Supplier Relationship Management
Definition:
"Supplier Relationship Management is a combination of technology and best practices that provides the information that enterprises need to purchase essential products and services in ways that enhance profitability." This represents an extension and broadening of the concept of supply chain management.
Advantages to using the Internet in SRM:
Functions included in SRM:
Possible Impacts on Profitability:
Improve revenue
- Reduced customer delivery cycle times
- Improved quality
- Increased margins & market competitiveness
Reduce cost
- Eliminate non-value added layers & processes
- Leverage contracts and discounts
- Streamline payment processes
Improve efficiency
- Reduce administrative time
- Standardize processes
- Compress procurement cycles
Increase visibility
- Track and utilize quality resources
- Monitor supplier effectiveness
- Leverage historical information
Source: Deliver Profits From Supplier Relationships. AMR Research, PeopleSoft, Internet World. October, 2002.
- R. S. Kulzick - 10/12/2002 -