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Metrics that Matter: Inventory Effectiveness

QAD

It is critical to monitor inventory effectiveness using five key metrics: Expedited orders, inventory turns, obsolete inventory, safety stock and stockouts. Whether you measure purchase orders or customer orders—and you should do both—high numbers indicate problems in your inventory planning and flow.

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Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech August 30 2023

Supply Chain Matters

Redwood has indicated a commitment to solving the ability to source battery anode and cathode components in the United States and producing them from an increasing amount of recycled content. According to the announcement , this start-up aims to develop breakthroughs in Generative AI , Large Language Models and Business Analytics.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Digital Disruption: Closing the Connectivity Gap in Manufacturing with Digital Operations

GlobalTranz

A global marketplace is emerging that represents a huge opportunity for manufacturing. But the market is segmented, demanding specialization that will be tough for traditional manufacturers to handle. Technology and Manufacturing: It is a Part of the Cerasis DNA & How we Empower our Manufacturing Shippers.

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QAD Solutions Guide: Offering Overview

QAD

Founded in 1979, QAD began as a small startup solution working with local companies to address a large gap in complete, integrated business software for manufacturing companies. As manufacturing businesses took their brands globally, we adapted quickly to keep up and our software has adapted as well. Supplier Relationship Management.

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Companies Using ERP: Case Studies

QAD

This type of software is used by businesses to plan and oversee routine operations, such as supply chain management, manufacturing, services, project management, customer relationship management, risk management, compliance, accounting and procurement. Enhanced data collection and reporting.

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ERP vs CRM: Key Differences and Benefits

QAD

Manufacturers and suppliers today are challenged constantly to become more accurate, efficient, and profitable to survive the constant change and disruption in the world around them. A variety of industries can benefit from manufacturing ERP software , including: Industrial Equipment and Components. Manufacturing. Automotive.

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The worst Supply Chain practices must be confessed and not only by constraint

KEPLER Consulting

Non-updated product sheets in ERP (purchase price, MOQ, Incoterm,…) resulting in non-compliant supplier orders . 3/ Workflow Management. 4/ Performance Management: QCD element animation. A relevant dashboard and the ABC of a successful Supply Chain management and performance control. Sources Cachon G.P.