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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. Executive teams strive to drive improvement in supply chain results; yet, sadly, only four percent of public companies succeed. Keith was an undisputed leader in building talent to drive manufacturing excellence. The reason? Discontinued in 2011.

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How to Benchmark Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

Well, I asked Steven Thacker, one of our benchmarking management experts, exactly that question! What is Benchmarking? Benchmarking is essentially comparing; comparing one against another. Those levels are “benchmarks”. Of course, benchmarks and benchmarking can cover all kinds of different things, at work or elsewhere.

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Using Logistics Data to Improve CPG Supply Chain Performance

Zipline Logistics

Download the free white paper to learn more about how data can be used to reduce logistics spend while improving supply chain performance. Logistics data refers to the metrics used to track, measure, and benchmark parts of your supply chain’s performance. What is Logistics Data? Contact Us.

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Who Should Be In The Winner’s Circle?

Supply Chain Shaman

When Gartner purchased AMR Research in December 2009, the methodology became the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. Popular Beliefs on Supply Chain Excellence Do Not Align With Results. . The curtain is provided by a number of event companies that hold the supply chain market hostage by marketing bad events.

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10 Inventory Control Techniques That Are Evergreen

SCMDOJO

Understanding the most valuable inventory control techniques, along with utilizing inventory control template Excel, is essential if you want to ensure effective inventory management. This is achieved by helping business owners determine the right time to restock their items or purchase materials for production.

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Retailers guide to win holiday promotions

Cognira

This blog explores the trends that define this year’s holiday season and the factors that draw the consumer path to purchase. Consumers leverage AI-powered benchmarking tools to track the price of their favorite items and make the purchase once it hits its lowest point.

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Supply Chain Department – A Typical Structure

SCMDOJO

Customer service Despite Customer service being an integral part of the supply chain, as it involves ensuring timely and accurate delivery, handling customer inquiries and complaints, and maintaining strong relationships with customers, they do not report to the Supply chain head. Enroll Now! Get your guide now!