With efficient, effective transportation capabilities, organizations can build global supply chains that leverage low-cost sourcing opportunities, which allows them to compete in new markets. Transportation efficiency promotes the competitiveness of a supply chain. In terms of supply management, cost-effective transportation helps companies gain access to higher-quality, lower-priced materials and realize economies of scale in production. Likewise, low-cost transportation improves demand fulfilment opportunities. Discuss the role of transportation in the supply chain and how transportation impacts on supply chain performance.