Precoro

JUNE 3, 2025

Businesses often use it in retail and purchasing. Category management isn’t just another procurement trend. It’s a way for companies to group similar goods or services (like IT infrastructure, facilities, or raw materials) and manage them holistically instead of handling every purchase in isolation.

Manufacturing Procurement 45

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Material Savings 45

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Of the twenty companies interviewed, only one can answer the question, “Do you have a good inventory plan?” ” We have implemented conventional demand planning technologies and processes, yet, in eight out of ten companies that I work with, I see a negative Forecast Value Added (FVA) measurement.

Supply Chain Design Software 395

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Software 395

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 20, 2014

This is a barrier for innovation. Competition : The aggressive marketing of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) vendors introducing planning suites (led by SAP with a product named SAP APO) took the market off course. All of the results are reported in aggregate. Demand planning is less industry specific than supply.

Supply Chain Planning Software 366

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Supply and Demand 366

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Leveraging advanced analytics : You can use analytics to identify top-performing suppliers as well as address any issues based on supplier performance metrics. Analytics also help you better evaluate potential suppliers, pinpoint cost-saving opportunities, and strengthen future sourcing strategies.

Negotiate Pricing 52

Negotiate Pricing Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills 52

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 28, 2021

The group needed a clear market signal on consumption patterns and the translation of demand with minimal latency to optimize price, mix, and schedule the factory to manage margin. Consumers constantly change the mix preferences in purchases. Somedays, the focus is on steaks or ribs and the next on the purchase of ground or cubed meat.

Supply Chain Planning Software 322

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 322

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

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2025

Bowman, SupplyChainBrain The European Union is on the verge of rolling out a reporting regulation that promises to have a huge impact on businesses selling into the region. The DPP “represents a significant advance in product transparency and sustainability,” according to an EU report published in September of 2024. “As

Manufacturing Procurement 59

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 59

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 30, 2022

Here I want to address the question, “Why is the focus on the basics of supply chain a barrier to adopting new forms of analytics and supply chain processes? ” (The use of the term “basics” is usually code for the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) to improve order-to-cash and procure-to-pay.).

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Data Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 16, 2022

Real estate journalist Will Parker ( @_willparker_ ) reports, “The last mile in the e-commerce delivery process looks like a windfall for real-estate owners. … An increase in online shopping has furthered the trend, creating greater demand for warehouses to hold ordered items. .”[2] Last Mile Innovation.

Innovation 130

Innovation Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Supply and Demand 130

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 16, 2022

Real estate journalist Will Parker ( @_willparker_ ) reports, “The last mile in the e-commerce delivery process looks like a windfall for real-estate owners. … An increase in online shopping has furthered the trend, creating greater demand for warehouses to hold ordered items. .”[2] Last Mile Innovation.

Innovation 130

Innovation Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Supply and Demand 130

Logility

JULY 22, 2024

Combining planning systems with ERP significantly enhanced efficiency in forecasting, production scheduling, and deployment, enlightening the business about the potential of digital integration in supply chain management. This culture shift was crucial for achieving long-term success and staying competitive in a dynamic market.

Continuous Improvement 207

Continuous Improvement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Strategies 207

ThroughPut

OCTOBER 18, 2024

ThroughPut AI: Best for supply chain analytics and decision intelligence WATCH ON-DEMAND THROUGHPUT AI DEMO With Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), a very powerful force comes into play in your supply chain decision-making processes with ThroughPut AI.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software 52

Silvon Software

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

For Greater Product Performance Visibility and Improved Sales & Demand Planning Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers operate in an increasingly competitive environment, where the ability to access and analyze timely, accurate data can make or break a company’s success. Their report formats may be inconsistent.

Inventory Reduction 59

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Resource Reduction Optimal Sourcing 59

Logility

DECEMBER 15, 2023

This reality is compelling F&B companies to rethink their strategies and approach to supply chain optimization and demand planning. Staying competitive in this intense landscape demands finely tuned operations that are highly efficient and effective – from product concept to customer consumption.

Optimal Sourcing 176

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 176

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

They center on how to make a good decision in the purchase of supply chain planning solutions. Most have purchased software, but are dependent on Excel spreadsheets. There is a belief by the IT organization that the supply chain planning solutions from ERP providers are adequate. Frustration abounds. For example.

Supply Chain Planning Software 252

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

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Hidden Cost of Lost Uptime According to a Siemens report , in 2022 alone, unplanned downtime cost Fortune Global 500 companies $1.5 Lost Sales: A Preventable Loss of Potential Revenue Harvard Business Review reports that stockouts cost retailers $1 trillion yearly, with most purchases abandoned when items are unavailable.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

In an uncertain environment, affordability and predictability are at a premium, and a supply-chain organization can deliver these through effective management and oversight of its suppliers. This will make the supplier sluggish to respond to changes and slow moving on innovation. What can you do?

Waste Reduction 274

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction 274

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 5, 2017

In the period of 2005-2010 I created research on the topic of demand-driven value networks as an analyst at AMR Research. This ended when Gartner purchased AMR Research in 2010. Since I do not believe in the Gartner business model, I left. I also believe that with recent technology innovation the vision is much, much more.

Supply and Demand 191

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Software 191

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

In ToolsGroup, we see an innovative partner that will position us to leverage proven technology and analytics to ensure we have what our customers need, where they need it, and when they need it.”. That’s why global leaders like Absolut, BP and Harley-Davidson rely on us year after year.

