The Supply Chain in the New World:
Challenges and Opportunities in 2011 and Beyond
The supply chain always has been a critical factor in a company’s ability to not only compete, but excel, in its chosen markets. Today, it is more important than ever.
As the economic recovery continues to gain steam, U.S. companies face a dramatically different business climate that can pose a major obstacle to achieving supply chain excellence. Challenges such as higher shipping rates, rising fuel surcharges, shifting populations, and rising offshore manufacturing costs make it increasingly difficult for companies to use their supply chains to deliver superior customer service, support competitive differentiation and, ultimately, drive better year-over-year financial results.
In this Q&A, SCE Chief Executive Officer John DuBiel and Chief Operating Officer Mike Edie share their thoughts on these challenges and some actions enterprises should consider taking to maximize the business value generated by their supply chains in an uncertain and dynamic economic environment.
