Definitions of supply chain management many be classified into management philosophies, a set of activities to implement a management philosophy and as a set of management processes. The work of Cooper and Pugh is explained showing the integration and management of business processes across the supply chain. Four key enablers are identified for supply chain management to be successful. The key features have a coherent business strategy that aligns busines
units towards the same goal. There is an emphasis on supply chain software and the impact on success.