ChangAn Automotive Co. -making supply chains work

The car has evolved from being a horseless carriage to becoming a sophisticated engineering marvel. Accordingly, the challenges of modern day automotive supply chain management have become increasingly complex. This article describes the situation faced in a Chinese automotive supply chain by ChangAn Auto Co. Ltd (ChangAn)- China's fourth largest automotive manufacturer. The article elaborates upon the supply chain visibility and speed-to-market issues for ChangAn in the context of China's fast growth market realities and institutional environment.