A supply chain contains multiple touchpoints with different organisations and individuals which can make total clarity and transparency difficult to manage at all stages. The current surge in globalisation has made visibility an absolute necessity to ensure smooth operations.
- Better Visibility = Mindful Choices
Higher visibility across all levels is one of the most important advantages of an end-to-end supply chain. Where traditional supply chains operate in silos, end-to-end supply chains inherently integrate a host of different functions.
This works to enhance the overall efficiency of the supply chain and also highlights how the one stage impacts the others down the chain. For example, a business looking to manage costs efficiently may choose to move to a different supplier for their raw materials. Suppose this new supplier is located at a considerable distance, which means the travel time for raw materials is higher before production starts. In such a case, the ‘supply management’ stage in the supply chain will have to be adjusted to factor in the increased travel time for the raw materials.
- Improved Communication and Customer Satisfaction
The transparency in the end-to-end supply chain also reduces the risk of miscommunication between businesses and consumers. A simple step like being able to track shipments can go a long way in increasing overall satisfaction and improve brand loyalty.
- Improved Business Strategy
Improved visibility of end-to-end supply chains means all four stages of a standard supply chain stand to benefit by improving overall planning and strategy. For example, better management of the sales and operations planning stage translates to increased efficiency of the marketing efforts. Easy access to data at multiple points of the business’ supply chain ensures operations have a high accuracy rate, less time spent and low profit loss from potential errors.
- Better Waste Minimisation
From a profit and sustainability standpoint, waste reduction is the need of the hour for businesses to operate optimally. With transparency optimised at every stage, it becomes easier for businesses to take stock of their inventory and strategy, potentially reducing the likelihood of overproduction and loss of profit.
- Enhanced Transparency Between Teams
One of the biggest advantages of end-to-end supply chains is that it encourages ethical practices. This type of supply chain management aims to deliver optimal sustainability and ethical practices. Ethical supply chain management is focused on three core areas; economic, environmental, and social responsibilities.
Consumers today tend to favour brands that are sustainable with their manufacturing, marketing and shipping. The transparency of end-to-end supply chains means consumers have access to more information about the production of some goods, which empowers them to make better, informed purchasing decisions.
At Jane Aerospace, our systems are designed to offer comprehensive supply chain management solutions. Our portfolio of services across multiple industries and stages of the supply chain mean optimal management of resources and turnaround times. To understand how we can help your business optimise, get in touch with us at +918884333757/+916366558217