Supply Chain Glossary

Supply Chain Design

Definition
The strategic planning of supply chain structure, including partner selection, facility locations, transportation modes, product distribution, and supporting information systems.


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Common supply chain reorganization approaches gone wrong
Gartner research identified three common mistakes organizations make when undergoing a supply chain reorganization, and offers alternative approaches to success.
The missing data problem in supply chain design
Supply chain design has an increasingly powerful ability to use digital, data-driven models to create the future supply chain your organization is going to need. Since the future hasn’t happened yet, missing data is simply a part of every…
Rest assured: Building resilience in supply chains one mattress at a time
A strategic approach to navigate the tradeoff between risk mitigation and cost efficiency, developed in collaboration with Tempur Sealy, offers insights for a restful supply chain future.
The rise of customer-centric supply chains
Changing customer demands are putting more pressure on supply chains. In response, more companies are putting the customer at the center of supply chain design.
Balanced supply chain management: Setting the stage
Supply chains have changed, and so too has the management required to achieve balanced supply chains. This is the first in a series of articles that will address the elements needed to achieve that balance.
The new dawn of network and capital planning is here
A traditional approach to network and capital planning isn’t agile enough to keep pace with commercial markets where disruptions outnumber long-term norms. Successful planning for sustainable growth and profit requires new thinking and new models.
Seizing value from supply network management
Leaders must create a shared vision to achieve optimal performance, break down silos, and leverage competitive sea change and disruption opportunities in the connected market ecosystem.
Looking for the next frontier of margin enhancement? Think structurally
Supply chain leaders looking for an edge in margin enhancement need to find the answers to these five key questions.
Attacking stubborn COGS inflation with Digital Design-and-Source-to-Value
By fostering innovation and diversity within the supplier network, companies can facilitate a dynamic exchange of ideas to stay ahead of industry advancements.
How to design & optimize your supply chain
In this webcast, Tompkins will share his insights from his storied career and help you apply these lessons to today's supply chain.
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