| The Metrics Challenge |
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| Written by Scott Koegler | |
| Monday, 28 April 2008 | |
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A few weeks ago we posted an article that originated with one of ec-bp's readers, Kim Ladzinske of Georgia-Pacific. We've had responses from two readers who are interested in the same topic, and offer their own perspective. These folks, add to the questions that need to be explored in order to develop a general purpose metric for EDI. As you read through their comments, think of the questions you face in your own environment. Are the measurements proposed here adequate? Or do you have a different take on the issue? Add your comments below, or send email to scott (at) ec-bp.org. I read through the on-line article regarding EDI metrics. Most of the metrics outlined are very useful in monitoring and comparing how one’s EDI performance is tracking. There are still areas we’d like to measure with the hopes to eventually improve. Our challenge is two fold:
I’d like to see some questions on the survey that address both of these areas, such as-
We are thinking about developing e-efficient measurements to actually rate the quantity and quality of EDI, and use them as at benchmark for successful EDI exchange. Mark Richards Director, e-Commerce Leviton Mfg. Co. I saw your EDI Metrics plan in the recent ec-bp.org newsletter. This is something I’m in the process of trying to get my arms around at my own company. I would like to participate if you do execute a survey in the future. I had some initial thoughts on some additional information that may be beneficial, although some may be difficult to capture.
Let me know if you would like help fleshing some of this out. Timothy B. Billman Senior IT Manager World Kitchen LLC |