The objective of this research study is to identify the practice of supply chain management in Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) to understand the flow of products in supply chain of PTC, to analyze the existing supply chain of PTC keeping in view the customer services, to understand the role of distributors in supply chain and to analyze the distribution effectiveness of PTCs supply chain. The hypothesis is the better customer services of supply chain customers will lead to an effective distribution of PTC products. Independent variable is better customer services and dependent variable is effective distribution. Which the research has further operationalize and formed a theoretical framework. In this quantitative study the area sampling technique …show more content…
Supply chain management is a vast area. This chapter will emphasize the aspects of customer service and distribution i.e. a very important element in supply chain management, and how these are interrelated. The chapter is structured as follows: Section 1.1 gives an introduction to the term supply chain, Section 1.2 explain the objectives of a supply chain, Section 1.3 describes the decision phases of supply chain, Section 1.4 treats some important issues of Supply chain management, Section 1.5 highlights about Customer satisfaction, Section 1.6 contain some definitions of supply chain, Section 1.7 highlighting the role of distributors in supply chain, whereas Section 1.8 deals with the value of distribution in supply …show more content…
According to Chopra, Meindl & Kalra (2009) a supply chain consists of all parties involved, directly or indirectly, in fulfilling a customer request. The supply chain not only includes the manufacturer and suppliers but also transporters, warehouses, retailers, and customers themselves. Within each organization, such as a manufacturer, the supply chain includes all functions involved in receiving and filling a customer request and they are linked as chain. These functions includes, but are not limited to, new product development, marketing, operations, distribution, finance, and customer services. The supply chain is the series of links and shared processes that exist between supplier and customers. These links and processes involved all activities from the acquisition of raw material of the delivery of finished goods to the end consumer. Raw material enters into a manufacturing organization via supply system and is transformed into finished goods. The finished goods are then supplied to consumers through a distribution system. Generally, several companies are linked together on this process, each adding value to the product as it moves through the supply chain (Mohile,
Chipotle Mexican Grill is an American restaurants chain that offers a focused menu of burritos and tacos. The company was founded by Steve Ells in 1993 with a vision of “food with entirety”. The company started its operations in the state of Colorado when it launched its first Chipotle in the city of Denver. Over the course of next five years, the company expanded its operations and successfully launched its Chipotle restaurants at several locations across the state of Colorado. Impressed with the proof of Chipotle’s concept, McDonald's jumped on the wagon in 1998 by acquiring small stake in the company which was later converted into the controlling stake in 2000.
Trader Joe 's is a developing chain of supermarkets with a distinction. Whilst not a gigantic chain store, Trader Joe 's accentuates little stores which offer a choice of merchandise hard to discover somewhere else at lower costs. The way that quality merchandise come at such low costs is only one motivation behind why the Trader Joe 's organization has turned out to be so fruitful. From humble beginnings, the organization has now developed into a multi-billion dollar monster.
5. The mission of Costco Wholesale is to "continually provide members with quality goods and services at the lowest price possible." To achieve this Costco is following the code of ethics, obey the law and taking care of the members and employees. Costco 's ultimate goal is to reward the shareholders. The Costco Wholesale did not release the vision statement, but the company 's history implies their vision is to be "a place where efficient buying and operating practices give members access to unmatched savings.
Following the exploration of the supply chain strategies of Target Corporation, I proposed a model that would help in improving the efficiency of the company. Electronic Invoice Presentation and Payment (EIPP) and Electronic Invoice Presentation will improve the efficiency of the company through framework that allows for preparation of budgetary streams and data errands in real time (Mangan & Lalwani, 2016). The strategy will allow Target Corporation to make use of broader measures that include fill rate, item accessibility, stock esteem, on the rack, the money-to-money cycle, on-time-conveyance, as well as the stock administration of the bend. Implementation of the model will help in the speedy delivery of products to the stores and subsequently
When the average cost of production decreases as the volume of its output increases, the process of economies of scale is said to be achieved. For instance, it may cost $3,000 to produce 100 copies of a magazine yet only $4,000 for 1,000 copies. The average cost dropped from $30 to $4 per magazine because the main elements of cost in producing the copies (editing, designing etc.) are distinct from the number of magazines produced. Adam Smith recognized the division of labor and specialization as the two-key means to achieve a larger return on production.
