Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

We were discussing the results of the planning benchmarking work that we have just finished, and I was sharing some insights on inventory management when one of the panelists emphatically stated, “Inventory is a waste to manage. We feel so strongly about this that we do not have an inventory planning role.”

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OptiProERP

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

With 2024 on the horizon, more manufacturers are adopting smart manufacturing technology. It is helping them capture benefits across the entire manufacturing value chain. Examples of intelligent factories include on-demand manufacturing and virtual inventories.

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OptiProERP

JANUARY 17, 2023

Manufacturers need specific functionality to run their businesses effectively. Let’s examine what ERP functionality is critical for discrete manufacturers. Inventory Management. Having the right inventory on hand to build your products is crucial. It should track the status and location of every inventory item.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Bill started his career in the Buyer Training Program at Macy’s, moved to Loehmann’s (a $500M retailer) where he ran the Company as COO / CIO. He has worked with companies like Barneys, the Hearst Corporation, and SDI Systems, a logistics automation manufacturer.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 28, 2020

What is Capacity planning software? Capacity planning software is a programmable solution that helps manufacturing organizations understand the actual production capacity needed to address fluctuating demands for its products and services. How much capacity buffer is needed for those?

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ThroughPut

APRIL 28, 2020

What is Capacity planning software? Capacity planning software is a programmable solution that helps manufacturing organizations understand the actual production capacity needed to address fluctuating demands for its products and services. How much capacity buffer is needed for those?

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ThroughPut

APRIL 28, 2020

What is Capacity planning software? Capacity planning software is a programmable solution that helps manufacturing organizations understand the actual production capacity needed to address fluctuating demands for its products and services. How much capacity buffer is needed for those?

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Product businesses are holding more stock than ever before, creating new cash flow problems for manufacturers. Tim Wright: Founder of two medical equipment manufacturing companies and currently MD of Langcroft Consultancy – specialists in digital transformation. Review how you manufacture things,” Tim says.

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Unleashed

MARCH 8, 2023

Choosing the best inventory management software isn’t easy. This guide is designed to inform you which features are most important, the best time to invest in inventory software, and the costs you can expect to pay. Key considerations Manual management of inventory is time-consuming and prone to error. What’s your budget?

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2024

Supply Chain Insights Training, 2024 The Opportunity Based on my research, I believe there is an opportunity to reduce the number of planning roles by 80-85%. Can we build collaborative platforms for role-based discussions across commercial (sales and marketing) and operations (manufacturing, logistics, and purchasing) teams?

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PINC

APRIL 29, 2020

The global pandemic has thrown manufacturers, distributors, and retailers into a mode that most have never experienced before. As capacity continues to tighten and there are fewer drivers on the road, it’s a requirement to keep them safe,” Gartner’s Carly West said in a press release. Major Beverage Manufacturing company.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

We have heard that there is a focus on near-shoring, reshoring, and local manufacturing. The availability of capacity in industries like the semiconductor industry is tight. Building a fab (manufacturing site) takes two-to-four years and requires the availability of water and trained labor. Does this solve the problem?

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OptiProERP

AUGUST 19, 2022

Throughput is the time it takes for a product to pass through manufacturing processes on a machine-by-machine basis for a defined period. It is key to understanding how your manufacturing team is doing. Quick and efficient production is the goal of manufacturers. Lack of machine(s) capacity to meet demand.

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Logility

AUGUST 24, 2023

Your Comprehensive Guide to Production Planning Software The benefits of production planning software vs scheduling are about the granularity of the plan: capacity plans (or master production schedules) are not granular and factor in less granular things, like high level capacity, forecasts, inventory, and transfer times.

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Locus Robotics

MARCH 9, 2023

By Geoff Whiting, Senior Writer, Red Stag Fulfillment Applying automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to supply chain management is an excellent way for manufacturers to increase the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of operations. In some settings, IoT devices can detect defects and notify staff of quality control issues.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

We have heard that there is a focus on near-shoring, reshoring, and local manufacturing. The availability of capacity in industries like the semiconductor industry is tight. Building a fab (manufacturing site) takes two-to-four years and requires the availability of water and trained labor.” Does this solve the problem?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S. Inventories at U.S. Target has been testing high-capacity van routes at Dallas and Minneapolis sortation centers. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2016

Everyone seems to be clamoring to get on the big data and analytics train. Part of this drive toward more interest in analytics in distribution and manufacturing comes from the ability of analytics to reduce inefficiencies dramatically and increase productivity in both physical and virtual sales environments.

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Unleashed

MARCH 15, 2019

Inventory accuracy is vital to an organisation’s long-term success. Profits depend on the sale of inventory stock and if you don’t know what or how much you are selling then you could be missing an opportunity to maximise sales. Inventory control strategies. Get automated. Get tracing.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Limited Warehouse Capacity. After the shipping delays and supply shortages that were caused by COVID-19, many businesses have opted to keep more inventory on-hand in distribution centers. The reason for this is to be prepared if manufacturers are forced to shut down due to outbreaks. Inventory Pileup.

