USC Consulting Group

AUGUST 17, 2020

However, with manufacturers and supply chains across the world reeling with the ongoing problems the pandemic has presented, we are seeing a definite shift in the ways business is conducted. Overall, factory shutdown and manufacturing delays have shrunk foreign direct investment by 5-15% , as global trade and supply is interrupted.

Manufacturing Procurement 81

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QAD

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

But what if every pizza shop in America all of a sudden asked a single pizza oven manufacturer to build and ship an extra oven per shop? How does a manufacturer organize operations to meet unexpected demand shifts without creating inefficiency for the rest of the year? Today’s manufacturers are running more lean than ever.

Manufacturing Procurement 81

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Industrial IoT and big data are converging to enable demand-driven 'smart supply chains.' The advancements in 3D printing and 'Additive Manufacturing,' coupled with supply chain efficiencies, could make distributed manufacturing a reality, ushering in the era of smart manufacturing.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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OptiProERP

JUNE 14, 2022

But once the organization grows, it is hard to coordinate different functions such as accounting, purchasing, sales, HR, customer relations, and the supply chain on multiple systems. Transferring data from one system to another is a time-consuming, manual task that diverts your team from focusing on other high-value tasks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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ThroughPut

APRIL 6, 2020

Supply chain optimization is a key component of the manufacturing supply chain process, helping companies control their input costs to be able to provide effective goods or services to their customers. It also evaluates the various possibilities such as the best plants to manufacture the required product lines. Inventory control.

Optimal Sourcing 59

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 3, 2019

One of the most common misconceptions about manufacturing is that it’s data-driven. Thankfully, they can all be mitigated with data. Why Data Is a Unique Asset for Manufacturers. Data is one of the most important assets for all companies. Therefore, embracing data is essential for remaining relevant.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Supply Chain Trend

MAY 14, 2017

Big data has been one of the concepts to dominate the supply-chain scene for a while. There is no denying that we’re getting more connected, we consume more and more data, and we produce exponentially more data, but like any concept, big data is not a holy grail for every supply chain. INDUSTRY SPECIFICS.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 2, 2020

Supply chain optimization is a key component of the manufacturing supply chain process, helping companies control their input costs to be able to provide effective goods or services to their customers. It also evaluates the various possibilities such as the best plants to manufacture the required product lines. Inventory control.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Freightos

MARCH 23, 2016

And, like many other logistics startups , we’re particularly enthusiastic about how Big Data can change the way goods are moved around the world. Getting Smart With Logistics Big Data. A more stressful environment for manufacturers and shipping companies. The result? Bottom line?

Big Data 120

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Big data applications are already impacting supply chain entities around the globe, but some of its most interesting possibilities may have yet to be realized. However, the current progression of big data does give rise to some very tangible benefits to your company within the next five years.

Big Data 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

As Allyson presented her story of working for multiple consumer products companies, with very advanced technologies (demand sensing, advanced automation of forecasting, data lakes and descriptive analytics), she spoke of why at the end of the day, the most important technology that she uses is Excel. The question is, “Why?”

Optimal Sourcing 217

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ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

From a manufacturing perspective, logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. This involved procurement, maintenance, and transportation of military facilities, services, materials, and personnel.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

From a manufacturing perspective, logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. This involved procurement, maintenance, and transportation of military facilities, services, materials, and personnel.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

From a manufacturing perspective, logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. This involved procurement, maintenance, and transportation of military facilities, services, materials, and personnel.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

ThroughPut

DECEMBER 3, 2019

One of the most common misconceptions about manufacturing is that it’s data-driven. Thankfully, they can all be mitigated with data. Why Data Is a Unique Asset for Manufacturers. Data is one of the most important assets for all companies. Therefore, embracing data is essential for remaining relevant.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 9, 2024

Manufacturers also became accustomed to an abundant supply of raw materials, leading to low prices and downward spiral in investments. Manufacturers should question whether such items can survive the pressures of ESG reporting requirements, carbon taxes and consumer demand for ESG.”

Supply Chain Design Software 130

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ThroughPut

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

Manufacturing Must Be Data-Driven. One of the most common misconceptions about manufacturing is that it’s data-driven. Thankfully, they can all be mitigated with data. Why Data Is a Unique Asset for Manufacturers. Data is one of the most important assets for all companies. September 23, 2019.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Source E2open Shipping Index). The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. Still, organizations are less willing to test and try technology innovation due to the restrictions and guide rails placed on software procurement and deployment. Focus on Cost. Less Collaborative.

