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Our Walk In The Fog

Supply Chain Shaman

Recent releases of Advanced Planning Solutions (APS) refined but did not transform initial software concepts. While there is much hype on DDMRP and the use of orders as a proxy for demand, companies need to remember that orders carry latency: they are out-of-step with market purchase behavior. Traditional planning is batch.

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The Biggest Manufacturing Industry Trends in 2022

Unleashed

There’s also an increased expectation that demand can be anticipated by the use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and tracking of customer trends. According to this Deloitte report, transportation challenges are likely to continue through 2022 , and new strategies will need to be adopted to lessen the impact.

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Evolution of B2B Networks

Supply Chain Shaman

Today Thoma Bravo, a private equity investment firm, announced a definitive agreement to purchase Elemica, a provider of Supply Chain Operating Networks for the chemical industry. In this period the concept of trading exchanges were largely overhyped and the solutions under-delivered. Together, we built this model.

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Seeing Beyond the Firewall

Supply Chain Shaman

Sadly, I find each to have a limited view of supply chain analytics. Process industry leaders–chemical, consumer packaged goods, food/beverage–have greater issues using data, with software usability, and building effective connections to align and build effective relationships with trading partners. Good at email?

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26 warehouse pros reveal the most important factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse

6 River Systems

The world of logistics is increasingly driven by technology , with artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things (IoT) and automation among the biggest logistics trends today. By introducing solutions that add automation, errors can be eliminated from task workflows. Alexandra Zelenko. DevGuildDDI. Robert DeStefano.

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Mastering Mobile Inventory Management for Oracle SCM Cloud: The Ultimate Guide

RFgen

OVERVIEW: Overview of Mobile Inventory Solutions What Problems Does Mobile Inventory Solve? The ability to update Oracle Cloud as work occurs is an essential best practice for accurate tracking and reporting. Mobile inventory solutions use a combination of mobile devices, barcode scanning, and software to automate manual processes.

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50 expert tips on supply chain optimization

6 River Systems

From choosing the right logistics management software to perfecting the order fulfillment process , there are countless processes, steps and decisions that can have an impact on the supply chain. ” — Lloyd Smith, 5 Tips for Improving Your Supply Chain Management , Mindover Software; Twitter: @mindover_austin.