Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

Driver dwell is a key source of driver dissatisfaction and contributes to the driver shortage. Weisenberger’s presentation particularly interesting was that while Ms. K-C needed one solution … to understand where loads are all across the organization” based on “one source of truth.” This was an online event. What made Ms.

Real-time Visibility 251

Real-time Visibility Shipping Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 251

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Too few companies have a holistic approach to embrace the plan, make, source, and deliver together. Procurement processes–encumbered by a focus on paperless processing, RFPs/RFQs, and efficient procurement–do not embrace the capabilities and requirements of direct material sourcing. Current State of Visibility.

Supply Chain Planning Software 339

Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 339

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

During the webinar, Ardent Partners highlighted a series of market trends and predictive scenarios for 2022, focusing on massive challenges brought on by the global pandemic that procurement organizations are facing today and present a thoughtful discourse on the road ahead. What can we expect in 2022? More on that here.

Predictive Analytics Software 130

Predictive Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 130

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

Before boarding the plane, I watched a traveler pull a diet Coke from the bin and thought about the struggle to source sweetener with the rise of COV-19. As I poured the dog food into the bowl for my pups, I wondered if I was going to have to switch kibble due to the looming issues of sourcing taurine—a health additive in many pet foods.

Supply Chain Design Software 312

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design 312

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2023

Pete Bennett, and his co-presenter, Mary Byrne, the vice president of supply and demand planning, spoke during a presentation at Kinaxis’ user conference Kinexions. The Cardinal Health Supply Chain Cardinal Health’s medical segment manufactures, sources and distributes Cardinal Health branded medical, surgical and laboratory products.

Supply Chain Planning Software 175

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software Modeling Software 175

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

In our monthly webinar last Wednesday, I presented these results. During the webinar, a respondent asked me to not present just the facts but to give advice. A supply chain that produces products at the same cost, quality and customer service given the level of demand and supply volatility. Responsive.

Supply Chain Planning Software 322

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 322

Elementum

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This technology can be applied across different industries and functional areas, such as customer service, finance, human resources, and supply chain management. AI in HR and Recruitment AI has significantly transformed HR and recruitment by streamlining the process of sourcing candidates and automating routine tasks.

Sourcing Strategies 78

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics Software 78

ToolsGroup

APRIL 11, 2018

Jörg Schlager describing SKF's Integrated Planning (Source: Optilon). If this sounds manually intensive, then it won’t be surprising that SKF has few hundred planners, not unusual for a company present in 130 countries with 17,000 customer distributors/dealers, but quite substantial. Figure 1 Source: SKF.

Supply Chain Planning Software 222

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 222

BlueYonder

APRIL 13, 2023

This has led to the nearshoring redesign of supply network and manufacturers trying to figure out, “Where do I need to put my inventory” and “How do I think about sourcing of material and goods so that I can fulfill to my customers?” And doing it with customer service in mind, as well as profitability.

Manufacturing Procurement 72

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies 72

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

I think that we should earn a five-star rating with customers every day. At the end of every presentation, one of my clients always says, “Let’s fix the basics.” We need to improve the ability to serve the customer.” Customer Service Failure. As a pragmatic gal, they make me itch.

Customer Service 300

Customer Service Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design 300

ToolsGroup

JUNE 22, 2017

Source: Andrew Downard, Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference, May 2017. It is evolving toward fast autonomous actions and decisions which execute based on your predetermined goals such as customer service level targets and margin attainment.

Gartner 185

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 185

ToolsGroup

MAY 16, 2023

Balancing Inventory Remains the Key to Customer Service and Profitability Although fast expansion remains a priority for some segments (like medical equipment), many of the supply chain executives we spoke to named inventory levels as their main concern. Sarah’s insightful presentation on digital transformation drew 125 attendees.

Gartner 283

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Inventory Reduction 283

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 7, 2019

When a company contacts me to help them with their supply chain, the pain is usually a gap in customer service. Analyze Past Results in Customer Service. We draw a timeline on a conference room wall and using customer shipment and compliance data, we plot the issues with customer service and product outages.

Supply Chain Design Software 252

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 252

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The company is present in 38 nations and has more than 40,000 employees. Molex has more than 80 manufacturing facilities around the world supported by an 18,000 strong supplier eco-system that provide raw materials, electronic components, and services. Further, historically Molex had a focused sourcing strategy.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 196

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Rail Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 196

ToolsGroup

MAY 30, 2018

At the recent Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference in Phoenix, analyst Marc Halpern clarified three key concepts about supply chain digital twins in his presentation “Busting the Myth of Digital Twins to Deliver Value.” It allows you to accurately test the resilience of a complex, multi-echelon, global supply chain.

Modeling 168

Modeling Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Modeling 168

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Inventory Management & Optimization: Managing inventory as working capital, focusing on demand planning, optimization, safety stock management, and meeting customer service expectations. Presentation skills become a powerful asset, allowing practitioners to convey their insights in a simplified, engaging manner.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 70

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Source: Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference. P&G knew that it needed to improve its S&OP forecast quality, while reducing the human effort and inventory needed to meet customer service levels. It also exchanges data with various distributor ERP systems, P&G’s SAP ERP system, spreadsheets and other sources.

Supply Chain Planning Software 232

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software Gartner 232

Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 8, 2022

To make the onboarding process more efficient, the KYC and CDD programs that they’re using should be able to differentiate high-risk customers from low-risk ones. This feature will enable organizations to allocate their resources to the applicants that present the biggest threat. Your Programs Can Prepare Data Sources Before Screening.

