Diagnosing greatness
Subtitle: ten traits of the best supply chains
By: by Charles C. Poirier, Francis J. Quinn, Morgan L. Swink.
Contributors: Quinn, Francis J., 1943-; Swink, Morgan, 1959-
Publisher: J. Ross Pub.
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781604270266
Subjects: Business logistics; Success in business
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Traits of the best supply chains : an overview; title: Hypotheses behind the supporting research; title: Supply chain success starts with a sound strategy supported by solid leadership; title: An intense focus on financial impact leads to significant results; title: Leaders are committed to innovation and process improvement; title: Close collaboration with selected partners expands the positive results; title: Superior strategic sourcing is a hallmark distinction; title: Excellence in logistics execution must be world class; title: Proficiency in planning and responsiveness is a necessary requirement; title: Risk management should not be an afterthought; title: High customer integration leads to satisfaction and secures the profits; title: Collaboration and technology lead to global optimization; title: Performance traits provide the roadmap for continuing success; title: Advice for moving forward.