Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Next Steps: Start to model demand based on market data to align the organization on baseline demand. Resist the temptation to place deeper analytics on top of existing data models. Re-implement demand planning, trade promotion management, and revenue/price management together to improve the baseline demand signal.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2023

Over the past few years, supply chain and procurement pros have faced the challenge of navigating their enterprises through one disruption after another. Despite their best efforts, current events and market dynamics caught up with them, leading to issues managing their suppliers and sourcing the materials needed for their products.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 30, 2022

However, two decades later, there is still no technology solution to enable demand visibility or help companies use channel data to translate demand into an inventory, replenishment, or manufacturing strategy. Why have we not improved our use of channel data in supply chain processes? My question is, “Why?”

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2023

Hannah is a board member of the National Association of Manufacturers, WBEC-Pacific, the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) where she also serves as WBENC Forum 1st vice chair, board chair of How Women Lead–Silicon Valley, and is a member of the Committee of 200 for executive women.

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My Office Apps

AUGUST 31, 2023

This article explores the intricate relationship between ERP evolution and the emergence of AI, highlighting their collective impact on supply chain management. ERP Evolution: From Data Management to Strategic Orchestration Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have evolved beyond their origins as mere data management tools.

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Logility

JUNE 15, 2021

It leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and near real-time data inputs to offer granular-level forecasts, and uses advanced analytics and machine learning to recognize complex patterns and provide insights into demand that might normally go unnoticed. Supply chain data management.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2024

Across the globe, manufacturing businesses are navigating economic uncertainties with increasing sophistication. Critical to guiding them through today’s fluctuating markets is the accuracy and actionable intelligence derived from data. This helps executives in planning inventory, staffing, and budget allocations.

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Logility

JULY 14, 2022

based furniture manufacturer. based furniture manufacturing company who needed support rightsizing its inventory across its global supply chain network and reducing safety stock. Supply and Demand Chain Executive honors results-proven partnership with large U.S.-based ATLANTA, GA (July 14, 2022) – Logility, Inc., and L.I.N.K.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Before I started doing this research, I believed procurement and manufacturing were aligned. While this is the case in 50% of the organizations, there are many organizations with large alignment gaps between finance/operations and procurement/manufacturing. Analytics Techniques for Supply Chain 2030. I was wrong.

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Logility

AUGUST 23, 2021

To ensure long-term growth and protect customer loyalty, businesses need to strive for the automation of supply chain planning – from anticipating emerging demand and optimizing manufacturing capacity to adjusting inventory allocations, minimizing costs, and increasing efficiency when required. Minimizing Manufacturing Changeovers.

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Machine Learning (ML): The Backbone of Intelligent BPA ML is pivotal in advancing BPA by introducing predictive analytics and decision-making capabilities into automated processes. Cloud Computing and the Modern Data Stack: Fueling AI-Powered BPA The cloud offers a scalable and flexible environment for deploying AI-driven BPA solutions.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2024

The report further indicated that Anthropic has committed to spend upwards of $4 billion on Amazon’s various Cloud infrastructure, data management software applications or custom graphics processor chips over the next five years. © Copyright 2024, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog.

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DynaSys

MARCH 17, 2020

When we left our account of mid-market manufacturer Superior Thermodynamics (ST), the company was weathering a tremendous escalation of the US-China trade war and faced the following questions: . In the end, ST still managed to exceed its profit goals and achieve revenue objectives adjusted for new market realities.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Master data management and standards are the bane of B2B connectivity. Can artificial intelligence make standard discussions obsolete, and master data management roles no longer necessary? Data today does not move at the speed of business. Future of Analytics in the Building of Supply Chain 2030.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 2, 2024

The Just-In-Time inventory management approach revolutionized manufacturing forever. Just-In-Time (JIT) Inventory Management, also known as lean manufacturing or the Toyota Production System (TPS), is a strategy that aligns raw-material orders from suppliers directly with production schedules.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 11, 2024

Data stands as the cornerstone of the global economy, offering significant leverage to businesses poised for expansion. However, data alone lacks intrinsic value. Without analytical tools and methodologies, navigating through vast amounts of data can be overwhelming.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 10, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog highlighted reported candid remarks from the CEO of aerospace manufacturer Airbus regarding the challenges of revised production and aircraft delivery plans on the company’s global supply network partners. What To Expect In The New Normal- Fostering More Connected Manufacturing And Supply Network Synchronization.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Smart organizations have embraced supply chain management platforms that provide complete transparency. The best solutions that address supply chain opportunities and threats leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to provide the data and analytics necessary to manage the modern supply chain.

