Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

The paradigm is shifting from foundational visibility to real-time decision-making, with positive implications for supply chain teams spanning sourcing & procurement, to production, to yard & DC operations and beyond. Co-Pack Planning and Execution: What is the impact on shippers and MOD?

Real-time Visibility 185

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 185

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 19, 2023

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to speak with Asena Yosun Denizeri, Vice President, Retail Solutions at Solvoyo. In this conversation, Asena and I talked about autonomous planning in supply chain. DC procurement is also automated by aggregating the needs of the MFCs. So how do companies achieve autonomous planning?

Supply Chain Planning Software 220

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 220

SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS will guide companies to achieve strategic value by improving Manufacturing as a Service, Fulfillment as a Service, and Warehousing as a Service. Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) is a new approach to managing the complex process of getting products from manufacturers to consumers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 89

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 89

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2023

Without an efficient supply chain, a company can’t meet the demand that exists, and competitors swoop in and grab market share. Or, alternatively, a company carries too much inventory, storage for excess inventory must be purchased, and cash flows become tight. 25% of the products are purchased and then kitted by the company.

Security 198

Security Supply Chain Planning Jordan Forecasting 198

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

With ToolsGroup’s suite of planning solutions, the cosmetic company wants to balance inventories and service to make better, smarter and faster decisions within its supply chain network. Learn more about ToolsGroup’s automated Demand Planning and Forecasting technology.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 156

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Mr. Bailey has worked most of his career at VF – as an industrial engineer in facilities, in strategic sourcing, running offshore operations, and now as the person in charge of the company’s entire supply chain. VFC’s supply chain sourced over 410 million units of apparel, footwear, and accessories in their last fiscal year.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 211

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 211

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2022

It is one of those high-end brands with global recognition, and to my surprise, the manufacturer’s own website did not have any stock and no indication on when it would be available. Now the new norm is constant change, and agility is the name of the game when it comes to supply chain planning. Network bottleneck identification.

Supply Chain Planning Software 276

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software 276

ThroughPut

MAY 5, 2020

Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. The total cost of ownership is defined as the combination of the purchase or acquisition price of a good or service. Most manufacturers aim at creating the most optimum supply chain for their organizations. Supply chain costs analysis.

Cost Reduction Strategies 64

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 64

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Retail shelves are increasingly empty. While we will recover quickly in retail (moving from painful shortages to a glut of inventory), the chemical industry–sitting four and five layers back in the supply chain–takes longer to recover. In parallel, inflation, currently at 6%, is climbing. We are to blame.”

Supply Chain Design Software 278

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 278

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. He can lead your company through the complex procuretech industry because of his specialization on procurement technology.

Supply Chain Design Software 59

Supply Chain Design Software Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 59

QAD

MARCH 6, 2024

That’s why having the most accurate forecasts to have a successful demand plan in place is a must for every company. So far, we’ve explored what Demand Planning is, delved into its key features, and reviewed the functions and duties to this process. They also solicit input from different stakeholders.

Supply and Demand 52

Supply and Demand Modeling Forecasting Sourcing Strategies 52

ThroughPut

MAY 5, 2020

Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. The total cost of ownership is defined as the combination of the purchase or acquisition price of a good or service. Most manufacturers aim at creating the most optimum supply chain for their organizations. Supply chain costs analysis.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 52

ThroughPut

MAY 5, 2020

Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. The total cost of ownership is defined as the combination of the purchase or acquisition price of a good or service. Most manufacturers aim at creating the most optimum supply chain for their organizations. Supply chain costs analysis.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 52

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 28, 2020

The first story is about a large regional food manufacturer. They are now on their third implementation of supply chain planning. So to put the team at ease, I spoke, “Let’s test your demand planning model to see if you can be successful with your current approach.” Let’s Be Customer Centric.

Supply Chain Planning Software 411

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling 411

GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2018

Multiple manufacturers, multiple relationships, multiple distribution models, multiple contracts. These complexities, layered with globalization, shorter product life cycles , and associated volatility in demand planning, has produced the most dynamic supply chain landscape we have ever experienced.

Supply and Demand 196

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 196

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Armed with the right supply chain planning technology tailored to their industry needs, fashion brands can increase customer service levels, reduce inventory and unsold end-of-season items, reduce delivery time, and keep inventories lean while maximizing sales. But this doesn’t work for slow-moving items.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Optimal Sourcing 156

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Retail shelves are increasingly empty. While we will recover quickly in retail (moving from painful shortages to a glut of inventory), the chemical industry–sitting four and five layers back in the supply chain–takes longer to recover. In parallel, inflation, currently at 6%, is climbing. We are to blame.”

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 195

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Retail shelves are increasingly empty. While we will recover quickly in retail (moving from painful shortages to a glut of inventory), the chemical industry–sitting four and five layers back in the supply chain–takes longer to recover. In parallel, inflation, currently at 6%, is climbing. We are to blame.”

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 195

Oracle SCM

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Every year during the holidays, anxiety hits shoppers, retailers, and manufacturers alike about whether the season’s hottest products will face shortages. For manufacturers, at least, it doesn’t have to be this way. Partner for Manufacturing Flexibility. Media hype and marketing efforts have paid off.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Solutions 60

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 12, 2022

To make the point, let us start with a discussion on Consumer Products manufacturing. P&G lacks a tactical supply plan to manage load across factories and contract manufacturing to effectively communicate to suppliers and underperforms on ROIC. Imagine the downturn in growth in broad line retail and the pressure on margins.

