Indian companies should stock high demand products in large quantities, own transportation systems, and have strong relationships with manufacturers to assess local situations. They should also have a presence in over 60 countries, require global warehouse management to improve inventory management and traceability, and increase throughput while standardizing processes worldwide. Dell's success comes from a combination of direct sales, building to order, supplier integration, building suppliers and infrastructure, and partnerships with courier companies to efficiently manage its supply chain through information systems.