scholarly journals Cloud computing as a factor of the supply chain competitiveness

2018 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-63
Author(s):  
Dr Katarzyna Nowicka
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Demand Planning ◽  
Strategic Goals ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Reduction Of Costs

Cloud computing is a resource, as well as an instrument, which in a complex and diverse manner can have an impact on the structure of the factors shaping the competitiveness of supply chains by stimulating their integration and improving the quality of management. By analysing the results of the study in the context of factor and resulting competitiveness identifying the role of cloud computing in the supply chain management, it must be stated that the reasons for its choice interacted with strategic goals. In terms of the impact of cloud computing on the reduction of costs, the respondents mentioned activities associat-ed with the execution of orders, handling complaints and returns, as those where the greatest changes were observed. In the context of the impact on the time of execution of activities and processes, the respondents pointed to: handling complaints time, order ex-ecution time and liabilities payment time. In terms of shaping the quality, the improvement of the timeliness of deliveries, the increase of the level of complete orders delivered to the customers and the improvement of accuracy of demand planning were indicated.

Use of Information Technology in the Supply Chain Management of the Pharmaceutical Industry

2022 ◽  
pp. 137-168
Author(s):  
Saibal Kumar Saha ◽  
Sangita Saha ◽  
Ajeya Jha
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Information Technology ◽  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Pharmaceutical Industry ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Role Of Information

An efficient supply chain management helps to increase the productivity of a business. Use of information technology and concepts like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing have integrated the different aspects of supply chain with its stakeholders. Published literature in the field of SCM, IT, and the pharmaceutical industry has been reviewed, and different aspects of innovation, technique, risks, advancements, factors, and models have been taken into consideration to form a comprehensive chapter focusing on the role of information technology in the supply chain management of the pharmaceutical industry. The chapter finds that IT has made a significant impact in improving the efficiency of SCM. But its successful implementation and collaboration with other firms is the key to success for an efficient SCM. Within each category, gaps have been identified.

The Role of Cloud Computing in Global Supply Chain

2015 ◽  
pp. 192-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kijpokin Kasemsap
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Global Supply Chain ◽  
Global Business ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Processing Theory

This chapter reviews the role of cloud computing in global supply chain, thus describing the theoretical and practical concepts of cloud computing and supply chain management (SCM); the significance of cloud computing in global supply chain; the overview of electronic supply chain management (e-SCM); and the organizational information processing theory within global supply chain. The utilization of cloud computing is necessary for modern organizations that seek to serve suppliers and customers, increase business performance, strengthen competitiveness, and achieve continuous success in global business. Therefore, it is essential for modern organizations to examine their cloud computing applications, develop a strategic plan to regularly check their practical advancements, and immediately respond to the cloud computing needs of customers in global supply chain. Applying cloud computing in global supply chain will extremely improve organizational performance and reach business goals in the digital age.

scholarly journals Study of Aromatic and Medicated Plants in Uttrakhand, India: With Focus on Role in Employment Generation and Supply Chain Management

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 148-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruchita Pangriya
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Natural Habitat ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Long Run ◽  
Employment Generation ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Impact

India is one of the major exporters of crude drugs including Medicated and Aromatic Plants globally. As per the latest and most recent data available, in 2012-2013 India’s total export of Ayush, Medicinal herbs and their value added products was USD 395.58 million. State of Uttarakhand in India is a natural habitat of the prosperous varieties of herbs, medicinal and aromatic plant species. The Government of Uttarakhand state has also realised this big potential and is continuously trying to tap this wealth. In 2012-2013 the state exported culinary herbs, Aromatic products and medicated products worth ` 29.0 crore. The aim of this study of MAP products in Uttarakhand state is to evaluate the impact of cultivation of MAP products, in relation to the new employment generation and also to study the supply chain management in context to the activities of various agencies engaged in collection, distribution and auction. This paper focuses on the cultivation program running in Uttrakhand by HRDI and its importance in employment generation in the hilly districts. It is very evident in today’s time that a strong supply chain is basic necessity for every organised business to sustain and to be successful in long run. This paper also studies the existing supply chain for MAP products and investigates the loopholes for further improvement so that the cultivators of MAP get maximum monetary benefits with minimum problems. In addition to that, role of different corporations like KMVN, GMVN and Bhesaj Corporation in marketing of these MAP products has also been discussed under the presented study.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/ijssm.v2i2.12396          Int. J. Soc. Sci. Manage. Vol-2, issue-2: 148-156  

