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Integrated Supply Chain. Date: 16-17 October 2013. Organisation: Integrated Supply Chain. Driving company profitability through collaboration to enhance Supply Chain efficiencies. Improving Supply Chain Networks. >> MORE
SAP touts “best-run companies” while the Accenture ads claim “ high-performance supply chains.” I am a nomad, searching for a good definition of supply chain excellence. It is for this reason that we started the work on the Supply Chain Index. MORE
What is “Total Lead Time” in Terms of Logistics and Supply Chain? In logistics and supply chain, total lead time is the sum of all processing time, transit time, and time spent as inventory. MORE
Guiding Principles in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Creating the Lean Fulfillment Stream. Managers there don’t spend time doing analysis every time they try to reduce lead time to prove that this is the correct thing to do in logistics and supply chain management. MORE
Four decades after its creation, supply chain executives see it as slow and expensive. Supply Chain Supply sensing ASNs EDI hands free orders work·horse. noun ?w?rk-?ho?rs. rs. : a dependable person who does a lot of work. : MORE
Supply chain planning had finally been organized. If Taylor organized supply chain planning , it took his colleague, Henry Gantt, to recognize the importance of organizing the way information was presented to planners. The new era of supply chain optimization had arrived. MORE
In the process, I discovered that the average process manufacturing company has reached a plateau in supply chain performance. I believe that we have reached a plateau and that supply chain performance is declining. Today’s supply chains respond. MORE
7 Principles of Supply Chain Management Explained. Would you like to understand supply chain management concept but dont have time to study from a supply chain textbook ? 1) Adapt Supply Chain to Customers Needs. NAVIGATE. Basics. Case Studies. MORE
In my previous post , I referred to the way supply chain planning and optimization (SCP&O) sits on top of ERP systems to enable optimized supply chain decisions. Supply Chain Planning & Optimization MORE
It is a discussion of supply chain design and the sharing of research that supports that the best supply chains have flexibility in the joints and are well designed on the ends to propel commerce. The supply chain group rates it the lowest. Supply Chain Team. MORE
Today, I finished up a report on supply chain talent. After doing the analysis of the results, I even more firmly believe that supply chain talent is the missing link in the supply chain. Average turnover of supply chain managers is 15%. MORE
There is also a list of great logistics blogs and supply chain websites. Supply Chain Websites. Supply Chain Standard – supplychainstandard.com. Supply Chain Brain – supplychainbrain.com. Supply Chain Management Review – scmr.com. Note: I know these are not logistics websites, but there is lots of overlap between supply chain and logistics. Below is a list of useful logistics websites. MORE
A year has passed since and Emerald Management Reviews has now announced the winners of the 2013 Citation of Excellence Awards. Building a More Complete Theory of Sustainable Supply Chain Management Using Case Studies of 10 Exemplars. Journal of Supply Chain Management, 45 (2), 37-56 DOI: 10.1111/j.1745-493X.2009.03162.x. Research Theory Article Award Supply Chain Integration Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Sustainability MORE
Supply chain talent is a growing gap for leaders. An IBM surveys report that 51% of companies are seeing an increase in turnover of supply chain leaders. This week, I have been reviewing supply chain strategy documents for companies planning their 2014 strategies. MORE
Supply chain management is everywhere and even the superheroes can give you some lessons! Background Supply chain management has gained more recognition from businesses as the strategy that helps to increase revenue and improve services. MORE
First, the Decision Sciences Journal has selected the article Managing Differentiation-Integration Duality in Supply Chain Integration by Terjesen, Patel and Sanders for its Best Paper Award for 2012. Managing Differentiation-Integration Duality in Supply Chain Integration. Supply Chain-Wide Consequences of Transaction Risks and Their Contractual Solutions: Towards an Extended Transaction Cost Economics Framework. MORE
Current logistics and supply chain management trends are discussed very often on social media sites. In the year 2000, Journal of Business Logistics published the article named " Ten Mega-Trends That Will Revolutionize Supply Chain Logistics ". MORE
The supply chain world is dominated by men. So, why is it that in this male-dominated world of supply chain there is very little chutzpah? The supply chain team takes and ships orders. The supply chain team with chutzpah has courage. MORE
7 Supply Chain Lessons from Steve Jobs. Apple Inc is regarded as the best company in the world for its cutting-edge supply chain management practices. And when the whole supply chain takes actions in sync with this strategy, the success is phenomenal! MORE
