SMARTi™ deliver's measurable, quantifiable and accountable value in Supply Chain Networks:

“Minority-Owned Businesses will be able to reach new heights;

amplifying 'impact and mission' to create a strong and equitable economy ” -

Ron Busby Sr., President and CEO – U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.

“We are investing and elevating our ecosystem partners to deliver even more value to our clients.

We will rally around one ecosystem mission - to help our partners to achieve their business goals,

all the while positioning them for growth with our hybrid cloud platform and AI”-

Arvind Krishna, IBM CEO

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Trailblazing 'Value-add- SMARTi™, a smooth-flowing 'start-to-finish' process, fully integrating and partly automating

 'U.S. Code 26 § 38-General Business Credit and U.S. Code 26 § 41-Incentives for Research and Development':

• Unique real-time visibility into critical business documents ('such as purchase orders, invoices and remittances' )

for faster and more modern solution(s), with artificial intelligence (AI).

• Technology reinforcing open innovation for frictionless real-time

 'plug right in' and 'effortless connect' application programming interfacing.

• Hybrid Cloud & AI strategy automating, incentivizing, securing, and modernizing 'start-to-finish' processes;

simultaneously providing governance, adherence to standards and visibility.

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Here are some key takeaways that other companies can learn from the Ford Enterprises Group, LLC’s approach:

Quantify DEI Efforts:

• Companies should move beyond performative DEI and focus on quantifying the impact of their initiatives.

• Metrics such as representation, retention rates, and employee satisfaction can help measure progress.

• By quantifying DEI efforts, organizations can identify areas for improvement and allocate resources effectively.

Align DEI with Business Goals:

• Ford Enterprises integrates DEI into its supply chain strategy. Other companies can follow suit by aligning DEI goals with overall business objectives.

• Consider how diversity and inclusion can enhance innovation, customer satisfaction, and financial performance.

Leverage AI and Cloud Technology:

• Re-engineering supply chains using AI and cloud technology can optimize processes.

• Companies should explore solutions like predictive analytics, demand forecasting, and real-time monitoring to enhance efficiency.

SMARTi™ Inclusion:

• Adopt a SMARTi™ approach (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, timely, and inclusive).

• Set clear goals, track progress, and ensure inclusivity at every step.

Fiduciary Accountability:

• Companies should treat DEI efforts as fiduciary responsibilities.

• Link DEI outcomes to financial results, emphasizing accountability.

Remember, each company’s context is unique, so adaptation and customization are essential. 

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