CHASSIS BRAKES INTERNATIONAL
make good decisions on a sourcing issue if data are not correctly managed .” This has therefore enabled the company to price accurately and maintain quality service .
The company ’ s partnerships with major software companies such as SAP and IVALUA have enabled it to leverage the latest innovative solutions in terms of data management control and interactions with suppliers . This mind-set allowed the group to master its supplier database by connecting themselves directly to the Supplier Relationship Management tool to exchange essential data , content , legal documentation and spend analysis . “ We are also doing contract management and working with the suppliers on this , thanks to the tool ,” adds Laclaverie .
In addition to this , Laclaverie is also behind the implementation of supplier scorecards . This tool , supported by BI solution QlikSense , imports information coming from various supports and sources to calculate a composite rating informing on supplier ’ s spend performance , quality management , supply chain and financial positions . Laclaverie explains : “ Once we have compiled for one supplier all key performance information available into one tool , including last assessments , we are then able to make a rational decision about its future .”
Positive employee mindset Naux stresses that moving from a regional organisation , to one which is global has been no easy feat . The company has encountered a number of challenges , as Naux explains the main challenges surrounding change management and how employees understand how they can become more involved : “ We spend a lot of time with people , understanding how far they are from target processes and the need to adjust current requirements with a global mindset .” However , he adds confidently that , today , employees have a good understanding on how to remain connected , which is achieved through a number of workshops and trainings , with continuous improvement at the
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