Abstract

In order to assess supply chain performance, a comprehensive model, along with reliable data, can be useful. It helps to improve the whole chain. In this paper, the suitable model is presented for evaluating the effect of information sharing on the performance of the supply chain in the mentioned case that is Ahwaz Pipe Company. By means of performance enhancement model and cost reduction, supply chain systems can be improved. In this research, the statistical population consists of all procurement, production and sales staff of Ahwaz Pipe Company. The results of the research showed that two goals of increasing efficiency and reducing costs led to several research projects proposal, resulting in the ever-increasing development of supply chain systems. In the meantime, one of the solutions that have been able to find a special place in research in the supply chain area is information sharing; therefore, in this research, a field study was conducted to cost analyze of sharing information.