What to Know About Supply Chain Management

Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1
Analysis of Specific Agricultural Commodity Supply Chain Modelling in Indonesia
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Nature of the Industry
2.1. Palm Oil
2.2. Cacao
2.3. Kenaf
2.4. Similarities and Differences between All Three Commodities in Terms of Product Characteristics
3. Goals and Approaches
3.1. Palm Oil
3.2. Cacao
3.3. Kenaf
4. Modelling Methods
4.1. Palm Oil
4.2. Cacao
4.3. Kenaf
5. Interaction and Collaboration
Conclusion
References
Chapter 2
Supply Chain Performance Measurement for Manufacturing Industry
Abstract
Introduction
Definition of Supply Chain Management
SCM for the Manufacturing Industry
Supply Chain Drivers
Sourcing
Facilities
Inventory
Transportation
Information
Pricing
SCM Macro Process Flow
Evolution of Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Performance
in Manufacturing Organizations
Supply Chain Performance Measurement Gap Analysis
Balanced Scorecard Model
Supply Chain Operations Reference Model (SCOR)
Timeline of Supply Chain Performance Measurement
Attributes of Supply Chain Performance Measurement
Financial Health (FH)
Collaboration (CL)
Velocity (VC)
Visibility (VS)
Resilience (RE)
Reliability (RL)
Continuous Improvement (CI)
Work Place Health (WPH)
Sustainability (SS)
Service Excellence (SE)
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3
Supply Chain Management Efficiency: Focus on Indian Fruits and Vegetables Markets
Abstract
1. Introduction
1.1. Significance of Fruits and Vegetables
1.2. Production
1.3. Prices and Arrivals
1.4. Infrastructure Availability
1.5. Consumption
1.6. Trend in Fruits and Vegetables Production
1.7. World Scenario
2. Supply Chain Concepts
3. Fruits and Vegetables Sector - Supply Chain
3.1. Fruits and Vegetables Sector - Supply Chain Players in India
3.2. Cold Chain
3.3. Cold Storage Gap
4. Supply Chain Efficiency
4.1. Fruits and Vegetables Sector - Supply Chain Efficiency
4.2. Importance of Efficient Supply Chain in Fruits and Vegetables Sector
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4
Supply Chain Management and COVID-19 Pandemic: Some Thoughts
Abstract
Introduction
Positive Effects Generated After Giving the Supply Chain Special Attention
COVID-19 - Origin and Extent of the Problem
What Can Be Done
Management-Based Solutions
Market-Based Solutions
What Other Problems Can Have Such a Level of Global Disruption
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5
Supply Chain Management Framework for Ready-Made Garments Industry: A Bangladesh Perspective
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Literature Review
2.1. Supply Chain Management
2.1.1. Tier 1 & 2 Supplier
2.1.2. Manufacturer
2.1.3. Distributors/Middleman
2.1.4. Retailers
2.1.5. Consumer/Ultimate Buyer
2.1.6. Service Provider
2.2. SCM in RMG Industry
3. Methodology
4. Garments Manufacturing Process in Bangladesh
4.1. Negotiation Processes in Garments Manufacturing
4.1.1. Product
4.1.2. Material
4.1.3. Time
4.1.4. Quality
4.1.5. Quantity
4.1.6. Packaging
4.1.7. Shipping
4.2. Production Processes in Garments Manufacturing
4.2.1. Pre-Production Processes
4.2.1.1. Order Receive
4.2.1.2. Strategic Planning
4.2.1.3. Sample Development
4.2.1.4. Pre-Production Sample Approval
4.2.1.5. Material Sourcing
4.2.1.6. Material In-House
4.2.2. Roduction Processes
4.2.2.1. Cutting
4.2.2.2. Sewing/Weaving
4.2.2.3. Washing
4.2.2.4. Finishing
4.2.3. Post Production Processes
4.2.3.1. Packing
4.2.3.2. Shipment Audit
4.2.3.3. Warehousing
4.2.3.4. Dispatch for Shipment
5. SCM Conceptual Framework for RMG Industry
5.1. Inbound Supply Chain (Input)
5.1.1. Tier 1
5.1.1.1. Pre-Production (PP) Sampling
5.1.1.2. Purchase Order (PO)
5.1.2. Tier 2
5.1.2.1. Fabric Item
5.1.2.2. Non-Fabric Item
5.1.2.3. Human Resources
5.1.2.4. Building & Machineries
5.2. Internal Supply Chain (Process)
5.2.1. Production Process 1 (Cutting, Sewing, Quality)
5.2.2. Production Process 2 (Washing, Quality)
5.2.3. Production Phase 3 (Finishing, Quality)
5.2.4. Quality Checking
5.3. Outbound Supply Chain (Output)
