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Supply chain management

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The People Dimension In Logistics And Supply Chain Management – Its Role And Importance, Edward Sweeney May 2013

The People Dimension In Logistics And Supply Chain Management – Its Role And Importance, Edward Sweeney

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It is widely recognised that the effective application of logistics and supply chain management (SCM) has a vital role to play in European economic recovery. Experience suggests that success in achieving higher levels of supply chain integration (SCI) depends on both physical and technical components (the hard-wiring), as well as human and behavioural components (the soft-wiring). There is significant evidence that the latter has been largely neglected by the logistics and SCM community. Furthermore, it appears that the majority of supply chain improvement initiatives by practitioners have been primarily concerned with technological, structural and process issues. This chapter …


Has Supply Chain Management Lost Its Relevance?, Natalie Descheres Jan 2013

Has Supply Chain Management Lost Its Relevance?, Natalie Descheres

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The context of business has changed dramatically over the last 15 years. The definition of need satisfaction, the shift from “dot to web” competition and the embedding of the organisation into a wider political and societal environment has transformed SCM contributions and the meaning of work for employees. Interdependence must evolve from the do-it-alone approach and yet the ashes are not proving fertile ground. In many ways, traditional models of management have not kept up with the changes and are taken aback by the complexity that surrounds us. Complexity is however not a feature of our world, but one of …


Preface To Supply Chain Management And Logistics In A Volatile Global Environment, Edward Sweeney Jan 2009

Preface To Supply Chain Management And Logistics In A Volatile Global Environment, Edward Sweeney

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Putting Scm Theory Into Practice: Towards A Re-Engineering Roadmap, Edward Sweeney Jan 2009

Putting Scm Theory Into Practice: Towards A Re-Engineering Roadmap, Edward Sweeney

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Introduction To Supply Chain Management And Logistics In A Volatile Global Environment, Edward Sweeney Jan 2009

Introduction To Supply Chain Management And Logistics In A Volatile Global Environment, Edward Sweeney

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Towards The Sustainable Supply Chain Of The Future, Edward Sweeney, Daniel Park Jan 2009

Towards The Sustainable Supply Chain Of The Future, Edward Sweeney, Daniel Park

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A working definition of supply chain management (SCM) – the Four Fundamentals
– was introduced in Chapter 1. This final chapter reflects on this
definition in the light of the detailed issues introduced in each subsequent
chapter. It provides a framework for looking ahead and identifying a
number of key emerging challenges that are likely to play a significant role
in the design and management of the economically, socially and environmentally
sustainable supply chain architectures of the future.


Understanding Supply Chain Management, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

Understanding Supply Chain Management, Edward Sweeney

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The Financial Dimension Of Scm, Edward Sweeney, Des Lee Jan 2007

The Financial Dimension Of Scm, Edward Sweeney, Des Lee

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The Evolving Supply Chain Management Context, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

The Evolving Supply Chain Management Context, Edward Sweeney

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Re-Engineering The Supply Chain: Making Scm Work For You, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

Re-Engineering The Supply Chain: Making Scm Work For You, Edward Sweeney

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The Role Of Information And Communications Technology (Ict) In The Supply Chain, Ronan Mcdonnell, John Kenny, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

The Role Of Information And Communications Technology (Ict) In The Supply Chain, Ronan Mcdonnell, John Kenny, Edward Sweeney

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Outsourcing And Its Role In The Supply Chain, Edward Sweeney, Aoife O'Riordan Jan 2007

Outsourcing And Its Role In The Supply Chain, Edward Sweeney, Aoife O'Riordan

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Preface To Perspectives On Supply Chain Management And Logistics :Creating Competitive Organisations In The 21st Century, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

Preface To Perspectives On Supply Chain Management And Logistics :Creating Competitive Organisations In The 21st Century, Edward Sweeney

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Supply Chain Management: The Business Model Of The 21st Century, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

Supply Chain Management: The Business Model Of The 21st Century, Edward Sweeney

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Introduction To Perspectives On Supply Chain Management And Logistics - Creating Competitive Organisations In The 21st Century, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

Introduction To Perspectives On Supply Chain Management And Logistics - Creating Competitive Organisations In The 21st Century, Edward Sweeney

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Supply Chain Benchmarking And Performance Measurement: Towards The Learning Supply Chain, Edward Sweeney Jan 2007

Supply Chain Benchmarking And Performance Measurement: Towards The Learning Supply Chain, Edward Sweeney

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