A " best practice" is a process, technique, or innovative use of resources that represents the state-of-the-art industry behavior.

... Rudolph F. June University at Buffalo (SUNY) Department of Engineering and Applied Science Principles of Engineering Management I EAS 521 (Fall 2002) Dr. Carl M. Chang Abstract: A " best practice" is a process, technique, or innovative use of resources that represents the state-of-the-art industry behavior. Firms making use of best practices in their supply chains can achieve significant improvements in cost, schedule, quality, performance, safety, environment, or other measurable factors that impact the bottom line in the organization. The role of engineering in the attainment of the benefits of utilizing best practice methods is critical. It is important to have engineers not only participate in these efforts, but play a lead role in their implementation. Introduction Supply chains are networks of logistic and manufacturing activities starting with raw material sourcing and ending with the distribution of finished goods to markets. A complete supply chain usually involves several companies and several production/warehouse facilities. The role of an engineer

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