Fischer-Ridge Associates - Managing Supply Chain Relationships

Commercial working relationships supported by legal documents, verbal understandings or simply a history of performance are essential to any successful supply chain function. Fischer-Ridge is prepared and skilled at guiding and molding commercial relationships to achieve higher levels of immediate and long term improved performance than may have been previously experienced.

Fischer-Ridge can also guide and assist in problem resolution and improving your supply chain with a professional, timely approach to the issues.

Commercial understandings and agreements are the heart of a supply chain material focused operation. Whether you have an informal understanding or a formal signed contract with your key suppliers, getting what you expect and need is critical to your long term success and profitability.

In many situations the material costs and impacts are more than 50% of the total cost of a product. Having a fair yet favorable agreement under which to operate is meaningful to the success of your company. Agreements are not limited to domestic suppliers. However, the cultural difference between the user (your organization) and the supplier (possibly a very attractive international source) may need clarification and certainly “more exact” understanding than other or previous supply situations. Get a commercial agreement that works for you.

Fischer-Ridge has a hands-on approach that will allow you to successfully use global suppliers. Gain a clear understanding of the expectations and resolve issues, before and as they arise, to meet your business needs and get an agreement.