What is lagging KPI in SAP EPM-SCP - Supply Chain Performance Management?

SAP Term: lagging KPI

• Component: EPM-SCP

• Component Name: Supply Chain Performance Management

• Description: KPIs that are commonly financial in nature and represent outcomes based on historical performance. Lagging KPIs, such as Revenue and Units Sold, show performance of what has happened in the past yesterday, last week, last quarter. A lagging key performance indicator is an economic KPI that reacts slowly to economic changes, and therefore has little predictive value.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Lagging KPI is a type of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) used in SAP EPM-SCP Supply Chain Performance Management. It is a metric that measures the performance of a supply chain after an event has occurred. It is used to measure the effectiveness of a supply chain in responding to changes in the market or environment.
  
  How to use it: 
  Lagging KPI can be used to measure the performance of a supply chain over time. It can be used to identify areas of improvement and to track progress towards goals. It can also be used to compare the performance of different supply chains and to identify areas where improvements can be made.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using lagging KPI, it is important to ensure that the data being used is accurate and up-to-date. It is also important to ensure that the metrics being measured are relevant and meaningful. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data being used is consistent across different supply chains.
  
  Related Information: 
  Lagging KPI is often used in conjunction with leading KPIs, which measure the performance of a supply chain before an event has occurred. Additionally, lagging KPI can be used in combination with other metrics such as cost, quality, and customer satisfaction to provide a more comprehensive view of supply chain performance.