Ford achieved 75% reduction in head count in its accounts payable department by reengineering. What did Ford reengineer?

1.Ford achieved 75% reduction in head count in its accounts payable department by reengineering. What did Ford reengineer? 2.What are the features of this reengineering and how has IS contributed to it? 3.Besides the reduction in headcount, what are other benefits, if any, of this reengineering? Explain your answer. 1. These remarkable results were achieved not by applying automation to the existing process but by using shared data and database technology as an enabling tool to completely …

…misplaced or damaged. Now as all information is being locked into the computer, less discrepancy is bound to occur. A tangible benefit experienced by all staff is that of a better working environment. Previously there was a disarray of processes and physical materials, such as purchasing invoices. Now as Information Technology has taken over such menial tasks, the staff would be the first to enjoy a paper-less working environment and the conveniences associated with it.