The supply chain is a highly complex area. As a result, it can be a source of great efficiency and cost-savings gains. Companies are realizing that more than ever, supply chain excellence drives competitive advantage, customer relationships and shareholder value. The business case for better supply chain management mandates a deep examination of myriad sources of potential benefits, including
. Improved SCM staff and task productivity " (Which simply is automate various SCM tasks " from plan-to-produce, source-to-settle and order-to-cash processes " and improve business processes, leading to increased productivity benefits). Typical productivity improvements include savings in sourcing, supplier management, production planning and analysis, production management, production staff, change order processing and management, quality control and analysis, sales order entry and processing, promotions management, fulfillment, and transportation and logistics
