Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2014

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. In researching the ideas, like moving a business to the point of sale, we discovered that the base numbers of the business revealed new strategies.

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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. Focused on logistics, manufacturing, and distribution channel strategies, Jonathon helps organizations make confident decisions for bold growth.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Based on my research, I write about four strategies that drove value over the last decade. Which strategy drove the most significant value??” ” So, I started work with Arizona State University to take balance sheet data from 2003-2007 to analyze which combination of metrics drove the highest market capitalization.

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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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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

The client leaned across the table and asked, “Is a customer-centric supply chain strategy the same as a demand-driven supply chain strategy?” Drawing from the Whiteboard: Building Customer-Centric Supply Chain Strategies. I only know of five case studies of cross-functional listening. ” I smiled.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

Second, they adapt over time as market structures and strategies evolve. We consistently see that companies focused on functional excellence–a focus within a functional silo like manufacturing, transportation or distribution– or singular metrics– like inventory or costs– underperform against their peer groups.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

I am currently working on a couple of case studies for this blog on how business leaders used digital twin modeling during the pandemic. Initially, the output was published to procurement to design strategic buying strategies. Watermelon Metrics Don’t Drive The Right Results. What are functional metrics?

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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. Consider the case study of Sleep Number that outperforms in the furniture sector. Why do we spend four months doing this? Build Teams.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2019

History will also include case studies of mergers and acquisitions. A clear definition of purpose and alignment of business process to corporate strategy is an apparent characteristic of companies that outperform. The broader the definition of end-to-end strategy and the alignment of supply chain processes drives value.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2016

I want to understand why some companies outperform on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter while others do not. About twice a month, companies ask me to review their strategy documents. Frequently, I see the goal of “build a customer-centric strategy” or define an “end-to-end vision to deliver on the customer promise.”

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Here we explain how you can do this with 16 cost reduction strategies in inventory management?that Using this strategy improves efficiencies in product delivery, frees up capital and reduces warehousing costs. The benefit of broader exposure is a key reason this strategy is used. It also avoids the need to dip into safety stock.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

When I hear companies discussing the implementation of a customer segmentation strategy, I ask a series of questions: Who is your customer? What are you trying to accomplish through the execution of a customer segmentation strategy? SanDisk’s Journey to Build a Supply Chain Customer Segmentation Strategy. It is systemic.

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Supply Chain Insights

AUGUST 19, 2014

This year, we will publish two new books: Supply Chain Metrics That Matter and The Shaman’s Journal. Supply Chain Metrics That Matter will publish in December 2014. The book details what is possible, and at what rate, for metrics improvement based on lessons from leaders. Our goal is to publish 50-75 completed case studies.

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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. Cost of quality.

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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). The company’s current strategy is to bring a Connected Enterprise to life.

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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. Validation by Case Study. But, what about overall workforce productivity?

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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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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

They use advanced ERP software and S&OP strategy to match supply with demand, and turn over inventory faster and faster. Case in point: research firm Gartner includes the speed of inventory turns as a key metric in its annual Top 25 List recognizing companies for their excellence in Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

The answer is to increase modeling, evaluate sourcing strategies, and build the right push/pull decoupling points. Here I share three strategies to consider to eradicate some of the barriers. A low-level employee with one-to-two years of experience will never be successful at the helm of driving a large corporation’s planning strategy.

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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. Overall, supply chain leaders deliver results that have strength (year-over-year performance improvements), balance (a set of balanced metrics within a portfolio) and resilience (predictable and reliable results with few swings).

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2023

We will also explore the best practices for improving order picking speed and accuracy , as well as strategies for integrating these improvements. 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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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. Validation by Case Study. But, what about overall workforce productivity?

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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. Business Strategy. The flows need to support a common business strategy. The frequency of the plan needs to be common across the organization. Technologies.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 30, 2021

When writing an essay, it is always helpful to study examples written by professional writers and to get writing help. The Strategy-Driven Supply Chain. Dr. Bram deSmet, a CEO with years of experience in supply chain management, is the author of this recently published book about integrating finance, strategy and the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 5, 2019

The focus is on functional metrics, but are unable to get to overall supply chain metrics. Figure 4 is a case study from Lenovo. When an individual in a strategy session says real-time data, everyone shakes their heads yes. Companies are drowning in data, but struggle to get insights. Considerations: Real-time?

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 10, 2017

AGCO envisioned employing a 3×3 training metrics: every operation would have 3 people able to execute it, and every person would be able to do 3 operations. We feel that the Agco case study has several important lessons for the supply chain transformational leader. Time to Value. Improved On-The-Job Training.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

We’ll begin with a look at pricing strategy. Do You Lack Confidence in Your Pricing Strategies? If not, your pricing strategies could inadvertently limit your profit margins , either by throttling revenue or gifting sales to your competitors. Are You Missing Opportunities in Pricing Strategy?

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

I find senior executives love to throw around superlatives like customer-centric, agile, efficient and responsive but lack the understanding of how the words translate to supply chain strategy in the real world. Managing a supply chain requires big feet—grounding in real-world experience—coupled with big wings—conceptualization of strategy.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Introduction The global business landscape has witnessed an increasingly fierce competition, pushing companies to seek effective strategies to maintain and enhance their competitiveness. Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success.

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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. Business Strategy. The flows need to support a common business strategy. The frequency of the plan needs to be common across the organization. Technologies.

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Then, we use these criteria to rank the books, - Practicality: we look closely at how each book can provide basic concepts and strategies of the "Integrated Logistics Functions", namely, customer service, purchasing, production planning, warehousing, and transportation in a clear and concise manner.

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Supply Chain Insights

MARCH 20, 2013

What is an effective supply chain strategy? Combining quantitative and financial ratio research into actionable case studies, Lora Cecere, founder of Supply Chain Insights and co-author of the book Bricks Matter , will facilitate the group discussion. Who does it well? The course is interactive. Relearn.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 30, 2022

However, two decades later, there is still no technology solution to enable demand visibility or help companies use channel data to translate demand into an inventory, replenishment, or manufacturing strategy. Learn from an industry leader case study and a panel of educators. My question is, “Why?” Build Teams.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 8, 2023

What should be the ideal shipment strategy? Prescriptive Analytics Predictive and prescriptive analytics are vital in informing business strategies by leveraging collected data. These analytics techniques serve as essential tools to transform descriptive metrics into actionable insights and informed decisions.

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Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 13, 2013

Case Studies. Book Review - Supply Chain Transformation: Building and Executing an Integrated Supply Chain Strategy. How should a company formulates sound supply chain strategy ? The good news is, the new generation of strategy formulation technique dedicated to supply chain management is now available! Conclusion.

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Elementum

JANUARY 16, 2024

Fostering a holistic approach to automation strategy enables businesses to optimize and scale their efforts while minimizing the challenges associated with this transformation. Keep in mind that leveraging multiple tools is often necessary to create a robust automation strategy tailored to your organization’s needs.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

Therefore, the challenge to establish ranking method is to find more economical data source and unbiased metric. In supply chain management area, most industry publications create the ranking based on the input from readers then editorial team makes a final decision which is a bit subjective.

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