Sourcing Strategies 91

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design 91

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Let me give you an example: Last week, I gave a presentation at a global supply chain team meeting of 175 professionals. The team was organized around the functional silos of source, make and deliver. As I cleared my throat, and pushed my toes deep into my shoes, I bounded up the stairs to start the presentation. I was wrong.

Manufacturing Procurement 286

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Benchmarking Supply Chain Design Software 286

Logility

AUGUST 23, 2021

Success in this area requires the ability to fulfill market demand through dynamic sourcing, flexible production and manufacturing plans, low distribution costs, and short lead times. The goal of supply optimization is minimizing total supply costs while meeting demand requirements. Operationalizing Data Makes a Difference.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 130

Kinaxis

JULY 19, 2017

Phillips, SVP of Customer Supply Chain & Global Go-To-Market for PepsiCo shared during his keynote presentation at the Gartner Executive Supply Chain Conference, this digital revolution presents enormous challenges and opportunities across the end-to-end consumer value chain. In-store robotics. Automate manual processes.

Supply Chain Design Software 279

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Gartner 279

Taulia

JULY 21, 2022

The supply chain activities involved in the procurement process , from sourcing the right suppliers to taking delivery of materials and products, are vital to the overall health of any business. Customer service. Customer service. Defect rate. Availability. Order accuracy. Competitiveness. Contract compliance.

Negotiate Pricing 75

Negotiate Pricing Supplier Management Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 75

Logility

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Just to level set, the Brundtland Commission defined sustainable development as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Source: Nielsen Product Insider, 10/20/2018. I care about the environment and doing what I can to minimize my impact.

Supply Chain Planning Software 133

Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 133

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 18, 2018

Financial reengineering focuses on the optimization of short-term results that are usually based on a functional analysis of source, make, or deliver. Few consultants understand the interrelationships between source, make and deliver. Recently, I presented at the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Forum. Reflections.

Optimal Sourcing 171

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Design Software 171

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. The links below are paid links.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Six Sigma Supply Chain Planning Software 130

BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2023

Having a disjointed view of inventory and customer data across both physical and online channels is no longer an option for retailers. Revenue Growth From Improved Customer Service It sounds obvious to link order management to ultimate customer satisfaction, but too few consider the direct ways in which this connection can be made.

Optimal Sourcing 83

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Supply Chain Optimization Price Mitigation Strategies 83

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Nechay’s suggestion that companies strive for better customer care rather than better customer experience or better customer service helps make a company more consumer-centric. ” Being present also means being human. Finding Out What Your Customers Are Feeling — And Why.

Sourcing Strategies 147

Sourcing Strategies Analytics Software Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Software 147

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 18, 2018

The solutions optimize source, make and deliver within silos, but lack the ability to drive alignment and improve agility. In our research, we agility as the ability to have the same cost, quality and customer service given a level of demand and supply volatility. When it comes to agility, there is no common industry definition.

Supply Chain Design Software 152

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Prescriptive Analytics Software 152

Logility

JUNE 8, 2022

“With continued strain on the global supply chain, this past year truly underscored the need companies have for more accurate demand forecasting, inventory optimization and resilient sourcing strategies. Demand Management serves customers such as Siemens Healthcare, AutomationDirect.com and Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corporation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 173

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 173

Supply Chain Trend

JANUARY 22, 2023

This means that a demand planner can make a decision, by analyzing significantly different forecast algorithms and different internal and external data sources. A decision in IBP is only a decision when significantly different planning alternatives are presented to choose from. A decision is made, but remains a business intent.

Quality 88

Quality Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning 88

Elementum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Five Supply Chain Management Challenges in 2022 The last two years have caused endless disruptions to supply chains, but have also presented an opportunity to diversify and think creatively. Fortunately, there are a vast range of tools available to build a supply chain that can withstand a broad scope of pressures.

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 78

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

Your Supply Chain has been revised, optimised, transformed or even blue sky’d – yes, honestly have been present when this was used but managed to stifle a guffaw into a cup of hot chocolate. You source competitively and you have a robust Supplier Certification process in place. What a smooth running well oiled machine it has become.

Warehousing 100

Warehousing S&OP Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 100

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 16, 2023

These give clients the power to monitor where their order is, reducing frustration, with the added benefit of fewer routine tracking inquiries made to customer service agents, further improving productivity, and reducing overhead costs. An ERP system helps to identify and minimize sources of waste and improve resource consumption.

Supply Chain Software 105

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization 105

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The presentations from the Summit are posted now on the Supply Chain Insights You Tube Channel. The number one question that I am asked today by manufacturers across all industries is “How can I improve customer service?” A simplistic view is that supply chain excellence is the trade-off of cost, inventory and customer service.

Supply Chain Design Software 187

Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting 187

SCMDOJO

AUGUST 4, 2023

Try thinking of it this way, if you plan to make big profits, you would need to invest and diversify your portfolio into several sources to improve your chance of success. Also, the Risk of fluctuations is present as whatever happens to such stocks can no longer be sold at its original purchase value.

Inventory Reduction 90

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 90

Multichannel Merchant

APRIL 1, 2020

Looking ahead, the pandemic presents untold challenges. What if you are unable to source key elements of your box or are forced to suspend fulfillment operations temporarily? If subscribers are unable to make changes to their subscription virtually, be prepared for increased customer service volume.

Optimal Sourcing 90

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software 90

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

”[1] She added, “In the past the departments like sales, marketing, customer service, public relations, and supply chain typically used their own datasets, keeping the information in silos.” ”[3] Lora Cecere ( @lcecere ), founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights, insists silos, at the very least, must be linked.

Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Omnichannel Supply Chain Software 100