Stanford Graduate School of Business resources

Sustainable procurement is not something that should be done after processes to run your supply chain efficiently are in place, rather, these practices are integral to managing a supply chain effectively and should now be essential practices of supply chain management.

Merchants should carefully design their logistics strategy to promote the greatest efficiency and profits while addressing customers’ expectations and needs, based on factors such as their product mix, target geography, demographic segment, product price points, returns strategy, and more.

Technology is driving a heightened level of innovation in product and service offerings in the last mile parcel delivery market, and is transforming the way delivery providers interact with their customers, this paper examines these technologies and business models.

The program also provides a detailed look at points of supply and demand, global supply chains, sustainability, advanced technologies, and market implications. By integrating ideas from the latest research with best practices, participants learn how to structure the supply chain so it can influence the strategic and organizational direction of their company.