Supply Chain Technology and Systems

The key to an effective supply chain are its people and processes, but technology and systems are often the glue that keeps everything together. Even since its inception, technology and systems have been critical to supply chain strategy; given the complexity and fast paced nature, it can be a key determinant of a company’s success or failure. Because technology is so rapidly changing, it is critical to understand how to develop a successful plan to enhance the overall supply chain strategy. In this course, we will not focus on a specific technology or system, but rather the fundamental concepts and how it intersects to people and processes. Specific technologies will be addressed, such as ERP, WMS, and TMS systems. As well, the course will focus on how a company’s strategy and business requirements should be developed into process flows, and a technology/system strategy. The course will also address how companies make technology and system solutions, as well as special topics related to supply chain strategy.