Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

We have found that supply chain metrics are gnarly and complicated.During Supply Chain Excellence as defined by a methodology whereall companies are put into a spreadsheet and compared across industries is meaningless. In our program, cost avoidance, while desirable, does not count towards the metric.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2014

While other analysts may put the vendors into a four-square evaluation model and declare it magic, I think that this approach does a disservice to the industry. One of my favorite interviews on this topic, that I recently completed for my upcoming book Metrics That Matter , was with Amway’s Chief Supply Chain Officer George Calvert.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Or tired from two weeks of road travel… But after twenty years as an industry analyst in supply chain technology, I struggle with why we cannot make more progress in the adoption of technology to make better decisions. I am excited by the graph, but disappointed in the industry’s use of the graph to drive process improvement.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

As a result, companies are writing new case studies through their actions or inaction. Ford, historically has been an industry laggard in the automotive sector and, with this focus, will continue to be a laggard in the future. Results in the Automotive Industry for the period of 2012-2021. Conclusion.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 7, 2018

Putting a stick in the eye of the industry is hard work. The industry has too many events. To make the argument, let’s look at industry orbit charts in aggregate for the period of 2006-2017 for the apparel and chemical companies. An orbit chart is a plotting of data at the intersection of two metrics. Change is hard.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 21, 2022

The selection of metrics is based on prior work with Arizona State University to understand which metrics, in combination, correlate to market capitalization and price to book value. Industry Bias. In the industry, there is a bias to place the mantle of supply chain leadership on companies based on company brand perception.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Interview with Lora Cecere, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights and Author of Supply Chain Metrics that Matter ( published December 2014 ). Metrics that Matter became a three year research project. I realized that many organizations are very confused about metrics. So I started this book as a summary of this research.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 27, 2022

Managing the flow of goods within the apparel industry requires an extensive and well-established supply chain network. Since this particular industry is insanely fast-paced, any problem within the supply chain can lead to a loss of sales for the business. Why Does the Apparel Industry Require Supply Chain Management?

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

While the industry is flush with terms like digital twin and what-if modeling, current applications were not equal to the need. I am currently working on a couple of case studies for this blog on how business leaders used digital twin modeling during the pandemic. Watermelon Metrics Don’t Drive The Right Results.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

About Jonathon McKay Jonathon McKay is a highly experienced partner at PATH specializing in exceptional growth strategies for the supply chain industry. Jonathon is not only a strategist but also a dynamic facilitator, conducting nationwide workshops on employee engagement, customer loyalty, leadership development, and growth metrics.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

The next posts in the series will break down metrics and issues to consider in SQM by industry and conclude with a case study on the application of SQM. 5 Key Metrics to Use for Scoring Supplier Quality Management (From LNS Research ). The definition of this metric is similar to the way it sounds.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2019

History will also include case studies of mergers and acquisitions. Smaller, more agile companies outperform the larger and well-known brands in the retail, beverages, food, and pharmaceutical industry sectors. Industry-by-industry, I compiled data for the period of 2010-2018. Click the link to see the detail.)

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

For the past five years, the team at Supply Chain Insights identified Supply Chains to Admire Award Winners by analyzing performance by peer group on the key metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). Diversified Industry Performance For the Period of 2010-2017.

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

As the common linchpin that brings together all manufacturing activities, has this metric improved along with all the investment in new technologies? As a result, this metric is often downplayed or not referenced in the discussion. This is the power of the Industry 4.0 Validation by Case Study.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 13, 2017

When we look at the relative progress of industries within the Technology Value Networks in Table 1, you see a lot of red. The first number in a cell represents the average value for a specific industry for 2010-2016, and the percentage on the second line is a comparison of the average for 2010 when compared to 2016.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The larger the organization, the more tension with conflicting functional metrics making decisions more difficult. Functional metrics need to be abandoned to focus on balanced scorecard outputs. A focus on functional metrics throws the supply chain out of balance. In the industry, there is not one consistent definition.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2013

It is a quest and the subject of my next book, Metrics That Matter , that will publish in September, 2014. I am searching for something that can be meaningful across industries and across company sizes. But, we have failed to build a predictive model for the rest of the industries. .” As I shuffle along, I am not sure.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Here is a quick breakdown of the phases as described by both Matt and Fab Brasca, EVP, Industry and Market Strategy. This is all about the alignment of metrics and objectives. The five stages of visibility maturity are: react; see and respond; predict and prevent; connect and collaborate; and automate and optimize.

