SCOP Survey In order to view this content you must be a Member! Learn more about what it means to join the Genedge Alliance below. Home »SCOP Survey SCOP Survey 2023-24 Supply Chain Optimization Program – Online Assessment Congratulations on joining the 2023-24 cohort for the VEDP Supply Chain Optimization Program (SCOP). We look forward to working with you over the next year as supply chain management issues remain top of mind for all manufacturers. To better prepare an impactful program for participating firms, VEDP and GENEDGE request at least 2 employees fill out this online best practices assessment. With your assistance, the assessment will provide a high level perspective on where you see potential gaps in your supply chain management, how you might improve, and how SCOP can assist.The assessment will take approximately 20 minutes to complete and we encourage respondents to expand on their scoring choices in the comments sections for each best practice area. Please add as much detail as you wish. If you are unsure about your company’s implementation of a best practice then please mark “0 – Unsure”.VEDP or GENEDGE may follow-up for further clarification, if needed. All survey responses will remain confidential and will only be used for program design and potential development plans for individual companies. If you have any questions regarding the online survey please contact Monica Sadie, Program Manager, msadie@vedp.orgWe look forward to working with you!Name First Last Title Company Email PhoneNumber of years with company Number of years in current role Number of years experience with supply chain management Top industry sector focus Strategy Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementSupply chain strategy Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree A clearly stated supply chain strategy exists and is reflected in an annual business planning processCustomer focus Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The strategy is customer focused (i.e., incorporates performance aspects linked to customer requirements) and not simply based on low costAligned Strategy Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The supply chain strategy is aligned with your company’s strategy, vision, and mission. Aligned Growth Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Supply chain is well-positioned to support future growth.Aligned Collaboration Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree There is a high degree of collaboration with suppliers and based on analysis of factors such as strategic importance of product, availability of product, technical data, and degree of customization. Suppliers are involved in new product development.Aligned Incentives Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Strategic suppliers value the company’s business. Supply chain partners (including transportation and logistics providers) share risks, costs, and rewards when improving supply chain performance, i.e. our sales increase and our supply chain benefitsDecision Making Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Sourcing decisions are based on a combination of factors including total cost of ownership (considering costs beyond piece part price) and supplier performanceAligned Roles Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Strategic suppliers are aware of performance expectations and readily communicate to provide information and minimize disruption .Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement Control Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementSupply Chain Coordination Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Planning, technical data, requirements, forecasting, and replenishment are coordinated and communicated in the supply chain. Information Flow Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Information flows freely in a timely manner to minimize disruption.Aligned PMS Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The performance management system communicates metrics to suppliers and systemizes corrective action plans.Corrective Action Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Underperformance (late deliveries, poor quality, uncompetitive pricing) can result in developing corrective action plans and/or sourcing with alternative suppliers.Balanced KPIs Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree KPI address financial and operational requirements and are largely data driven.Aligned KPIs Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree KPIs are automatically measured and reported in the same format throughout the supply chain; providing consistency and comparability. They are easy to interpret.Risk Awareness Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Supplier surveys (e.g., to evaluate capacity constraints), performance management, corrective action plans, contract language, and multi-sourcing are used to minimize supply chain risks Resiliency Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Contingency plans for supply chain plans exist (e.g., RFQ and RFP processes are established to evaluate new sources) and corrective actions are used effectively to address performance issues.Capacity Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The supply chain has sufficient capacity and diversity (i.e., alternative sources for critical components) to support growth. Current and future supplier capacity is evaluated periodically.Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement Processes Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementOrdering Seamlessness Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree There is a seamless ordering process (i.e., efficient hand-offs) from customer requests (including their requirements and any technical data) to delivery of productProcurement Seamlessness Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree There is a seamless procurement process and minimal disruptions through integrated manufacturing and supplier relationshipsPlanning Seamlessness Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree There is a seamless planning process performed by dedicated supply chain staff that reflects up-to-date supplier performance, capacity, and capabilities.Standardized Processes Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Processes are standardized (defined, updated, and documented) wherever possible to maximize efficiency and minimize disruptionContinuous Improvement Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Continuous and incremental improvement for supply chain management is focused and gives tangible results to the operation.Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement Resources Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementTechnology leadership Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Strategic suppliers leverage technology to facilitate ordering, planning, inventory management, communication, and material flow.Core Competence Focus Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Strategic suppliers leverage technology to facilitate ordering, planning, inventory management, communication, and material flow.Capacity Management Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Suppliers demonstrate sufficient planning to maximize the potential operational capacity and invest in people and equipment to expand when neededMinimized Waste Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Suppliers demonstrate high utilization through staffing, training, and minimal quality or delivery issues. Suppliers are responsive when corrective actions are required.Responsiveness Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Suppliers are responsive to urgent requests and corrective actions.Agility Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The supply chain (including logistics and transportation) can manage an unexpected large increase in demand (>20%) and deliver within agreed short-time delivery conditions.Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement Material flow Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementMaterial Flow Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The flow of materials in the supply chain is directed and well-defined by planning, forecasting, requirements flowdown, and technical information.Synchronized Deliveries Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Delivery of products and/or complementary services from different suppliers and service providers (including logistics and transportation providers) is synchronized to fulfill customer needs, meet delivery dates, and maximize responsivenessModularized Materials Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Raw materials are modularized (kitted) or batched whenever possible to improve production flexibility and responsivenessBuffer Stocks Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree An inventory of key raw material and components are maintained to prevent manufacturing delays. Financial and operational analyses are performed to set appropriate levels.Receiving Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree The material receiving process is structured to minimize production disruptions from the supply chain – e.g., wrong materials, poor quality, mislabeling, damaged product Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement Information Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementIT Strategy Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Information technology is a critical component of your supply chain strategy. ERP has a module devoted to supply chain process.Information Dashboard Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Information is collected, processed, visualized, and presented in a centralized decision point (dashboard) to enable efficient decision makingInformation Visualization Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Information is visualized in all processes, both value-adding and administrativeSupply Chain Transparency Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree A system is implemented that provides all actors access to forecasts, inventory status, point-of-sales data, and plansReal Time Information Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Data capturing technologies and IT systems facilitate decisions based on data and information that are in real-time to automate supply chain processes Track and Trace Technologies Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Bar codes, sensors, and/or RFID are used for track and trace functionality throughout all supply chain processes (i.e., material from individual suppliers is tracked through final customer shipment)Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement Organization Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvementSupply Chain Teams Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree There is sufficient staffing to support all aspects of supply chain management (performance management, reporting, supplier scouting, RFQ/RFP)Supplier Workforce Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Suppliers have minimal workforce turnover and employees are trained in several areas to minimize disruption risksKnowledge Level Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Suppliers have knowledge about advanced supply chain management tools and best practices and have good understanding of all supply chain processes and interactionsTalent Management Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Supply chain management is a desirable function within your business for employees to pursue as part of their careerPartnership Approach Not Sure Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree A healthy organizational culture exists to support the overall supply chain strategy and performance management. There is a cross-functional, team approach where supply chain is incorporated into key product development, manufacturing, and budgeting decisions.Please comment on any best practice gaps and opportunities for improvement