SCMDOJO

JULY 7, 2023

Introduction Founded in 2009, Rivian Automotive, Inc. Rivian has future plans to construct a new factory in Georgia, requiring an investment of approximately US$5 billion. One of the major challenges faced by Rivian was production shortfalls. Since its initial public offering in November 2021, Rivian has secured more than US$13.5

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Arena Solutions

JUNE 8, 2021

Bringing a new product to market is a team effort, and introducing new or revised products that customers truly want requires an organized and thorough new product introduction (NPI) program. While a lot of the big-picture questions like “how much do we expect to make from this product?”

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2021

Beyond answering “what is reverse logistics,” it is important to understand the history of reverse logistics, the benefits of reverse logistics and why it’s a rising practice, especially in aftermarket industries. Reverse logistics stands for all operations related to the reuse of products and materials. What Is Reverse Logistics.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 19, 2023

To scale your business affordably, you need a diversified product portfolio that perfectly balances cash flow with product development and marketing. In this product portfolio guide: What is a product portfolio? A product portfolio is the complete collection of products and services sold by a company.

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QAD

JANUARY 26, 2023

Most organizations rely on complex quality detection schemes to root out problems with suppliers, identify issues early in the production process and, most importantly, keep poor quality products out of the hands of consumers. This approach is helpful for ensuring product consistency and quality, but it isn’t enough.

Quality 94

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 13, 2021

They have also spent significant resources publicising and socialising such agreements, and dedicated further resources to helping companies use them. Others have simply never considered the use of FTAs, either for their existing supply chains or for planning new ones, based on their assumptions that they won’t help.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 2, 2023

A large consumer products manufacturer with nine Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) instances and several divisions wanted to discuss forecasting. The planning team was defending the status quo without questioning current practices and how to improve them.) The best answer is often to start with a clean sheet of paper.

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Introduction. Success in 2023 will depend on the success of supply chains, and one-third of company leaders believe their supply chain distribution problems will last through 2023 (SAP News). Optimizing labor resources is the most common facet of cross-global fulfillment in 2023. Fulfillment. Optimize Labor.

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Arena Solutions

JULY 8, 2021

This can be a challenge as emerging technologies continue to add greater complexity to the product development process. Today, organizations need to rely on enterprise product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions to overcome product development hurdles and achieve commercialization success.

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Procurement Academy

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

To ensure the introduction of new technology and processes can be successful, change management is crucial. Change management relies heavily on securing the buy-in of the people and teams directly and indirectly impacted by the introduction of new technologies.

Buyer Training 52

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Arena Solutions

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

This is an interesting time for product lifecycle management (PLM). Over the last 20 years, PLM has become increasingly important to manufacturers when it comes to new product development and introduction (NPDI). A linear economy focuses on profitability, irrespective of the product lifecycle. With the U.N.’s

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2018

Since only 11 Incoterms exist in the Incoterms 2010 ruleset, some companies, as well as purchasers and consumers, may need to know additional information about a product. An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management. Such information may be defined within individual SLAs.

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Logility

MARCH 19, 2021

When a crisis hits, having the right advanced analytics to react to supply chain disruptions in food and beverage is your best defense. If your company has an advanced analytics practice in place, let the exploration begin. Think about modeling the impact of diverting some products from certain vendors to others.

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Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Not only has the pandemic exposed weak links in supply chains but also the waste and management of paper-driven processes along with using legacy systems to manufacture complex products. Companies must act quickly to guarantee that product work continues promptly, effectively, and seamlessly when business operations are disrupted.

Quality 74

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 27, 2021

And it hasn’t been good news. There are resource shortages, clogged ports, rising shipping costs, unfilled job openings, slowed production, empty shelves, and the list goes on. Challenging times always highlight organizational pain points as well as reveal new business opportunities. Supply chains are in trouble.

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RFgen

JANUARY 9, 2023

If your company is still in the market for a new year’s resolution, it might be time to reorganize your warehouse space to save money and increase efficiency. New, digital automation warehouse inventory tech makes it easier to gain oversight and make plans based on informed decisions from inventory visibility and real-time data.

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

As automation integrates deeply into systems such as customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP), it supports a seamless operational framework that can adapt to changing business needs. By automating routine activities , RPA frees up human resources for more strategic endeavors.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 6, 2018

Proper risk management can help supply chains navigate the complexities of post-hurricane recovery and increase productivity. Unfortunately, not all supply chain leaders take the time to consider what may happen and how it will adversely affect productivity and the flow of products. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

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Arena Solutions

MARCH 9, 2023

Since 2015, PTC has hosted LiveWorx , a global forum that brings together manufacturing executives, engineers, product designers, quality leaders, supply chain partners, and other like-minded individuals who are focused on harnessing disruptive technologies to manage uncertainty and transform their business.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 29, 2023

The essence of this report that cites an informed source, indicates that Rivian is about to initiate a manufacturing reorganization that will include the relocation of portions of the start-up’s manufacturing engineering team to be directly resident at the company’s Normal, Illinois production facility.

