Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

This is because most classical planning solutions lack the modeling capability and computing power to accommodate different data sources, large SKU count, and detailed constraints and contingencies to build an immediately executable plan. each with discrete plans generated typically in sequential batch runs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 200

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The complexity of global supply chains – especially in organizations like GM – require hands-on relationship management of suppliers to ensure that supplier collaboration will lead to added value, and innovation. Resources spent/gains made on the road to innovation are, therefore, sustained exclusively by the internal entity.

Innovation 59

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 6, 2015

At the event, James Rice, MIT, spoke on innovation, and his reflections on Clayton Christensen’s 1997 classic business book, the Innovators Dilemma. This is disruptive innovation. The spark from Invention to Innovation is slow. Technology invention is happening, but the translation to innovation is slow.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Laggards mosey down a path of vague terms and goals without questioning the need to reskill to drive process innovation. How do we design work systems to align organizations and ensure that there is the right balance of reward systems with metrics? How do we drive bi-directional orchestration across source, make and deliver?

Sourcing Strategies 195

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Price Mitigation Strategies 195

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 6, 2020

My job, as the plant engineering manager, was to drive innovation and implement technology improvement. Despite goals to improve agility and resiliency, functional metrics for manufacturing efficiency continually throw the supply chain out of balance. The first step is the definition of a clear strategy. The So What?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 287

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 28, 2016

” The journey for value requires a clear definition and analysis of what is possible. The supply chain is a complex system with finite, and non-linear relationships between supply chain metrics that drive balance sheet results. We find that companies can improve one, but not two of the metrics. A Look at History.

Pharmaceutical 195

Pharmaceutical Metrics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 2, 2016

We also see that manufacturing companies with a strong dependency on BPO are less agile and rate themselves lower on innovation. In parallel, the traditional software vendors are struggling with the Innovators Dilemma. Open source needs maintenance. The fast lane to innovation is with new start-ups.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 150

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 15, 2018

The field of supply chain management–combining source, make and deliver–into a common process started in 1982. 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 evolution sprung from chaos. The difference?

Sourcing Strategies 150

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

According to 2019 Definitive Healthcare data, U.S. Buying supplies, equipment, low preference items and the latest innovations to support high-value care delivery is expensive and while it’s not an area where you want to skimp, there are certainly ways to reduce these expenses without impacting quality of care. Share on Twitter.

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 26, 2023

While teams wave their hands and talk digital, I find digital projects ideas lack definition, clarity of process, and success. So where will the innovation come from? New start-ups and business innovators will spark new projects and ideas. Let’s start with a clear definition. Can we supercharge this? I think maybe.

Optimal Sourcing 78

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Modeling Software 78

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Orchestration enables companies to effectively manage trade-offs between source, make, deliver and sell.) Organizations can align to drive value despite the allegiance to functional metrics. The industry considers the company a leader, but I know the dark side that internally, the IT processes squash innovation. Mistake #5.

S&OP 195

S&OP Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement 195

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Choose between a broad overview of procurement and a focused course that focuses on certain topics like strategic sourcing, contract management, or supplier relationship management. Throughout this course, you will gain valuable knowledge and practical insights on various aspects of the sourcing process in procurement.

Purchasing Training 78

Purchasing Training Negotiating Skills Buyer Training Manufacturing Procurement 78

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 30, 2019

Progress on the key performance metrics of cost, customer service, inventory, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) are going backward; not forwards, for most companies. Specifically, I will focus on the lack of clear definition of control tower, cognitive computing, connected planning, and concurrent planning. Control Tower.

Supply Chain Planning Software 167

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 167

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Current State of Supplier Performance Management Nowadays, the interest in improving supplier performance management methods has increased due to the increase in global sourcing and that of the global economy in particular (Gordon Sherry R, 2008). The questions that are most often asked are: What metrics should I use?

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Procurement Analytics 55

LevaData

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

So, when it comes to supply chain management, specifically with sourcing and procurement, have we seen the survival of the fittest playing out here? Looking at that traditional “fittest” metric, we would all agree that maximizing liquidity shows good business judgment in times like this. In short, yes. What's Most Important?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 71

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Innovation 71

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 30, 2019

Progress on the key performance metrics of cost, customer service, inventory, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) are going backward; not forwards, for most companies. Specifically, I will focus on the lack of clear market definitions of the terms control tower, cognitive computing, connected planning, and concurrent planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 154

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Modeling Analytics Software 154

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

As shown in Figure 1, at a recent client engagement, there is a strong and clear process definition of the budget process and the lack of clarity and discipline in the demand flows for the supply chain. No metric should be measured in isolation, and functional metrics should be replaced with the balanced scorecard metrics shown in Figure 2.

Supply Chain Design Software 183

Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting 183

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

The most common reporting relationship in the supplier organization is to a leader of supply (focus on logistics, distribution, materials sourcing and customer service). The focus has been on sourcing and managed costs. Accept the definitions of processes and relationships of the industry. Balance innovation and standardization.

Modeling 236

Modeling Modeling Software Pharmaceutical Procurement Analytics 236

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

These included cloud-based computing, in-memory processing, parallel computation, and open-source analytics. The rise of pattern recognition, machine learning, semantic reasoning, text mining, and open source analytics capabilities opened-up new possibilities to drive improvement. Raise your hand and ask for definitions.

