A case of all systems go
13 September 2012
The newest IT solutions are said to integrate systems throughout the supply chain. But while they seem both vital and tempting, Elizabeth Bellamy urges caution
The massive boom in e-commerce means that purchasers are bombarded each month with news of trading exchange launches. Many large firms have been quick to get in on the act, including Ford, General Motors and DaimlerChrysler with their recently named Covisint marketplace.
The trend for online trading has led to a greater need for better integration of buyers’ and...