Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 26, 2015

Vendor Managed Inventory processes–once hailed as the panacea of demand sensing–largely operate in isolation within sales organizations (of the thirty-three organizations that we interviewed last year, no market leader has connected these demand signals). It was a cold, crisp winter in Boston.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Forecasting Modeling Forecasting Software 150

SCMDOJO

JUNE 3, 2022

And that’s no other than a purchase order. It’s hard to ignore how important Purchase Orders (POs) are to growing retail businesses. From tracking orders to managing inventory to managing cash flows and increasing sales, POs play a pivotal role in enhancing daily operations. What Is a Purchase Order? Purchase order date.

Purchasing Skills 102

Purchasing Skills Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Vendor Strategies 102

USC Consulting Group

JULY 21, 2020

” In a recent survey conducted jointly by CalAmp and Reuters Events, industry respondents were asked to name the biggest pain point they experienced as it pertained to their supply chains. Since COVID-19 was unprecedented in the Information Age, predictive analytics had nothing to draw from for guidance.

Supply Chain Disruption 72

Supply Chain Disruption Modeling Supply and Demand Demand Planning Software 72

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

More than ever, seasonal inventory needs to be carefully accounted for during the demand forecasting and inventory planning process , ensuring right-sized inventory that can meet customer expectations while limiting the spend and use of working capital. Benefits of Effective Seasonal Inventory Management.

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Inventory Optimal Sourcing Supply and Demand 156

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

That is the role of marketing or sales or procurement. Yes, I believe that supply chain overlays on top of the sales and marketing organizations and the procurement function. As I look at the building of value networks, traditional processes have moved costs and waste back in the supply chain. “ I scratch my head.

Pricing Training 261

Pricing Training Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Purchasing Training 261

ToolsGroup

MAY 18, 2022

Supply chain shortages, global events, and inflation all make it harder than ever for companies to accurately predict customer demand. There are Five Symptoms of Outdated Forecasting and Inventory Planning Software: Have you diagnosed your problem– and solution–to improved demand planning? Image source: Sturgis Journal.

Manufacturing Procurement 156

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Pricing Training Purchasing Skills 156

6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

“Additionally, a review of reporting procedures can act as a safeguard against corruption throughout operations. All stakeholders who interact with the supply chain should be aware of hotlines and other reporting mechanisms, which should establish a clear path and adequate protections for whistleblowers.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 116

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Eric Sims Eric worked for three years as a Manufacturing Group Leader and Kaizen Event Leader at OC Tanner, the world’s premier enterprise culture-building facilitator. Those inventory systems require more attention because of this (a human gig), as do programming and maintenance. And it is humanity, not machines, that innovates.

Warehousing 78

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 78

6 River Systems

JULY 25, 2019

All of the above (and other down-stream KPIs and processes) are heavily influenced by the accuracy of a demand forecast: if the demand forecast is much more accurate, a company is more likely to have the right product, in the right quantities in inventory and will have less of the products in inventory that is not required.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 96