Recent Research Study Shows Importance of Multi-Enterprise Supply Chain Visibility and Collaboration

Aberdeen research report discusses ways to manage multi-enterprise, demand-supply networks in order to increase responsiveness and agility
Acsis ~ September 15, 2009,
MARLTON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acsis, Inc., a leader in track and trace solutions for supply chain safety, security and efficiency, today announced its sponsorship of the research report, “Multi-Enterprise Manufacturing: The Role of Visibility and Collaboration in Driving Responsiveness.” The research study, conducted by Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks Company (NYSE: HHS - News), reveals that due to an increase in the outsourcing of supply chain processes and solutions, organizations are losing visibility at a time when agility and responsiveness are a must for the customer-driven supply chain.
“Manufacturing and demand-supply networks are continuing to grow in complexity. Because of this complexity, it has become difficult for companies to stay informed and in control of every stage of the supply chain lifecycle,” said Viktoriya Sadlovska, analyst and co-author of the report. “At the same time, these organizations are working to move towards a more customer-driven supply chain. Therefore it is critical for companies to better align their outsourcing and customer-service efforts to attain agility and enable better responsiveness to minimize supply chain risk.”
Key findings from survey respondents indicate that:
The top strategic focus for 2009 was on customer-related processes
When combating the multi-enterprise visibility challenge, respondents are more likely to focus on collaborative approaches
Effective information management is absolutely key for success in today’s complex demand-supply networks
Having granular visibility that extends both upstream and downstream the supply chain allows companies to achieve operational excellence
According to report authors, visibility plays a big role in day-to-day routine supply chain management tasks, historic supply chain performance analysis and long-term planning. Additionally, a centralized supply chain organization, with globally defined strategy has both global and regional centers of excellence, and is an important organizational element for managing today’s networks with a high degree of process outsourcing. Best-in-class companies have repeatedly shown to have adopted this capability.
“The Aberdeen report is an affirmation of the importance of visibility and agility within the supply chain,” said Andre Pino, chief marketing officer, Acsis, Inc. “As companies outsource more and more of their supply demand-networks, they lose the visibility and control that they once had when the operations were within their four walls. “However, new automated data collection and collaboration technologies can provide visibility and restore the management control over their demand-supply networks and minimize disruptions and operational errors, he said.”
To obtain a complimentary copy of this report, visit: http://www.aberdeen.com/link/sponsor.asp?cid=5788. For more information on Acsis, visit www.acsisinc.com or call (856) 673-3000.
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About Acsis
Acsis, Inc. is a global provider of track & trace solutions for supply chain safety, security and efficiency. Our enterprise-class software automates data collection, streamlines manufacturing and distribution processes and provides real-time access to supply chain information. With implementations in 28 countries, our solutions are used by the leading manufacturers and distributors in pharmaceuticals, chemicals and consumer products to safeguard the general public, protect their brands, reduce risks and increase efficiency and profitability. Acsis is an SAP Software Partner, Services Partner, SAP Technology Partner and charter member of SAP’s Enterprise Services Community. Acsis also maintains partnerships with key technology and services providers.
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