In this walk through a supply chain, we will start with a package of M&M’s purchased at the retail store Target. Supply chains encompass all the processes, services, back office processes, and subordinate finished goods used to manufacture the M&Ms. What one will quickly realize is that there are multiple supply chains working together to move raw materials from a farm, transporting the goods to downstream supply chain members, and providing supporting services and ancillary products required within parts of the chain like manufacturing or distribution. Interestingly, supply chains can be horizontal (distributed), or they can be aligned vertically, where one entity of the supply chain controls the entire chain. One may suggest that an effective
The competitive analysis is based on two competitors that are ranked fairly high overall pet grooming. PetSmart and Petco offer devoted associates which are trained and enjoy interaction with all animals. A typical day spent at these two places I observed customers are interested in learning further about their precious pets. PetSmart is focused mainly on product sales than the grooming industry. Where Petco provides a friendly atmosphere, however there is a large number of employee turnover.
This paper presents an overview of Kmart retail supply chain in New Zealand. Various IT systems and software used by Kmart are presented in this paper. The new IT systems and business applications are also proposed. In retail sector, IT is involved at every point right from supply chain management to POS terminals for transaction processing. Efficient use of technology and IT systems can bring innovation.
= External Supply chain process Working with suppliers Tesla has around 350 suppliers providing them 3,500 car parts from all over the globe. Consequently, they make sure that they work with the best suppliers. To retain the quality and reputation of the brand.
Q. 2. Recent development in Technology has enabled huge global organizations to avail information easily in their premises for smooth functioning of various departments within an organization. Much of a company's success comes down to its Supply Chain Management and logistics. The development of Information Systems in SCM helps in cost reductions, customer satisfaction and productivity.
In the early 2000s, The Boeing Company faced many challenges with increasing competition in the commercial aircraft market. To remain competitive, they began the development of their 787 Dreamliner aircraft using an unconventional approach in terms of supply chain management. The historical approach that Boeing used on previous aircraft designs required Boeing to procure raw materials and subassemblies from several different suppliers and manufacture the final assembly in house. Dreamliner sought out to be the first of Boeing 's kind to outsource 70 percent of its major subassemblies under a Partnering for Success initive (5) , leaving Boeing to assemble the final assembly performed in-house. Build airplanes the same way the automobile industry
The Value Chain 4 4. Operations Strategy Implications (Store level) 5 5. Inventory Management and Demand Forecasting 9 6. Supply Chain Management 9 7. Quality Management 11 8.
They serve as marketing mediators ensuring that the right distributor has been chosen, availability of the product in the market etc. e) Customers – Customers are the end users of the products supplied by the distributor. The below diagram represents a customary supply chain process; Supply chain in Pizza Hut is very dynamic and plays a vital role in achieving organizational goals and maintaining brand image. The organizational objective of Pizza Hut is to be the unbeatable market leader by providing relentless innovation, commitment to quality, dedication to customer service and value across the globe.
Brand described as a network of facilities and distribution options. The researchers argue the supply chain include different functional areas such as inbound and outbound transportation vegetables, chicken and meat, warehousing, inventory control, suppliers foods, supply management forecasting, production planning, order processing and customer services (Dwivedi, Dwivedi and Tewari, 2014). Supply chain management consists of managing the production network from raw material supplier to final customer. Regardless of any doubt, any industry faces a range of challenges in the supply
The best companies in the world are discovering a powerful new source of competitive advantage. It's called supply chain management and includes all onboard activities that bring products to market and satisfied customers. The Supply Chain Management program covers topics from manufacturing operations, transportation, purchasing and physical distribution for a single program. Coordinated the successful management of the supply chain and all these activities integrated in a continuous process.