Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 22, 2013

'This week, Gartner is hosting their annual supply chain conference. A major item on the agenda is the announcement of what used to be named the AMR Top 25. It is now the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. While the name has changed, the methodology has remained fairly constant, with a only a few changes, since 2004. The research tries to establish “ who did supply chain best ” by looking at a weighted formula of Year-over-Year Growth, Return on Assets (ROA), and Inventory Turns for the Fortune 500 co

Gartner 250

Gartner Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Chemicals 250

Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2013

'Managing transportation — the ebb and flow of rates, capacity, fuel and regulations — is an ongoing challenge for many companies, especially those still using spreadsheets and fax machines to plan and execute shipments. At some point, usually when costs are out of control or service levels are heading south, companies finally make the decision to invest in a transportation management system (TMS) or outsource all or part of their transportation operations to a third party.

Network Design Software 169

Network Design Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Planning Software 169

SCM Research

MAY 19, 2013

'The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Manufacturing Outlook 2013 , written on behalf of KPMG, is out now. It is based on an international survey of more than 300 senior executives from five industries. The report demonstrates that competitive advantage can be secured by enhancing supply chain networks for efficiency and innovation. Particularly, it is demonstrated that (1) many manufacturers are planning mergers or acquisitions to seize opportunities in global markets, and they plan to exit

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Global Sourcing Strategies 111

Supply Chain Movement

MAY 24, 2013

'One of the most valuable things to come out our workshops is insight into some of the less obvious root causes for why supply chain efforts go wrong. Recently a delegate told us something surprising: that his company’s IT department chose some planning software without consulting anyone in supply chain. I later heard a similar story from someone in our last Supply Chain Club meeting.

Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Procurement Solutions Demand Planning Software 94

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.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

'Over the course of the last week, I have been working on healthcare research. We finished our report on the maturation of hospital supply chains , and I have put the finishing touches on the Healthcare Supply Chain Index for this Thursday’s webinar. I also had the opportunity to speak at the GHX conference and facilitate a leadership workshop on the required changes for implantable devices.

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Modeling Modeling Software Pharmaceutical Procurement Analytics 236

Supply Chain View from the Field

MAY 23, 2013

'Recent discussions with consumer goods companies reveals that margin management is becoming an imperative that goes far beyond just taking out cost of goods sold, or using full truck loads on shipment. CPG companies are seeking to continuously drive profit margins on the products they sell in retail stores – and the world of retail is continuing to become more complex as we speak.

Purchasing Skills 74

Purchasing Skills Modeling Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement 74

Supply Chain Movement

MAY 24, 2013

'In view of the crucial role supply chain management has played in companies’ success in the past decade, it is surprising that so few books have been published on the topic, especially when compared to the huge number of books appearing on marketing and social media at the moment. In the preface to their book ‘Bricks Matter’, authors Lora Cecere and Charles Chase write that while ‘clicks’ (internet) are sexier than ‘bricks’ (fulfilment), companies cannot move forward without an effective and ef

Supply Chain Planning Software 74

Supply Chain Planning Software BRIC Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 74

MIT Supply Chain

MAY 23, 2013

'3D printing is being hailed as a breakthrough technology that will revolutionize manufacturing and supply chain management. This may be the case, but we should avoid repeating the mistake of relying on hype to judge its value. For those who are still unfamiliar with the concept, in 3D printing (or additive manufacturing) a digital file of a computer-aided design is sent to a “printer” that creates an object by depositing successive layers of materials a few microns in thickness.

Vendor Strategies 74

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Bangladesh Material Savings 74

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

MAY 23, 2013

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Pharmaceutical 133

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Supply and Demand 133

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MAY 24, 2013

Having been involved in the development of a pan-Canadian Electronic Health Record, I have a keen interest in how healthcare benefits from standardized policies and technologies designed to reduce healthcare costs and improve patient outcomes and safety through improved synergies and efficiencies. My interest also extends to the hospital supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 23, 2013

'As a project manager, I am always learning new lessons about managing projects, sometimes the hard way. Below are some of my project management lessons. Project Management Lesson #1 – Projects are Everything. Without projects there is no progress. The money saving software never gets implemented, the new car doesn’t get launched and the new house doesn’t get built.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 125

Logistics Network Optimization Software Automotive Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics 125

Longbow Advantage

MAY 23, 2013

In 2002 I was married (still am!), with 3 children. And I quit my job as Vice President of Information Technology of a major 3PL in Canada.

Canada 65

Canada 3PL 65

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

MAY 21, 2013

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Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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ModusLink Corporation

MAY 20, 2013

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Supply Chain View from the Field

MAY 21, 2013

'I recently visited with a large services company, and learned a few things talking to their supply chain recruiters that provided some great insights for students to think about. First, the managers I spoke with talked about things every student who is serious about finding a job should do before an interview: - Be prepared – know what our business is!

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 60

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Supply Chain Talent Management Talent Management 60