Sunday, January 31, 2010

Supply Chain Consulting in Europe

Despite the ongoing crisis, Europe remains one of the richest and most developed areas on this globe. In order to sustain at short to mid term, many companies are looking to pull costs out of their organization in more creative ways then just reducing their headcount.


So, Supply Chain Consulting has strong opportunities on this continent.

Companies active in this “ball game” might be quite successful but only if they are able to demonstrate positive stories in anticipation of potential projects.

Without testimonials and credibility you are nowhere!

The impact of these “smart people” should not only remain restricted to facing the “external world” (called vendors) but they need to work intensively “on the inside” too.

The mix of straight cost-reductions with process improvement capability is a very strong weapon.

Just some fundamental things to keep in mind when evaluating Supply Chain Consulting specialists:

  • Thorough knowledge of cost-reduction methodologies is key
  • Process capability across the board is essential
  • The art of communication is more then just an enabler
  • Implementation possibility going from A to B
  • Consider Change management as a true science
  • Show “flexibility”, one of the “golden words” of the 21st century
  • The ability to use content in the right context of the customer
  • More then only PowerPoint specialist but real professionals.

Now it is the time to find and select the right tree. Take your time and ask a lot of precise questions ….. The golden boys and girls do exist!

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