The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Manufacturing Outlook 2013 , written on behalf of KPMG, is out now. The report demonstrates that competitive advantage can be secured by enhancing supply chain networks for efficiency and innovation. In sum, the report highlights the importance of supply chain management for manufacturers. Practice Operations Management Report Supply Chain Management Trend MORE
This week, Gartner is hosting their annual supply chain conference. It is now the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. This data is then shared with Gartner’s industry analysts, and the analysts vote on which companies they think exemplify supply chain excellence. MORE
In this blog post, I share insights from Michael Corbo, the head of supply chain at Colgate. I am responsible for the supply chain processes that deliver the goods and services to the shelf globally. This is not a new mission for the supply chain organization. MORE
Supply chain complexity is increasing and it’s time we rethink our strategies. What are your plans for managing supply chain complexity in 2014? Discuss your answers to these questions at our upcoming Twitter chat happening on November 28, 2013 at 12pm CET. MORE
Today, the multi-tier capabilities for supply chain management are coming from the born-again marketplaces. It has been designed by the parties in the healthcare supply chain over the past year, and is extremely promising. MORE
I was writing the book, Bricks Matter and I wanted a better definition of Supply Chain Excellence. I believed that there was a strong tie between supply chain excellence and corporate performance. There are many drivers of market capitalization other than supply chain. MORE
SPS Commerce and Accellos Unveil Breakthrough Supply Chain Solution for Microsoft Dynamics GP. China remains an important focus for supply chain and logistics technology providers, as evidenced by this week’s announcements by Amber Road and Kewill. MORE
What if there was a talk show focused on supply chain and logistics topics? My goal was to provide supply chain and logistics executives, as well as students and young professionals, with an interactive and engaging platform to learn and network with “newsmakers and thought leaders” in the industry. The Next Big Thing in Supply Chains: The Rise of Entrusts – A Conversation with Art Mesher, CEO of Descartes (2,819 views). MORE
At the Manhattan Associates Momentum 2013 conference last month, the answer was a great conversation about transportation trends, challenges, and opportunities. Arne Gonzales , Director, Supply Chain at C&S Wholesale Grocer. MORE
University of Maryland Selects Resilinc as Supply Chain Risk Partner. Getting these conversations started at the university level with future supply chain leaders is a great step forward. Lots of interesting news to discuss today, so let’s go straight to it. MORE
History of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a relatively new discipline. Understanding of our own roots helps create the appropriate mindset, ending the rhetoric and bringing supply chain integration to reality. MORE
That was the main theme of a panel session I led at last month’s MercuryGate User Conference 2013 , which included the following 3PL executives: Shelli Austin , VP at Integrated Distribution Services (IDS). Brad Stewart , President at Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions. MORE
For all the talk about Big Data, omni-channel fulfillment, and other sexy technology, at the end of the day, bad data (and in many cases, store-level execution) remains the Achilles heel of supply chain management. Manhattan Associates Launches 2013 Inventory Optimization Release. MORE
The collapse of the garment factory in Bangladesh last week , which killed at least 705 workers and injured thousands of others, has put a spotlight on a problem that plagues many supply chains: the use of slave labor. How many slaves are in your supply chain? MORE
Today, I am proud to launch the Supply Chain Index. It is my hope that the readers of this blog will take time to either join us today to listen to the launch of the Supply Chain Index on our webinar or listen to the replay. (We Supply Chain Performance Matters. MORE
Supply Chain Management: Bigger Picture, Bigger Gains. Add in the relationships formed with suppliers and customers and you have supply chain management. When viewed in this light, supply chain management is clearly more than logistics. MORE
In the face of disruptions and volatility, supply chain managers are concerned about resilience, which can be broadly defined as “the ability of a supply chain to cope with change” ( Wieland & Wallenburg, 2013 ). Two recent publications present ways to implement supply chain resilience. First, the Business Continuity Institute has published a report that summarizes the key outcomes of its 4 th Annual Supply Chain Resilience Survey. MORE
SCM Research
FEBRUARY 15, 2013
In the face of disruptions and volatility, supply chain managers are concerned about resilience, which can be broadly defined as “the ability of a supply chain to cope with change” ( Wieland & Wallenburg, 2013 ). Two recent publications present ways to implement supply chain resilience. First, the Business Continuity Institute has published a report that summarizes the key outcomes of its 4 th Annual Supply Chain Resilience Survey.
Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 25, 2013
Today, I am proud to launch the Supply Chain Index. It is my hope that the readers of this blog will take time to either join us today to listen to the launch of the Supply Chain Index on our webinar or listen to the replay. (We Supply Chain Performance Matters.
Supply Chain Shaman
AUGUST 12, 2013
Today, I finished up a report on supply chain talent. After doing the analysis of the results, I even more firmly believe that supply chain talent is the missing link in the supply chain. Average turnover of supply chain managers is 15%.
Talking Logistics
MAY 8, 2013
The collapse of the garment factory in Bangladesh last week , which killed at least 705 workers and injured thousands of others, has put a spotlight on a problem that plagues many supply chains: the use of slave labor. How many slaves are in your supply chain?
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 24, 2013
The supply chain world is dominated by men. So, why is it that in this male-dominated world of supply chain there is very little chutzpah? The supply chain team takes and ships orders. The supply chain team with chutzpah has courage.
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 25, 2013
SAP touts “best-run companies” while the Accenture ads claim “ high-performance supply chains.” I am a nomad, searching for a good definition of supply chain excellence. It is for this reason that we started the work on the Supply Chain Index.
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The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 20, 2013
There is also a list of great logistics blogs and supply chain websites. Supply Chain Websites. Supply Chain Standard – supplychainstandard.com. Supply Chain Brain – supplychainbrain.com. Supply Chain Management Review – scmr.com. Note: I know these are not logistics websites, but there is lots of overlap between supply chain and logistics. Below is a list of useful logistics websites.
Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 19, 2013
Four decades after its creation, supply chain executives see it as slow and expensive. Supply Chain Supply sensing ASNs EDI hands free orders work·horse. noun ?w?rk-?ho?rs. rs. : a dependable person who does a lot of work. :
Quintiq
NOVEMBER 19, 2013
Supply chain complexity is increasing and it’s time we rethink our strategies. What are your plans for managing supply chain complexity in 2014? Discuss your answers to these questions at our upcoming Twitter chat happening on November 28, 2013 at 12pm CET.
Supply Chain Shaman
MAY 22, 2013
This week, Gartner is hosting their annual supply chain conference. It is now the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. This data is then shared with Gartner’s industry analysts, and the analysts vote on which companies they think exemplify supply chain excellence.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 19, 2013
What if there was a talk show focused on supply chain and logistics topics? My goal was to provide supply chain and logistics executives, as well as students and young professionals, with an interactive and engaging platform to learn and network with “newsmakers and thought leaders” in the industry. The Next Big Thing in Supply Chains: The Rise of Entrusts – A Conversation with Art Mesher, CEO of Descartes (2,819 views).
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Supply Chain Opz
JULY 7, 2013
7 Principles of Supply Chain Management Explained. Would you like to understand supply chain management concept but dont have time to study from a supply chain textbook ? 1) Adapt Supply Chain to Customers Needs. NAVIGATE. Basics. Case Studies.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 11, 2013
At the Manhattan Associates Momentum 2013 conference last month, the answer was a great conversation about transportation trends, challenges, and opportunities. Arne Gonzales , Director, Supply Chain at C&S Wholesale Grocer.
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 21, 2013
It is a discussion of supply chain design and the sharing of research that supports that the best supply chains have flexibility in the joints and are well designed on the ends to propel commerce. The supply chain group rates it the lowest. Supply Chain Team.
Supply Chain Movement
MAY 16, 2013
Integrated Supply Chain. Date: 16-17 October 2013. Organisation: Integrated Supply Chain. Driving company profitability through collaboration to enhance Supply Chain efficiencies. Improving Supply Chain Networks. >>
SCM Research
JULY 27, 2013
A year has passed since and Emerald Management Reviews has now announced the winners of the 2013 Citation of Excellence Awards. Building a More Complete Theory of Sustainable Supply Chain Management Using Case Studies of 10 Exemplars. Journal of Supply Chain Management, 45 (2), 37-56 DOI: 10.1111/j.1745-493X.2009.03162.x. Research Theory Article Award Supply Chain Integration Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Sustainability
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 23, 2013
For all the talk about Big Data, omni-channel fulfillment, and other sexy technology, at the end of the day, bad data (and in many cases, store-level execution) remains the Achilles heel of supply chain management. Manhattan Associates Launches 2013 Inventory Optimization Release.
