Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Let me start by saying that t he process is not a panacea to solve all supply chain ills. Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver. Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver.

S&OP 369

S&OP Supply and Demand Forecasting Supply Chain Design Software 369

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 15, 2022

When reviewing strategy decks for supply chain teams, I often see statements like “move from a functional-silo’d focus to a drive a more holistic response.” Companies became less clear on the definition of supply chain excellence and how to implement decision support technologies. ” Sound familiar?

Manufacturing Procurement 397

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 397

SCM Research

JANUARY 9, 2024

This is my first Journal of Supply Chain Management editorial. Journal of Supply Chain Management , 60 (1). Wieland, A., Tate, W.L., & Yan, T. A Guided Tour Through the Qualitative Research City.

Research 186

Research Journal Analysis Supply Chain 186

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis & ranking of the leading Global Supply Chain Inventory Optimization (IO) vendors. Quadrant Knowledge Solutions’ SPARK Matrix™ includes a detailed analysis of global market dynamics, major trends, vendor landscape, and competitive positioning.

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 156

SupplyPike

MAY 28, 2020

Learn about: What an ABC analysis is How you can implement it How Walmart uses it in its daily business. ABC analysis is based on “ The Pareto Principle ,” also known as the 80/20 rule. An ABC analysis helps you clearly assess this effort and also shows the importance of individual factors to the business.

Analysis 71

Analysis Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 71

Arkieva

APRIL 14, 2020

Some COVID-19 Data Analysis Basics – New Events, Cum Events, and Logarithms was first posted on April 14, 2020 at 8:03 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.

Analysis 97

Analysis Data Supply Chain Supply and Demand 97

Arkieva

APRIL 22, 2020

COVID-19 Data Analysis Basics – Taking the Mystery Out of Smoothing Daily Counts was first posted on April 22, 2020 at 8:32 am. ©2017 " Supply Chain Link Blog - Arkieva " Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. This blog will take some of the mystery out of smoothing methods.

Analysis 90

Analysis Data Supply Chain Supply and Demand 90

Arkieva

MARCH 26, 2024

Mitigate supply chain risks. Review our analysis of S&P Global’s 2024 Outlook to assess the challenges and importance of building resilient supply chains. Unpacking S&P Global’s 2024 Supply Chain Industry Outlook was first posted on March 26, 2024 at 7:31 am.

Supply Chain Strategy 88

Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Industrial 88

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

BOSTON and LONDON – November 14, 2023 – ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce it has been named the technology leader in the SPARK Matrix™ analysis of Retail Forecasting and Replenishment (RF&F) by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions (QKS).

Forecasting 156

Forecasting ToolsGroup Forecasting Software Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

In a survey of 150 global manufacturing executives, 47% committed to improving supply chain visibility and tracking. According to the Global Supply Chain Disruption and Future Strategies Survey Report, this goal was the top-ranked planned tool investment. What is supply chain visibility?

Supply Chain Visibility 285

Supply Chain Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning 285

ToolsGroup

MARCH 3, 2021

When you’re perusing luxury handbags online, or testing which cocktail dress suits you the best, you probably don’t pause to consider all the supply chain complexities and analytics required to ensure the fashion items you’re craving are in-stock. shorter product life cycles, and often protracted supply lead times.

Supply and Demand 296

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Supply Chain Planning Software 296

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

Supply chain resilience is a hot topic the last few years since post-Covid issues and newsworthy incidents like the Houthi attacks in the red sea have raised awareness. The bridge collapse is a stark reminder of the vulnerability of the nation’s aging infrastructure and the importance of supply chain resilience.

Baltimore 251

Baltimore Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 251

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 11, 2023

BOSTON and LONDON – December 12, 2023 – ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce to has been named a technology leader in the in the SPARK Matrix™ analysis of Intelligent Retail Pricing and Promotion Optimization (IRP&PO) by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions (QKS).

