Understanding Supply Chains for Start Ups – What they are and how to work successfully within them

Cost: Free

Delivering goods and services into supply chains can seem complex and unfamiliar. They cover the entire network of people, organisations, resources, and activities involved in creating and delivering a product or service, from sourcing raw materials to the final customer's hands, encompassing planning, manufacturing, logistics (storage/transport), and distribution, all coordinated to meet demand efficiently and cost-effectively. Understanding how they work as a start up and how to work optimally within them is essential to success.

After attending this webinar attendees will understand:

1. What supply chains are

2. The benefits of being part of a supply chain

3. The challenges of working within supply chains

4. What businesses need to have in place to make Supply Chains work for you.

Presenter bio –

Gwyn possesses over thirty years of experience in manufacturing and engineering across a spectrum of small and medium-sized businesses, with proven knowledge in supply chain management, including supplier development, inventory control, logistics coordination, and demand planning.

His experience includes managing compliance with quality standards such as ISO 9001 to support supplier credibility and readiness, enabling businesses to position themselves as trusted partners within competitive supply chains.

He demonstrates confidence in leading and supporting strategic initiatives across multiple teams, utilizing the Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement toolkit and various business improvement tools and techniques to develop practical innovative solutions to business problems.

With a strong grounding in project and change management techniques, Gwyn excels in delivering transformational change and operational excellence.

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