Table 7

Summary of the comparative results

Integration enablersCompany
ABCD
1. ISsx   
2. Communication and meetingsxxxx
3. Standardization of tasks and clear definition of responsibilitiesx   
4. Size of the companyx   
5. Organizational culture x  
6. Positions with integrating function xxx
7. Organizational structure  xx
8. Top management support  x 
9. S&OP process  x 
10. Strategic fit/alignment of functional metrics   x
Organizational integrationMediumHigh*/Low**HighHigh
Technical integrationMedium lowMediumHighHigh
Uncertainty (demand)N.A.HighHighHigh
Uncertainty (suppliers)LowLowLowLow
Uncertainty (competitors)LowLowLowLow
Uncertainty (technology)LowLowLowMedium
Uncertainty (variety/ customization)HighlowVery highLow
Uncertainty (accelerated growth)HighLowHighLow
IQ (forecasts)N.A.LowMedium highMedium high
Planning performance (rescheduling frequency)N.I.Biweekly to weeklyDailyWeekly to daily
Planning performance (causes of rescheduling)1. Internal supply1. Demand variability/ forecast accuracy
2. External supply
1. Demand variability/ forecast accuracy
2. Communication
1. Demand variability/ forecast accuracy
2. Internal supply
Performance metrics (PPC)OTIF (service level)N.I.Inventory level and service levelInventory level and cost
Business performance (competitive priorities)Delivery (speed and dependability)QualityCost and dependabilityNo prioritization
Performance: Actual × goalGoal achieved (95% OTIF)AchievedGoals achieved (95%)Goals achieved

Note(s): *high integration in the PPC–manufacturing interface; **low integration in the PPC–sales/marketing interface; N.A.: not applied and N.I.: not informed

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