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Supply Chain Diagnostic: A Four-Step Process

Supply Chain Shaman

In Figure 1, we show the aggregate trend of the chemical industry in an orbit chart format showing year-over-year results at the intersection of two metrics operating margin and inventory turns. Low volume inconsistent demand. Use this data to understand demand predictability. Imagine Supply Chain 2030. Declining volume.

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A River Runs Through It…

Supply Chain Shaman

Learn to navigate the river of demand. Realize that, within the organization, the concept of demand as a flow is not well understood. There are many misconceptions that must be challenged: 1) Demand Management Is Forecasting. Client Example of Demand Management Across Time Horizons. Supply Chain 2030.

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2023 Manufacturing Trends: How to Get Ready Now

OptiProERP

It enables manufacturers to monitor the performance of equipment with the help of specific performance metrics to save valuable time, resources, and money. PwC research indicates that using AR and VR in developing products and services can deliver a GDP boost of US$360 billion by 2030. AR and VR in manufacturing will reach US$2.8

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No Easter Bunny?

Supply Chain Shaman

Stuck with inputs from the traditional processes of collaborative forecasting, and traditional definitions of demand planning, demand error and bias are high. First- and second-generation supply chain applications defined demand management based on order and shipment data. The cost of the event is $1750.

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Three Logistics Imperatives for Managing Uncertainty in 2022

Logistics Viewpoints

US President Joe Biden recently announced a goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions in the country by up to 52% by 2030, compared to 2005 baseline levels. At the same time, these decisions improve financial metrics and profit margins by optimizing the productivity of physical assets and reducing the company’s fuel and energy costs.