SOA Blueprint for Supply Chain Visibility

Organizations often struggle to develop effective supply chains as global sourcing and customer demand continue to increase. This situation is further complicated by capacity constraints and fragmented data. This ultimately leads to excess inventory, longer cycle times and deteriorated customer service on the part of the organization, limiting the potential for sustainable growth.

This white paper details the ability of an SOA to effectively drive business agility, supplier collaboration and demand-driven replenishment for improved supply chain visibility. Read this white paper to discover how an SOA allows supply chain managers to transform the business model, enabling demand-driven synchronization of supply chain planning and execution activities in collaboration with suppliers, service providers and partners. Learn the importance of flexible responsiveness and data management at every point along the supply chain for a more efficient value chain model.