The key to successfully managing logistics comes from a well thought out strategy on how companies will reach the consumer base. Logistics & Inventory Management is a very critical supporting function on how these activities will be executed. Recent studies show that nearly 50% of businesses surveyed continue to see logistics as a nonstrategic business function, while the other 50% are investing in developing logistics as a competitive advantage.

At this moment, an organization somewhere in the world is struggling to support its customer’s demand requirements. The result from failing to meet customer demand requirements can lead to disruption in product supply, decline in sales, and harm to the company’s reputation.

This blog post is the continuation of our Identifying the Factors for Successfully Managing Supply Chain Risks - Factor 4 – Performance Metrics (Part 4 of 5) research post. Our recent study to better understand supply chain risks focused on the structure, implementation, and maintenance of a formal system for managing risks in the supply chain.

Successful collegiate football teams execute precise movements, split-second timing, and disciplined coordination – all under immense pressure. A company’s supply chain is similarity complex, requiring carefully timed coordination of its many moving pieces in alignment with the company’s business strategy, model, and competitive positioning.