Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Companies that viewed the pandemic as another risk management event will struggle the most with Q1 and Q2 earnings reports. The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. As a result, focusing on cost and efficiency, and functional metrics throws the supply chain out of balance.

Procurement Analytics 219

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Companies that viewed the pandemic as another risk management event will struggle the most with Q1 and Q2 earnings reports. The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. As a result, focusing on cost and efficiency, and functional metrics throws the supply chain out of balance.

Procurement Analytics 195

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 195

GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

Sure, supply chain cost reduction is important in reducing the cost of goods sold (COGS) and increasing profit, but there are other measurements which should not be forgotten. 3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. 10 Soft Metric Considerations in Measuring Supply Chain Performance.

Procurement Analytics 120

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Logility

APRIL 7, 2020

In the midst of the seeming chaos many brilliant minds have been working in overdrive to develop innovative solutions to many of obstacles that lie in our way. These are just a few of the countless and amazing innovations we hear about on a daily basis. At the same time, start a frank discussion about which metrics matter right now.

Innovation 147

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Business Process Automation AI: Revolutionizing Efficiency in the Digital Age Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dramatically transforming Business Process Automation (BPA), ushering in a new era of operational efficiency and innovation. Businesses gain agility and can focus human resources on strategic work.

Sourcing Strategies 78

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QAD

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Regardless of what laws politicians enact, customers want their purchasing dollars to go to those who behave responsibly. So, what does this have to do with innovation? Climate-driven Manufacturing Innovation. Clearly, there’s a big opportunity to both cut costs and demonstrate environmental responsibility.

Manufacturing Procurement 131

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

I wrote my first report on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) while sitting on the floor in the Atlanta airport in 2005 when I was an AMR Research analyst. I wrote many reports on airport floors in those days–electrical plugs were just too scarce.) Sales and Operations Maturity Model from 2005-2008. Mistake #3.

S&OP 195

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

I know that your primary focus is procurement. The Companies with the greatest success are smaller and usually drive product innovation into the market. Or a similar comparison of customer orders or planned orders? Or planned orders to purchase orders?) ” Anna, this blog post is for you. Clear mission.)

Supply and Demand 375

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The ability of an organization to deliver reliable and consistent results for revenue, margin, customer service, and quality in the face of demand and supply variability. For example, change the business models so that Ariba must interoperate with GT Nexus, E2Open with Elemica, MPO (Kinaxis) with Nulogy, etc.

Supply Chain Design Software 307

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. Often a customer has limits on how much change they can accommodate.

Vendor Strategies 225

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 27, 2019

Retailers have always been curious about the paths consumers take when they decide something needs to be purchased. When the Internet and World Wide Web introduced consumers to online shopping (aka e-commerce), the path to purchase became much more complex. Today the digital path to purchase is growing in importance. ”[2].

Procurement Analytics 100

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

There is no magic ball on design: the organization’s reporting structures vary by culture and size. As shown in Figure 1, the reporting relationships vary. Supply Chain Reporting Structures. For each issue in the customer service analysis ask, “When did we know? Organizations come in many shapes and sizes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 291

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Logility

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

NASDAQ: AMSWA) today reported preliminary financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2022. Professional services and other revenues for the six months ended October 31, 2021 increased 1% to $20.3 For the six months ended October 31, 2021, the Company reported operating earnings of approximately $4.5 Logility, Inc.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Logility

AUGUST 25, 2021

Logility customers can now access warehouse and Accelerated Growth in Cloud Services Annual Contract Value and Subscription Revenue. NASDAQ: AMSWA) today reported preliminary financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2022. ATLANTA (August 25, 2021) American Software, Inc. million compared to $0.8 Logility, Inc.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 12, 2019

The IT taxonomy for visibility is supply chain analytics. As you implement supply chain analytics and use control theory with well-defined reference data with clear bands for control, process improvement ensues. The team was seeking analytics to monitor process compliance. Visibility Maturity Model.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 175

Prescriptive Analytics Software Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software 175

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Amazon’s purchase of Kiva Robots changed the landscape of robotics in the supply chain. Meanwhile, Lowe’s has created the LoweBot , which boosts customer service, explains Dan Gilmore of Supply Chain Digest. Meanwhile, Lowe’s has created the LoweBot , which boosts customer service, explains Dan Gilmore of Supply Chain Digest.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 25, 2022

In his opening keynote address, Target CEO Brian Cornell said the supply chain crisis necessitates greater data transparency and analytics to win in the short term. Chewy has tripled revenue in the last three years and has 20 million active customers. A happy team drives better customer experience, which drives loyalty.

Waste Reduction 294

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

It may sound ironic, but many experts suggest that cognitive technologies (aka artificial intelligence) can help businesses provide the personalized customer service and customer experiences that consumers desire. This begs the question: Can artificial intelligence (AI) provide a genuine customer experience (CX)?

Demand Planning Software 147

Demand Planning Software Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Expense Reduction 147

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The number one question that I am asked today by manufacturers across all industries is “How can I improve customer service?” Nine times out of ten improving customer service requires different management of the budget cycle and a rethinking of financial planning. Background. Time horizon. Bias and error. The reason why?

