Distributed supply chain in a global environment. Issue 4 (4th October 2010)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Shamsuzzoha, A.H.M.; Helo, Petri T.
• Is Part Of: International journal of logistics systems and management. Volume 7:Issue 4(2010)
• Page Start: 393
• Page End: 411
• Publication Date: 2010-10-04
• Subjects: distributed supply chains -- decentralised business environment -- mass customisation -- inventory management -- ASDN -- agile supply and demand networks -- outsourcing -- globalisation -- supply chain management -- SCM -- supply chain communications -- automotive engines -- car engine assembly -- automobile industry -- automotive assembly; Business logistics -- Periodicals; 658.5005
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1742-7967

Abstract

A localised production system is no longer a competitive advantage in today's globalised economy. Instead, production systems are becoming decentralised increasingly due to several benefits. This decentralised production strategy influences firms to establish more and more coordination among various suppliers globally. A better communication infrastructure is required to control these huge supply networks effectively and efficiently. In this paper, we have demonstrated how different distributed supply chain networks can be managed appropriately by using software named ASDN. A hypothetical car engine assembly factory within Europe was considered for demonstration, where engine components were outsourced through different suppliers within Europe.