Procurement Analytics 217

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2024

Can we build collaborative platforms for role-based discussions across commercial (sales and marketing) and operations (manufacturing, logistics, and purchasing) teams? MRO Additive Manufacturing Not Forecastable Machine sensing to improve proactivity. Maximize Customer Service Agile 6. in inventory value.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Kevin Nelson, a chief procurement officer and senior vice president at BD, agreed to be interviewed on this topic. Mr. Nelson points out that it is possible for a sourcing problem deep in a supply chain to halt production for BD. BD and its 75,000 employees ship more than 45 billion devices annually to customers in over 190 countries.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Containers wait at each ship node for the chassis. Build capabilities to manage planning master data. Manage Make, Source, and Deliver Together. At the enterprise level, manufacturers and retailers focus on corporate efficiency. Figure 1: Current State of a Global Manufacturer of White Goods. Volume is up.

Analytics Software 195

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Four industries–B2B Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Retail Apparel, and Food Manufacturing–grew inventory during the pandemic. In contrast, other sectors reached unprecedented shortages, including Semiconductors, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Contract Manufacturing, and Retail Home Improvement. The reason? (Bi-directional

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Everything from contrast dye, to tubing, to medical devices with embedded semiconductor chips would suddenly become difficult to source. For example, when a UPS strike was looming last year, the Interos solution automatically highlighted Cooper’s strategic suppliers that relied on UPS for shipping.

Supply Chain Planning Software 249

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Containers wait at each ship node for the chassis. Build capabilities to manage planning master data. Manage Make, Source, and Deliver Together. At the enterprise level, manufacturers and retailers focus on corporate efficiency. Figure 1: Current State of a Global Manufacturer of White Goods. Volume is up.

Analytics Software 195

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 12, 2019

These sources while functional are difficult to connect. In my experience, usually only 1/3 of data needed for visibility is transactional data. Most deployments focus on functional excellence–manufacturing, transportation, customer service or procurement. Figure 1 is a picture from a client.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2014

“The idea of the value chain is based on the process view of organizations, the idea of seeing a manufacturing (or service) organisation as a system, made up of subsystems each with inputs, transformation processes and outputs. ” Institute for Manufacturing, 2013. __. E2open last week announced the purchase of Serus.

Optimal Sourcing 283

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2023

Organizations then convert those demand forecasts to the associated quantities of raw materials to purchase, goods to be manufactured, or finished products to ship. Demand forecasts are improved with access to downstream data (point of sale, Nielsen retail data, and access to competitor promotion schedules).

Forecasting 189

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Four industries–B2B Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Retail Apparel, and Food Manufacturing–grew inventory during the pandemic. In contrast, other sectors reached unprecedented shortages, including Semiconductors, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Contract Manufacturing, and Retail Home Improvement. The reason? (Bi-directional

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Optimal Sourcing 195

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Four industries–B2B Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Retail Apparel, and Food Manufacturing–grew inventory during the pandemic. In contrast, other sectors reached unprecedented shortages, including Semiconductors, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Contract Manufacturing, and Retail Home Improvement. The reason? (Bi-directional

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Optimal Sourcing 195

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

According to PLS Logistics , global companies will install procurement managers in China for entire organizations by 2025. There was a time when buying a computer was considered a once-in-a-decade purchase, if not once-in-a-lifetime. Globalization Will Become More Important in Everyday Decisions. The Amazon Barbell Will Gain Power.

Resource Reduction 205

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 18, 2014

Philip Evans shares how today’s consumer is sharing a colossal amount of data to come to a buying decision. Some people call this “Big Data”. Others consider how this “data” is used, and use the term “Omni-Channel” or “Internet of Things”. 3PL’s, Contract Manufacturing, Suppliers, Logistics providers….

Modeling 263

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Data collection and integration tools underpin big data innovation. Big data has been growing more important in the supply chain sector as businesses look to eke out every bit of value they can through greater operational insights. ” Putting Big Data Into Practice. .

Big Data 52

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Data collection and integration tools underpin big data innovation. Big data has been growing more important in the supply chain sector as businesses look to eke out every bit of value they can through greater operational insights. ” Putting Big Data Into Practice. .

Big Data 52

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Computerized Shipping and Tracking. With the aid of modern technologies and web-based software, like a transportation management system (TMS), you can simplify the supply process and dramatically reduce shipping errors. Source: Morai Logistics. Source: SupplyChainOpz.com. 9 Facts About RFID Technology in Logistics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

Manufacturers are Now Selling Directly to Consumers. Retailers can no longer have their heads in the sand, but neither can consumer products manufacturers. Note that apparel manufacturing is growing and apparel retail is declining. Traditional supply chains ship cases, pallets and trucks; but not the EACH. The difference?

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Shipping approximately 400 million selling units consisting of 700 million manufactured units per year, Carter’s employs about 4,000 employees at its peak. The company leverages globally sourcing strategies to buy products at a lower cost and then deploys some unique process logic to drive mass customization for retailers.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

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DynaSys

APRIL 9, 2019

Supply Chain Management (SCM) is critical to the business in keeping up with global regulatory changes, increased efficiency in demand and manufacturing of product, inventory buffers, and shipping and distribution of product. Only after the drug or device is developed, manufactured, sold or distributed is the patient consulted.

Pharmaceutical 80

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