Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 14, 2025

As I write about the need to rethink how we make decisions with new forms of technology and the definition of a good decision, I turn to the Cynefin model advocated by my friend Trevor Miles. Still, few can answer the question of how to improve decision-making with technology and the definition of a good decision.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The FLR adopts the International Labor Organizations definition of forced labor and mandates the European Commission to issue guidelines by June 2026 to aid compliance. Unlike the US Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, the FLR applies to all products regardless of origin, using a risk-based approach to assess forced labor risks.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 29, 2025

Supply chain reports offer a comprehensive view of your entire supply chain operation. They are powerful tools for businesses to identify areas for improvement, optimize processes, and gain a competitive edge. What are Supply Chain Reports?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 9, 2023

The problem is that few companies have a clear definition of excellence compounded by the lack of clear definition of a business strategy. and there were no respondents that rated their process effective on this definition. The answer lies in the lack of clear definitions to drive outcomes. I used to think so as well.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 10, 2025

Comprehensive Logistics Rankings: The annual Top 100 Logistics Companies list is a definitive ranking of the largest logistics firms in North America, primarily based on annual gross revenue, offering a crucial industry benchmark.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 30, 2023

Each executive has a different perspective on the definition of supply chain excellence, but they are never discussed and aligned. Here is my suggestion: Try to Align the Organization on the Definition of Supply Chain Excellence. The definition of the efficient supply chain in this model is the lowest cost per unit.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The race started in 2016 as a foggy definition of digital appeared in supply chain marketing from technology providers. Today, there is no standard definition of digital. The numerous definitions across the supply chain technology and consulting providers are very different and often confusing. What is a digital brain?

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Let’s Start With Clear Definitions My inbox is full. The market is flooded with references to AI, but few stop to give a definition. To combat the hype cycle to drive value, I think that we need to get clear on use cases and definitions. Before reading this post, consider reading my prior blog post, Don’t AI This.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

We are not clear on definition. So, if you use the Supply Chain Insights definition, you might ask, how are we doing commercially against this goal? I believe that the ASCM definition is too reactive and rooted in the traditional, and outdated concepts on risk management. Align on definitions. But few define it with use.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 2, 2025

This could all change if we discard our current definitions of supply chain planning and start anew. The next step is to throw away the conventional definition of supply chain planning. We should not rely on AI to be stupid; the goal should not be to make the planner more efficient.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 13, 2024

The three steps in realizing the vision are 1) flexible, reconfigurable plant; 2) global manufacturing networks of flexible, configurable plants; 3) the integration of the previous step with digital, certified, encrypted product definitions. The result enables to make any product, any time in any location, with genuine product certificates.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2024

In follow-up qualitative interviews, one of the largest issues with organizational alignment was metric definition and a clear definition of supply chain excellence. To manage continuous improvement, companies need a clear definition of excellence and organizational alignment to that goal. Alignment of the programs was an issue.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 14, 2025

Flowcasting: The definition is a sell-one/make-one logic using flow from the channel to guide planning logic. CPFR: Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment garnered great fanfare late in the 1990s. The building of collaborative processes remains an unfulfilled goal. The problems are many.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 16, 2024

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post Business dashboard: definition and usefulness for small businesses appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 23, 2023

Let’s start with a definition of concurrency. I find that it is a frequently used term with many different definitions. As shown in Table 2, there are three commonly used definitions. Clear definitions of what drives a good decision in each time horizon, along with clarity of governance is essential for planning.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 15, 2022

As an analyst, I am always searching for answers and clear definitions. Companies became less clear on the definition of supply chain excellence and how to implement decision support technologies. This increasing gaps in alignment and clarity of the definition of supply chain excellence was an unspoken risk entering the pandemic.

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Precoro

MAY 13, 2025

Cost-efficient meaning Formula for cost efficiency Cost-effective definition Formula for cost-effectiveness Cost efficiency online calculator Benefits of cost efficiency for your company Steps to improve cost efficiencies Frequently asked questions about cost efficiency Cost-efficient vs. cost-effective: What's the difference?

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

The secondary problem is the lack of definition of process requirements and a buying team that cannot see past simple MRP/MRP II/DDMRP requirements. The goal for all should start with a clear definition of the term “visibility” and the process definition of what capabilities are required to drive success. What To Do?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 27, 2023

Definitions: Oxymoron: The combination of contradictory or incongruous words (such as cruel kindness) Juxtaposition: The act of placing words or concepts close together or side by side, for comparison or contrast. Today’s definition of supply chain planning is my starting point. What is supply chain excellence?

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

MAY 29, 2025

Supply Chain nuts & bolts Last week I looked at some basic definitions of a Supply Chain and what Supply Chains are designed to achieve. After enjoying the wet UK Bank Holiday, one of my first meetings was with an established FMCG CEO. No names of course, but this is a medium sized player with a broad European base.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2021

Team play requires clear rule-definition, timekeepers, referees, and coaches. The root issue is the lack of a clear definition of supply chain excellence and the road rules by organizations. ” My reply is a tangled web of realizations, but let’s start with the definition and then explore the issues. ” Ideo.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2020

In fact, the definition of pulling the rug out from underneath someone is that doing so causes their plans to fail, because they have little recourse or time to respond adequately. The rug has been pulled out from beneath us. Doing things the same way we’ve always done them will no longer serve us, so we can’t simply put it back in its place.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2025

Without common definitions, ESG assessments can be inconsistent or incomplete. The Challenge: Addressing Key Obstacles to ESG Integration Organizations seeking to improve ESG performance across supply chains often encounter common challenges. Visibility typically decreases beyond immediate (Tier 1) suppliers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2024

But in the context of the Shippers Council, the shipper is the cargo owner (or BCO beneficial cargo owner), usually a manufacturer, who contracts with a logistics service provider (LSP), which, in the Councils definition, can be a transportation (land, sea, air) company, an express company, a forwarder, or a full-fledged 3PL.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Success happens when the right question is aligned to the right analytical technique with a clear definition of what makes a better decision. A barrier to “out-of-the-box” thinking is getting clear on definitions and gaining clarity on how to align analytical capabilities to solve real-world problems. Having fun yet?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2021

But that definition is no longer registered.”. The definition of 4PL is continuously evolving. Managing several 3PL partnerships would constitute a 4PL under that definition, but as the definition changes, it can include other service providers too. 5PLs and the Rise of Transportation-as-a-Service.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver. There is a clear definition of the role of the supply chain in the delivery of value. Definition and alignment on why should make a decision and what a good decision looks like. Drives Value. S&OP is a business process.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 13, 2023

While teams wave their hands and talk digital, I find digital projects ideas lack definition, clarity of process, and success. Let’s start with a clear definition. To accomplish this goal, companies need to get clear on the role of planning, the definition of supply chain excellence, and democratize planning. What Is AI?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

It adopts the International Labor Organizations definition of forced labor and mandates the European Commission to release compliance guidelines by June 2026. Set for full enforcement starting December 14, 2027, it requires companies to ensure that all stages of their supply chains are free from forced labor.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

When deploying enterprise decision support applications, there are many implementations and lots of hype but few clear and consistent definitions. We can never have great discussions unless we are clear on definitions. What do they have in common? This is not the case for supply management or for Dave.) The takeaway?

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