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Supply chain management for bulk materials in the coal industry

D. Osborne,     Xstrata Technology, Australia

G. Smith,     SolveIT Software Pty Ltd, Australia

B. Mann,     iSAM AG and iSAM Asia Pacific Pty Ltd, Australia

Abstract:

Supply chain management, a widely adopted methodology, embraces the concept of a ‘whole-of-supply-chain’ approach by considering the impacts of the various connected components of a raw material supply chain extending from run-of-mine to the ultimate user. It includes all fundamental concepts and deals with product development, information management and finance flow-streams in the movement of a bulk material from outset at a mine to the ultimate customer or user. Recognising that all supply chains are unique, ...

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