Digital Supply Chain Institute and APQC to Collaborate on Research & Content Development

We are excited to announce a new strategic collaboration between the Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) and APQC, the benchmarking and best practices research firm, designed to bring greater value to our members and expand our reach within the supply chain community. This content exchange initiative will enable both organizations to leverage each other’s strengths and share invaluable insights, research, and best practices.

The collaboration between the two organizations aims to:

• Expand Influence: By exposing each organization to the other’s audience, the goal is to expand our reach and thought leadership within the industry.
• Build Awareness: Showcasing our trusted relationship will enhance our credibility and demonstrate the value we bring to the supply chain sector.
• Enhance Member Value: Sharing content will empower our members with new insights, helping them improve and transform their supply chain practices.
• Foster Long-term Collaboration: This initiative sets the stage for future joint research projects and collaborative efforts, similar to our recent survey and DSCInsights video exploring the role of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in managing supply chains and relationships with suppliers.

DSCI and APQC have worked on other projects including digital transformation case studies, a survey on the order-to-cash (OTC) process, and a five-part podcast series exploring the role of the supply chain in digital transformation.

Both organizations envision the collaboration to have a multiple-phase approach, focusing on building a long-lasting partnership. The stages of the strategic collaboration include:

1. Research Project Results: Share information and content from key research projects, enabling yearly comparisons and insights.
2. Joint Events: Conduct virtual or in-person joint webinars and breakout sessions to delve deeper into our research findings.
3. New Research Projects: Identify and undertake potential annual or one-off joint research projects in areas of mutual interest.

“We are thrilled to embark on this relationship with APQC and look forward to the positive impact this collaboration will have on the supply chain community’ said Marko Kovacevic, managing director of DSCI. “Stay tuned for more updates as we roll out this exciting initiative!”

Laura Clymer, Director of Research Services at APQC, added, “Our collaboration with DSCI on research and content development marks a significant step toward enhancing the knowledge base and capabilities of the supply chain community. By combining our expertise and resources, we are poised to deliver unparalleled insights and best practices to our members.”

About APQC

APQC helps organizations work smarter, faster, and with greater confidence. With more than 45 years of experience, it is the world’s foremost authority in benchmarking, best practices, process and performance improvement, and knowledge management. More than 1,000 member organizations worldwide across 60 industries rely on APQC for the information, data, and insights organizations need to support decision-making and develop internal skills. Learn more at www.apqc.org.

About DSCI

The Digital Supply Chain Institute (DSCI) is a non-profit applied research institute focused on the evolution of enterprise supply chains in the digital economy and the creation and practical application of supply chain management best practices. By leveraging digital technologies and data analytics, DSCI aims to enhance supply chain efficiency, security, and sustainability. Visit us at DSCI to learn more about our member-led organization.