Is supply chain management a discipline?

The research indicates that supply management is not yet a discipline; there has been insufficient theory development to underpin the subject. From our research we conclude that there does appear to be evidence that it is an emerging discipline.

What discipline gives rise to the supply chain concept?

The supply chain concept originated in marketing discipline.

How is supply chain management used?

By managing the supply chain, companies can cut excess costs and deliver products to the consumer faster. This is done by keeping tighter control of internal inventories, internal production, distribution, sales, and the inventories of company vendors.

Do you get the most out of your supply chain management process?

Get the most out of your supply chain management process (if you have one). It’s clear that for the last ten or so years, supply chain management has become the golden boy of management discipline and the beneficiary of countless billions of dollars in investments, such as in enterprise resource planning software.

What is global supply chain management and why is it important?

Global supply chain management is the process of ensuring the secure and timely delivery of everything from raw materials to finished consumer goods as they travel from manufacturers and suppliers to wholesalers, retailers, and other distribution points. The goals of supply chain managers are to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and mitigate risk.

How can businesses mitigate global supply chain risks?

An important element of that goal for business managers is to mitigate the risks entailed in relying on suppliers and other partners whose operations are a world away and who are subject to rules and regulations of different governments. One risk few businesses calculated was the impact of a pandemic on global supply chains.

Are manufacturers reexamining their global supply chain strategies?

Manufacturing company executives are reexamining their global supply chain strategies, according to a 2020 survey conducted by the law firm Foley & Lardner.