WSC 300 - Overview of Supply Chain Management

Course unit(s): 1
Supply chain management is a process based approach of providing value to the customer at a competitive price. Its focus extends beyond the traditional boundaries of the organization and is dedicated to efficiency and quality in all operations. Issues of risk and sustainability will be explored. Rigorous cost control employing lean techniques is a common tool. Successful management of the supply chain requires a robust information system(s). This course provides an overview of all the activities that comprise the supply chain and why they need to be looked at as a series of linked activities in a process