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Handfield’s Supply Chain Analytics Predictions for 2014

Supply Chain View from the Field

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. Not surprisingly, analytics is at the top of the list.

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These Top Manufacturing Technology Trends will Fuel a Focus on Customer Experience in 2018

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billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing. Everyone seems interested in Blockchain technology in lieu of the crypto-currency craze. Adoption of Analytics Will Increase. However, the risk is well worth it.

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Unleashed SME Supply Chain Resilience Roundtable: Crafting A Recession Fit Supply Chain

Unleashed

Meet our expert panel: Fatima Salhab: Portfolio CFO & eCommerce sector leader-from flinder – a smart finance functions and data analytics solution. Dave Pickburn : CEO and Founder of Stream – logistics, vehicle and transport management software. 90% of spreadsheets used for planning have got errors in them.

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Procurement Analysis: a Game Changer for Purchasing Strategically

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With the global market expansion and deepening supply chain complexity, the roles of procurement leaders have evolved from tactical to strategic. Nowadays, procurement departments not only focus on the day-to-day buying operations but also search for the most efficient ways to go about them. How often do purchases happen?

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Fueling Success: Career in Supply Chain Guide

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We have Courses like S&OP deployment, Supply Chain Digitalization , , and Negotiation in Procurement. Whether it’s purchasing, procurement, transport, technology, facilities, or other specialized areas, understanding your passion will influence the subsequent steps in this rewarding career path.

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2020 Requires Big Wings and Feet

Supply Chain Shaman

Most budgets are completed in currency at a brand level. The budget is for a fiscal year with quarter reporting and updates. The direct connection between the two processes increases costs and increases error. To maximize value—price to tangible book, functional metrics need to be reset to focus on reliability.

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Landed Cost – Landed Cost Formula + Calculators

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One of the main subparts of the of the retailing business is the transportation of the purchased goods from your supplier to your stores. This is the where the concept of the landed cost comes into play. Landed cost is the total expenditure involved in buying a product and shipping charges for importing it to your warehouse.