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Data Model for Retail Supply Chains   

I created this Model after I attended a very interesting meeting organised by Sedex and the UN Global Compact (UNGC) about Supply Chain Transparency.

An Access Database is available.

We might design a Data Mart (Dimensional Model) which is very useful for providing data for Reports and Business Intelligence.

We would be glad to have your comments.

If you are new to Data Models, this page of my new Tutorial will help you understand the Data Model.

The Proof-of-Concept Screenshot
The data shows that Bobby Caldwell paid for a Retail shipment.

Logical Data Model (ERD)

Proof-of-Concept Tables

Our approach has 6 Stages in the Supply Chain.
  • Customer
  • Retail
  • Distribution
  • Factory
  • Supplier
  • Raw Material r


  • Barry Williams
    Principal Consultant
    Database Answers Ltd.
    London, England
    July 13th. 2017


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