Integrating Execution Is the Next Big Opportunity in Supply Chain

This IDC Perspective examines the appeal of a fully integrated supply chain and the degree to which integrating supply chain execution can convey substantial benefits to the business."The objective of an integrated approach to supply chain management should be to create a seamless alignment across supply chain execution processes and technology to optimize supply chain performance to help drive speed and consistency across the supply chain," says Simon Ellis, group VP for Supply Chain, IDC. "The ability to be responsive, nimble, or agile (pick your term) is among the most important supply chain capabilities in times of disruption."