Process Facilitation in Supply Chain Information Integration

Process Facilitation in Supply Chain Information Integration

Examining information parameters that influence supply chain effectiveness.

Enhance supply chain efficiency and collaboration with our Process Facilitation in Supply Chain Information Integration Online Course. Learn to coordinate data flows, align stakeholders, and implement systems that support seamless information sharing across the supply chain.

This course focuses on facilitating effective processes within supply chain information systems. You’ll gain skills in integrating logistics, procurement, inventory, and customer data using digital tools and collaborative strategies. Learn to break down silos, reduce delays, and promote visibility and accuracy in the entire supply chain network.

What is Supply Chain Information Integration?
Supply chain information integration is the coordination and sharing of relevant data among supply chain partners to improve responsiveness, reduce costs, and increase transparency. It includes aligning platforms, formats, and communication standards to ensure smooth operations.

Why Take This Course?
By mastering information integration facilitation, you can improve decision-making, drive innovation, and reduce inefficiencies. This course prepares you to lead transformation efforts that connect data, people, and systems across the supply chain.

Course Content

  • The need for integrated supply chain information is determined and evaluated to indicate its positive and negative effects on integrated supply chain information systems
  • Fundamental information parameters are determined to measure their impact on the effectiveness of the supply chain
  • The supply chain processes are articulated indicating the information requirements that are needed for success in each of the process elements
  • An impact analysis of customised demand information sharing on supply chain performance is conducted
  • Stakeholders that should be part of a decision making process regarding the selection of supply chain information systems are identified
  • The capabilities and capacities of available information systems are identified and evaluated to determine best approaches and associated risks 
  • A decision is made on the best solutions taking into account the risks identified to inform planning and managing processes
  • An integrated proposal is presented for approval in accordance with organisational procedure
 
  • Criteria for effective information systems are generated in accordance with needs and stakeholder requirements 
  • The effectiveness of the supply chain information systems is measured in accordance with the agreed criteria
  • Processes to improve the integration of information systems are determined and implemented in accordance with the agreed criteria
  • Improvements are indicated on the supply chain flow chart to reflect where opportunities are for the integration of information
  • An information system map is produced to reflect the areas where required information is not available or in the incorrect format
  • Improvements to the system or to the use of the system are recommended in accordance with the findings of the analysis
  • Non-accredited: Short course only  
  • Duration: 1h 25m
  • Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
  • Access Period: 12 Months 
SpecCon Short Course
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