7 Factors to Consider During Supply Chain Planning Implementation
John Galt
MAY 1, 2023
Key factors to consider during the implementation of a supply chain planning software solution to help ensure success in the process.
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Strategy. Strategy. Wherefore Art Thou Strategy?
Supply Chain Shaman
MAY 1, 2023
“An idiot with a plan can beat a genius without a plan.” Warren Buffet, Investor This week, I finished a report. It will publish next week. The research focuses on lessons to be learned from the past thirty-seven months of disruption. My primary insight is that many of the technology initiatives that were underway at the start of the disruption did not serve us well.
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Negotiating With A Chatbot: A Walmart Procurement Case Study
Talking Logistics
MAY 1, 2023
This past February we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — “Is your company using Artificial Intelligence in its supply chain or logistics operations?” More than two-thirds of the respondents (68%) said they weren’t using AI and.
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the (Supply Chain) Year
DELMIA Quintiq
MAY 1, 2023
It’s that time of year again! The largest gathering of Supply Chain professionals in the US at the biggest conference of the year: the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium & Xpo 2023 in Orlando, Florida, May 8th thru 10th. Click here for more information. If you have attended this show in the past, you will know that it is not a small investment of time and cost to take part (as either an exhibitor or a conference attendee).
Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Supply Chain AI: 3 Trends Here to Stay – Thought Leaders
Logility
MAY 1, 2023
At Logility, we’re committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and innovations, like Supply Chain AI, to better serve our customers. That’s why as a Director on our Innovation Team, I was particularly interested in attending the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit in March, which is known for providing cutting-edge insights and thought leadership.
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On-demand Webinar: FASB Regulations
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Smart Software and Optimum Consulting Announce Strategic Partnership
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Smart Software and Optimum Consulting, today announced their partnership to address the supply chain planning needs of the Manufacturing, Wholesale, and Retail industries in Australia and New Zealand The post Smart Software and Optimum Consulting Announce Strategic Partnership appeared first on Smart Software.
The Evolution and Future of Demand Management
ThroughPut
MAY 1, 2023
or the planners who are managing super-complex supply chains that include everything from your tiered suppliers, inventory to logistics and sales, the pressure has literally gone through the roof. Yes, we live in an era where demand drives supply. But to not be able to understand or manage that demand, given the market volatility created by higher customer expectations and shorter fulfillment cycles, has created continuous ripples of chaos in the entire supply chain.
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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics
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Inventory Control Chart: Definition, Uses, Examples
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HAVI and Kinaxis Partnering to Launch Analytics Tool for Quick Service Restaurant Industry
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The Importance of Data Archiving in Improving Operational Efficiency
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As businesses continue to produce massive amounts of data in today’s world, effectively managing and leveraging this information has become a major challenge. One crucial solution to this challenge is data archiving. Keep reading to learn more about the significance of data archiving in enhancing operational efficiency, and why it’s a critical step for any business looking to streamline its processes and maximize its potential.
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