The role of blockchain in reducing the impact of barriers to humanitarian supply chain management

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Ihsan Ozdemir ◽  
Ismail Erol ◽  
Ilker Murat Ar ◽  
Iskender Peker ◽  
Ali Asgary ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Decision Aid ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Humanitarian Supply Chain ◽  
The Impact

PurposeThe objective of this study is to investigate the role of blockchain in reducing the impact of barriers to humanitarian supply chain management (HSCM) using a list of blockchain benefits.Design/methodology/approachA decision aid was used to explore the suitability of blockchain in humanitarian supply chains. To achieve that, first, a list of barriers to HSCM was identified. Then, the intuitionistic fuzzy decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (IF–DEMATEL) method was utilized to determine the relationships and the level of interdependencies among the criteria. Finally, the intuitionistic fuzzyanalytic network process (IF–ANP) technique was employed, as it successfully handles dependencies among the criteria.FindingsThe findings of this study suggest that interorganizational barriers are the most suitable ones, the impacts of which blockchain may alleviate. This study further suggests that trust turned out to be the most significant benefit criterion for the analysis.Research limitations/implicationsThe readers should construe the findings of this study with caution since it was carried out using the data collected from the experts of a particular country. Moreover, the proposed decision aid contemplates a limited set of criteria to assess a possible role of blockchain in overcoming the barriers to HSCM.Practical implicationsThe findings of this study can assist humanitarian supply chain managers to make more judicious assessments on whether they implement the blockchain in humanitarian supply chain operations. Specifically, this research may help decision makers to identify the certain barriers, the impact of which may be reduced by using the blockchain. The findings of this research will also help various decision makers make more rational decisions and allocate their resources more effectively.Originality/valueTo the best of authors’ knowledge, no single study exists to investigate the role of blockchain in reducing the impact of barriers to HSCM using an intuitionistic fuzzy multi-criteria decision-making approach.

The Role of Cloud Computing in Global Supply Chain

2016 ◽  
pp. 1556-1583 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kijpokin Kasemsap
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Global Supply Chain ◽  
Global Business ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Processing Theory

This chapter reviews the role of cloud computing in global supply chain, thus describing the theoretical and practical concepts of cloud computing and supply chain management (SCM); the significance of cloud computing in global supply chain; the overview of electronic supply chain management (e-SCM); and the organizational information processing theory within global supply chain. The utilization of cloud computing is necessary for modern organizations that seek to serve suppliers and customers, increase business performance, strengthen competitiveness, and achieve continuous success in global business. Therefore, it is essential for modern organizations to examine their cloud computing applications, develop a strategic plan to regularly check their practical advancements, and immediately respond to the cloud computing needs of customers in global supply chain. Applying cloud computing in global supply chain will extremely improve organizational performance and reach business goals in the digital age.

Do supply management and global sourcing matter for firm sustainability performance?

2014 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 258-274 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jury Gualandris ◽  
Ruggero Golini ◽  
Matteo Kalchschmidt
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Supply Management ◽  
Global Sourcing ◽  
Manufacturing Companies ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sustainability Performance ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The aim of this paper is to explore the impact that sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) has on company’s sustainability performance (both environmental and social), the direct and the indirect impacts that traditional supply management (SM) has on such performance and the effect that global sourcing exerts on the relationships involving SM, SSCM and firm sustainability performance. Design/methodology/approach – Empirical data were obtained from the fifth edition of the International Manufacturing Strategy Survey. The sample consists of 336 assembly manufacturing companies from 21 countries. Data were collected in 2009. The authors apply a moderated mediation analysis to analyse the role of SM and SSCM, and also perform a multi-group analysis to verify the moderation effect played by global sourcing. Findings – First, SSCM improves sustainability performance (both environmental and social) of the company that implements it. Then, SM plays a complex role, as it fosters the adoption of SSCM and makes SSCM more effective. Interestingly, these results are valid for both Locals (i.e. companies sourcing mainly within their continent) and Globals (i.e. companies that have relevant international supply relationships). However, for Locals only, SM also produces a direct effect on sustainability performance of the company. Originality/value – Findings provide empirical evidence that supports previous theoretical works. Furthermore, this paper expands the literature by shedding light on the multifaceted role of SM and on the moderating role of global sourcing. Results are useful to practitioners and researchers interested in developing their understanding of how sustainability at the company level is related to supply chain management.

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