Components of Supply Chain


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Component Sub-Components Description
Demand Management Forecasting
Forecasting involves predicting future customer demand using historical data, market trends, and statistical models. Accurate forecasting helps in planning inventory, production, and distribution.
Demand Planning
Demand planning integrates sales forecasts with supply chain capabilities to ensure that products are available to meet customer needs without overstocking or stockouts.
Order Management
Order management involves tracking and fulfilling customer orders efficiently. It includes order processing, order tracking, and ensuring timely delivery.
Supply Management Supplier Selection
Supplier selection involves evaluating and choosing suppliers based on criteria such as cost, quality, reliability, and delivery performance.
Procurement
Procurement is the process of acquiring goods and services from suppliers. It includes negotiating contracts, placing orders, and managing supplier relationships.
Inventory Management
Inventory management involves overseeing the storage, handling, and tracking of inventory to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize costs.
Production and Operations Production Planning
Production planning involves scheduling and coordinating manufacturing activities to meet demand while optimizing resources and minimizing costs.
Quality Control
Quality control ensures that products meet specified standards and customer expectations through inspections, testing, and process improvements.
Maintenance
Maintenance involves regular upkeep and repair of equipment and facilities to ensure smooth and efficient production operations.
Distribution and Logistics Warehousing
Warehousing involves storing goods in a facility until they are needed for production or distribution. It includes inventory management, order picking, and packing.
Transportation
Transportation involves moving goods from one location to another using various modes such as trucks, ships, trains, and airplanes. It includes route planning and carrier selection.
Distribution Management
Distribution management oversees the movement of goods from warehouses to retail locations or customers, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
Customer Operations Customer Service
Customer service involves addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and providing support to ensure a positive customer experience.
Returns Management
Returns management handles the process of receiving, inspecting, and processing returned products, ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient reverse logistics.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
CRM involves managing interactions with customers to build and maintain long-term relationships, enhance customer loyalty, and drive sales growth.

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