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A recent KPMG International survey, “Global Manufacturing Outlook – Relationships, Risk and Reach” of 200 senior-level executives from North America, Western Europe and Asia-Pacific on supply chains dynamics as a result of prevailing economic uncertainty, shows that 66% feel cost is the leading consideration of their supply chain models, but 63% agreed that more attention should be paid to non-financial elements of the supply chain and 38% said that an acute focus on cost has harmed relationships with suppliers.

A study of more than 260 manufacturing executives released today by IFS North America indicates how trends in Enterprise 2.0 will affect enterprise software used by mid- to large-sized manufacturers and industrial companies.

While it is clear that there are various sources of complexity and obstacles for supply chain executives to overcome, IBM points out that there are three new rules, which will be required to topple these hurdles throughout the next decade, including: 1-Know the customer as well as yourself. Smooth volatility with predictive demand; 2-See what others do not. Unveil responsibility with collaborative insight; and 3-Exploit global efficiencies. Enhance value with dynamic optimization.