Measuring the Supply Chain Competency of Nations: The Case of India

While many companies in the developed world have successfully implemented supply chain concepts with spectacular results, it is still a new concept in many developing countries including India. A country’s competitiveness may be thought of as the result of the combined activities of the firms operating within the country. Efficient supply chains enable the firms to compete better. Measuring the efficiency or competency of a country's supply chain thus can lead the planners to a more effective development strategy. Additionally, some suggestions are offered for improving the competency of the Indian economy.