"Innovative Supply Chain Solutions: Strategies For Winning In The New Economy"
Presentation and discussion by The John H. McConnell University Professor of Business Administration Don Bowersox
The general focus of the presentation will be the strategic impact of using supply chain competency to enhance competitive positioning and achieve differential advantage. Key points will be:
- New Economy Demand and Innovative Value Adding Solutions--Beyond Efficiency and Effectiveness to Relevancy
- Using Supply Chain Competency to Grow Top Line Revenue
- Enabling Demand Response Strategies -- Postponement, Late Manufacturing and Mass Customization
- Enhancing Operational Excellence and Synergy Using Supply Chain Visibility and Event Management Technology
- Linking Supply Base Operations with Innovative Customer Success Strategies
- New Product Development and Lean Launch Support Strategies