IMPACT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON THE SUPPLY FUNCTION OF AN ORGANIZATION (A CASE STUDY OF NIGERIA BREWERIES (NB) PLC)

ABSTRACT This study examines the impact of information technology on the supply function of an organization. The objective of the study is to identify how information technology affect the supply function of an organization as well as to find out the innovative approaches that has been recently developed in relation to supply function of an organization and also to determine whether the process is reliable enough in ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in increasing organizational performance. To this end, attempts were made to review literature on the concepts of information technology and supply function, the impact of information technology on supply functions, functions of information technology on production as well as supply functions of an organization. The researcher recommended among other things that small, medium and large organizations should use information technology in order to boost their production, enhance service delivery, reduce operational cost and organizational efficiency.   TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page Approval Page Declaration Dedication Acknowledgement Abstract Table of Contents
CHAPTER ONE:  INTRODUCTION 1.1Background of the Study 1.2Historical Background of Nigeria Breweries Plc 1.3Aims/Objectives of the Study
CHAPTER TWO:  LITERATURE REVIEW 2.1Introduction 2.2Conceptual Framework 2.2.1Concept of Information Technology 2.2.2Concept of Supply Function 2.3Discussion of the Concept 2.3.1The Impact of Information Technology on Supply Function of Nigeria Breweries Plc 2.3.2Function of Information Technology on Production Function in Nigeria Breweries Plc 2.3.3Functions of Information Technology on Supply Function of Nigeria Breweries Plc 2.3.4Advantages of Technology to Nigerian Breweries Plc
CHAPTER THREE:  SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 3.1Summary 3.2Conclusion  3.3Recommendations References