Supply chain operations consulting is focused in industries that are highly dependent on the management of physical flows of material and inventory from suppliers through internal operations, such as manufacturing or distribution to end customers or patients. These industries include industrial manufacturing, consumer products, retail, life sciences, high tech, natural resources, and oil and gas.
Examples of supply chain operations consulting projects include:
Business process improvement
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Process and operational training
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Functional improvements in areas, such as:
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Sourcing and procurement operations
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Distribution center design, layout and operations
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Transportation and fleet operations
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Factory layout and operations
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Postsale and aftermarket services
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Supply chain strategy, planning and operations consulting excludes project work specifically tied to software implementation within the client’s business. However, it may precede, follow or run concurrently with software deployments or outsourcing. Use this Market Guide when assessing which supply chain consultants provide supply chain strategy consulting, supply chain operations consulting or some combination of the two. Market Direction The supply chain strategy, planning and operations consulting market is approximately $176 billion, is estimated to grow 8% annually through 2028 and continues to evolve. Notable developments include:
Gartner, Inc. | G00806330
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