Research on Virtual Supply Chain Oriented to Networked Manufacturing

As a solution of networked manufacturing of small/medium sized enterprises(SMEs), the virtual supply chain was oriented to networked manufacturing, and its operation mode and steps was proposed. They enable the partners to constitute dynamic virtual supply chain with the technique support and service of a special neutral information service center, and to response and meet the customer requirements quickly and well. The methodology and technology are applied in the establishment and operation of dynamic virtual supply chain in ceramics industry of China. A customer's order of customized ceramic products via Internet have been practically met by a dynamic virtual supply chain, which is composed of a group of dispersive partners with the support of an information service center.