Supply and Demand 217

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 217

Ware2Go

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

In this post, David Block of Volkman Pets shares his top tips for a winning retail distribution strategy. Why You Need a Retail Distribution Strategy. Whether you’re managing a brand with a legacy reputation or a high-growth startup, launching a retail distribution strategy is likely part of your long-term growth plan.

Distribution 59

Distribution Retail Price Reduction Expense Reduction 59

Cognira

JANUARY 10, 2022

Uncertainty is the New Normal for Retailers. If 2020 and 2021 taught retailers anything, it’s that uncertainty is the new normal. We’ve seen uncertainty with demand , customer behavior , and the supply chain. For retailers, the old way of dealing with demand was to buy excess inventory to fulfill stores for a given period.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction Manufacturing Procurement Retail 40

SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

In this context, Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has demonstrated a highly successful and integrated Walmart supply chain, propelling its growth and dominance in the retail industry. The company has strategically invested in automated distribution centers, streamlining the flow of products from manufacturers to stores.

Inventory Reduction 74

Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 74

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 17, 2020

We saw this right at the start of the pandemic, when parts being manufactured in Wuhan province disrupted car manufacturers’ production lines around the world. These disconnections can seriously hurt manufacturers and retailers in today’s online, service-driven economy where consumer expectations are defined by the Amazon experience.

Supply Chain Planning Software 275

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software 275

ToolsGroup

JUNE 27, 2022

Vertical Integration in Retail. Necessity of Supply Chain Planning Software in Vertical Integration. At the back of your supply chain, you’ve got your raw materials being procured. In the middle, you’ve got your manufacturers that take those raw materials and turn them into finished goods. What is Vertical Integration?

Price Reduction 156

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 21, 2014

Let’s start with these: Demand Sensing: The reduction of time to sense purchase and channel takeaway. Demand sensing is a process, automated by technology, that reduces demand latency. For the purchase of Tide at Walmart to translate to an order at P&G, the time is 5-7 days. Independent Demand.

Supply and Demand 323

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Software Forecasting 323

DynaSys

JANUARY 19, 2022

Manufacturers give millions of dollars annually to retailers in the form of slotting fees, sample and trial items, reverse logistics fees, new stores fees, introductory allowances, volume pricing discounts, and promotions to end-consumers. It all starts with a comprehensive promotion plan.

Supply Chain Planning 52

Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Supply and Demand Material Savings 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

The company sources goods from 34,000 suppliers out of 30 nations. Process is a very big topic, but two sets of processes are worth mentioning in more detail are Ferguson’s sourcing and global trade compliance processes. Lead times expanded even for domestic manufacturers because they sourced raw materials from overseas.

Supply Chain Design Software 220

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Network Design Software 220

Elementum

MAY 19, 2022

A few more statistics to give some useful perspective on supply chain’s reach: • In 2020, worldwide, $835 billion of consumer goods were manufactured, a process highly dependent on the global supply chain. • 131 billion parcels were delivered. we expect to see more companies bring manufacturing, assembly, and repair back inhouse.

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 78

Bristlecone

MAY 31, 2020

Bristlecone has introduced several new fixed-price, fixed-scope offerings for SAP products across supply chain planning, procurement and execution. Demand planning analysis for top personal care products company. S/4HANA and Ariba integration for Germany-based manufacturer. North America. DATA SCIENCE SOLUTIONS.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement SAP Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

.” Cognitive technologies and supply chain planning. Stephan Algie, head of business development at INFORM, writes, “I am often asked whether Artificial Intelligence can help to achieve better sales forecasts and procurement planning. ” The importance of concurrent planning. Why is this important?

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 100

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2013

Within an organization, the words “Demand Planning” stir emotions. Seldom do we find a team excited about demand planning. They want to improve demand planning, but they remain skeptical that they can ever be successful in improving the process. Usually, it is not a mild reaction. It is too simplistic.

Supply and Demand 239

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Software Demand Management 239

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 26, 2021

would demand its implementation. I’ve worked for major manufacturers in CPG, Automotive, and Defense Contracting, and I can honestly say that some of the largest organizations are nowhere near accomplishing this. Buyers and expeditors alike tend to place Purchase Orders with suppliers and then check the box as if the task is complete.

Supply Chain Visibility 103

Supply Chain Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain 103

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Seasonal inventory refers to goods associated with specific periods or events that cause demand fluctuation throughout the year. In the retail sector , seasonality plays a pretty visible role. Say you’re a manufacturer , refining your production and capacity planning. If you’re a manufacturer , have you produced enough?

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Inventory Optimal Sourcing Supply and Demand 156

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Additionally, 54% are seeking improved service levels in the coming year, and only 14% have a machine learning project underway, meaning for many AI-augmented planning is still more hype than adoption. Because digital transformation can involve selecting and implementing several different solutions, the early stages are often protracted.

Supply Chain Planning Software 136

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 136

BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

That’s sort of what retailers are going through right now with the whipsaw nature of the trade war with China. Soon after, realizing the damaging impact on retailers and consumers during the holiday shopping season, he backed the start date off to December 15. But which retailers will be impacted most?

Optimal Sourcing 48

Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 48

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 22, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters industry specific commentary, we make the observation that retail industry sales and operations planning and demand support teams, given the current state of recent business financial performance, need to up their game in supply network inventory management agility and added responsiveness. .

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Inventory Management Inventory Reduction 52