Supply chain management functionality supports business processes and facilitates workflow in the areas of design and engineering, operations, and customer service.

Business processes

The following process flow diagram illustrates the supply chain management business processes.

Supply chain management business process

Supply chain management integrations

The supply chain management modules integrate with the following Microsoft programs:

  • SQL Server Analysis Services

  • Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services

  • Microsoft® Office

  • Microsoft® BizTalk Server

  • Internet Information Services

NoteIntegration considerations, such as supported environments and platforms, are discussed in the System and Application Setup Guide.