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What is Supply Chain Management? A Guide to Success

SCMDOJO

Sign Up for SCMDOJO Pro Membership Importance of Effective Supply Chain Management Supply chain management is not just about moving products from point A to point B – it’s a strategic approach that encompasses the entire network of processes involved in delivering goods and services to customers.

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5 Best Logistics Books to Keep Within Reach

Supply Chain Opz

Then, we use these criteria to rank the books, - Practicality: we look closely at how each book can provide basic concepts and strategies of the "Integrated Logistics Functions", namely, customer service, purchasing, production planning, warehousing, and transportation in a clear and concise manner. The links below are paid links.

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Vendor vs. Supplier: how to Distinguish and Manage

Precoro

Suppliers are placed at the supply chain's beginning and provide goods or services to the companies for further processing. Suppliers can provide raw materials for manufacturing products or act as an intermediary between the manufacturer and the buying company. Check-list for Distinguishing Vendor from Supplier.

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Uncovering the Promise of Artificial Intelligence

QAD

Because manufacturers are constantly pressured to increase productivity, deliver quality products, delight customers and achieve greater profitability and sustainability, they are turning to new technologies such as artificial intelligence. Manufacturers face four main challenges from achieving the promise of artificial intelligence.

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Boosting Efficiency: Top 5 Inventory Optimization Strategies

SCMDOJO

By negotiating lower MOQs with suppliers, businesses can reduce the amount of inventory they need to purchase at once. Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI): VMI is a collaborative approach where suppliers manage inventory levels for their customers. Optimize the process where required based on feedback and performance.

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Solving the Procurement Data Dilemma: Using supplier data to drive successful relationships

HICX Solutions

In our second interview in the series on ‘Solving the Procurement Data Dilemma,’ which supports a full survey carried out by HICX and Raconteur on the subject, Gren Manuel speaks to Richard Wilding, OBE. It’s also about knowing where their manufacturing facilities are, and the flows across the supply chain.

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What Makes a Mature Planning Organization? (Part 2)

Supply Chain Shaman

Closing the gaps happens when there are aligned metrics, clarity of vision and aligned planning processes. It combines decisions across sell, deliver, make and source processes to drive value based outcomes. Most companies operate well within functions, but struggle to build strong horizontal processes. They lack cohesion.