoT on digital transformation of SCM are investigated through commercial deployments; current status and future directions are discussed in terms of supply chain efficiency and supply chain visibility. Accordingly, this chapter first outlines the technical architecture and features of NB-IoT and LTE-M technologies and then explores how m-IoT connectivity is creating value for supply chains through commercial deployment examples. Exploration of m-IoT potential on supply chain operations will ensure new insights and opportunities for further advancement and evolution of IoT paradigm as a means of productivity.

Proposed Framework for Research in the Triple A (Agility, Adaptability, Alignment) in Supply Chains

2011 ◽  
pp. 306-321 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ivan Arana-Solares ◽  
Jose Machuca ◽  
Rafaela Alfalla-Luque
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Global Business ◽  
The Impact

In the rapidly changing global business environment, it can be seen that supply chain designs based solely on efficiency and speed do not necessarily lead to a sustainable competitive advantage. According to Lee (2004), this can only be done if supply chains are designed to incorporate the Triple A: Agility, Adaptability and Alignment. Although Lee provided some examples, to date his claim has not been empirically tested, which is essential. A number of studies have looked at the three component parts of the Triple A separately, but as yet no studies have focused on all three Triple A components concurrently, or on the impact they have on business performance. The main aim of this chapter is to determine the dimensions and factors that characterize these variables, in order to empirically test the accuracy of Lee’s claim.

Critical indices and model of uncertainty perception for regional supply chains: insights from a Delphi-based study

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 549-564 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher M. Durugbo ◽  
Zainab Al-Balushi ◽  
Abdellatef Anouze ◽  
Omar Amoudi
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Critical Indices ◽  
International Firms ◽  
Uncertainty Sources ◽  
Delphi Round ◽  
Delphi Exercise ◽  
Uncertainty Indices ◽  
Insight Into

Purpose The dynamic nature of uncertainty sources in regional operations represents supply chain management (SCM) imperatives to review uncertainty management frameworks on an ongoing basis with a view to identifying and prioritising critical indices of uncertainty for effective SCM. The purpose of this study is to identify the critical indices of uncertainty for regional supply chains and analyse how SCM practitioners perceive uncertainty. Design/methodology/approach This paper presents a Delphi-based study with a panel of 70 SCM experts from the Sultanate of Oman in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. It applies three rounds of a Delphi exercise to identify, select and prioritise the critical indices of supply chain uncertainty perceived by panel experts. The thematic analysis also provides theorisations on the process for uncertainty perception and factors shaping perception. Findings A total of 39 uncertainty indices were identified from demand, supply, manufacturing, control, technology, competitive, project, transport and geological sources. The Delphi selection round captured the top 12 indices of experts. The research found an accumulative–aggregative duality that explains uncertainty perception and a cost–conformance–connection triadic set of factors underlying the perceived critical indices. Project uncertainty produced the top-ranked index in the final Delphi round. Originality/value This paper makes three main contributions. First, it offers a bottom-up based insight into supply chain uncertainty using the Delphi-based study and from a GCC perspective. Second, the research is unique in its focus on Oman and, third, it is of value for the international operations of GCC companies and for international firms with intentions of expanding, moving or outsourcing their operations to a GCC country such as Oman.

scholarly journals Types of Asymmetries in Exporter-Importer Relationships and Alignment Behaviour

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 76
Author(s):  
Cagri Talay ◽  
Volkan Alptekin
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Causal Effects ◽  
Dyadic Relationships ◽  
Additional Insight ◽  
Supply Chain Relationships ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Negative Connotation ◽  
Asymmetric Relationships ◽  
Insight Into

<p>The purpose of this paper is to explore the phenomenon of asymmetry in international supply chain relationships and investigate how small exporter firms manage these asymmetric relationships. Prior studies have conceptualized asymmetry as a relationship attribute and concentrated on causal effects of asymmetry in supplier-buyer relationships by highlighting the extensive amount of reasons why asymmetry occurs in dyadic relationships. However, those extensive reasons intent to articulate why asymmetry occurs in relationships, have not provided enough in-depth to understand the complexity of asymmetry in international supply chain relationships, therefore, this study aims to explore the concept of asymmetry by focusing on structure and exercise rather than simply discovering reasons. This research explores the four distinguishable types of relational asymmetry between exporters and importers suggest different implications for international supply chain relationships. As opposed to the existing literature, which has considered and largely agreed that asymmetry is related to a negative connotation, this research suggests that different types of asymmetries also have a positive relational outcome for small export firms. This exploratory paper provides managers with additional insight into the types of asymmetry in international supply chain relationships and suggests that asymmetric relationships must be examined carefully in order to overcome difficulties that distract long-term relationships.</p>

