The supply chain includes various steps that ultimately result in the production and delivery of a product. These steps involve the sourcing of raw materials, manufacturing and processing of the product, packaging and labelling, warehousing and transportation, and retail distribution. The sourcing of raw materials involves identifying and procuring the necessary resources such as metals, chemicals, or agricultural products. The manufacturing process involves transforming these raw materials into finished goods. The packaging and labelling step involves wrapping the product in protective coverings and labelling it with relevant information. The finished goods are then transported to warehouses and distribution centers before finally being shipped to retail stores for sale to customers.
