Read the statement below and answer the questions that follow. Supply chain integration is the process of incorporating all parties involved in a product's fulfilment into a singular system. This calls for a lot of planning and alignment to make sure that everyone is constantly working toward the same objective. You managing the supply chain at Edgars in South Africa. You are requested to discuss the following questions and explain how your position would help the retail store to reduce costs and become competitive in the market.

QUESTION 4

ERP systems are designed to integrate data and operations across an organization. Use your own examples to discuss the value of information at Edgars and critically explain how Edgarss key business processes are linked via ERP systems.(20 Marks)