Automotive 52

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QAD

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Quistem’s Cathy Fisher and I agree, supply chain is where the money is – supply chain costs drive decisions in the automotive supplier ecosystem – thoughts to keep in mind as we start the new year. As technology changes with the introduction of electric vehicles, the landscape of suppliers will change. “I

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Kinaxis

JANUARY 25, 2018

Consulting firm Oliver Wight describes it as, “… the business planning process that extends the principles of S&OP throughout the supply chain, product and customer portfolios, customer demand and strategic planning, to deliver one seamless management process.”. Vigorous product and portfolio review.

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

These technologies allow systems to quickly adapt to new information, identify patterns, and make decisions with minimal human intervention. RPA is best for tasks that are high-volume and repetitive, providing cost savings and reliability. Training and support should be provided so employees can adapt to the new systems.

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Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In the world of manufacturing, companies that need to design, produce, and deliver sophisticated products to market need to ensure their internal and external suppliers are always on the same page. Leveraging the Cloud to Speed Product Launches. However, migrating product and quality information has never been easier.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category management is a procurement strategy that involves grouping similar products or services together into categories and managing them as a single unit. In case you’re looking for a great Category Management course, Introduction to Category Management is taught by one of our experts, Maryna Trepova, MBA.

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QAD

JUNE 25, 2019

Excess and obsolete inventory is a drain on resources, as is excessive safety stock. Managing inventory effectively is a delicate balancing act, affected by lead times, supply chain efficiency , demand variability, product complexity, product life cycles, warehouse space and practices, among other variables.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2024

These self-contained devices, which are tactically nicknamed “Kiva robots,” have created a new lookout for traditional techniques for the storage, retrieval, and replenishment of items with unparalleled efficiency and flexibility.

Warehousing 76

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Every company has more on the “to do” list than resources. Additionally, medical device companies need to grapple with when to implement a product lifecycle management (PLM) system because one of your business requirements is to bring new features and products to market in a predictable, efficient way. Timing Drivers.

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QAD

JUNE 29, 2023

When you identify a quality issue during production, you’ve already invested in that nonconforming product. You naturally think about potential product failures that end users might experience, but don’t ignore possible problems in the design, manufacturing and supply chain processes. We all know that quality isn’t free.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Honeywell successfully shifted production to N95 masks, helping keep healthcare workers safe. The city of New York adjusting normally cumbersome processes to secure new sources of supply for unprecedented numbers of ventilators. L’Oreal shifted production from perfume to sanitizer. Sharpen Your Sales Skills.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

WMS helps you improve productivity and profit through advanced software and technologies. An effective WMS can optimize your warehouse resources and allow you to maximize space utilization. It provides visibility on the resources and indicates human resources availability.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 13, 2018

Blockchain technology builds value in the supply chain through better transparency and process standardization, but it holds additional value through new logistics services and business models. An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management. Potential volatility. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER.

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Oracle SCM

JUNE 16, 2016

Following is a breakdown of each of Kalypso's best practice recommendations for innovation processes tied to Oracle's Modern Best Practice. Most companies have scarce resources for new product and service introductions. Actively manage innovation portfolio and investment allocation.

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

While best-in-class companies focus on a more holistic consideration of supply, demand and finance, the vast majority still struggles with more basic supply chain issues like managing demand forecasts within the S&OP plan. Putting best practices into action. promotions, price incentives, etc.).

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

2% of managers apply best practice decision methods. Intelligent IBP effectively combines human and machine strengths with good decision practices to consistently make timely, high-quality, horizon agnostic business decisions. These new operating models can create significant benefits.

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Arena Solutions

AUGUST 4, 2021

Quality is always a top priority for life sciences companies looking to develop safe and effective products. To maintain a competitive advantage in today’s global market, companies are tasked with maximizing productivity, while meeting customer expectations and regulatory requirements. What Is a Quality Management System (QMS)?

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Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 21, 2020

All our customers, no matter industry, maturity, or complexity, have had to answer the same question: when to implement a real product lifecycle management (PLM) system? Every company has more on the “to do” list than resources. Upcoming new product development and introduction (NPDI) events. What does this mean?

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