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Price Reduction Optimization Software Modeling 156

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

The global supply chain is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, availability of reasonably priced logistics, and low variability. In March 2023, the Global Supply Chain Pressure Index fell to the lowest level since November 2008. Over the past three years, supply chain cycles shifted.

Supply Chain Planning Software 411

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 411

SCMDOJO

MAY 15, 2024

Supply chain design and optimization projects present significant challenges, ranging from complex network structures, and multiple databases to diverse business objectives. However, achieving these objectives requires a strategic approach and a deep understanding of dynamics within the supply chain ecosystem.

Optimal Sourcing 74

Optimal Sourcing Network Design Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling 74

Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

Stop being a slave to your supply chain and take back your time! Don’t wait around for your supply chain to catch up to the speed of life. All you need is the right supply chain management software – one that enables concurrent planning. The post What could you do with a faster, more effective supply chain?

Supply Chain Planning Software 379

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning 379

Jaggaer

JUNE 11, 2020

This coupled with disruption of the global supply chain is reinforcing the need to review all facets of spend in their business units and establish ways to scale down. To get all the details on running a spend analysis, download our checklist, How to Conduct a Spend Analysis in 7 Steps. Importance of Fact-Based Data.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Analysis Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction 52

DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 30, 2023

The widespread supply chain disruptions that happened when the global pandemic hit in 2020 highlighted several important lessons regarding manufacturing and supply chain visibility. Its cross-functionality enables it to serve as the central link between plants, warehouse, distribution and customers.

Manufacturing 156

Manufacturing Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Industrial 156

Arkieva

JANUARY 6, 2017

Over the past year, the Arkieva Supply Chain Link Blog provided thought leadership and informative posts on supply chain strategy tips, trends, and news. Here is a list of the Top 20 Supply Chain Strategy Blog Posts from 2016. The ABCDs of an Excellent Supply Chain. Happy new year!

Inventory Reduction 62

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Vendor Strategies 62

DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 9, 2020

” Driving this digitization effort, the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) Group in Trane Technologies’ Commercial HVAC Integrated Supply Chain has developed a digital continuity strategy to support its projects by utilizing the 3D EXPERIENCE platform and Industrial Engineering solutions from the DELMIA brand of Dassault Systèmes.

Waste Reduction 317

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Resource Reduction 317

ModusLink Corporation

MAY 23, 2024

Demand planning and data analysis concept. In the dynamic landscape of supply chain management, demand-driven material planning is a crucial strategy for optimizing operations and meeting customer demands efficiently. Optimized Supply Chain : Streamlined processes and improved efficiency throughout the supply chain.

Material Savings 78

Material Savings Modeling Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 78

Kinaxis

JULY 29, 2015

by Lori Smith What if there were little, to no, limitations to the what-if analysis you could do? What if you could do scenario simulations for any function of your supply chain? Like many supply chain capabilities discussed in the industry, it is something touted by many, but not all what-if capabilities are created equal.

Analysis 100

Analysis Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

Part of the challenge in managing the modern supply-chain is due to its sheer size and complexity. An optimized supply chain is one that is as efficient as possible; it is more likely to reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction rates, and add value for stakeholders. Defining Transportation Optimization.

Optimal Sourcing 317

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Optimization 317

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2022

It occurred to me that many of you are also responsible for navigating this dynamic environment of post-pandemic demand shifts, inflationary pressures, supply shortages, rising interest rates, and a potential economic downturn. I tend to use time series analysis as an anchor to my forecast, as I suspect many of you do. Final Word.

Forecasting 219

Forecasting Modeling Supply and Demand Scenario Planning 219

SCM Research

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Among the numerous SCM articles that appeared in 2020, one was particularly popular: Global Supply-Chain Effects of COVID-19 Control Measures by Guan et al. The authors “analyse the supply-chain effects of a set of idealized lockdown scenarios, using the latest global trade modelling framework”. Hallegatte, S.

