The success of the supply chain is not an accident; it requires the combined attention and efforts of all departments throughout the company as well as external suppliers and service providers. Logistics touches every aspect of the company, so supply chain management must be multidimensional in its approach and scope. It's about processes, people and technology. Whether you're a wholesaler, retailer, or manufacturer, you need to address all three of these priorities. Likewise, if your company is implementing a lean manufacturing strategy, you need to shift to agile, flexible and collaborative manufacturing, and of course deal with these three priorities.