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Elevating The Voice of the Supply Chain Contrarian

Supply Chain Shaman

As you read this blog, I hope that you will see me as a positive contrarian versus an old curmudgeon. ” I believe that the industry is stuck. My question is, “How do we break the conventional norms to drive breakthrough thinking?” While companies talk digital, the projects follow traditional supply-centric paths.

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Why Independent Software Vendors are a Valuable Part of Your ERP System

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

An ISV makes software that is compatible with the ERP system you use. They deliver solutions that provide additional functionality to enhance the ERP system. Typically, ERP vendors offer the broader applications companies need, while ISVs fill gaps in narrow areas of need and augment the ERP software.

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Is Your Supply Chain ‘Ready for Anything’?

ToolsGroup

Outdoor products manufacturer Thule faced growing distribution complexity and challenges due to the seasonal nature of its products, creating intermittent demand and a slow-moving spare parts inventory. . That’s why we announced a new brand identity here at ToolsGroup last week: ‘Be ready for anything.’ Be Ready for Anything.

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What is Supply Chain Management? Importance & Benefits

QAD

Industries Utilizing Supply Chain Management Supply chain management is applicable to most industries, but here are a few examples of growing fields: Industrial Manufacturers – Today’s consumers demand products that fall in the categories of configure-to-order, make-to-order, and assemble-to-order.

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Here’s How SKF Clinched the Gartner Supply Chainnovator Award with Digital Twin

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup extends congratulations to SKF, which edged out tough competition from other finalists Shell Lubricants and Siemens to win the 2020 Gartner Supply Chainnovator Award in the Industrial category. SKF’s use of a digital twin for analytics to support integrated planning demonstrated exceptional supply chain innovation.

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6 Inventory Control Techniques for Stock Optimization

EazyStock

There are hundreds of inventory control blog posts on how to organize warehouses, track goods and pick and pack efficiently. Inventory control is the process of managing and regulating the supply, storage and distribution of stock. Read our blog on demand forecasting accuracy for more details. What is stock optimization?

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Let’s Make It an Espresso. Outside-in Is Not an Evolution

Supply Chain Shaman

They read my last blog – A Pot of Coffee –and they have challenged me to boil it down to a cup of espresso. They will develop new patterns daily on new item and category acceptance. How does this affect ERP deployments and the definition of the integrated supply chain? This manufacturer is an industry leader.