SCM
SCM
Supply Management
Is a strategic approach to:
Planning for and acquiring the
organizations current.
Future needs through effectively
managing the supply base.
Utilizing a process orientation in
conjunction with cross-functional teams
to achieve the organizational mission.
SM Managerial Perspective
Various views exist suggesting that
Supply Management should be taken
up as a:
Strategic Responsibility
Broader concept
Process approach
Cross functional
Purchasing Process
This is the process used to:
Identify user requirements.
Evaluate the need effectively and
efficiently.
Identify suppliers.
Ensure payment occurs promptly.
Ascertain that the need was effectively
met.
Drive continuous improvement.