SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

This involves understanding customer buying behaviour trends, seasonal variations, production schedules, and more. You can access our Logistics KPI Dashboard Excel Template, a vital tool for Logistics & Supply Chain Managers, allowing them to monitor their performance against key metrics and pinpoint areas for improvement.

Inventory Reduction 101

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

How do they buy from you? How do they buy from you?” Spinnaker Management Group asked me to co-present on a demand-driven webinar with SanDisk. Kehat’s feedback is that “Getting management buy-in for the implementation of cost-to-serve process is easy, but the implementation is difficult.”

Inventory Reduction 150

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 150

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2015

Yesterday, I presented to 700 global attendees on an APICS webinar. In the presentation, I shared data on the evolution of supply chain planning and the results on user satisfaction. Buying these solutions is far more complicated than is represented in a simple four-box quadrant. The results confound me. Let me share the story.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Modeling 150

Supply Chain Movement

APRIL 26, 2016

That’s why we plan four seasons ahead in our sales & operations planning process, which we still do in Excel. Because it is still very early days in terms of the necessary segmentation in this industry, De Luca presented a highly practical step-by-step guide to the approach. First, start with the customer and their specific needs.

SCM 60

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Cycle stock is the management of stock required to cycle through production runs and procurement buys effectively. More and more companies purchasing inventory technologies, but failing to give planners time to plan. Buying the technology and not having clear processes and accountability does not help.

Waste Reduction 150

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Inventory Optimal Sourcing 150

Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 11, 2014

Thirdly I have set up global raw material supply (GMS), a supply entity that consolidates CAN’s global purchase orders and global vendors to plan and deliver raw materials for our manufacturing sites. Our buyers are purchasing micro ingredients, such as vitamins, additives, minerals, etc. All three should be in balance.”.

S&OP 107

S&OP Supply and Demand Material Savings Sourcing Strategies 107

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 16, 2015

In the period of 2002-present, the company acquired/aggregated many applications. On August 13th, Infor announced the intent to purchase GT Nexus for 675M$. The largest was the purchase of Lawson in 2011 for 2B$. The company branded as GT Nexus in 2001 and purchased Tradecard in 2013. The So What? I am not surprised.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 150

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? Out of more than $100 million under spend, 3 people are supposed to manage this, including the Director of Purchasing. What are others saying about the recent past, present, and future of procurement and the trends involved in procurement?

Manufacturing Procurement 63

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 63

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 26, 2015

I recently listened to a DuPont present on their redesign of the supply chain. Instead, the presentation focused on making traditional processes move faster. The inherent buying patterns of consumers are also changing. Purchases in the center store of the grocery store are in decline, and apparel tastes are shifting.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Forecasting Modeling Forecasting Software 150

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

The list is presented in the order the responses were received in: 1) Andreas Wieland , Assistant Professor at Copenhagen Business School Successful supply chain management means that organizations are well-orchestrated in an end-to-end value network. Are you scm experts and have something to contribute?

Waste Reduction 274

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

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

We had a tremendous amount of spend leverage globally, a seasoned team, great supplier relationships, very strong processes, and an excellent Transportation Management System (TMS). They would not have the cash or infrastructure to enable them to support either developing or buying, and then maintaining, a TMS capability.

Transportation Management 76

Transportation Management Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Transportation 76

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

Our team was recognized for our unique configure-to-order process for our microprocessors as a finalist in the Supply Chain Council’s Operational Excellence award in 2011. My role at Gartner makes me responsible to advise and coach senior supply chain executives who buy our “Chief Supply Chain Officer” service. What You Need to Know!

Gartner 74

Gartner Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 74

NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Over the decades, EDI standards emerged that cover a variety of supply chain artifacts and activities , from Purchase Orders & Acknowledgements (EDI 850 & 855) to Invoices (EDI 810) to Shipping Manifests (EDI 856). And APIs present their own set of challenges, as I outline here.

Analytics Software 52

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 30, 2012

We are familiar with the concept of buying online books, electronic goods, gift articles, apparels. But do we purchase grocery online (excluding the perishables) in India. All questions asked do we really need to purchase grocery online when we can get it in a nearby supermarket. I dont think so.

Manufacturing Procurement 25

Manufacturing Procurement Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Retail Procurement Solutions 25

SupplyOn

JULY 17, 2018

In other words, from the digital purchase order, via the digital confirmation, all the way through to the digital invoice. Martin Berbalk, VP Supplier Quality Management with Siemens, presented the SupplyOn quality management process , for example. What is particularly important to him is that the entire process be fully digitized.

Optimal Sourcing 40

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RELEX Solutions

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Consumers have always valued personalized service , wanting to be presented with their preferred assortment, and they like their dealings with their chosen retailers to be easy and stress free. Keeping products that no-one wants to buy on the shelves just for the sake of availability always pushes up spoilage.

Negotiating Skills 37

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 11, 2019

However, some of them are better than others for gaining the essential all-around supply chain knowledge that will not only help you identify where you would like to specialize going forward, but will also boost your value to your employer and present opportunities for advancement. Aiding in purchasing and inbound logistics management.

Supply Chain Planning 56

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2018

If a new visitor arrives and shows a similar pattern of navigation, the engine swings into action with “You might also like (insert name of frequently purchased product here)”. AI Inspirations and Considerations for SCM. Very complex problems or issues that are harder to define have been less present. Tools to think like humans.

Supply Chain Planning Software 53

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

We had a tremendous amount of spend leverage globally, a seasoned team, great supplier relationships, very strong processes, and an excellent Transportation Management System (TMS). They would not have the cash or infrastructure to enable them to support either developing or buying, and then maintaining, a TMS capability.

