Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
com-plex-i-ty [k uh m- plek -si-tee]. - noun, the state or quality of being complex; intricacy. Source: Dictionary.com. As today’s networks grow and interaction with partners across the world becomes the norm, it is your ability to identify complexity and then develop a strategy to manage it that can make or break your competitiveness. Managing complexity is almost like looking at your reflection, it forces you to look within.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
The prophets of lean manufacturing methods usually scorn planning systems. ERP and Advanced Planning Systems (APS) systems stochastically propagate a combination of hard demand and forecasts through the supply chain. Demand signals are ignored and individual inventory buffers are based on lead times and lot size requirements throughout the supply chain.
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Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
For more than a decade, the idea of a close working relationship between trading partners has been one of the Holy Grails of the supply chain. Information moving seamlessly…everyone knows what the other is doing…bottlenecks removed…a Utopia of sorts. But, are we there yet? IndustryWeek recently highlighted a new book, The New Supply Chain Agenda , which outlines the five steps to drive value.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
Inventory optimization (IO) has become an increasingly important topic of late as companies try to balance inventory (amount, location, etc.) with erratic demand and supply variability. Following the inventory slashing practices during the global financial crisis, many were left unable to respond quickly and cost-effectively to a rise in demand, leaving these companies at a disadvantage.
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
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
Walmart Wammy Teaches a Lesson in SKU Rationalization. To rationalize or not to rationalize: that is the question. According to CFO.com , Walmart thought it had the right answer by cutting back “vast numbers of underperforming stock-keeping units” in 2009. In the stores, customers saw a narrower range of products and more private-label products, so…they shopped elsewhere.
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Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
VMI is back. While many have spoken of its demise, lately I have found myself engaged with customers, press and analysts about its resurgence. I also have an article set to appear in the Journal of Business Forecasting as well as a whitepaper on the topic, What You Need to Know About the New Collaborative VMI. This is clearly a subject area, similar to S&OP and inventory optimization , that is top of mind for many industry leaders.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
Consumer Goods companies appear to be “tool-challenged” when it comes to inventory optimization (IO). At least that is what they think based on a recent survey conducted by Consumer Goods Technology , “ Inventory Optimization—Delivering more than just Inventory Reduction.” Four statistics pulled from this report deliver a clear message regarding the industry’s need for better inventory optimization tools.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
Wouldn’t it be great if we could see around the corner, to posses that magical ability to anticipate what’s at the next intersection? On the road, we now have cars that can see around a corner, let you know what is ahead and prepare for any changes in conditions. You, the driver, are no longer limited by what you see straight ahead. With improved visibility, you quickly adjust and successfully navigate whatever the road throws your way.
Logility
FEBRUARY 28, 2011
Inventory Optimization (IO) is a loosely used term in the industry. You’ll see it used to describe tactical inventory management, warehouse operations and strategic network assessments as well as used to describe single stage as well as multi-echelon environments. Inventory optimization is so much more and impacts the supply chain at all levels.
Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
Sales and operations planning (S&OP) is a process designed to unite all key constituents across the enterprise to a single goal. Senior level executives responsible for sales, marketing, materials/procurement, manufacturing, transportation, supply chain, and finance (to name a few) meet to consider the needs and constraints of each of their respective areas in light of overall company objectives, and agree on an operating plan for the next month, quarter and year.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
How to excel at the Replenishment Shuffle. One of the most profitable moves a supply chain team can make is optimizing replenishment in a multi-tiered distribution network (manufacturer to DC, DC to Retailer, etc.). I have found many companies miss the boat with a single-echelon approach that simply replenishes the warehouse or the DC separately. This doesn’t optimize the multiple tiers inherent in a supply chain.
Logility
MARCH 2, 2011
Ruggedly independent, yes, but they know they can rely on each other, too. Butch Cassidy was all brains and vision, while Sundance had good looks and the fast draw. Luke was innocent and highly intuitive, while Han was rakish and resourceful. The classic buddy movie is based on a perfect synergy of two very distinct characters, and when Hollywood starts to cast that big supply chain epic (any day now), they should go with Network Design and Inventory Optimization as their Hope and Crosby.
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