Topic > Supply Chain Management Case Study - 1420

The company ensures that the supplier has the capacity to import foreign materials in case of shortages in local regions. This can ensure the continuous process of construction and would not cause any obstacle to the project which could lead to an extension of the works, thus increasing the cost of the project. Furthermore, since it is a steel structure, the dependence on concrete is comparatively less and this can be used as an advantage against the insufficient availability of concrete. Supply Chain Integration Measures Mumin Consulting uses a number of measures to ensure effective integration between all parties in the supply chain. The company uses software such as SAP that provides real-time information to parties in the supply chain. The company will also hold regular review meetings to confirm the construction situation and help monitor progress. Using key performance indicators (KPIs) can also help you regularly monitor work efficiency. The company prioritizes KPIs such as: • Cost versus budget • Project progress against milestones • Number of incidents • Material utilization,