E. N. Tan
Managing the global supply chain: A SME perspective1
Tan, E. N.; Smith, G.; Saad, M.
Abstract
This paper aims to highlight the underlying factors that contribute to the effective management of a global supply chain from the perspective of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Global competition has placed considerable pressure on SMEs to improve on cost and efficiency, to provide value-added services to meet market demand, leading to a need for them to re-examine their competitive strategies. Through a case study on a UK firm, GB Electronics Ltd (GBE), the 'key motives, 'enablers and 'inhibitors of supply chain management, particularly related to cultural differences, were investigated. A framework for effective collaboration was then established to provide an insight into possible ways of addressing these issues adequately within SMEs.
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Publication Date | Apr 1, 2006 |
Journal | Production Planning and Control |
Print ISSN | 0953-7287 |
Electronic ISSN | 1366-5871 |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 17 |
Issue | 3 |
Pages | 238-246 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1080/09537280500285417 |
Keywords | supply chain management, cultural differences, small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), case study |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/1045500 |
Publisher URL | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09537280500285417 |
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