Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Definition Anomaly: something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. Definition As I follow the evolution of supply chain technology, I am struck by what I see as a stream of paradox and anomaly, and the tendency of supply chain leaders to cling to convention. Measurement. Engines, Models and Workflow.
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 21, 2024
The students learn that there is no definition of end-to-end planning because the current taxonomies for modeling are fragmented. Revenue management is siloed and distinct from demand management, while Transportation Management (TMS) has nothing in common with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP).
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Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 2, 2023
Definition. Definitions of Planning Horizons. While the term demand sensing is used with abandonment in the industry (often over-used), it is seldom clearly defined. Many times, the term is confused with the use of market data as an input in a tactical demand forecasting model. Demand is a tough subject.
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 28, 2020
When I asked for a definition, the phone was silent. Most companies have a hairy, audacious goal, but have failed to give it definition. Management of Complexity. Kudos to Rob Byrne, this remains one of the best pieces published in the industry on demand management practices.) The answer was not clear to them.
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 8, 2017
” At the other end of the continuum is the argument that “ Forecast error is the most important metric to improve.” I do believe in demand planning, but most companies overstate forecast improvements. Today’s demand management processes have many issues. ” I am in the middle. The Problems.
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 15, 2018
Most companies, along with consultants, feel that they know the definition of supply chain excellence. Figure 1: Supply Chain Metrics Are a Balancing Act. The metrics shown in Figure 1 are difficult to improve together. Most companies improve singular metrics but are not able to drive portfolio. The difference?
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 9, 2020
By definition, in the current state, supply chain planners work in a lose/lose environment. I find three: organizational design, executive understanding of supply chain, and the lack of a clear definition of an optimization function for supply chain excellence. Could it be, “How to help supply chain planners be more effective?”
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