Supply Chain Analytics. 3 credits

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Supply chain analytics is the process of using data analytics and business intelligence to improve efficiency, and streamline various supply chain and logistics decisions. Efficient management of supply chains requires effective applications of the concepts, tools and techniques that will be introduced in this course. The scope is broad, ranging from strategic supply chain management issues to tactical and planning and control decisions. Several key areas will be covered in this course including inventory control, information sharing, supply chain contracting, network management, transportation analytics, global logistics, omni-channel strategies, and supply chain risk management. It will also address how firms can achieve the digital transformation of their supply chains utilizing analytics, big data and the latest technological developments such as AI, blockchain technology, and IoT. Offered by Costello College of Business . May not be repeated for credit.