Research on the 7 Business Transformations (Choose 1 transformation):

1-From supplier-centric to customer-centric

2-From push to pull

3-From transactions to relationships

4-From ‘trucks and sheds’ to ‘end-to-end’ pipeline management

5-From functions to processes

6-From stand-alone competition to network rivalry

7-From inventory to information

For example, if you choose End-to-End Pipeline management

Answer the following:

1. What is this business transformation?

2. Why is this important to business?

3. What happens if your firm does not observe this transformation?

4. What skills are needed to make this transformation?

5. What technology do you need to make this transformation?

6. Give a specific case example. (5 sentences long paragraph. - You may use any resources - the internet, books, ...)