Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 5, 2016

Both Kimberly-Clark and P&G are going backwards on operating margin while making progress on inventory turns. P&G’s rate of improvement on the Metrics That Matter was lower than the peer group. As the company spiraled in the updraft of the market, it built inventory. Take a look at Figure 1.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Below you can download the LTL Freight Management presentation with notes and also view the webinar in its entirety. Download the Webinar Replay. Instead of becoming overwhelmed with data, managers should identify and focus on the most useful warehouse metrics to gather, report, and apply. Read the Full Post. Read the Full Post.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 243

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

The focus is on channel data: price; inventory positions; and policies. It is about much, much more than Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI ) or Collaborative Forecasting and Replenishment. (The The use of customer segmentation to determine priority in matching inventory with orders during the order cycle. Channel Sensing.

Material Savings 183

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synchrono

AUGUST 6, 2018

Manufacturing productivity is a useful metric for measuring the health of manufacturing at a national or global level because it tells us something about whether our factories, in general, are working or sitting idle. But at the level of the individual factory, productivity as a performance metric can be problematic.

Metrics 40

Metrics Manufacturing Lean Continuous Improvement 40

RFgen

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Software systems: Evaluate supply chain software regularly, including enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, mobile barcoding and inventory systems (IMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), and transportation management systems (TMS). Use metrics to measure performance and track progress over time.

Vendor Strategies 52

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synchrono

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Instead of producing to what you think will happen (forecasts) or to maximize an efficiency metric like asset utilization, the only variable is actual demand, and all production is synchronized to it. Both Lean Manufacturing and Theory of Constraints emphasize managing variability as part of a continuous improvement effort.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 39

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand 39

Synovos

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It is our responsibility to know their business inherently and introduce new savings opportunities and continuous improvements to continue driving those savings. After making one-time adjustments to clear inventory that no longer exists from the ERP system, RS Integrated Supply consistently achieved the target 98%.

Material Savings 105

Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Packaging Vendor Strategies 105

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2016

This includes: new product launch forecasting, seasonal inventory targets, demand affinities, push-based inventory strategies, demand shaping activities (price, promotion, run-out strategies, sales incentives, trade incentives), and turn-based volume. A Focus on Horizontal Processes to Support Demand Flows. A Focus on Demand Flows.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Modeling Forecasting Price Reduction 150

FLEXE

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

As an online retailer, there are other ways to attract and retain customers—much of which comes down to inventory management across your fulfillment network to improve your delivery promise. Below are four steps you can take to improve inventory management and delivery. Cross-Network Inventory Management.

Inventory Management 28

Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Inventory Purchasing Skills 28

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Planning and organizing inventory is a vital facet of warehouse logistics. Estimating traffic Implementing the right racking system Choosing the best order picking carts to meet the warehouse’s requirements Implementing inventory management software Mapping your warehouse is a crucial step that should not be missed.

Warehousing 98

Warehousing Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

ThroughPut

MARCH 11, 2024

This is done to meet the strategic objectives of enabling product innovation, operations cost reduction, regulatory compliance, inventory management and quality maintenance. Most often this is related to the inventory management function which directly helps monitor inventory levels and therefore controls potential stockout issues.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2013

This has allowed us to improve operating margin, and return on assets (ROA); but has hurt the revenue/employee productivity numbers in your analysis. We manage supply chain metrics. We have significant opportunity to strengthen inventory management. This is a conscious choice. You are what you measure. Success is never final.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 5, 2020

Make sure you have Google Analytics set up so you can track website traffic and other online store metrics. Continuously improve. Once online orders start coming in, it’s important to keep improving your site on a regular basis. Download: ShipBob & Shopify Plus: The Winning Fulfillment & Ecommerce Tech Stack.

Purchasing Skills 99

Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 99

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 3, 2016

To avoid heated political debates, the planning team needs to constantly evaluate the fit of the plan and drive continuous improvement on planning outputs. This requires continue education. Insights on leadership, continuous improvement, and talent development for emerging markets. Also, listen to our podcasts.

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