Looking for a leg up (or at least to keep even) with your competition as the economy starts to turn the corner? Here’s a little intel.

Granted, many companies have been worried about just surviving, much less thriving, over the past few years. But now that things are beginning to look up, many organizations are turning an eye toward growth again.

One major target: the supply chain.

So when it comes to improving your supply chain performance, what’s your company’s No. 1 priority? Check out what your peers (and perhaps your competitors) are focusing on: improving product quality.

That’s what now holds the top spot in a ranking among current supply chain initiatives for manufacturers, according to a new study by IDC.

Some renewed attention on this front could position you well for recovery with your customers.