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Diagnosing greatness : ten traits of the best supply chains / Charles C. Poirier, Francis J. Quinn, Morgan L. Swink.

By: Contributor(s): Publication details: Ft. Lauderdale, FL : J. Ross, c2010.Description: xix, 273 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 9781604270266 (hbk.)
  • 1604270268 (hbk.)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 658.7 POI 2010
Contents:
Traits of the best supply chains : an overview -- Supply chain maturity : hypotheses behind the supporting research -- Trait 1 : supply chain success starts with a sound strategy supported by solid leadership -- Trait 2 : focusing on financial impact to achieve superior results -- Trait 3 : a portfolio approach to innovation and process improvement -- Trait 4 : selective collaboration with trusted business partners -- Trait 5 : excellence in strategic sourcing -- Trait 6 : world-class logistics execution -- Trait 7 : proficiency in planning and responsiveness -- Trait 8 : high customer integration and satisfaction -- Trait 9 : ability to anticipate and manage risk -- Trait 10 : globally optimized operations (completing the effort) -- Advice for moving forward.

Includes bibliographical references (p. (247-250) and index.

Traits of the best supply chains : an overview -- Supply chain maturity : hypotheses behind the supporting research -- Trait 1 : supply chain success starts with a sound strategy supported by solid leadership -- Trait 2 : focusing on financial impact to achieve superior results -- Trait 3 : a portfolio approach to innovation and process improvement -- Trait 4 : selective collaboration with trusted business partners -- Trait 5 : excellence in strategic sourcing -- Trait 6 : world-class logistics execution -- Trait 7 : proficiency in planning and responsiveness -- Trait 8 : high customer integration and satisfaction -- Trait 9 : ability to anticipate and manage risk -- Trait 10 : globally optimized operations (completing the effort) -- Advice for moving forward.