电子商务之供应商管理（英文）.pptVIP

Agenda 1. The Evolution of the Supply Chain 2. Advanced Planning and Scheduling Systems 2.1 How They Work 2.2 The Vendors The Supply Chain encompasses a number of key business processes involved in managing the flow of materials, information, and funds from the initial suppliers to the ultimate consumer. However, in the real world, multiple suppliers, multiple plants, multiple distribution points and multiple customers significantly complicate material and information flows... … And, given that supply chains cross multiple companies, walls have been builtthat prevent full and timely information flow. Breaking down these walls and integrating the supply chain is critical. However, to date, most supply chain initiatives have been inwardly focused. Only recently, manufacturers are beginning to embrace the total supply chain as a means to achieving competitive advantage. Phase 1 - Process Integration (e.g., reengineering the order-to-cash process). Phase 2 - Intra-Enterprise Integration (e.g., sales strategies coordinated with supply chain capabilities). Phase 3 - Inter-Enterprise Integration (e.g., collaborativeforecasting replenishment between retailers and suppliers) Supply Chain Technology has evolved over the past several decades. Advanced Planning and Scheduling Systems (APS) Are the Next Step of the Evolution for Providing Decision Support Capabilities. While we tend to draw all supply chains the same, there are many types of supply chains - each with their own unique challenges. How Do You Know If You Have Supply Chain Management Problems? Customer Service Concerns - Customer complaints, loss of share, delivery problems, customer surprises Materials Management Difficulties - High inventory buffers/obsolescence, high transportation costs, supplier shortages, lost purchasing discounts Manufacturing Process Problems - Production inefficiencies, overcapacity, undercapacity, cost growth Planning Difficulties - Inaccurate forecasts, high stockouts, growi