Key Drivers of Supply Chain Performance

The major drivers of supply chain performance consist of three logistical drivers and three cross-functional drivers.

Logistical Drivers

  • Facilities
  • Inventory
  • Transportation

Cross-Functional Drivers

  • Information
  • Sourcing
  • Pricing

A company’s supply chain achieves the balance between responsiveness and efficiency that best meets the needs of the company’s competitive strategy.

Facilities

Facilities are the actual physical locations in the supply chain network where products are stored, assembled, or fabricated.

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