Chapter Objectives
• Continue discussion of strategic trading relationships
• Introduce key SCM strategy concepts
• Acknowledge uncertainty and variability in strategy
The goal of this section is not to reiterate the basis of SCM strategy. Instead, this chapter will highlight key strategy concepts and how they tie into SCM decisions. We will focus on how a company chooses to compete (its competitive strategy) and how that drives functional and operational strategy decisions that must be made by the various departments. In short, competitive strategy is one of the biggest factors in SCM decisions. Ultimately, ...
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