Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

We have used Lean process systems and swim-laned ourselves to death. In the last five years, while the physician is still important, the buying decisions transitioned from the supplier to the care provider. They are primarily focused on cost management on new purchase decisions. “Does everyone realize how bad the problem is?

Modeling 236

Modeling Modeling Software Pharmaceutical Procurement Analytics 236

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 30, 2012

The majority also feel that their performance measurement governance doesn’t drive good behavior or trigger continuous improvement. In this case, from a Lean perspective, it is a waste of time and money. To address the above root causes and ensure effective performance measurement, Lean and Agile Governance should be in place.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 51

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Government Waste Reduction 51

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

An excellent Warehouse Management System (WMS) can help reduce costs by automating cycle counting, and maintaining location control. Create a consortium of buyers (a client and several of their suppliers) to buy needed logistics supplies (i.e. transportation fuel) at a reduced cost that comes with buying in greater quantities.

Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies Material Savings 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 23, 2015

We continue our series on understanding the 3PL KPIs (Key performance indicators) from 3PL consultant, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain as it relates to the engagement with a 3PL. Process improvements and Continuous Improvement Opportunities. Both parties must develop human resources to improve operations.

KPI 120

KPI 3PL Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction 120

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 19, 2022

This way, your supply chain will be as cost-effective and lean as possible. Improve Your Supplier Relationships. If you have a lean supply chain where you’re ordering small quantities only, it might not be efficient to run a global supply chain with suppliers halfway across the globe.

Vendor Strategies 109

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 109

ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

However the current situation shows certain weaknesses in warehousing practices being followed: Lack of a strong technology focus for efficiency and quality improvement Absence of valid methodologies to identify the root causes of bad performance in a structured approach. Lean warehousing.

Warehousing 52

Warehousing Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 52

synchrono

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Through this guest blog series, I’d like to share some of my experiences implementing supplier quality and Lean manufacturing initiatives by focusing on eKanban systems. This first entry offers advice for planning an eKanban rollout – suggestions that can also be applied across any Lean manufacturing project. Leadership matters.

Inventory Reduction 38

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies 38

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2015

Many companies talk about Supply Chain Excellence, but most leaders struggle to define it. One supply chain leader, in a discussion last week, likened supply chain excellence to fitness. He felt that supply chain excellence was analogous. Our journey for supply chain excellence has changed and evolved over time.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Strategies 150

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

No Purchase Orders were used. One of these trends deals with utilizing the latest inventory management techniques to manage customers to “lean”. VMI is an excellent option for many dealers and distributors as it has the ability to increase inventory turns, reduce customer returns, reduce administrative costs and reduce lost sales.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Modeling 120

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 7, 2016

While traditional supply chain processes evolved from functional excellence definitions for source, make and deliver from the inside-out; to make the digital pivot and become more market-driven, companies need to define new supply chain processes outside-in. How can you capture customer requirements and reduce deductions and improve matching?

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

The client leaned across the table and asked, “Is a customer-centric supply chain strategy the same as a demand-driven supply chain strategy?” The use of price, promotion, sales/distributor incentives, new product launch, marketing campaigns, or positioning to elevate and improve baseline demand. It was an early morning.

Material Savings 181

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 181

Supply Chain Movement

MAY 19, 2016

In 2013 Nokia took full ownership of Nokia Siemens Networks, buying the other half of the venture from Siemens, and 2014 sold its handset business to Microsoft. Nokia is currently preparing for another major change, its purchase of Alcatel-Lucent, which is expected to close in Q1 2016. We have to be lean. By Helen Armstrong.

Supply and Demand 60

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 60

synchrono

JANUARY 31, 2017

In this set of blog posts, I want to discuss the different kinds of metrics we’re obsessed with as supply chain leaders and why the modern lean, demand-driven production manager needs to adjust or abolish some “old school” metrics altogether. Action to improve flow, manage constraints, direct continuous improvement efforts and more.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Metrics Manufacturing 40

Unleashed

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The order fulfilment process covers every step required to get goods to the people who purchase them, from the moment a customer places an order to when they receive their purchase. Competitive advantage: When it comes to making a purchase , customers usually have several options to choose from.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

But what’s a sourcing agency or sourcing agent and how does it make buying things easier? Let’s uncover the mystery behind the role of sourcing agencies and see how they make the job of buying things much simpler. They play a big role in making sure the whole process of buying things goes smoothly from start to finish.

