Supply Chain

Information systems in SC Integration & Management
Submitted by:Sanchita Baidya 09609010 Ankita Goel 09609089 Bharti Batra 09609121
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Agendum
Introduction Role of IT in SCM Review of literature Application of IT in SCM Conclusions

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Introduction
SCM is de¿ned as the Integration of key BP from end user through original suppliers that provides products, services, & information and hence add value for customers and other stakeholders. SCM is based on the integration of all activities that add value to customers starting from product design to delivery.

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IT in SCM
To overcome the ever-increasing complexity of the systems driving buyer±supplier relationships. SCM emphasizes the overall and long-term bene¿t of all parties on the chain through cooperation and information sharing. To reduce uncertainty and enhance shipment performance of suppliers.

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Classi¿cation of the literature on IT in SCM
Five major broad categories focusing on developing an IT-enabled SCM are:(a) Strategic planning for IT in SCM (b) Virtual enterprise and SCM (c) E-commerce and SCM (d) Infrastructure for IT in SCM (e) Knowledge and IT management in SCM (f) Implementation of IT in SCM

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(a) Strategic planning for IT in SCM
Developing long-term plans and changes to their organization and in turn to improve their competitiveness. Organizational restructuring may be required if a company decides to go for an enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems Manufacturing IS strategic role includes minimizing manufacturing's negative potential, achieve parity with competitors, provide credible support to the business strategy and...