Supply Chain Capabilities

About the Book

This book explains and covers, but is not limited to, the following:

• ROLES OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT.
• INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RISKS IN SUPPLY CHAIN.
• EFFICTIVE LOGISTICS STRATEGY.
• COMPETENTE BUSINESS STATEGIES AND ADVANTAGES.
• PROCUREMENT and MATERIALS MANAGEMENT.
• TRANSPORTATION AND WAREHOUSING OBJECTIVES.
• FORECASTING OF DEMAND.
• CONTROLLED AND PLANNED INVENTORY.
• SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN.
• E. BUSINESS AND E. COMMERCE.
• POWER OF COLLABORATION.
• ROLE OF SOFTWARE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.

It is a useful tool for those working in supply chain entities. It has been prepared to provide information and practical guidance in general terms on various aspects of customer service. This book is not a legal textbook but rather a practical guide for business professionals.

Author email; ahkamw@yahoo.com

About the Author

Ahkam Mohammed AL Taee holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Mosul University, Iraq (1971), and an M.Sc. in Machine Tool Technology from Birmingham University, UK (1975). Chartered Engineer, Iraqi Union of Engineers (1992) Professional Engineer, Board of Engineers Malaysia (1997) Professional Engineer, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), Canada (2007) Mr. AL Taee brings extensive experience from both the public and private sectors, spanning a wide range of industries including Oil & Gas and Utilities (power and water distribution). His expertise covers maintenance, construction, and design. With more than 16 years of experience in supply management across multiple countries, he has been actively involved in preparing tenders, reviewing expressions of interest, evaluating commercial bids, negotiating contract terms and conditions, developing subcontracting strategies, managing change orders and claims, resolving contractual disputes, and coordinating with subcontractors, clients, and regulatory authorities. He is also proficient in the use of contract management and implementation systems such as Maximo, and ERP Oracle.