and update activities can be huge in a big and complex system such as telecommunications system and can be difficult to manually managed. This dynamic changing environment is what bring the needs to have a Software Configuration Management (SCM). Specifically‚ SCM is one of software engineering discipline‚ which consists of standard processes and techniques used by organization to manage
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Construction Industry which is characterized by an accelerating competition and globalization‚ Organizations are looking for innovative strategies that will achieve and sustain a competitive edge. The philosophy of strategic supply chain management (SCM) has been appraised as a means of beating and sustaining the market share in manufacturing Industry (Chan et al‚ 2003). Construction Industry is multidisciplinary and involves unique projects. Could this be the reason why Construction has not been performing
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“sustainable supply chain management” (sustainable SCM)‚ using purchasing and supply to reduce negative impacts on the environment‚ economy and society. There is often a gap between rhetoric and reality‚ with companies often accused of paying green lip service to sustainable SCM. This research aims to explore sustainable SCM issues in companies that have been recognized as leaders in their sectors‚ and investigate what factors influence sustainable SCM‚ and how practice might change in the future. Design/methodology/approach
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An Introduction to Strategic Cost Management (SCM) Vance Chan Associates www.vancechan.com Introduction to SCM ©1998 Vance Chan Associates. Not to be reproduced without permission. 1 The challenge Rising costs are everyone’s concern… Introduction to SCM ©1998 Vance Chan Associates. Not to be reproduced without permission. 2 The challenge In today’s economy‚ most companies must make fundamental changes to cost structure while trying to maintain growth Slower revenue
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Abstract: Supply chain Management has assumed a significant role in firm ’s performance and has attracted serious research attention over the last few years. A literature review reveals a considerable spurt in research in theory and practice of SCM. Combining and informing on features of Supply Management and distribution Management. This integration has resulted in the concept of extended enterprise and the supply chain is now manifest as the collaborative supply chain across intercompany
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computational elements for protection and control of their substation and transmission. The Substation Control and Monitoring System (SCMS) is a major part of advanced power system management. Better control and faster performance are achieved by performing local tasks in the substation. This system provides better protection of valuable substation equipment. The SCMS accommodate any existing intelligent electronic devices (IED) and fully integrate new technologies and equipment for control‚ protection
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Laudon and Laudon. While there is plenty of published literature that explains or espouses SCM‚ there is a dearth of empirical studies examining logistics and SCM practices. Galt and Dale (1991) study ten organizations in the UK and find that they are working to reduce their supplier base and to improve their communications with the suppliers. Fernie (1995) carries out an international comparison of SCM in the grocery retailing industry. He finds significant differences in inventory held in the
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globalization initiatives can be resolved. Consistency in the prioritization process of the enterprise’s IT projects and reduced costs will result from these actions. The implementation of the new IT project approval process led to the fact‚ that a SCM project with high importance to the global level of the organization did not get funding as it does not show significant value at VWoA level. Top-ranked NRG goals such as “build brand customer loyalty” or “improve vehicle value” are not addressed directly
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3PL Practices in India Dr. B.S. Sahay Professor of Operations Management Chairman‚ Centre for Supply Chain Management SCM Centre for Supply Chain Management Management Development Institute Gurgaon‚ India Agenda for the Session • • • • • • SCM Some Facts Business Challenges Why 3PL in India? 3PL Practices in India Conclusions and Recommendations What should be done? Financial Improvements Percent Improvement 13.5% 12.3% 9.2% 10.5% 10.0% 10.0% 15.0% Financial Indicator Improvement in Sales
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field of supply chain management. Keywords: Supply Chain Management‚ Logistics‚ Green SCM‚ functions of supply chain management‚ ISO 14001‚ SCM 2.0. I. Introduction A. Overview: Informs the reader about the topic of Supply Chain Management (SCM) which includes its definition‚ origins‚ and utilization in the structure of firms. 1. Definition of SCM. 2. History of SCM. 3. Horizontal structure of SCM. a. Relationships between components. B. Themes: Frames the discussion of the writing and
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