AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

With rising supply chain complexity, organizations are racing to improve the pace and quality of decision-making. Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. Source: Gartner, Market Guide for Supply Chain Analytics Technology, May 28, 2019.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 262

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Analytics 262

QAD

JULY 15, 2021

While the collaboration amongst manufacturers both within the life sciences domain and across the ecosystem was truly admirable, the question that now remains is what happens next? Are manufacturers ready for the next disruption? . Post-Pandemic Recommendations for Life Sciences Manufacturers. Automation and Pharma 4.0

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 97

Kinaxis

JUNE 26, 2017

by Dr. Madhav Durbha As supply chain professionals, we can grow insular in our thinking, as on a day-to-day basis we risk confining ourselves narrowly to our domain of responsibility or solving challenges specific to our regions. The 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo was one such opportunity.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 0

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

With rising supply chain complexity, organizations are racing to improve the pace and quality of decision-making. Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. This is changing, as vendors are increasingly invested in making this technology more accessible for end users.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 207

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Analytics 207

AIMMS

APRIL 11, 2018

The food supply chain is complex and challenging. Changing consumer preferences, rising competition and new technologies are compelling food companies to rethink their approach to supply chain management. What are the typical supply chain challenges these companies face? How can TacticalOps help?

Optimization Software 156

Optimization Software Modeling Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimization Modeling 156

Elementum

MAY 26, 2022

You don’t have to look very hard to find alarming headlines about supply chain issues today, as supply chain resilience continues to be maximally challenged by a stubborn snarl of inter-related difficulties. Supply Chain Issues: Self -Imposed Problems. Supply Chain Disruption: A Closer Look at Macro Factors.

Supply Chain Disruption 78

Supply Chain Disruption Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Software 78

IQMS

AUGUST 15, 2018

92% of all manufacturers say they are either on the same level as or ahead of their peers when it comes to Digital Manufacturing. 68% of manufacturers are making Digital Manufacturing their highest priority today. Key takeaways from the digital manufacturing study. You can download the report here (PDF, 24 pp.,

Manufacturing 40

Manufacturing Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Inventory Reduction 40

MIT Supply Chain

JULY 17, 2014

And we can draw some important lessons from this wonderful spectacle – including ones that are particularly relevant to supply chain leaders. The most fancied competitor, Brazil, was humiliated, in front of its home crowd, in a 1-7 defeat by Germany (more of that later). And so it is in the supply chain world.

Costa Rica 99

Costa Rica Brazil Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 99

Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 11, 2013

Supply chain is about thinking in terms of processes, customer values and collaboration, which is a word that she used frequently.” So said the jury that awarded Allison Thomas, supply chain director at PepsiCo Benelux, the title of ‘Supply Chain Professional 2013’. “I 14 | Cross-border supply chains.

Supply Chain Design Software 94

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Manufacturing Procurement 94

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 6, 2015

In the process of compiling the Supply Chains to Admire report for last year’s Supply Chain Insights Global Summit , the research team at Supply Chain Insights calculated the rate of supply chain improvement of companies by industry for the period of 2006-2013 and 2009-2013.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 150

Unleashed

MARCH 31, 2021

We live in a global economy and that has made the supply chain all the more important – these days partner companies could be anywhere in the world, facing any number of challenges. However, when people refer to supply chains, they often use the terms ‘supply chain’ and ‘logistics’ interchangeably.

Supply Chain Planning Software 69

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 69

Supply Chain Network

JUNE 30, 2011

If the mantra of the real estate industry is “Location, Location, Location”, the new mantra of supply chain executives is fast becoming “Collaboration, Collaboration, Collaboration”. In fact, all of the BRIC countries are now in the top 10 economies, with Brazil at 9, Russia at 6, India at 4 and China 2nd.

Supply Chain Software 103

Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Cost Reduction Strategies 103

Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2015

As I wrote last October, all signs point to Mexico playing a greater role in supply chains , as companies across a variety of industries grow their presence in the country, either manufacturing in Mexico or growing their supplier base there.

Mexico 100

Mexico Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 100

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

JANUARY 14, 2020

The Körber Group continues to invest in its Business Area Logistics Systems, acquiring a majority stake in Brazil-based Otimis Ltda. The supply chain management software and consulting company grows and strengthens warehousing and logistics operations for customers across the globe.

Supply Chain Execution 40

Supply Chain Execution Supply Chain Software Brazil Supply Chain 40

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Technology can have a significant impact on supply chains, but supply chain digitization still lags behind digitization of other areas of business across many industries. Still, there are several technologies that are transforming supply chains for the organizations that adopt them.

Supply Chain Planning Software 298

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 298

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 29, 2018

Recently, I spoke on the future of supply chain management at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Forum. For him, this meant growing top-line revenue with less supply chain inventory. Ajay, shown here, has a strong background of 25 years in supply chain planning. As he talked, I smiled.

Supply Chain Planning Software 0

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Modeling 0

Arkieva

JULY 23, 2015

From my observations, movement of material through a company’s supply chain is increasingly becoming a major portion of delivered costs. A good example of this would be Martins, located in Brazil. There is one other complexity when dealing with Brazil. Each state within Brazil has its own tax system.

