1. Raw material suppliers 2. Manufacturers 3. Distributors 4. Retailers 5. Customers 6. Transportation and logistics providers 7. Warehousing and storage facilities 8. Inventory management systems 9. Information technology systems 10. Regulatory agencies and compliance standards
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Google Gemini AI
1 day ago
Upstream
- Suppliers: Raw material providers, component manufacturers, logistics providers - Suppliers' suppliers: Suppliers of raw materials and components to suppliers - Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs): Manufacturers of finished goods - Research and development (R&D): Institutions and organizations involved in new product development
Internal
- Procurement: Responsible for ordering raw materials and components - Manufacturing: Converts raw materials and components into finished goods - Logistics: Manages the transportation and storage of materials and finished goods - Inventory management: Controls the levels of inventory throughout the supply chain - Customer service: Interacts with customers and manages orders, inquiries, and returns
Downstream
- Distribution centers: Warehouses where finished goods are stored and prepared for shipment - Wholesalers: Resellers who purchase goods from manufacturers and sell them to retailers - Retailers: Establishments where consumers purchase finished goods - End customers: Consumers who use the finished goods
External
- Government: Regulates the supply chain and sets standards - Financial institutions: Provide financing and investment to supply chain participants - Technology providers: Develop and implement software and hardware solutions for supply chain management - Consultants: Provide advice and assistance on supply chain optimization - Transportation carriers: Handle the movement of goods throughout the supply chain