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September 20, 2007 (updated January 28, 2008) Topic Overview: Supply Chain Managementby Patrick M. Connaughton, George Lawrie, Roy C. Wildeman with Sharyn Leaver |
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Executive Summary
Supply chain management (SCM) is the business process of managing the complex interaction of products, materials, equipment, labor, and cash as they flow through the supply chain and fulfill customer demand. Forrester's SCM research helps firms navigate the pitfalls of today's global, networked environment across areas like product design and development, strategic sourcing, distribution, and service management.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Why SCM Matters
- Forrester's Take On SCM
- The Basics
- Best Practices
- Trends And Forecasts
- Strategic Reading
- Vendor And Product Comparisons
- Case Studies
- Related Topics
- Upcoming Research
- For More Information
- Related Research Documents
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