5.3.1. Finished Goods
5.3.2. Approved or Rejected Goods
5.3.3. Packing
5.3.4. Quality Checking
5.3.5. Shipment Audit
5.3.6. Dispatch for Shipment
Conclusion
References
Chapter 6
Healthcare Supply Chains During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned and the Way Forward
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Research Method
3. Findings and Analysis
3.1. Surge in Sudden Demand
3.2. Virus Containment Measures
3.3. Further Demand Flight
3.4. Supply Chain Disruptions
3.4.1. Short Supply of Medical Goods, Raw Materials, Parts, and Equipment
3.4.2. Lean Management and Problems with Scaling-Up Production
3.4.3. Uncoordinated Procurement and Distribution of Testing Kits
3.4.4. Newly Imposed Trade Barriers
3.4.5. Evolving Environmental and Sustainability Issues
3.4.6. Growing Pervasiveness of Contactless Healthcare Service
3.5. Responses by Healthcare Supply Chains (HCSCS)
3.5.1. Enhancing/Building Local Capacity
3.5.2. Alternate and Unusual Sourcing
3.5.3. Internal Resource Mobilization
3.5.4. Telemedicine and Hospital at Home
3.5.5. Adopting a System-Wide Approach
3.5.6. Resource Rationing
3.5.7. Lifting /Relaxing Trade Barriers
3.5.8. Technological Adaptations
Recommendations
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7
Tackling Supply Chain Challenges in the Pandemic World
Abstract
Introduction
Literature Review
Supply Chain Management in Brief
Real World Scenario in the Beginning of COVID- 19 Pandemic
The Start of the Pandemic: Chinese Factory Shutdowns Create Ripples and Uncertainty
February 25, 2020
February 26, 2020
Spring 2020: Lockdowns in the United States and Europe Add to Product Shortages
April 16, 2020
May 21, 2020
Summer 2020: Following the Reopening of the Economies, Disruptions Have Become Idiosyncratic
June 2, 2020
October 13, 2020
Fall 2020: Constraints in Logistics Networks Create Additional Pain Points
November 10, 2020
November 12, 2020
Winter 2020-21: Logistics Bottlenecks and Product Shortages Continue
January 22, 2021
January 26, 2021
Discussion
Sorting Out the Vulnerabilities
Risk Assessment for Vulnerability
Managing the Source
Level of Inventory Management
Grabbing Advantage of Technologies
Conclusion
References
Chapter 8
Post-Pandemic Supply Chain: A Study on the F&B Retail Industry in Bangladesh
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Literature Review
3. Crucial Factors During Pandemic in Supply Chain
4. Research Framework
5. Analysis
6. Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 9
Lean or Agile Supply Chain - A Better Tool to Manage Business?
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Lean Supply Chain
2.1. Fundamentals of Lean
2.2. Lean Philosophy
2.2.1. Muda (Eliminating Waste)
2.2.2. Mura (Eliminating Unevenness)
2.3. Tools of Lean Supply Chain Management
2.3.1. Six Sigma
2.3.2. Just in Time (JIT)
2.3.3. Kanban
2.3.4. Kaizen
2.4. Objectives of Lean Supply Chain
2.4.1. Eliminating Waste in Order to Hold Only Values
2.4.2. Establishment of Technology to Stimulate the Supply Chain’s Performance
2.4.3. Establishment of Visible Customer Usage throughout the Supply Chain
2.4.4. Reduce Lead Time
2.4.5. Creation of a Level Flow
2.4.6. Behind Pull System Rather than Push Dogma
2.4.7. Collaborate and Process Discipline
2.4.8. Focus on Total Cost of Fulfillment
2.5. Importance of Lean
2.5.1. Value Addition
2.5.2. Accuracy through Better Manufacturing Techniques
2.5.3. Systematic Integration
2.5.4. Lower Administrative Costs
2.5.5. Efficient Information Network
2.5.6. Brand Image
3. Agile Supply Chain
3.1. Model of Agility
3.2. Benefits of Agile Supply Chain
3.2.1. Ability to Quickly Respond to Change
3.2.2. Mass Customization
3.2.3. Low Inventory Cost
3.2.4. Reduced Risk of Stock Obsolescence
3.2.5. Enhance Relationship
3.2.6. Quality Assurance
3.2.7. Improved Performance
3.2.8. Localization
4. Placement of Lean and Agile Strategies in Supply Chain
4.1. Lean VS. Agile: Impacts on Supply Chain Strategies
5. Leagile Supply Chain Strategy
Conclusion
References
Editors’ Contact Information
Index
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