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization 156

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 30, 2017

I miss the days of Walter Cronkite reporting the news. Stuck without a flight on Memorial Day weekend, I succumbed to a two-hour call with the American Platinum frequent-flyers desk to work out an alternate plan. Here are some insights from my work week: Too Few Understand Demand Planning. I loved the news.

San Francisco 170

San Francisco Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software San Jose 170

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Shell operates as a single-instance of SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Completed in 2012, the ERP project forced the company to standardize organizational design, roles, and metrics. Thanks to Nick’s leadership, Shell is currently the only company that has combined demand sensing with DDMRP capabilities on a global scale.

Demand Planning Software 322

Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 322

BlueYonder

MARCH 11, 2025

This urgency fueled a significant investment in APS systems, which offer the ability to simulate various scenarios, predict potential disruptions, and optimize resource allocation in real-time. A McKinsey survey highlights a strong demand for AI-based tools, particularly in demand planning, where 74% of respondents show keen interest.

Supply Chain Planning Software 87

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Modeling 87

QAD

MARCH 27, 2024

So far, we’ve seen how data is an integral part of the demand planning cycle. However, completing this task becomes complex when multiple systems store demand planning data. This software helps businesses keep track of raw materials, orders, cash, production capacity, purchase orders, inventory levels, and more.

Supply and Demand 52

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Demand Planning 52

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2024

For those procurement or Supply Chain executives in suitable organizations, there is an increasing number of uncertainties to manage, especially in today’s tough economic environment. Procurement consultants like ourselves are required to be highly creative and innovative to resolve the business issues across a broader management disciplines.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Procurement 52

QAD

APRIL 11, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the big “buzzwords” of 2024, which is a shame because the technology’s analytical capabilities have a lot to offer supply chain planners – if you can cut through the hype. Predictive analytics, demand planning and business forecasting have always been core functions for supply chain planners.

Predictive Analytics 94

Predictive Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Disruption Supply and Demand 94

Logility

JULY 21, 2022

The pure play smart sustainable buildings company is always focused on innovative solutions that make things smarter, safer and healthier, as well as more cost-effective, sustainable, and secure. ” The first step of the transformation focused on demand planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 173

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software Scenario Planning 173

Logility

AUGUST 12, 2021

Most companies understand that accurate forecasts are a critical part of minimizing inventory, maximizing production efficiency, streamlining purchasing, optimizing distribution, minimizing waste, and projecting future performance confidently. Advanced Inventory Management. Planting the Seeds for Success.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 130

Enterra Insights

MARCH 4, 2022

.”[1] An infographic prepared by the staff at Concentric reports, “[Nearly 80% of] CPG executives say the COVID-19 crisis will have a lasting impact on their customers’ needs”; however, “[less than a third of them] say their companies are well-equipped to address such changes.”[2] Joining the Data Revolution.

Packaging 130

Packaging Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software 130

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Assortments are increasingly built to address customer need and ensure a pleasant customer experience — the product exists where the shopper wants to purchase it — but there is more to it than just providing a satisfying retail experience. A Better Model Is Built Around Smarter Customer Connections. The customer is not the focus.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 120

Stord

APRIL 4, 2022

Leading supply chain professionals and innovative brands are continuing to push the industry forward. Given our work with many of these professionals and their brands, here’s what some of Stord’s team see as some of the best use cases for logistics tech and what you should consider when planning your own efforts in the future.

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software 78

Logility

OCTOBER 29, 2021

They are coming to the realization that they must innovate and build resilience for whatever might come next. To optimize throughput and capacity utilization, process manufacturers must effectively manage inventory, apply predictive analytics, and gain supply chain transparency through digital transformation.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software 130

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 26, 2015

Many organizations will play the shell game of reporting forecast error so that the numbers look better: either calculating the forecast at a higher level in the forecast hierarchy (not at the item level) or reporting the data as a Weighted Mean Absolute Error. Focus on Sensing using Independent Demand.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Forecasting Modeling Forecasting Software 150

Techgistics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Speed and convenience has largely been innovated by Amazon, who have been able to drastically change consumer expectations by providing nearly infinite selection, one click shopping, dash buttons, 2 day delivery with Prime, and 2 hour delivery with Prime Now amongst other innovations.

Supply Chain Software 133

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 133

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 5, 2019

Originally, the focus of innovation was manual work, and during the past half century we’ve created more advanced tools to undertake bigger and bigger portions of routine cognitive work. ” Although he applies those three trends specifically to long-range planning, they are equally applicable to short-term planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Scenario Planning 100

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

From demand planning to manufacturing to trade promotion optimization, data is essential for almost every aspect of consumer packaged goods (CPG) company operations. … With an ever-complex consumer purchasing path, it can be difficult for a brand to know where exactly to adjust their efforts. Data and advanced analytics.

Data 100

Data Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies 100

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

On the supply side, however, there is less and less room for manufacturers to absorb additional costs as volatile input prices put the squeeze on margins and the marketing investment required to differentiate branded products from private-label competitors continues to rise.

Optimal Sourcing 78

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 78

QAD

JANUARY 19, 2023

Facets of this broad field include demand planning, inventory management, logistics, acquisitions and partner management. Supply chain management is typically broken into three large buckets of intricate processes and roles: Concept: the full cycle, from sourcing and procurement to fulfillment. Let’s dive in.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 98