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Author: | Fifer, R. M. |
Title: | Cost benchmarking functions in the value chain. |
Journal: | Planning Review
1989 : MAY/JUN, VOL. 17:3, p. 18-23, 26-27 |
Index terms: | COMPETITOR ANALYSIS COST ALLOCATION |
Language: | eng |
Abstract: | A two-part review of how to benchmark the costs of various functions on the corporate value chain, such as labour and sales, and 3 case studies demonstrating the significant strategic insights gained from complete cost chain benchmarking. Samples of cost-driver analysis. Sales cost benchmarks. Building materials cost benchmarking. Telecommunications equipment, sales, installation and service. Banking industry benchmarking. Cost benchmarking across the entire chain. Eleven Exhibits illustrate the study. |
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