The Role of SAP ERP in Enhancing Supply Chain Visibility and Decision-Making in the Manufacturing Sector

Authors

Kosalee Thameera Galkaduwa

Abstract

Manufacturing industries today consequently turn to SAP ERP as a solution to tackle issues of supply chain visibility and decision-making in a complex and competitive environment. This research assesses how SAP enhances transparency, supports predictive capability, and encourages collaboration via two SAP compliances known as SCM and IBP. SAP ERP, through the use of real-time data and optimizing processes, improves inventory control, demand planning, and protective procedures. Experiences from the automotive and textile industries, for instance, show significant enhancement in cost reduction, and lead time reliability, as well as resource efficiency. However, there are still issues like implementation costs and training that could act as the key limitations. The present research offers knowledge on how these challenges can be addressed to fully harness the benefits of SAP ERP. These results underscore its monumental role in attaining operational effectiveness, flexibility, and service delivery in manufacturing supply chains.

Keywords

SAP ERP, Supply Chain Visibility, Manufacturing Sector, Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Sustainability.

The Role of SAP ERP in Enhancing Supply Chain Visibility and Decision-Making in the Manufacturing Sector. Kosalee Thameera Galkaduwa. 2021. IJIRCT, Volume 7, Issue 3. Pages 1-5. https://www.ijirct.org/viewPaper.php?paperId=2412074