Introduction to Supply Chain Management

TLDR: The role of information systems and technology in supply chain management is discussed in this article, where a conceptual model of alliance development is presented to develop a trusting relationship with partners in the supply chain and resolve conflicts in a supply chain relationship.

Abstract: 1 Introduction to Supply Chain Management Information Systems and Supply Chain Management Inventory Management across the Supply Chain Supply Chain Relationships Challenges Facing Supply Chain Managers Purpose of the Book 2 The Role of Information Systems and Technology in Supply Chain Management Introduction The Importance of Information in an Integrated Supply Chain Management Environment Interorganizational Information Systems Information Requirements Determination for a Supply Chain IOIS Information and Technology Applications for Supply Chain Management Summary 3 Managing the Flow of Materials across the Supply Chain Introduction Understanding Supply Chains Reengineering Supply Chain Logistics The Importance of Time Performance Measurement Summary 4 Developing and Maintaining Supply Chain Relationships A Conceptual Model of Alliance Development Developing a Trusting Relationship With Partners in the Supply Chain Resolving Conflicts in a Supply Chain Relationship Summary 5 Cases in Supply Chain Management Case One Consumable Computer Supplies Case Two Computer Hardware and Software Case Three Upscale Men's Shoes Case Four Biochemicals Case Five Solectron 6 Future Challenges in Supply Chain Management Sharing Risks in Interorganizational Relationships Managing the Global Supply Chain The "Greening" of the Supply Chain Design for Supply Chain Management Intelligent Information Systems When Things Go Wrong Index