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What is a supply chain?
Learn basic principles and concepts regarding supply chains in this video from the University of Twente.
In this animation our lead educator Jos van Hillegersberg explains the basic concepts of a supply chain. We also show how product structure and supply chain are related. Make or buy decisions depend on several factors and determine the shape of a supply chain.
Make to stock, assemble to order and make to order are different supply chain strategies that can be used depending on the type of product and market demand.
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Supply Chain Innovation: How Technology Can Create a Sustainable Future
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