Discussion: Supply Chain Strategic Management
Why is time important to competitive advantage? Identify and explain six key contributions that speed can make to logistics and supply chain strategy. Document your sources.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Required Resources
Text: Harrison, A.,van Hoek, R., & Skipworth, H. (2014). Logistics management and strategy: Competing through the supply chain (5th ed.).
• Chapter 5: Managing the lead-time frontier
• Chapter 7: Lean thinking and agile supply chains
Articles
Timely solution to communication problems. (2008, April). Industry Week/IW, 257(4), 63. (EBSCOHost Document ID: AN 31464008).
Wang, J. & Regan, A. (2008, Spring). Real-time trailer scheduling for crossdock operations. Transportation Journal, 47(2), 5-20. (ProQuest Document ID: 1602882641).
Villarreal, B., Garcia, D., & Rosas, I. (2009, Fall). Eliminating transportation waste in food distribution: A case study. Transportation Journal, 48(4), 72-77. (ProQuest Document ID: 1901981261).