摘要(英) |
Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991 and the end of the Cold War, along with the establishment of the World Trade Organization in 1995, the wave of globalization began to rise. In this trend, business entities targeting the global market are all actively strategizing and operating. Under the borderless commercial trade model, supply chain management has become increasingly crucial and prominent, serving as the key to the success or failure of a company’s operations.
Supply chain management plays a critical role in integrating and coordinating the entire process from raw material procurement to the delivery of finished products to consumers. This comprehensive process encompasses various stages, including procurement, production, logistics, and distribution. Through effective management of these interdependent processes, businesses can not only enhance operational efficiency but also increase profits, thereby demonstrating their value to shareholders, investors, and creditors.
Supply chain management can be likened to a precise orchestral performance, where every component must play its role accurately to create a harmonious symphony. This requires meticulous upfront planning and collaborative teamwork, along with the ability to adapt to challenges that may arise along the way. From ensuring timely deliveries to effectively managing inventory levels, efficient supply chain management is key to maintaining customer satisfaction and driving continuous growth in today′s fast-paced business environment.
The automotive manufacturing industry centers around the car factories, with tier-one suppliers operating around these hubs to form a core system. In this model, tier-one suppliers must coordinate closely with the assembly operations of the car factories, often adopting a just-in-time delivery system. Under the car factories′ pursuit of zero inventory policies, the inventory pressure often shifts to the tier-one suppliers. This pressure cannot be completely passed down the supply chain, making the performance of supply chain management even more critical for tier-one suppliers. It is imperative that they pay greater attention to managing these dynamics effectively.
In recent years, China′s domestic automotive manufacturing industry has operated differently from those in other countries, emphasizing shorter research and development cycles, faster delivery speeds, lower prices, and more intense competition. Under this disruptive competitive model, the forecasted volumes for car factories are highly uncertain, posing a significant challenge for suppliers. It is essential for them to have better systems in place to assist with rapid adjustments to the entire supply chain management process. Without such systems, inefficiencies and increased costs are likely to occur.
This study primarily investigates the relationship between supply chain management and financial performance through the literature, using a tier-one automotive parts supplier with business operations across the Taiwan Strait as a case study. It examines the company′s supply chain management and operational performance by analyzing the company′s background, basic conditions, products, business layout, supply chain characteristics, operational model, and actual performance. Financial metrics such as solvency, profitability, growth potential, earnings quality, return on investment, and operational efficiency are used to dissect the company′s performance across various dimensions. By discussing the traits revealed through financial statements, the study aims to uncover the manifestations of supply chain operation, identify challenges encountered, and apply supply chain management theories to propose improvements and solutions for the adverse factors. These recommendations are intended to provide the case company with effective and actionable strategies to continuously enhance its supply chain management. |
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