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Congrats to the Winners of the Supply Chains to Admire 2023

Supply Chain Shaman

How Do You Define Excellence? In retrospect, I find that technology is an enabler, but only if we are clear on what defines supply chain excellence. Many believe that an ex-supply chain exec knows the definition of supply chain excellence. Here, I share my insights: Companies Struggle with the Definition of Supply Chain.

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Logistics Predictions: How Did We Do in 2022 and What Will 2023 Look Like?

Logistics Viewpoints

Near the end of 2021, I had the chance to make the early call on Logistics Viewpoints on what 2022 would look like across five major logistics themes. Unlike the folks projecting election results these days, I was a little more accurate and the 2022 projections have set the stage for what will happen in 2023. Somewhat nailed it.

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How We Stubbed Our Toe in The Evolution of S&OP

Supply Chain Shaman

In 2022, I frequently ask companies to draw their river of demand. Demand latency is two-eight weeks delayed from consumption purchase to translate to an order. Organizations can align to drive value despite the allegiance to functional metrics. For validation, listen to the ongoing Q1 and Q2 earnings calls. Mistake #3.

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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. He has an MBA from UCLA. Our Rating: 5/5 2.

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Why Strategic Brand Management is Important!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! Ask managers their definition of the company’s vision. In this way, you will position yourself better in the market, because customers will know why they should buy from you. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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When Variability Is Our Only Constant

Supply Chain Shaman

By definition, this requires a global supply chain. In the United States, fire activity increased in February and March 2022—fire is not just a California issue. The journey needs to start with clear definitions. Lots of leaders throw these words around without clear definitions.). My response is “Hogwash.”

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Technology and the Changing Nature of Logistics

Enterra Insights

It spans the purchase of raw materials to the final delivery of the merchandise to the customer, including the intermediate processing of the goods. Which data metrics are most relevant to your demand forecasting? Definition and differences from logistics ,” Interlake Mecalux, 22 May 2020. [2] ”[1]. .”[3]