Modeling 143

Modeling Global Scenario Planning Supply Chain 143

Arkieva

APRIL 21, 2016

To do so, we will map the 3 strategic options proposed by Treacy & Wiersema to the Supply Chain Triangle. We will give our interpretation of these three extremes and then analyze the impact on the supply chain triangle. Mapping Treacy & Wiersema to the Supply Chain Triangle. Wiersema, F.,

Inventory Reduction 60

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 60

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In the past few decades, an increasing number of organizations have adopted environmental, social and governance ( ESG ) initiatives to help heal the planet as well as to make cost and efficiency improvements in their supply chain and procurement operations. 2] “Scope 3 Emissions,” Global Compact Network UK | [link].

Cost Reduction Strategies 213

Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software GEP Supply Chain Network Software 213

Arkieva

JANUARY 31, 2018

As a local Philadelphia business, we are so excited about the Eagles making it to the Super Bowl this year, we decided to track the excitement level of people leading up to the event by using our Social Sentiment Analysis Tool. Our Sentiment Analysis Tool Tells It All. Which Team has the most die-hard fans? The Eagles or the Patriots?

Supply Chain Software 60

Supply Chain Software Analysis Tools Philadelphia 60

Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Changes in today’s business world are occurring so fast they are creating challenges former generations of supply chain leaders never faced. As analysts from John Galt note, “Companies across industries have recently found themselves operating with supply chains designed for a world that no longer exists.

Supply Chain Design Software 130

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Software 130

Arkieva

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

As more and more individuals utilize supply chain software, there is a need to simplify its usage. This and other use cases such as the automation and analysis of content have made NLP an area of prominent growth. This and other use cases such as the automation and analysis of content have made NLP an area of prominent growth.

Supply Chain Software 88

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain 88

DELMIA Quintiq

APRIL 6, 2020

The most important thing to do now is to use a solution that can create scenarios , provide the ability to change plans rapidly, and show how these changes affect the supply chain, so that manufacturers can act accordingly. But how do you plan for the future while facing the uncertainties of the present?

Scenario Planning 296

Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Food Modeling 296

Freightos

JULY 22, 2021

Product shortages due to changes in consumer behavior are part of that story – as demand outstrips supply, prices are rising for certain goods, and delays in the supply chain only make those shortages worse. . 2 US Bureau of Labor and Statistics [link]. 6 US Bureau of Economic Analysis, Dep’t of Commerce, Table 2.3.5

Shipping 157

Shipping Asia Logistics Network Optimization Software Freight 157

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

” Here is an excerpt from the article: “…it isn’t by becoming more efficient that the supply chains of Wal-Mart, Dell, and Amazon have given those companies an edge over their competitors. According to my research, top-performing supply chains possess three very different qualities. What did we find?

Supply Chain Planning Software 344

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 344

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The process involves an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s Warehouse Automation & Control Market Research Study. KION is a publicly-traded company and reports on the Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) segment.

Supply Chain Software 272

Supply Chain Software Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 272

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2019

I feel that topic of supply chain management is analogous to the downward cycle of the news channels. What Drives Supply Chain Excellence? I analyze supply chain management. The broader the definition of end-to-end strategy and the alignment of supply chain processes drives value.

Supply Chain Design Software 262

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner Supply Chain Software 262

DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Considering the length of the chain and its impact on the overall picture, the importance of the integrated value chain in business decisions becomes increasingly important. At the same time, the analysis can take a long time due to the disaggregation of information in different spreadsheets or systems. See figure 1.

Supply Chain Planning Software 296

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Modeling Supply Chain Planning 296

Arkieva

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Senior leadership engagement, business process analysis, and proper communication ensure a successful supply chain transformation. Managing Supply Chain Transformation Beyond IT was first posted on February 15, 2022 at 8:15 am.

Supply Chain Transformation 78

Supply Chain Transformation Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 78