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Vanguard Software

AUGUST 31, 2021

Capacity planning creates real value in ensuring businesses can meet customer demand, and it is a critical path for a positive customer experience. . Defining capacity planning. Capacity is the ability to receive, contain, or deliver its products. Successfully plan your capacity. Demand Planning Forecasting Application.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Container inventory is imbalanced. This is not a new problem; but it is exacerbated by volume increases, COVID labor issues, and port infrastructure capacity issues. At the enterprise level, manufacturers and retailers focus on corporate efficiency. Fourteen of twenty-eight industries have rising inventories. What to do?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

Once you know where that truck (or train, plane or container) is, that’s when things get really interesting. It was precisely the industry’s inability to make real-time decisions (based on real-time data) that was at the root of depleted store shelves, clogged ports and warehouses overflowing with excess inventory. Lesson learned.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Container inventory is imbalanced. This is not a new problem; but it is exacerbated by volume increases, COVID labor issues, and port infrastructure capacity issues. At the enterprise level, manufacturers and retailers focus on corporate efficiency. Fourteen of twenty-eight industries have rising inventories. What to do?

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

by Dr. Madhav Durbha CSX, one of the only two railroad operators in the USA that handles nearly all the shipments that move by train east of the Mississippi River has been experiencing serious challenges since the month of May. This has led to increased costs, not to mention all the inventory stuck in-transit.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 20, 2023

If a manufacturer has to wait an extra day for raw materials to arrive, they might lose a customer. In manufacturing, for example, lead time refers to the amount of time it takes for a product to move through the entire production process , from when the initial order or request was made to the final delivery. Let’s dive in.

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OptiProERP

APRIL 17, 2022

The shop floor is the cornerstone of the manufacturing process. When well managed, the shop floor works at optimal capacity and with operational efficiency. When they implemented an MES integrated with a manufacturing ERP , real-time information about what was happening on the plant floor was available across the enterprise.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 2, 2022

Current supply chain snarls, often associated with overseas factories and logjammed ports, have made manufacturing reshoring a hot topic. The availability of capacity in industries like the semiconductor industry is tight. manufacturing capability, and increasing their inventory positions. Asset relocation takes time.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

Port congestion, capacity constraints, large increases in rates across all modes, labour shortages and long delays in shipments—these are just some of the operating realities supply chain and logistics professionals face today. Do you know where the manufacturing facilities of your suppliers (and their suppliers) are physically located?

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QAD

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Just when manufacturers and distributors thought some semblance of “normal” might be returning, the possibility of a railroad strike has resurfaced. According to a recent Bloomberg article , trains move about 28% of total U.S. Manufacturers and processors know that the supply chain remains battered and fragile.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 14, 2023

Manufacturing operations need to implement effective production management tools and processes to reduce the cost of producing goods. Production management aims to monitor and improve your manufacturing performance. The importance of production management in manufacturing Production management in manufacturing is vital.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

Few are given training on the technology deployed. Less than 10% of supply chain business leaders completed formal supply chain training, yet, all believe that they know the definition of supply chain excellence. With greater pressure on shorter cycles and less asset availability, getting good at inventory processes increased.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 12, 2023

An intentional approach to bill of materials (BOM) management is essential for improving the efficiency of your manufacturing process. These components help manufacturers to effectively plan, source, and manage the production process. A BOM typically includes information such as part numbers, descriptions, and quantities of each item.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 16, 2020

The relevance of digital transformation in manufacturing. PWC predicts that out of every 2,000 manufacturers, 86% will benefit from cost reductions and revenue gains from their digitization efforts over the next five years. As more and more manufacturers adopt digital technologies, industry 4.0 is gaining higher traction.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 16, 2020

The relevance of digital transformation in manufacturing. PWC predicts that out of every 2,000 manufacturers, 86% will benefit from cost reductions and revenue gains from their digitization efforts over the next five years. As more and more manufacturers adopt digital technologies, industry 4.0 is gaining higher traction.

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OptiProERP

APRIL 24, 2023

As a manufacturer, timely delivery of goods to customers is crucial for business success. Manufacturers should evaluate their processes, eliminate unnecessary steps, automate repetitive tasks, and utilize technology to streamline operations. Below are seven steps on how to improve delivery performance: 1.

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synchrono

JUNE 4, 2018

Managing operations through multiple manufacturing systems can be challenging, but it’s a daily reality for many manufacturers. For instance, one facility might operate in a make-to-stock mode and the other in a make-to-order mode even though they manufacture the same types of products for the same customers.

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