The Impact of Database Software on EMS Supply Chains: Deriving Global Efficiency From Supply Chain Compression

摘要

The benefits of a detailed component database to an EMS company are many. Having instant access to this type of information allows an EMS company to act on both global and local levels-Global, by aggregating demand from multiple locations for both the pricing and logistics benefits. Local, by supplying our customers with quality products and personal service at the best possible prices with the shortest possible delivery dates. Alternatives for hard to find, obsolete and long lead time components keep production lines and end products flowing at optimal rates, even during times of high market demand. It is easy to say your supply chain is optimized when times are good and sources are readily flowing, it's when times are tough that a company's supply chain is really put to the test.