Purchasing Skills 73

Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Sourcing Strategies 73

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

This issue is that the orders have inherent order latency (The time for customer purchases to translate to manufacturing orders). There is a belief that the efficient response—the tightly integrated lean supply chain—defines supply chain excellence. Leadership and Driving Continuous Improvement. Outside-in.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Despite the apparent complexities involved in supply chain management, achieving excellence really doesn’t have to be too difficult. In this post, we explain what those pillars are, why they matter, and how to align them in a way that supports supply chain management excellence. The Importance of Alignment. Click To Tweet.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Waste Reduction 40

ThroughPut

MARCH 25, 2024

Companies that excel in demand forecasting can optimize their supply chain operations, reduce costs, increase profitability, and stay ahead of competitors in meeting customer needs while ensuring long-term success and resilience. Competitive Advantage Ultimately, accurately forecasting demand is a key driver of competitive advantage.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Demand Planning Software 52

synchrono

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Through this guest blog series, my intent is to share some of my experiences implementing supplier quality and Lean manufacturing initiatives by focusing on eKanban systems. My first post offered advice for planning an eKanban rollout (advice that could be applied across any Lean manufacturing project). The Pilot Program and Beyond.

Inventory Reduction 104

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Expense Reduction Vendor Strategies 104

SupplyOn

JULY 17, 2018

Which depends on feedback – this is the only way we can continuously improve.” In other words, from the digital purchase order, via the digital confirmation, all the way through to the digital invoice. Markus Quicken, SupplyOn AG: P2P is more than just a lean process. We are all part of a digital ecosystem.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Optimization Software 40

Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2024

These tools enable organizations to quickly turn insights into actions with strong stakeholder buy-in while accelerating the execution of strategies across the business and the attainment of an organizations’ objectives. This ensures that operations are lean and responsive to market demands.

Manufacturing Procurement 58

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Predictive Analytics 58

synchrono

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Through this guest blog series, my intent is to share some of my experiences implementing supplier quality and Lean manufacturing initiatives by focusing on eKanban systems. My first post offered advice for planning an eKanban rollout (advice that could be applied across any Lean manufacturing project). Go Mountain Climbing.

Manufacturing Procurement 51

Manufacturing Procurement Six Sigma Continuous Improvement Sourcing Strategies 51

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2018

If a new visitor arrives and shows a similar pattern of navigation, the engine swings into action with “You might also like (insert name of frequently purchased product here)”. Their answer has been to apply cost reduction and lean practices. A macro in Microsoft Excel or Word is a primitive form of AI. Continuous improvement.

Supply Chain Planning Software 53

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Network Software 53

6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

As part of any warehouse’s KPI suite, cost indicators need to be measured, and there needs to be a focus of continuous improvement on these indicators. Inventory provides an excellent example of a cost indicator that should be measured and continuously improved. The top operators work at a 99.9% Doug Orlove.

Cost Reduction Strategies 56

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings Warehousing 56

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

It is clear that new outcomes cannot happen through a focus on traditional continuous improvement programs. As shown in Figure 1, the biggest obstacles to power improvement/performance are traditional supply chain thinking, the lack of organizational alignment and a focus on functional excellence. 1) Outside-In Processes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 195

Arena Solutions

AUGUST 4, 2021

Quality management systems help drive continuous improvement and provide a systematic approach to identify quality issues, improve product performance, lower manufacturing costs, and reduce waste. Today, organizations have adopted newer approaches to quality management, such as Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.

Supply Chain Design Software 58

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Demand Planning Software 58

Kinaxis

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Reason #4 Making key decisions by modelling the supply chain in Excel. There are a number of techniques and tools that can help drive improvements across the company; 1) Systemic continuous improvement tools. CQI, TQM, Six-Sigma, Lean, etc. Reason #3 Not having end-to-end supply chain visibility.

Expense Reduction 250

Expense Reduction Procurement Analytics Cost Reduction Strategies Metrics 250

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

The manufacturer has access to the distributor’s inventory data and is responsible for generating purchase orders. Definition: Solicit your suppliers to come into your company to assist you with Supply Chain Cost Reductions, and other important issues, rather than your suppliers soliciting your purchasing dollar.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction 120

6 River Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Tips for improving customer experience. Create an adaptive unified buying process. “If you look at the typical buying process, it is bifurcated based on geography. If I am going to buy goods from this geography, then I use this process. Logistics personnel and supplier management pointers.

Inventory Reduction 75

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies 75

Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Angenette has more than 24 years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, Lean Six Sigma, and supply chain. The ISO standards now show this plan, do, check, act, continuous improvement. And then understanding design for excellence, design for manufacturing, design for tests. Angenette was a captain in the U.S.

Quality 52

Quality Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 52

Unleashed

MAY 17, 2021

How to set a BoM up in Excel. BoMs are essential tools for eliminating problems in any company that runs lean and continuous improvement processes. Procurement method – this identifies whether the required part or inventory is purchased externally or manufactured internally. How to set it up in Unleashed Software.

Material Savings 81

Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Procurement Solutions 81

ThroughPut

MAY 23, 2019

Whether making the decision to “build, buy, or buddy”, that is, through internal R&D, acquisition of technology / companies, or licensing external technologies through partnerships, respectively, adequate capital is still a key determinant factor of success or failure.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Automotive 40