For most supply chains, cost reduction is imperative to long-term survival. Yet identifying the costs that can be eliminatedaand then doing so effectivelyacan prove impossible without the right method. This book introduces the same process the author has used to save companies like IBM, Kodak, and DuPont billions of dollars, simply by harnessing the knowledge of suppliers. Using real-life case studies and examples, the book takes readers step-by-step through the process, showing them how to move beyond negotiation and: ac identify critical costs in the supply chain ac measure secondary and tertiary costs ac develop strategic options ac reduce, change, or eliminate activities that produce costs ac implement an action plan ac verify the plan with cost monitors ac continually improve and modify the process The book gives readers everything they need to implement this powerful system, and bring genuine and permanent savings to their company.An example of this process would be to take a look at your last auto repair bill. Notice how each department filled out a section showing exactly what parts were used on your car. Then the various labor hours for each operation were enteredanbsp;...
Title | : | Supply Chain Cost Management |
Author | : | Jimmy Anklesaria |
Publisher | : | AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn - 2008 |
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