Introduction
This report is the result of a series of in-depth interviews carried out with senior business and IT leaders within 150 manufacturing companies during Q4 of 2006 and Q1 of 2007. The respondents were from the US and Western Europe.
Scope
In-depth interviews with 150 manufacturing companies from a range of different industries. Geographic coverage includes the US, UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Benelux and the Nordics. The respondents worked for companies with more than 500 employees.
Highlights
Improving internal processes remains the key goal for manufacturers in 2007. Streamlining operations within the company will ensure that when a manufacturer starts to look to work with external parties more, relationships will be easier to manage.
Reasons to Purchase
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