The Network Effect

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

Before I answer the title question, let’s have a quick refresher on what exactly Lean and Six Sigma are. Lean , on the other hand, analyzes process flow and related outputs, including waste. Lean is all about introducing Straight Through Processing coupled with flexibility where required across processes. Edwards Deming.

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The Network Effect

JUNE 11, 2014

Included in this evolution will be simultaneous efforts focused on organizational change, process reengineering, and lean/six sigma program management. The fifth stage is where the concept of variation become very important. Variation is most likely the biggest cause for poor performance in any supply chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Prescriptive Analytics Software 195

The Network Effect

MAY 29, 2015

Omnichannel logistics is a multichannel approach to network planning, combined distribution centers/fulfillment centers/returns centers/liquidation centers and lean facilities planning.

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The Network Effect

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Therefore he/she has a tendency to “keep the forecast lean” to avoid carryover inventory after a promotion or selling season. Therefore he/she has a tendency to make optimistic projections and bias the forecast upward, knowing that a higher forecast will buy more inventory, thereby (theoretically) reducing the likelihood of lost sales.

Supply and Demand 100

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 8, 2016

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Predictive Analytics Software 100

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Strategies around lean replenishment and logistics must be deployed to accomplish performance goals, many of which may be required to remain in good standing. Automotive Subsystem and Tier 1 customers are requiring that their Tier 2 Suppliers generate process innovation around lean manufacturing and logistics.

Supply Chain Network Software 197

Supply Chain Network Software Automotive Modeling Software Supply and Demand 197

The Network Effect

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

In fact under today’s prevailing strategies around Lean, many companies are implementing technologies that will allow them to move from push to pull. Truckload optimization is simpler under this technique, but a price is paid in excess and obsolete inventory.

Inventory Reduction 185

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