Through the use of SUP, companies are able to increase profitability. This is a result of improvements in the areas of procurement, distribution, operations management, communication, and the capture and use of information. Increasingly, technology is used to create these improvements.
Electronic commerce is one example of the use of technology in the supply chain management process.
Provide an uninterrupted flow of materials, supplies, and services required to operate the organization. Manage inventory levels. Maintain quality control. Develop solutions regarding capacity and production planning, resource allocation and facility location. Integrate technology into the supply chain to improve profitability, for example utilizing e-business.