Supply Chain Opz
AUGUST 28, 2013
7 Supply Chain Lessons from Steve Jobs. Apple Inc is regarded as the best company in the world for its cutting-edge supply chain management practices. And when the whole supply chain takes actions in sync with this strategy, the success is phenomenal!
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
Supply chain talent is a growing gap for leaders. An IBM surveys report that 51% of companies are seeing an increase in turnover of supply chain leaders. This week, I have been reviewing supply chain strategy documents for companies planning their 2014 strategies.
LeanCor
AUGUST 15, 2013
Guiding Principles in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Creating the Lean Fulfillment Stream. Managers there don’t spend time doing analysis every time they try to reduce lead time to prove that this is the correct thing to do in logistics and supply chain management.
Supply Chain Opz
MAY 30, 2013
History of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a relatively new discipline. Understanding of our own roots helps create the appropriate mindset, ending the rhetoric and bringing supply chain integration to reality.
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 9, 2013
I was writing the book, Bricks Matter and I wanted a better definition of Supply Chain Excellence. I believed that there was a strong tie between supply chain excellence and corporate performance. There are many drivers of market capitalization other than supply chain.
Quintiq
OCTOBER 9, 2013
In my previous post , I referred to the way supply chain planning and optimization (SCP&O) sits on top of ERP systems to enable optimized supply chain decisions. Supply Chain Planning & Optimization
SCM Research
MAY 19, 2013
The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Manufacturing Outlook 2013 , written on behalf of KPMG, is out now. The report demonstrates that competitive advantage can be secured by enhancing supply chain networks for efficiency and innovation. In sum, the report highlights the importance of supply chain management for manufacturers. Practice Operations Management Report Supply Chain Management Trend
LeanCor
AUGUST 7, 2013
What is “Total Lead Time” in Terms of Logistics and Supply Chain? In logistics and supply chain, total lead time is the sum of all processing time, transit time, and time spent as inventory.
Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 13, 2013
In the process, I discovered that the average process manufacturing company has reached a plateau in supply chain performance. I believe that we have reached a plateau and that supply chain performance is declining. Today’s supply chains respond.
Supply Chain Opz
SEPTEMBER 16, 2013
Supply chain management is everywhere and even the superheroes can give you some lessons! Background Supply chain management has gained more recognition from businesses as the strategy that helps to increase revenue and improve services.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
SPS Commerce and Accellos Unveil Breakthrough Supply Chain Solution for Microsoft Dynamics GP. China remains an important focus for supply chain and logistics technology providers, as evidenced by this week’s announcements by Amber Road and Kewill.
Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 26, 2013
In this blog post, I share insights from Michael Corbo, the head of supply chain at Colgate. I am responsible for the supply chain processes that deliver the goods and services to the shelf globally. This is not a new mission for the supply chain organization.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 15, 2013
University of Maryland Selects Resilinc as Supply Chain Risk Partner. Getting these conversations started at the university level with future supply chain leaders is a great step forward. Lots of interesting news to discuss today, so let’s go straight to it.
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 2, 2013
Current logistics and supply chain management trends are discussed very often on social media sites. In the year 2000, Journal of Business Logistics published the article named " Ten Mega-Trends That Will Revolutionize Supply Chain Logistics ".
SCM Research
NOVEMBER 4, 2013
First, the Decision Sciences Journal has selected the article Managing Differentiation-Integration Duality in Supply Chain Integration by Terjesen, Patel and Sanders for its Best Paper Award for 2012. Managing Differentiation-Integration Duality in Supply Chain Integration. Supply Chain-Wide Consequences of Transaction Risks and Their Contractual Solutions: Towards an Extended Transaction Cost Economics Framework.
LeanCor
OCTOBER 15, 2013
Supply Chain Management: Bigger Picture, Bigger Gains. Add in the relationships formed with suppliers and customers and you have supply chain management. When viewed in this light, supply chain management is clearly more than logistics.
Quintiq
OCTOBER 27, 2013
Supply chain planning had finally been organized. If Taylor organized supply chain planning , it took his colleague, Henry Gantt, to recognize the importance of organizing the way information was presented to planners. The new era of supply chain optimization had arrived.
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 3, 2013
Today, the multi-tier capabilities for supply chain management are coming from the born-again marketplaces. It has been designed by the parties in the healthcare supply chain over the past year, and is extremely promising.
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