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Supply Chain Performance Declined In the Last Decade. The Question is Why?

Supply Chain Shaman

of revenue on information technology (IT), only six percent of manufacturers drove performance at the intersection of growth and margin. Average performance in 2016-2019 across twenty-seven manufacturing sectors on inventory turns, Return on Invested Capital and operating margin was worse than in 2012-2015. Despite spending 1.1%

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Trane Technologies’ Digital Simulation Journey

DELMIA Quintiq

Trane Technologies embraces a business strategy called “The Gigaton Challenge,” which is the commitment to reduce the customer carbon footprint by one gigaton of CO 2 e by 2030. “ Trane Technologies is developing shop floor digital twins to optimize all manufacturing process development.” Focus on KPIs. Focus in KPIs.

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My Lessons in Interviewing Supply Chains to Admire Award Winners

Supply Chain Shaman

Five winners from this analysis are speaking at this year’s Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. In the 2022 analysis, twenty-two companies meet the Supply Chains to Admire Award criteria for Supply Chain improvement, performance, and value. The focus of the conference is on Supply Chain 2030. Imagine Supply Chain 2030.

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The Biggest Manufacturing Industry Trends in 2022

Unleashed

As 2022 kicks in, the manufacturing sector is being shaped by technological change and the Covid-19 pandemic. Digital, connected and smart systems are on the rise, while at the same time manufacturers face challenges such as the ‘Great Resignation’ and clogged-up supply chains – as well as increasing demand for sustainable products.

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Supply Chain Diagnostic: A Four-Step Process

Supply Chain Shaman

Lab work testing follows vital sign analysis. In my work with manufacturing companies recently, I am thinking a lot about the need for diagnostic testing. When I asked for an analysis of the customer service data with a root cause analysis, it was not available. Use the peer group analysis to establish realistic targets.

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The Dire Need for Data Automation in the Manufacturing Industry | AFFLINK

AFFLINK

Automation in manufacturing can help be the driving force to lift some of the burden felt by many distributors across the globe. Upstream Supply Issues Manufacturers are struggling with the same product and shipping delays as consumers. Top Distributor Challenges: 1. Over the last 12 months, 58% reported additional demand increases.

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Positive News for Key Decision-Makers About Sustainable Business Transformation

DELMIA Quintiq

With less than 10 years left to the 2030 deadline of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it is clear that we are all not yet doing enough to achieve global sustainability targets. The Answer Lies in Virtual Twin Technology. greenhouse gas emissions) Lead by example in creating a positive impact on the world.