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Strategy. Strategy. Wherefore Art Thou Strategy?

Supply Chain Shaman

In contrast, those who outperformed were better at strategy and aligned with outcomes. The use of descriptive analytics along with agile planning techniques (what-if analysis, discrete event simulation, and network design) helped. The operating strategy defines the flows of the supply chain. Analytics investments are essential.

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A Synopsis of the ITAP-LogiSYM event

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

This event offered an excellent view into industry trends, technology developments, strategic approaches, customer dynamics, changing demand patterns, technology impacts to manufacturing and an optimistic envision towards innovation and digital trust on the back of Covid-19 pandemic havoc globally. A Synopsis of the ITAP-LogiSYM event.

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Navigating Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Strategies for Resilience

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Causes of Supply Chain Disruptions Extreme weather events Extreme weather events like hurricanes or flooding can have an impact on how supply chains around the world operate. Conclusion The complexities of global supply chains demand proactive strategies to navigate disruptions effectively.

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What are the best Supply Chain Strategies for 2021

ivalua

Supply Chain Strategies: What the Pandemic Has Taught Us So Far? While this strategy appears to be a viable solution, as there will be some shortening of supply chains moving forward, it is not realistic to expect that a vast global supply chain network will not continue to exist.

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Digital Transformation: Why You Can’t Afford to Wait

Even global manufacturers –– companies across industrial, automotive, chemical, and energy industries –– are scrambling to mitigate the impacts of labor, material and energy shortages, delays, inflation, and unexpected events.

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5 Steps to Start Planning Your Peak Season Shipping Strategy | Fast Freight Five VIDEO

GlobalTranz

However, 2020 has been extremely eventful and wrought with risk in the supply chain. The post 5 Steps to Start Planning Your Peak Season Shipping Strategy | Fast Freight Five VIDEO appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. With peak season approaching, shippers may simply be worried about what steps to take.

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Two-Thirds of Organizations Say Reducing Supply Chain Disruption Has Increased in Priority in Response to Recurring Black-Swan Events

ivalua

With 30% of respondents indicating their organizations are suffering from an inability to assess risk across suppliers, many are investing in new strategies to minimize the frequency and impact of disruption. Markus Leutert, Senior Director, Corporate Communications. media@ivalua.com.

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Future Focus: Constructing Unshakeable Stability in Your Manufacturing Supply Chain

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Save your seat today! July 11th, 2023 at 9:30am PDT, 12:30pm EDT, 5:30pm BST