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Kinaxis

OCTOBER 17, 2014

Alain Huillet, SIOP business transformation director, Schneider Electric Industries SAS. This case study from Schneider Electric will highlight a framework and the key success factors for implementing visibility and collaboration solutions to gain benefits not just for your organization but for your entire ecosystem of partners.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 30, 2022

In each industry sector, companies face unprecedented variability. To understand the magnitude of the shifts, I encourage you to glance through the industry sector averages outlined in Table 1. Market Shifts by Industry Sector. There is no incentive for the industry to change. Background. This was not possible before.

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

As the common linchpin that brings together all manufacturing activities, has this metric improved along with all the investment in new technologies? As a result, this metric is often downplayed or not referenced in the discussion. This is the power of the Industry 4.0 Validation by Case Study.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

Driver shortages have become even more of a reality in the supply chain industry for a number of reasons, chief among them being the sharp rise in demand. But the industry is watching as the technology opens new opportunities for safety, savings and speed long-haul, raising curiosity on the strength of a compelling business case.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The number one question that I am asked today by manufacturers across all industries is “How can I improve customer service?” No metric should be measured in isolation, and functional metrics should be replaced with the balanced scorecard metrics shown in Figure 2. Background. Apparel is an example.

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2023

Finally, we will discuss the future of order picking in warehouse management and the advancements that are shaping the industry. Be sure to measure current order picking metrics, such as: Picking accuracy Picking rate Fill rate On-time rate Travel time You may also need to evaluate other relevant inventory KPIs.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 5, 2019

The industry is moving down a path of “groupthink.”. The focus is on functional metrics, but are unable to get to overall supply chain metrics. Figure 4 is a case study from Lenovo. This week, in advisory calls, I answered five questions on control towers. Call volume is brisk. What Is Groupthink?

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 3, 2015

Opinion makes up 50% of the rating; and in the ranking system, company comparisons are against each other with little consideration of industry drivers. Supply chain leaders manage a complex system of non-linear, but very inter-connected metrics. Leaders need to balance a portfolio of metrics. Why Do I Think This? .

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 2, 2017

Metrics Definition. The organization needs to be clear on the Metrics That Matter and the alignment of vertical silos’ metrics to the balanced portfolio. In this opening session, we share insights of the Supply Chains to Admire through a series of case studies and gain insights from Gita Gopinath, a Harvard Economist.

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Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 2, 2023

In this environment, making the decision to properly invest in training that is timely, specialized, and high-quality can make or break an organization’s ability to stay ahead of the curve in shifting industry landscapes. In specialist industries, like supply chain or procurement, this task is even more crucial.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 19, 2021

What would be the key number, or metric that you would need to know? If, for example, you are concerned about the pick rates in your warehouse, or your transport costs, or your inventory accuracy, benchmarking can help you because it can show you exactly where your performance is compared to others in your industry.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 30, 2021

It is about a research study undertaken by MIT students over a period of five years on the concept of lean production in the automobile industry, using Toyota as an example. Toyota overtook General Motors, the largest automaker in the world, twenty years after the book was published. Supply Chain Management for Dummies.

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Elementum

JANUARY 16, 2024

Research industry-specific solutions that cater to the unique demands of your business. Regularly reevaluate your processes, tools, and performance metrics, and make adjustments as needed to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. Automated processes must adhere to industry regulations and comply with data privacy guidelines.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2015

Columbia Sportswear is a 77-year old, profitable, multi-billion dollar company and a leading brand in the global outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment industry. How did this vast improvement in a key supply chain metric translate into financial performance? billion in worldwide revenue.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 2, 2017

Metrics Definition. The organization needs to be clear on the Metrics That Matter and the alignment of vertical silos’ metrics to the balanced portfolio. In this opening session, we share insights of the Supply Chains to Admire through a series of case studies and gain insights from Gita Gopinath, a Harvard Economist.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 8, 2023

These analytics techniques serve as essential tools to transform descriptive metrics into actionable insights and informed decisions. Ready Mix Concrete is a tricky industry as far as the supply chain is concerned because the product, the ready mix concrete, can only be prepared on request as it solidifies very quickly.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

In this context, Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has demonstrated a highly successful and integrated Walmart supply chain, propelling its growth and dominance in the retail industry.

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 7, 2013

Case Studies. A Case Study. This case study will show you the analysis of Apple Supply Chain core processes, challenging issues and complexities of its operations. Information about Apple Supply Chain is a bit here, there and everywhere, its kinda tough to find the actual case study.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

They are the most prevalent in the consumer electronics industry. An example of social listening is the Lenovo Case Study presented at the 2015 Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. I only know of five case studies of cross-functional listening. I think the Clorox story is a great case study.

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