Gate Gourmet Supply Chain Analysis

In order to have both an effective and efficient supply chain, managers should be focused on trying to achieve not only a cost effective supply chain, but a flexible one. In today’s economy, because the market is so volatile, trendy, and competitive, flexibility is the key to success. In order to respond to customers’ ever-increasing requirement demands, market leaders have positioned themselves well by continually investing in new key performance indicators, additional technology, improved supply chain networks, and streamlining efforts (Source One INC, 2013). This helps to maximize flexibility and overall responsiveness. With increased flexibility, leaders recognize that supply chains must be adjusted to meet different customer needs. In my research I will analyze Gate Gourmet’s use of information technology and the importance of supply chain integration.
Gate Gourmet current situation is airline caterer that offers

Due to Gate Gourmet’s tight schedules and limited working space they need to stay in constant communication with suppliers and customers as to not disrupt the business.
The importance of supply chain integration in the context of Gate Gourmet’s supply chain is the trust level in the partnerships between airlines, suppliers, and Gate Gourmet. Trust helps in the participation of information sharing and an increase performance along the supply chain. As explained in the readings supply chain integration helped Gate Gourmet to increase efficiency with inventory management and in the production and delivery of food and ancillary goods with. Furthermore, Gate Gourmet can remain flexible during chaotic circumstances and quickly acclimate to the needs of the supply