Network Design Software 60

Network Design Software Network Design Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 60

RFgen

MAY 7, 2015

Supply chain disruptions can be mitigated with mobile data collection software. Manufacturing organizations thrive in an environment where technology, infrastructure and culture come together to limit the potential damage done by supply chain disruptions. Complexity. Regulatory Challenges.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 52

RFgen

MAY 7, 2015

Supply chain disruptions can be mitigated with mobile data collection software. Manufacturing organizations thrive in an environment where technology, infrastructure and culture come together to limit the potential damage done by supply chain disruptions. Complexity. Regulatory Challenges.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 52

Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. Here is what I expect to see next year: Global supply chain footprints will continue to expand.

Predictive Analytics 117

Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Design Software 117

Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 16, 2017

India is on the cusp of a supply chain transformation that may end up being nothing short of a major game changer. This usually leads to a lively discussion as to why companies in India have surprising supply chain configurations. A system of poor supply chain incentives. By IMD Professor Ralf W. A new game.

India 60

India Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software 60

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The VP of Supply Chain and Logistics at our house (aka my wife) has been out of the country this week. So, while I count the days and hours and minutes until she gets back, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) Activates For Latest Major Hurricane Of 2018.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 101

Demand Solutions

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

They run a small, up-and-coming, entirely fictional manufacturer called XYZ Corporation (I think they’re working on a new name, but their branding agency hasn’t gotten back to them). XYZ is now outsourcing a lot of its manufacturing to Vietnam. They’ve added social technology to the platform. “Nope.

Supply and Demand 100

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Software Vietnam Supply Chain 100

Unleashed

DECEMBER 15, 2019

This strategy involves a country from a high-cost country area — typically US, UK, Canada, Australia, and West European nations — purchasing materials from resource-rich low-cost countries; think China, India, Indonesia, Bolivia, Brazil, Russia, Mexico, and East European nations. Leverage manufacturers and their network.

Manufacturing Procurement 83

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 83

Arkieva

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Recently, I attended the Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. The theme of the event was to imagine the Supply Chain of 2025. The size of the group allowed for some good networking and very passionate conversations among colleagues who care about the supply chain industry.

Supply Chain Software 60

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain 60

Resilinc

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Countries worldwide have announced policies to promote the shift toward green technologies—especially electric vehicles (EVs). In India, the national Production Linked Incentive (PLI) is set to encourage domestic EV manufacturing—and this is just a glimpse of the latest policies worldwide. What is Nickel?

Alloy 58

Alloy Material Savings Price Reduction Purchasing Skills 58

ivalua

JUNE 2, 2016

For those of you who are executives in Supply Chain, Procurement or New Product Introduction/Development, this is a must read. Challenges in this new manufacturer/supplier partnership Burton cites include: Risk management. Burton predicts that China and Brazil will become hubs for global sourcing. Globalization.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

For most companies today there is great room for improvement in the supply chain. Companies want a supply chain that is more aligned and agile. Current State of Supply Chains. His demand signal was worse in global markets, especially Brazil. It is cautious, reactive and traditional. But, guess what?

Supply Chain Design Software 279

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 279

Arena Solutions

JUNE 8, 2021

It requires effective communication among product teams so design, prototype, engineering, and manufacturing stages stay on track. The supply chain strategy—are you consigned, turnkey, hybrid, or ”appliance” manufacturing? The supply chain strategy—are you consigned, turnkey, hybrid, or ”appliance” manufacturing?

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 52

Supply Chain View from the Field

JANUARY 13, 2015

Global supply chain footprints will continue to expand. No question the global supply chain is still going strong. So while globalization hasn’t gone away, people are re-thinking global supply chain outsourcing, particularly as wages and risks are both rising in global emerging countries.

Negotiating Skills 60

Negotiating Skills Predictive Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software 60

EcoVadis

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Rising protectionist politics and trade wars will spur volatility and localization in supply chains. Together, these events set the scene for tension and volatility throughout the supply chain. Corporate commitment to supply chain transparency is going to skyrocket.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 29, 2018

Recently, I spoke on the future of supply chain management at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Forum. For him this meant growing top-line revenue with less supply chain inventory. Ajay, shown here, has a strong background of twenty-five years in supply chain planning. The Project.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 75

Logility

AUGUST 24, 2022

ATLANTA (August 24, 2022) American Software, Inc. million for the same period last year, and software license revenues were $0.3 For the Supply Chain business, professional services revenues for the quarter ended July 31, 2022 increased by 8% to $5.2 Sears Manufacturing Co., Company and Technology.

Network Design Software 130

Network Design Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Network Optimization Software 130

Logility

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Update on the Christmas Express Supply Chain. Around this time last year I had a call with the jolly old man of the north to talk over some ideas on how he and his army of elves might improve the Christmas Express Supply Chain (CESC). As you can imagine, the CESC is global, complex and full of uncertainty.

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Video Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 113

Aera Technology

OCTOBER 31, 2016

No one can sympathize with the unique challenges of the pharmaceutical supply chain like Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks. From there, if all checks out, manufacturing and distribution can begin, at which point, it’s been about eight years since Hank was found on the open ocean.

Pharmaceutical 58

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Brazil 58

Talking Logistics

MARCH 30, 2016

As shippers of all sizes expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations, they have to navigate the complexities involved with global transportation management. What are the main challenges global shippers face today? “It

Global Transportation 100

Global Transportation Transportation Global Supply Chain Network Software 100

BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2018

Manufacturing and retail transformations, technology disruptions and digitalization of data have redefined the roles of distributors and third party logistics (3PLs). Additionally, technology, machine learning and the tightening workforce are now front and center in the CEO agenda. Consumerization of B2B Services.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 54

Logistics Network Optimization Software Distribution Sourcing Strategies United Kingdom 54