Supply Chain Integration: More Talk Than Action?

If you read these findings from a recent Deloitte Consulting study on the subject, it makes you wonder:

1. Despite globalization, most supply chain optimization is done locally;

2. Supply chains are not fully equipped to support accelerating innovation;

3. Flexibility is becoming more difficult to achieve in the face of shorter product cycles, increased customer demands, the pursuits of lower-cost locations and the race to new markets;

4. While managing risk is a priority, current fragmented supply chain initiatives are increasing potential risk;

5. While customer service is a priority, fewer than 8% of companies have a high level of collaboration with customers on key initiatives.

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