Over the past years, Supply Chains (SC) and Supply Chain Management (SCM) have been noted to play a crucial role in corporate efficiency, not to mention that they have immensely attracted the attention of several scholars. Due to the cropping up of liberalization as well as the globalization of the international trade, the production factors involved in sourcing and consumer products from destinations across the globe have enhanced the interdependence between the producers and wholesalers on the global supply chains.
Accordingly, the literature behind supply chain management has offered a number of variations on the same theme in supply chain definition. In simple terms, supply chain management can be defined as a system of suppliers, retailers, customers, distributors and even manufacturers, whereby the products flow downstream from the suppliers to the consumers while information flows in both directions. On the other hand, a supply chain can be defined as a network of facilities as well as distribution options that operate to procure materials and transform these materials into intermediate and finished products, alongside distributing these finished products to consumers. Evidently, supply chains exist in the service and even manufacturing enterprises, even though the chain’s complexity may greatly vary from firm to firm and industry to industry.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Annotated Bibliography
- Introduction
- Characteristics of Supply Chain Management
- Annotated Bibliography Review
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This annotated bibliography review aims to explore the characteristics of supply chain management (SCM) by examining various influential resources within the field. The review analyzes different perspectives on SCM definitions, characteristics, and best practices.
- Defining Supply Chain Management
- Key Characteristics of Effective SCM
- Strategic Approaches to Supply Chain Management
- The Role of Technology in SCM
- Impact of SCM on Business Performance
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Annotated Bibliography: This section provides a detailed review of several key books on supply chain management. Each book is summarized, highlighting its main arguments, examples, and contribution to the overall understanding of SCM. The selected texts range from introductory overviews to specialized discussions of topics like category management and strategic supply chain design. The reviews emphasize the practical implications and theoretical underpinnings presented in each work, showing how they contribute to the broader field. The diversity of perspectives offered helps to illustrate the complexity and multifaceted nature of successful supply chain management.
Introduction: This section introduces the topic of supply chain management (SCM) and its increasing importance in the globalized business environment. It establishes the context for the subsequent annotated bibliography by highlighting the significance of SCM in enhancing corporate efficiency and competitiveness. The introduction emphasizes the evolution of SCM, influenced by factors like globalization and technological advancements. The growing interdependence between producers, wholesalers, and consumers within global supply chains is noted, highlighting the complexities and challenges of effectively managing these intricate networks.
Characteristics of Supply Chain Management: This chapter delves into the core attributes that differentiate SCM approaches from traditional channel relationships. The discussion centers on key features such as inventory management strategies, information sharing and monitoring, levels of coordination, alignment of corporate philosophies, and the distribution of risks and rewards among stakeholders. The role of technology in shaping these characteristics is also explored. The analysis contrasts these features with those found in more independent relationships, highlighting the unique aspects of SCM in today's interconnected business world. This chapter lays the groundwork for understanding the principles discussed in the subsequent annotated bibliography review.
Annotated Bibliography Review: This section provides in-depth reviews of several influential books on supply chain management, examining their core arguments, methodologies, and contributions to the field. Each review highlights the book's strengths and limitations in relation to the overarching themes of the document, presenting a critical analysis of the selected literature. The review helps to synthesize the various perspectives and approaches to supply chain management present in the academic literature. The analysis is thorough and emphasizes both the practical applications and theoretical underpinnings of each work.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Inventory Management, Global Supply Chains, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Category Management, Competitive Advantage, Business Performance, Technology, Risk Management.
Frequently Asked Questions: Annotated Bibliography Review of Supply Chain Management
What is the purpose of this annotated bibliography review?
This review explores the characteristics of supply chain management (SCM) by examining influential resources in the field. It analyzes different perspectives on SCM definitions, characteristics, and best practices.
What are the key themes covered in this review?
Key themes include defining supply chain management, key characteristics of effective SCM, strategic approaches to supply chain management, the role of technology in SCM, and the impact of SCM on business performance.
What topics are covered in each chapter?
The Annotated Bibliography section provides detailed reviews of key books on supply chain management, highlighting their main arguments and contributions. The Introduction establishes the context of SCM and its importance in the global business environment. The Characteristics of Supply Chain Management chapter delves into the core attributes of SCM, contrasting them with traditional channel relationships. Finally, the Annotated Bibliography Review provides in-depth analyses of the selected books, examining their core arguments and contributions to the field.
What types of resources are reviewed in the annotated bibliography?
The annotated bibliography reviews several key books on supply chain management. These texts range from introductory overviews to specialized discussions on topics like category management and strategic supply chain design. The reviews emphasize both practical implications and theoretical underpinnings.
What is the overall approach to analyzing the selected literature?
The review synthesizes various perspectives and approaches to supply chain management from the academic literature. Each review highlights the book's strengths and limitations, presenting a critical analysis that emphasizes both practical applications and theoretical underpinnings.
What are the key characteristics of supply chain management discussed in the review?
Key characteristics discussed include inventory management strategies, information sharing and monitoring, levels of coordination, alignment of corporate philosophies, and the distribution of risks and rewards among stakeholders. The role of technology in shaping these characteristics is also explored.
How does this review contribute to understanding supply chain management?
By examining diverse perspectives and critically analyzing key literature, this review provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and multifaceted nature of successful supply chain management, highlighting both theoretical underpinnings and practical applications.
What keywords are associated with this review?
Keywords include Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Inventory Management, Global Supply Chains, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Category Management, Competitive Advantage, Business Performance, Technology, and Risk Management.
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- Mutinda Jackson (Author), 2018, The Characteristics of Supply Chain Management. An Annotated Bibliography Review, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/429018
