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The Digital Supply Chain: Making The Leap With A Ball and Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

Used from the 17th century until the late mid-20th century, a ball and chain found in 2009 in the United Kingdom from the 17th century was an 18 pound ball six inches in diameter. The issue is that costs need to be continually balanced with customer service, and inventory programs against a business strategy. Barrier #3.

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Novo Nordisk: A Story of a Supply Chain Leader

Supply Chain Shaman

For the past four years, as we have done our work, we have tracked Novo Nordisk’s continued improvement against the pharmaceutical peer group. Note that neither company is making progress at the intersection of operating margin and inventory turns. Performance and Improvement within the Pharmaceutical Industry for 2009-2015.