Supply Chain Design Software 186

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Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 1, 2015

Many people are talking about Key Performance Indicators, Metrics, Analytics, and other indicators of performance. The importance of selecting the right metrics or “measures” as I prefer to call them, is critical as we all know that metrics drive behaviors. Step 2 – Develop Metrics and Data Sources.

Cost Reduction Strategies 60

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2018

billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools will reduce delays and simplify customer service across all changes in manufacturing throughout 2018.

Manufacturing Procurement 199

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 6, 2017

I believe that supply chain leaders are in the middle of step change in process innovation driven by not one, but a confluence of technologies. Driving Innovation. Process innovation is tough for companies. Sitting on the 15th floor of a high-rise apartment, I am writing a research report on Digital Procure-to-Pay.

Supply Chain Software 193

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement 193

Invata Intralogistics

APRIL 5, 2024

Today’s most ground-breaking innovations lie in state-of-the-art warehouses and the algorithms and automated systems that drive them. AI’s Impact on Inventory Management Accurate inventory management is crucial in reducing operational costs and improving customer experience.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Optimization Software Inventory Management Software 52

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

We finished our report on the maturation of hospital supply chains , and I have put the finishing touches on the Healthcare Supply Chain Index for this Thursday’s webinar. The most common reporting relationship in the organization is to the hospital’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Balance innovation and standardization.

Modeling 239

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 25, 2021

Despite growing optimism about the end of the pandemic, retail correspondent Lauren Thomas ( @laurenthomas ) reports, “Coresight Research predicts as many as 10,000 stores could close in the U.S. If anyone was in doubt about the future of retail,” he writes, “the purchase of Debenhams by Boohoo has surely sealed the deal.

Retail 130

Retail Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 130

GlobalTranz

JULY 17, 2018

The application of blockchain in the supply chain is among the greatest innovations to take root in the shipping industry. Major companies, like Maersk and IBM, are working on innovative platforms to allow for end-to-end visibility and transparency through blockchain technology. The complexity of modern supply chain is extensive.

Supply Chain Planning Software 163

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Most people today have likely used its services at least once. As an innovator in customer service across multiple industries, this market giant has forever transformed the face of retail as it is known today. Amazon captures more than 30% of all e-commerce activity.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

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QAD

JANUARY 19, 2023

No matter the industry, customer satisfaction remains of utmost importance. Supply chain management is typically broken into three large buckets of intricate processes and roles: Concept: the full cycle, from sourcing and procurement to fulfillment. Create memorable moments, from purchase to delivery.

Supply Chain Planning Software 93

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Enterra Insights

JULY 8, 2021

.” As difficult as it can be to please everyone, business leaders know, if they want return business, providing customers with the best possible experience is essential. Before the age of ecommerce, great customer service generally involved face-to-face contact. Customer Experience and the Human Touch. ”[1].

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 5, 2018

The award, based on beating the industry peer group on rate of improvement on the key metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) while outperforming their peer group, is tough to achieve. The orbit chart below illustrates L’Oréal’s performance at the intersection of two metrics.

Case Study 257

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

… With an ever-complex consumer purchasing path, it can be difficult for a brand to know where exactly to adjust their efforts. ”[1] Deloitte analysts add, “The global pandemic has upended what many consumer products companies understand about their businesses, customers, risks, and opportunities. .”[2].

Data 100

Data Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies 100

QAD

MARCH 24, 2022

It recently purchased WebJaguar, a digital commerce platform, to create an omnichannel customer management solution for both B2B and B2C.”. QAD Adaptive ERP delivers a web-based user experience and native mobile access, optimizing real-time decision-making and delivering insight from analytics. QAD in the Cloud.

Vendor Strategies 97

Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Modeling Software 97

Enterra Insights

MAY 26, 2020

Customers don’t want to think about supply chains; they just want great purchasing experiences. Although the connection between great customer experience and a world-class supply chain should be obvious, customer experience is not the first thing that pops into most peoples’ minds when they hear the term “supply chain.”

Supply Chain Design Software 100

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Many of my clients talk about a customer-centric supply chain but rely on useless metrics from an annual survey or a net promoter score. In this article, I want to emphasize that a customer-centric supply chain meets and exceeds the customer’s needs day-by-day based on a well-defined relationship against a brand promise.

Customer Service 287

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Michael Mclaren ( @michaeljmclaren ), Global CEO for the B2B Group at Merkle, writes, “As the ongoing growth debate between customer retention and acquisition continues, one thing is for certain: managing the entire ‘customer lifecycle’ is arguably the most important aspect of marketing today.”[3] ”[5].

Purchasing Skills 130

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Today, customer centricity for an organisation in today’s marketplace, you must place “the customer” at the core of your business and build products and services that are designed to suit the specific needs of customers. So, how do you become customer-centric? Put the customer at the centre.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We have Courses like S&OP deployment, Supply Chain Digitalization , , and Negotiation in Procurement. Whether it’s purchasing, procurement, transport, technology, facilities, or other specialized areas, understanding your passion will influence the subsequent steps in this rewarding career path.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

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