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
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