Supply Chain Networks and Business Process Orientation: Advanced Strategies and Best Practices by Kevin P. McCormack, William T. Walker (With), William C. Johnson

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In this volume, the authors review their theory of business process orientation (BPO—on which they wrote an earlier book) then describe its relation to supply chain management, with chapters on the impact of BPO achieved by ongoing benchmarking research and the opportunities of supply chain in the electronic economy. These concepts are illustrated with case studies and data based on a survey. Other chapters detail the practical steps to organize a supply chain network and classify trading partners. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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The Internet has provided the catalyst for building networks of companies that interoperate, cooperating and collaborating to bring about positive changes in customer value and competitive advantage. The horizontal integration of supply chains both internally and externally is critical and the result of applying the concepts of Business Process Organization across a network of companies. This book demonstrates how companies can build successful supply chain networks. Prescriptive benchmarking models illustrate proven strategies, tactics, and methods for achieving a superior level of supply chain performance. Real case studies put the new models and best practices into a clear business context for immediate use