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Why companies flunk supply-chain

In today's just-in-time delivery of goods, supply chain has become very important for companies.

By Miles Cook

Published on October 01, 2002
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In today's just-in-time delivery of goods, supply chain has become very important for companies. Efficient supply chains not only lead to huge cost savings but are also a source of competitive advantage for companies. Though more that 85% of companies admit the importance of efficient supply chain, only 33% correctly measure supply-chain performance. The article discussed the four main reasons for companies failing to have an effective supply-chain in place and what they need to do to overcome the deficiencies. Download PDF

In today's just-in-time delivery of goods, supply chain has become very important for companies. Efficient supply chains not only lead to huge cost savings but are also a source of competitive advantage for companies. Though more that 85% of companies admit the importance of efficient supply chain, only 33% correctly measure supply-chain performance. The article discussed the four main reasons for companies failing to have an effective supply-chain in place and what they need to do to overcome the deficiencies.

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