Supply Chain Simulation: Collaborative Design System based on SOA - A Case Study in Logistics Industry

The paper proposes a new concept in developing collaborative design system. The concept framework involves applying simulation of supply chain management to collaborative design called - 'SCM-Based Design Tool'. The system is aimed to increase design productivity and creativity. Therefore, user can collaborate by the system since conceptual design. SCG: Supply Chain Generator based on service-oriented architecture. It helps you make sure that every dollar invested in IT, every resource allocated and every application in development or production meets your business goals. Unlike software offerings and methodologies that focus on internal IT processes, SCM optimizes the strategic functions between technology and business. Moreover, the proposed system can support users as decision tool and data propagation. Data management and sharing information are visually supported to designers and customers via webservice interface. The system is developed on Web-assisted product development environment. The prototype system is presented for Logistics industry system prototype demonstration, but applicable for other industry.