Explains some of the thinking that informs both the case study articles that appear in the same issue of Supply Chain Management: An International Journal and the EPSRC funded research project currently being undertaken at the Centre for Business Strategy and Procurement. A review is provided of...

Summarises the key learning points in supply and value chain mapping. It demonstrates that there is no best way to manage supply chains. Concludes that the key to success in business is based on recognising the types of supply chains that exist and aligning strategy and operational practice with...