Procurement Approaches in Different Supply Chains

2013 ◽  
Vol 436 ◽  
pp. 551-556
Author(s):  
Stefan Pap ◽  
Liviu Morar
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Life Cycle ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Product Life Cycle ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Complex Environment ◽  
Supplier Relationships ◽  
Product Life ◽  
Supply Chain Efficiency ◽  
The Cost

From a purchasing point of view, it can be argued that in order for a supply chain to be efficient the cost of purchasing must be balanced with risk pertaining to the supply market and the purchased product. To decide on the appropriate forms of supplier relationships today, we argue that there are three main dimensions to be considered: A more complex environment. Supply chain efficiency. Product life cycle.

scholarly journals Factors, Outcome, and the Solutions of Supply Chain Finance: Review and the Future Directions

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zericho Marak ◽  
Deepa Pillai
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Bank Loans ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Information Flows ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Financial Flows ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Supply Chain Finance

In the current highly competitive and fast-changing business environment, in which the optimisation of all resources matters, creating an efficient supply chain is crucial. Earlier studies on supply chains have focussed on aligning product/services and information flows while neglecting the financial aspects. Due to this, in recent times, importance has been given to align financial flows with the other components of the supply chain. The interest in supply chain finance rose after the financial crisis when the bank loans declined considerably, as the need for better management and the optimisation of working capital became obvious. This paper reviews the articles on supply chain finance based on three themes—factors, outcomes, and solutions—while at the same time providing directions for future research on supply chain finance. This article is unique, as it investigates the factors affecting supply chains according to the existing literature. It also sheds light on the outcome of the supply chain without limiting the discussion only to the benefits. Further, it addresses the question: what are the solutions constituting supply chain finance?

Compound Supply Chain Efficiency Model Application in the Gabonese Supply Chain

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janvier-James Assey Mbang
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
International Business ◽  
Model Application ◽  
Supply Chain Efficiency ◽  
Global Efficiency ◽  
Over Time

In an effort for global excellence in international business, Gabon supply chains must achieve a competitive advantage by ensuring that they are as effective as possible. This paper develops the compound supply chain efficiency model using variables expressly identified as problem areas encountered by Gabonese supply chains. The compound supply chain efficiency model evaluates the supply chain global efficiency based on the efficiency of reliability, velocity, and cost. It identifies barriers along the supply chain and determines key focus areas for corporations if they want to ameliorate their global efficiency and become more competitive. The compound supply chain efficiency model can either be used to compare various supply chains or it can be used to compare the same supply chain over time to determine if any improvements have been made. The composite supply chain efficiency model can also identify areas of deficiencies along the supply chain. The composite supply chain efficiency model is an efficient and inexpensive model that can be applied to determine if Gabonese supply chains are operating efficiently or not. The results obtained from the compound supply chain efficiency model can help companies and entire supply chains identify areas to focus on to ameliorate their efficiency levels and in so doing make them competitive.

Exploring the influence of supply chain collaboration on supply chain visibility, stakeholder trust, environmental and financial performances: a partial least square approach

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Baah ◽  
Innocent Senyo Kwasi Acquah ◽  
Daniel Ofori
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Manufacturing Firms ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Supply Chain Collaboration ◽  
Competitive Strategies ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Study Results

PurposeThe need to stay competitive amidst ever-changing business environment has shifted competitive strategies from firms to supply chains. Managers are now basing competitive strategies on supply chains acknowledging that supply chains present competitive advantages among other resources. The purpose of the study is to explore the predictive relevance of supply chain collaboration and the extent to which it influences supply chain visibility, stakeholder trust, environmental and financial performances. This study focused on manufacturing firms due to their supplier relationships, consumption of resources, energy and emissions of greenhouse gasses.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopted a survey research design, a quantitative approach and partial least square structural equation modelling technique in making data analysis and interpretations due to its suitability for predictive research models as is the case in this study.FindingsThe study hypothesized that supply chain collaboration positively and significantly interacts with supply chain visibility, stakeholder trust, environmental and financial performances. The study results confirmed supply chain collaboration as a significant, positive and a robust influence on supply chain visibility, stakeholder trust, environmental and financial performances thereby projecting win-win scenarios for firms that engage in collaborative supply chain practices.Originality/valueThe study is among the few to indicate findings in relation to the scope of supply chain collaboration's potency in influencing performance from the perspective of manufacturing firms operational in an emerging economy. Thus, this study contributes to understanding the wider scope of supply chain collaboration, its interactions with other firm variables and how it informs decisions of managers, scholars and supply chain partners.

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