Analytics Software 238

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 238

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 26, 2017

Amazon’s because of their breath in physical and digital supply chain, innovation in material handling, transportation, etc and their vision completely disrupting the industry. They are competitive, but there is no standard definition. This year-over-year comparison, enables visualization of performance on two metrics.

Sourcing Strategies 152

Sourcing Strategies Agile and Lean Supply Chain Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 152

Enterra Insights

JANUARY 2, 2024

.” Michael McCullough , a Vice President at Capgemini, told McCrea, “Supply chains are moving faster and more resiliently right now, and companies are becoming even more focused on evaluating risk — both in terms of their supplier bases and their manufacturing/sourcing sites (i.e., those situated offshore).”

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Modeling 130

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 6, 2013

Closing the gaps happens when there are aligned metrics, clarity of vision and aligned planning processes. For clarity, the definitions are: -Strategic Planning: The frequency is either monthly or quarterly and the focus is on long-term planning. Metrics Alignment. They lack cohesion. Many are not. Technology Evolution.

Supply Chain Planning Software 278

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 278

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

I have taken myself off the road to write the book Metrics That Matter. Supply Chain leaders will state in one breath that they want to be innovative and try new technologies; however, in the next sentence, they will ask for a statement of a definitive Return on Investment (ROI) for a project. It is a slow week. It is tedious.

Supply Chain Design Software 279

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 279

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2016

Today Thoma Bravo, a private equity investment firm, announced a definitive agreement to purchase Elemica, a provider of Supply Chain Operating Networks for the chemical industry. We are just now starting to see innovation return to JDA and GXS assets under OpenText ownership. The Promise of Innovation.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Network Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply and Demand Modeling 150

Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 3, 2022

The Supply Chain Revolution: Innovative Sourcing and Logistics for a Fiercely Competitive World Pros: This book will show you how to plan and execute sourcing strategies like the world's leading companies. Cons: It focuses heavily on sourcing or purchasing which is one function under integrated logistics management.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

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

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Consumers, activists, and investors increasingly want to know the products they buy are sourced sustainably and ethically. ” They note an MIT survey of apparel companies found vastly differing definitions of supply chain transparency across organizations. sources of raw materials. performance-based metrics.

Supply Chain Design Software 174

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 174

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 23, 2023

Assess the opportunities and effort of the initiative, with questions such as: Which innovations will have the biggest impact? Because an ERP system provides a comprehensive view of a company’s operations, it can be used for tracking and reporting on ESG metrics. Establish the baseline. 5 ways that ERP plays a role in ESG?

Waste Reduction 111

Waste Reduction Report Optimal Sourcing Price Reduction 111

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 9, 2013

I was writing the book, Bricks Matter and I wanted a better definition of Supply Chain Excellence. This research was the backbone of the Supply Chain Metrics that Matter series of reports. Instead, they have measured functional metrics or focused on projects. It started at my kitchen table. The Building of the Index.

Supply Chain Software 203

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Modeling Modeling Software 203

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Another client wants to push the customer-centric concept in his organization, but his definition is to do whatever the customer wants. Many of my clients talk about a customer-centric supply chain but rely on useless metrics from an annual survey or a net promoter score. The reason? What A Customer-Centric Supply Chain Is Not.

Customer Service 285

Customer Service Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design 285

ThroughPut

MARCH 11, 2024

The manufacturing industry has witnessed a rapid flux in the past few years given the instant demand/ supply market changes and disruptive innovation. The software involves a definite set of processes that constantly improve the core operational activities on the shop floor. How Can Manufacturing Operations Management Software Help?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Protectionist trade policies are also causing companies to shift their country sourcing practices, and there is no reason to believe that we will see geopolitical posturing along the trade front fade soon. 2023 will be the year to shore-up innovative, intuitive, intelligent solutions. Weathering the Trade Policy Storm.

Predictive Analytics Software 130

Predictive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 130

Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Introducing Intelligent IBP Let’s start with a definition. This definition should become clear once you go through the principles. However, standing still and sticking to old dogma’s, not innovate, come up with new ideas and envision a better supply chain planning future is not an option for me.

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Negotiating Skills 78

Oracle SCM

AUGUST 1, 2018

Nevertheless, I like the definition. I would categorize our mission and value to be directly in line with the Gartner definition for E2ESCV so, today we would have been a visibility and collaboration solution vendor. As with any project, definition of the objective (usually based on ROI) is the starting point.

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Gartner Demand Planning Software 104

SupplyShift

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

This provides a framework through which to establish goals and metrics, with corresponding action plans to reach those goals. Suppliers must manage demands for data from multiple sources, both internal and external. Achieving sustainability at scale becomes much more attainable when existing standards are applied.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The same source, Birinyi Associates, indicated that U.S. According to a published report by S&P Global Market Intelligence , more than one in five listed S&P 500 Companies increased their earnings-per-share metric by a least 4 percent by the third quarter of last year. firms announced a record $1.26

Supply Chain Transformation 52

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QAD

JUNE 17, 2021

By using QAD’s Integrated Supplier Management diagnostic tool, manufacturers can assess their supply chain efficiency and agility and get definitive answers. . In the area of supplier management they look at broad-based metrics, such as: What needs to be planned, executed and adapted?

Supplier Management 97

Supplier Management Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 97

BlueYonder

JANUARY 21, 2021

The new concepts require: digital supply chain execution capabilities in transportation, warehouse, labor and fulfillment digital control towers fueled by artificial intelligence (AI), data science and analytics strategic product segmentation, sourcing and inventory management effective pricing and promotions management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 86

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Execution Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 86