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Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility?

Talking Logistics

One reason is that it’s not easy for most manufacturers to have visibility into the process before finished goods are shipped. Read more Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility? The post Why Expand the Definition of Supply Chain Visibility?

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Who Is Actually Hauling Your Freight? (Another Supply Chain Visibility Blind Spot)

Talking Logistics

I have long argued that companies need to expand their definition of supply chain visibility. End-to-end supply chain visibility also involves, for example: Knowing where the manufacturing/production facilities of your suppliers (and their suppliers) are physically located, and which parts or materials are.

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Shouldn’t GenAI Mean New Gen?

Supply Chain Shaman

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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What is Supply Chain Planning Software and How Can it be Used Effectively? Part 1

DELMIA Quintiq

Before I get into the software itself, it is useful to start with something of a definition of the supply chain management process itself prior to moving on to the solutions that support it. A compact definition is especially useful in this case, as supply chain planning software comes in so many guises and has so many functions.

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What Exactly Is Supply Chain Management? 10 Different Definitions!

Supply Chain Game Changer

So what exactly is the definition of “Supply Chain Management”? It is an umbrella term which encompasses the end-to-end aspects of Finance, Operations, Development, Sales, Manufacturing, Distribution, Customer Management, Supplier Management, Technology and I/T. And one more definition for good measure: 11.

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Inventory Turnover Ratio: Definition & Improvement + Calculator

Unleashed

It helps you to make better purchasing, manufacturing , pricing, and marketing decisions based on the data revealed. Most 3PLs are shipping large volumes so tend to have special pricing arrangements with freight companies and carriers that can make outsourcing a financially viable option even for the smallest manufacturer.

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KPIs to assist manufacturers and distributors with supply chain challenges

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Manufacturers and distributors experienced huge supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic which exposed many vulnerabilities and tested the resilience of supply chain leaders globally. Manufacturing KPIs. In fact, SYSPRO research revealed that 60% of businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic.