SCMANA Reading Guide
Start with the foundation, then move to the specialist area that matches your work or learning need.
| Step | Area | Start here | Continue with |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foundation | Supply Chain vs Supply Chain Management | Supply Chain Functions |
| 2 | Structured learning | SCMANA Learning Paths | Choose one specialist track |
| 3 | Procurement & Sourcing | Procurement vs Sourcing vs Purchasing | Supplier Management → Risk → Kraljic → TCO |
| 3 | Inventory & Planning | Inventory Management KPIs | Forecasting → S&OP → EOQ → Safety Stock |
| 3 | Logistics & International Trade | Transport Mode Selection | Freight → Incoterms → Customs → Landed Cost |
| 3 | Operations & Warehousing | Order-to-Delivery Process | Capacity → Cycle Time → Cross-Docking |
| 3 | Technology & Analytics | MRP vs ERP | ERP vs WMS → Logistics Technology → Modeling |
| 3 | Risk, Resilience & Sustainability | Supply Chain Risk Management | Resilience → Supplier Risk → Scenario Planning |
| 3 | Process & Productivity Improvement | Lean Operations | SIPOC → A3 → FMEA → SPC |
| 4 | Practical application | Tools & Templates | Open the related guide and use the Excel tool |
