Driving Value Through Supply Chain Management

The global manufacturing shift to low-cost countries has changed the traditional configurations of supply chains and stimulated demand for associated services. Accompanying this change is the rise of the service economy as trade in goods and in services is increasingly intertwined. In addition, the increasingly complex landscape of global logistics and distribution has further enhanced the need for strategic collaborations and information sharing between supply chain partners. Today, multinational companies are paying significant attention to supply chain management. As a provider of producer services, the Chinese third-party supply chain service industry plays a crucial role in the restructuring of the manufacturing industry as well as the development of the service economy. In Driving Value Through Supply Chain Management, the author illustrates the importance of efficient supply chain management and its implications for businesses today by drawing on various case studies, including the experiences of The Fung Group and other prominent third-party supply chain providers.