processes because they determine how well the organization can execute, and thus a potential source of operational success or failure
The cross-functional processes cut across the
traditional organizational structure, grouping employees from different functional specialties to complete a piece of work.
• Integration of the enterprise has emerged as a
critical issue for organizations in all business sectors to maintain competitive advantage • Integration is the key to success • Key to unlock information and making it available to any user anywhere and anytime. Today, information system has the trend that goes from function-centered system to cross-functional information system. Such systems support business processes, such as : • Product development • Production • Distribution • Order management • Customer support