SupplyChain Magazine February 2019 | Page 142

CREATION TECHNOLOGIES
142 with which it can develop vital synergies and build an open dialogue and environment to bring forth an innovative business approach which is not only mutually supportive , but more effective in meeting customer needs .
“ One of our biggest challenges is the complexity of our business . We serve higher mix , low to mid-volume markets , which drives very high mix in our supply chain ,” she explains . We have nearly 100,000 active component part numbers and ship over 15,000 finished goods from all nine sites . Developing tools and processes that standardize practices and consolidate activities where synergies can be realized are a critical piece of our supply chain transformation journey .”
Building a deep understanding of its customers ’ needs and providing highly responsive tailored solutions , Creation is the optimal partner for the high complexity , low to mid volume products of mid-sized and smaller OEMs with well-established market positions . B2B data interfaces with suppliers and customers are increasingly common for Creation , where it has looked to unlock the opportuni-
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