Step 3 Structure the Effort

From this information, the SCWG should recommend a program structure to the CEO steering committee. The structure should include the following  

Master plan for program. The plan would govern the overall effort. 

It would include schedules, priorities, financial flows, and a vision for successful completion. 

Plan for spheres. This would include definition of the spheres and design team assignments based on the challenges of making changes in each one. 

Design Team charters. The charters should include the goals and objectives, resources, schedules, and issues that should be addressed. 

There are many ways to use partnerships to improve supply chain performance. Examples include  

Illustrations of these and other examples appear in the chapters on cost reduction in the supply chain and the case studies in Part IV. Regardless of the solution, the steps listed in this chapter section will improve the chances for success. 

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