Great relationships with your suppliers and a strong supply chain aren’t all that’s needed. There are three core principles that can align to make your business run smoothly: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) [tooltip]Customer Relationship Management (CRM)[/tooltip] [tooltip]Employee Relationship Management (ERM)[/tooltip] These three cores feed into each other:  Successful supplier relationship management can make it easier for you to source products for your customers.  Great supply and helpful employees attract customers.   A strong inventory and loyal customers will retain employees in your business.  Combining all three can create a complete business workflow encompassing everything. It allows you to plan for the future of your business without sacrificing any of the elements that make your business unique.