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ThroughPut

MARCH 25, 2024

This practice has evolved significantly from its historical roots, largely a game of educated guesses, to today’s data-driven approach that harnesses the power of advanced analytics. Demand forecasting predicts future customer demand using historical data and market analysis. What are the Benefits of Demand Forecasting?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

It touches many departments, from production, procurement, shipping, accounting, and finance to marketing, warehousing, research and development, and sales. Supply chain management is increasingly making an impact on the overall functioning of the business and influencing C-suite decisions. Data Managers. IT Specialists.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Lean for instance is equally applicable in Supply Chain as it is in Manufacturing or anywhere else. The Supply Chain in the Financial sector is different from Manufacturing and Distribution for instance. Supply Chain has a central and pivotal role, if not the controlling responsibility, for Cash Cycle management.

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ivalua

MARCH 29, 2019

Procurement professionals need to think in more innovative ways about how we can drive competitive advantage and shareholder value for our organisations. While profit is of course important, and the procurement goal of cost reduction plays a key role here, “you cannot cut your way to growth” (or ultimate success), as the saying goes.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2023

Procurement knows how long it takes to process a purchase order. Manufacturing knows its first pass yield. Consider the following: The CFO knows earnings per share and EBIDTA. Sales knows revenue per salesperson. Customer service knows how long it takes to answer a call. Supply chain knows on-time shipments.

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QAD

APRIL 27, 2023

Earlier this year, QAD hosted a live webinar to explore and analyze the trends that are likely to dominate the procurement world over the coming months. It’s no secret that procurement teams have an amplified role within their businesses and that many are left with questions — our goal was to offer answers.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

Allastair Isbeter, DHL’s Vice President for Consumer said in an interview that “collaboration can be done by retailers, manufacturers, distributors, between logistics companies, final mile agents and between manufacturer and retailer. All work successfully when the end customer needs sit at the heart of the operation.”.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 25, 2017

As cognitive computing evolves, will we need master data management coders? Or an order management workforce? The same holds for contract manufacturers. One option is to have manufacturers directly fund technology innovation as an investment. This week, we are closing the digital procure to pay study.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 23, 2023

American imports of Mexican manufactured goods grew a staggering 26 percent according to the Kearney Reshoring Index.” The primary reason for this trend is noted as being the need for increased capabilities involving data management, visibility, and analytics.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 18, 2023

Additionally noted is that customers utilizing procurement spend management software, and SAP Business Network platform technology, can anticipate generative AI support to navigate changing supplier dynamics, engaging suppliers more effectively and enforcing compliance to processes.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 13, 2023

From an opportunity perspective, this same environment provides prospects to be able to selectively recruit needed technical, control and data management talent skills that often becomes available as other companies encounter profitability or business challenges. ports to avoid the risk of a worker slowdowns or a work stoppage.

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EC Sourcing Group

OCTOBER 12, 2020

October 13, 2020 / EC Sourcing Group, a leading global provider of SaaS sourcing technology solutions, has announced its acquisition of procurement solution provider, BidMode, with full terms of the merger remaining confidential. Impact on Analytics & Reporting – Flexibility to ingest unlimited dimensions of data across source systems.

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Precoro

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Moreover, with procurement software, it’s also possible to track supplies and approve new purchases anytime, anywhere. Enhanced communication : Specialized software often includes secure messaging features that allow healthcare providers to communicate with each other and patients while maintaining patient data confidentiality.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 9, 2015

After highlighting some of the results from the IBM study I worked on this past fall on procurement analytics, I introduced Rich Hughes, former Chief Procurement Officer from Procter & Gamble. During this period, spend under management was 50% at best, and there was significant fragmentation in the supply base.

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ivalua

AUGUST 10, 2015

Recently, I had the pleasure of hanging out with 16 different Tier 1 automotive manufacturers in the same evening. Manufacturers need better supplier information. Unfortunately, after this point of agreement, the conversations proceeded down many different paths including: data quality issues (timeliness and accuracy).

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ivalua

AUGUST 10, 2015

Recently, I had the pleasure of hanging out with 16 different Tier 1 automotive manufacturers in the same evening. Manufacturers need better supplier information. Unfortunately, after this point of agreement, the conversations proceeded down many different paths including: data quality issues (timeliness and accuracy).

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Logility

AUGUST 12, 2021

But there is good news: a convergence of process, data, and technology provides the real-time and predictive visibility needed to optimize supply chain planning, ensuring food manufacturers can build resilience now and for the future. Planning Manufacturing Based on Demand. Preparing for Market-Driven Demand.

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Xeeva

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Last week, we joined Chief Procurement Officers, heads of indirect, and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) category managers from top 500 manufacturing companies, as well as the world’s most innovative startups at ProcureCon MRO in Atlanta. Related: Manufacturing success: how procurement can leverage Industry 4.0

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Industrial Manufacturing. Sourcing & Procurement. Cloud & Big Data. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. TalentEdge – Talent Management.

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