Transportation Management 43

Transportation Management Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing 43

Logility

MAY 22, 2020

Users are accustomed to building everything in Excel and manipulating the data as needed for their own particular use, typically using static reports or spreadsheets that are siloed in specific departmental needs. A key first step is to have buy-in at the highest level of the organization. Starting at the Top.

Analytics Software 148

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

« Collaborative Platform for Enterprise of Future | Main | Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry » Importance of Proactive Master Data Maintenance in SAP SCM Support. Supply Chain Planners were involved to correct this situation & issue of Purchase Requisitions missing Source of Supply got addressed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 29

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Moreover, since the SMEs are experts in their areas of expertise only (eg: SMEs for inventory, purchasing, shipping, financials etc.), they find it difficult to integrate the requirements and present a holistic picture to the IT vendor. Supply Excellence. IT toolbox: SCM community. Generic SCM (130). Follow us on.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 24

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 13, 2013

Also, with increasingly shorter lifecycles for the components, it is getting increasingly important in the High-Tech industry to plan the components considering substitutes, before placing a buy signal to the Suppliers. Supply Excellence. IT toolbox: SCM community. Generic SCM (130). Follow us on. Infosys on Twitter.

Supply Chain Planning Software 26

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 6, 2012

For example, imagine if it was possible to predict the percentage of customers that were interested in buying a black colored Reebok T-shirt against a brown colored one or to predict the percentage of customers interested in buying a sportz model of a car versus an another model. Supply Excellence. IT toolbox: SCM community.

Supply Chain Planning Software 22

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 3, 2012

With mechanisms like downloading a e- prescriptions or a link to health videos demonstrating a health condition related exercise , one can effectively deal with issues like sky rocketing medical costs, problems associated to appointment and being present in person for a doctor checkup. Supply Excellence. IT toolbox: SCM community.

Asset Management 30

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 8, 2024

Podcast 1: The Supply Chain Show The Supply Chain Show is a podcast by SCM DOJO. Podcast 3: Let’s Talk Supply Chain Presenting “Let’s Talk Supply Chain,” a standout addition to our coveted list of the Top 10 Podcasts revolutionizing industries and perspectives. Go ahead and check them out!

Gartner 79

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Instead of using plastic gift cards, consumers are allowed to store their gift card numbers on their cellphones and smartphones and then redeem their gift card by presenting the stored information on their phone at checkout. Supply Excellence. IT toolbox: SCM community. Generic SCM (130). Follow us on. Infosys on Twitter.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 22

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 6, 2015

I was an avid student of supply chain excellence; and in this role, I watched as best-of-breed solution after best-of-breed solution replaced with more complicated technology. Buying patterns are changing quickly, and the insights are multi-dimensional. In a SAP shop, I would stabilize the investments in SAP APO or SAP SCM 7.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Read more about Warehouse Automation: Definition, Benefits and Issues at our Website SCM DOJO What is a Warehouse Management System (WMS)? Depending on the material flow, loading-unloading dock locations, number of materials to be handled, and many more parameters, WMS provides excellent design solutions to optimize the operations.

Supply Chain Design Software 65

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

More than 60 percent of marketers also envision leveraging AI to create dynamic landing pages, websites, programmatic advertising and media buying. In-fact, this example of analyzing data based on a user’s purchase history or online shopping behavior is the future for e-commerce.

Supply Chain Software 93

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Analytics Software 93

Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 10, 2014

2) Rodney Apple from SCM Talent Group Developing a comprehensive job search action plan is the most actionable tip for landing dream supply chain job. It is the quickest and simplest way to help an employer buy into you and answer the common interview question ‘so…. Thus, never throw a number away. tell us about yourself’.

Supply Chain Planning Software 271

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IQMS

JULY 30, 2019

Earning a reputation for excellent product quality, on-time deliveries and production flexibility is the most proven growth catalyst there is. Proving yourself an excellent supplier is the path to growth every small business manufacturer is after today. Shop floor and production are often running on Microsoft Excel.

Supply Chain Planning Software 51

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

I found two presentations that spoke to me. The first presented in June 2001 outlined where we were in supply chain and what we needed to do. The second presentation given in 2004, shared the results. The retailer’s plan was never normalized against inventory and as a result it did not reflect buying behavior.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Oracle SCM

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

And we presented our solution on several panels and explained that the major cultural challenge for supply chain’s today is moving from vertical focused functional excellence to end-to-end responsiveness and agility of the business process network starting at the point of purchase. See you next year.

Gartner 84

Gartner Supply Chain Execution Conference Supply Chain Software 84

Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Clearly, an excellent warehouse safety program is highly important. Workers buy into the safety program because they believe managers like you are genuine in your commitment to a safe and healthy environment. OSHA has an excellent framework for warehouse safety programs. So do their co-workers and their families.

Warehousing 65

Warehousing Buyer Training Purchasing Training Material Savings 65

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Most people know the stuff they buy at the store is not made there and would likely come from a manufacturer. A lot of the reporting available at that time was powered by these “green bar” reports and analysis consisted of using several excel spreadsheets. Starting out in an ambient distribution center. How do the products get there?

Supply Chain Design Software 68

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 68

6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

“While such benefits are laudable, they do present a significant downside: The efficiency-building measures promoted by S&OP can produce business plans that can be quite rigid, making it hard for organizations to respond to unexpected disruptions. and Walid Klibi, S&OP: A new frontier for supply chain resilience?

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

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