Regardless of sector or industry, supply chain integration can only be
achieved through greater collaboration and coordination of functions
across supply chains. This means partnerships, alliances and networks
that are created within and between organizations. Traditional functions
can no longer be viewed in isolation or ‘silos’ independent from the
workings of other parts of their own and other businesses. Cross-functional teamwork and inter-organizational co-operation will therefore
hold the key to future developments in supply chain management.
can no longer be viewed in isolation or ‘silos’ independent from the
workings of other parts of their own and other businesses. Cross-functional teamwork and inter-organizational co-operation will therefore
hold the key to future developments in supply chain management.