Supply chain
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Template:Cleanup-date A supply chain, logistics network, or supply network is a coordinated system of entities, activities, information and resources involved in moving a product or service from supplier to customer. The entities of a supply chain typically consist of manufacturers, service providers, distributors, and retail outlets. Supply chain activities transform raw materials and components into a finished product.
The primary objective of supply chain management is to fulfill customer demands through the most efficient use of resources.
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