Strategic Supply Chain Management
Concepts and Applications
True supply chain excellence is achieved by identifying the right core competencies, and understanding how these competencies can be aligned in a coherent supply chain strategy to drive competitive advantage.
This two-day intermediate workshop was designed for leaders facing the challenge of making supply chain relevant to overall business success. It is the perfect progression from the Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management workshop and is valuable for both leaders in supply chain management and for those outside supply chain (engineering, finance/accounting, sales, marketing, facilities, and manufacturing) who seek to tap into the power of supply chain excellence to deliver a competitive advantage.
COURSE DESCRIPTION and BENEFITS
This workshop will enforce the list of value propositions that supply chain excellence can deliver, in terms any professional can understand. In addition, you will learn:
- How elements of supply chains interact, both within and outside the organization
- How to think about supply chain strategy in the context of overall business strategy
- How to collaborate more effectively with colleagues outside of supply chain functions
- How to communicate supply chain solutions and value to senior leadership
- How to comprehend supply chain impacts and relevance in other functional areas
You’ll work in groups to examine case studies and exercises, exploring the breadth of supply chain and its relevance to the overall business. The sessions are highly interactive, and you’ll hear specific real world examples from recognized experts in the field. Instructors will also answer your questions about specific industries or geographic issues.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Listen to our expert instructor talk about the program. [MP3]
