2. Supply Chain Strategy: The Big Picture
“Leadership, by the best management thinking, requires a vision of what the future should be and the ability to influence others to achieve excellence. But is a passion for excellence enough? You have to have the passion, but you also need the system, the tools to achieve your vision. When asked what made him a better player than others with similar abilities, Wayne Gretzky replied that he skated to where the puck is going to be, not where it had been.”
—Anonymous
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
• Understand the strategic nature of supply chain thinking.
• Comprehend the differences among strategy, philosophy, and doctrine.
• Formulate the winning supply chain ...
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