Supply Chain Technology Management (SCM309)

The enablers function in supply chain management (SCM) is essential in equipping different functions with digital capabilities and data analysis to enhance efficiency. SCM309 Supply Chain Technology Management explores the transformative role of digital technologies in modern supply chains. It begins by examining the concepts and practices of digital transformation in supply chains and the importance of supply chain visibility for effective decision-making. The course addresses the challenges of digital supply chain management, including network security and blockchain for secure transactions and data sharing. Learners will gain insights into system integration and interoperability, enabling the seamless exchange of information across platforms, and delve into track and trace to understand how real-time monitoring enhances operational control. Big data analytics can drive data-driven decisions, while technology to know your customer focuses on personalised solutions. The course explores geospatial applications and cloud knowledge management to enhance supply chain efficiency and responsiveness. Supply Chain 4.0+ and IoT will introduce students to the next generation of connected supply chains, while robotics and automation showcases how these technologies are reshaping supply chain operations. By the end of the course, students will understand how to leverage these technologies to build more agile, resilient, and efficient supply chains.

• Digital Transformation in Supply Chains
• Supply Chain Visibility
• Challenges of Digital Supply Chain Management
• Network Security and Blockchain
• System Integration and Interoperability
• Track and Trace for the Supply Chain
• Big Data for the Supply Chain
• Technology to Know Your Customer
• Geospatial Applications
• Cloud Knowledge Management
• Supply Chain 4.0+ and IoT
• Robotics and Automation

• Show the importance of data management in ensuring accurate and reliable information flow within the digital supply chain.
• Discuss the importance of data governance in maintaining data integrity, security, and compliance within digital supply chain environments.
• Appraise how big data analytics can be leveraged to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency in supply chain processes.
• Apply data storytelling and visualisation to present supply chain data in a clear and compelling way, enabling informed decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
• Propose suitable technology applications in supply chain management, demonstrating the ability to align technological solutions with business goals and challenges.
• Examine technologies that enhance the efficiency of operational workflows and promote environmental protection management.