Industrial Management

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Author: search.filters.author.Rupasinghe, ThashikaEnd date: 2019

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    The Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model: A Systematic Review of Literature from the Apparel Industry
    (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, 2015) Thilakarathna, R.H.; Dharmawardana, M.N.; Rupasinghe, Thashika
    Present day supply chains are inherently complex and involve multiple companies working simultaneously within a single function and rivalry is such that it’s a competition not between companies but between supply chains. This ever growing complexity and increased involvement of multiple stakeholders in the supply chain pointed out the need for a universal framework for measuring performance and benchmarking, thus resulting in the Supply Chain Operations Reference Model (SCOR). Globally significance of SCOR for benchmarking, performance measuring and business process re-engineering had been recognized long time back. In previous literature there are many instances where SCOR model had been useful in facing challenges such as constantly decreasing product life cycle and pressure to reduce time to market. In defining the scope of the study basically two dimensions of SCOR was considered: processes and performance attributes adapted from SCOR.A thorough systematic review of existing literature specifically focusing on the application of SCOR model for the apparel industry is being conducted. This study is based on the theoretical gap in the application of SCOR model in relation to apparel industry. Application aspect of SCOR model for improved performance of the apparel supply chain will be presented along further recommendations for local apparel industry for improved benchmarking and competitiveness. This study could be used as a guidance to determine the applicability of SCOR model to other industries as well considering the characteristics of the specific industry.
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    A Strategic Analysis of the use of Third Party Logistics Providers (3PLs) in Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Industry: A Systematic Review of Literature
    (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, 2015) Heiyantuduwa, M.; Wannisingha, W.M.N.N.; Rupasinghe, Thashika
    This topic is of strategic importance where Sri Lanka is moving into a manufacturing economy. In getting there it is vital to find the applicability of using experts in logistics that is called the Third Party Logistics (3PL). 3PLs can be generally defined as outsourcing a firm’s logistics functions to one or more specialist firms which are known as 3PL providers. Over the past few decades, the consumer goods industry has experienced a shift in supply chain strategy from the push approach directed by manufacturers and suppliers to pull approach driven by retailers. Also, there is an increasing emphasis on services, reduced inventory levels and cost of logistics. Because of this increasingly demanding environment in managing consumer goods companies, they are progressively seeking assistance from 3PLs, 4PLs, and LLPs. Outsourcing the logistics functions lets the user focus on their core competencies, while experts take care of the logistics functions, giving the benefits of increased flexibility, reduced costs and improved services. Consequently, identifying potential enhancements in strategic use of 3PLs by the FMCG companies is increasingly being a focus point in current research. Having the objectives of providing a collective picture of current state of knowledge in this context and setting up a path for future research, this study is based on a comprehensive, systematic review of literature published in relation to the strategic use of 3PLs in FMCG industry. The scrutiny identifies several knowledge gaps where strategic use of 3PLs in the industry could be optimized, and develops propositions for future research.
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    A Real Time Production Tracking and a Decision Support System (PTDSS): A Case Study from an Apparel Company
    (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, 2015) Cooray, P.L.N.U.; Rupasinghe, Thashika
    The production process is vital in any manufacturing environment. Thus, the time taken for the production process needs to be planned, monitored and controlled. This study describes the process of developing and implementing a real time production tracking and a decision Support System for a leading apparel company (PTDSS), specifically for tracking the job cards of a production sample room. In this paper the authors present the methodology used for production planning, process tracking, and the analytical tool pack designed and developed as part of the decision support system. The detailed of the system design and development with the technologies used with respect to the implementation will be elaborated in the subsequent sections. The PTDSS uses barcode tracking technology to trace and monitor the production process along with a mobile application developed on Android platform. The key findings of this research include novel approach in selecting the wide variety of technologies used to plan, track, and control the production process of a sample room and the decision supper nature embedded by providing Visual Basic for Application (VBA) based analytical dashboard. The PTDSS has successfully passed the trials at the actual go-live and has enhanced the visibility of the sample production process and reduced the time taken for the sample production process to complete. Finally, the article discusses the possible future expansions to the PTDSS itself and research direction in the production and tracking systems for apparel industry as a whole.