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How Can You Improve Value in Your Supply Chain?

Supply Chain Shaman

I observe that organizations are unclear on outcomes and the definition of supply chain excellence. Because the academic literature lacks a definition of value in the supply chain, Georgia Tech is developing a series of journal articles. Supply chain excellence should be about driving value. The reason? What should we do?

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Top 12 Most-Read Supply Chain Articles Of SCMDOJO 2024

SCMDOJO

In the vast sea of supply chain information, which SCMDOJO supply chain article truly stands out? Decoding the Procurement Department: A Comprehensive Guide to Roles and Responsibilities This supply chain article provides a comprehensive overview of the procurement department within an organization.

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Battered by Fierce Winds. Will E2open Survive?

Supply Chain Shaman

When I am restless, I read articles on my phone. This notice of the Rodanthe house purchase by the National Park Service was listed in my news feed above an article that Elliott Management Partners announced a confirmed 13.8% This SPAC improved the management team’s pockets and gave E2open funds for a buying spree.

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Uh-Oh! Insights On How P&G Failed And What This Means For You

Supply Chain Shaman

Supply chain excellence is easier to say than to explain. For the purpose of this article, I will use Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) as the proxy metric to discuss asset utilization.) Keith was an undisputed leader in building talent to drive manufacturing excellence. Business leaders are action-oriented and competitive.

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Market Beat. Four Thumbs Down and One Thumb Up.

Supply Chain Shaman

Today, supply chain excellence matters more than ever. Until there are clear answers, business leaders should avoid buying software from companies with deep investments by venture capitalists. Kinaxis Purchase of Rubikloud. The purchase of Rubikloud by Kinaxis shows just how little the Kinaxis team knows about demand management.

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What Does Good Look Like S&OP?

Supply Chain Shaman

Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver. Most companies buy decision support technology, but do not redefine work to improve decisions. For each, I have attached a relevant article for supportive reading. What Does Good Look Like? Drives Value. Governance.

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Implementing Last-mile Delivery Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

To remain competitive, retailers and carriers must excel in the crucial last-mile delivery stage. To Build or To Buy Companies looking to implement new or improve existing delivery technology face a crucial decision: should they build an in-house platform or buy an existing solution from a vendor?