Supply chain strategic business unit

Level 1 Supply Chain Level 2 Strategic Business Unit Level 3 Individual... 

What level is the project — function/department, company or strategic business unit (SBU), or supply chain ... 

In Figure 5.4 we described the types of supply chain projects an organization might undertake. The six types included strategic and nonstrategic projects at the function (or department), the business unit, and the supply chain (multicompany) levels. 

In Section 15.2.2 we suggest that a steering eommittee guide the destiny of each project. The senior member should represent the appropriate organizational level. In strategic projects at the business unit and supply chain levels, that should be the business unit chief executive. 

Strategic Strategic projects at the supply chain, business unit, or functional levels Identified in strategy, or Develops strategic capability... 

The discussion of functional participation in Chapters 13 and 14 raised the issue of sponsorship for supply chain improvement projects. The individual sponsor appointment will depend on the nature of the project, the scope, and the motivation (strategic, catch-up, or financial). Needless to say, the sponsor should have a personal stake in project success. For development of the supply chain strategy, it is often the business unit CEO or managing director who is the sponsor. 

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