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Vol 23 - No 5 - June 1998 Creativity and competition in global industrial supply chains This article examines the use of Creative Problem Solving Techniques in UK companies and it's implications for Supply Chain Management. This evidence suggests that the use of Creative Problem Solving Techniques, allied to an open trusting culture, contributes to greater profitability. Many UK companies would appear to be slipping behind in this regard, and as a result are losing productivity. The article suggests that in addition to strengthening internal innovation processes, UK companies will need to learn to manage creativity across organisational boundaries, in support of greater out-sourcing and collaborative product development. The greater application of Creative Problem Solving Processes and promotion of the skills required to succeed them, must therefore be a priority for the late 90's and beyond. Related Topics: International Supply chain
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