Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

When a critical Tier-2 supplier is affected by a tariff policy change or regional shutdown, the ripple effects often catch manufacturers by surprise. When a new tariff is proposed, companies using AI-based forecasting tools are often able to adjust their sourcing or logistics strategies well before the policy takes effect.

Optimal Sourcing 218

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Logility

JUNE 23, 2023

That’s precisely what demand forecasting feels like for many businesses today. Enter causal forecasting. Unfortunately, many companies hesitate to use causal forecasting, thinking it’s too complicated or resource-hungry. What is Causal Forecasting? That’s where causal forecasting comes into play.

Forecasting 193

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2024

During the 1980s, I was on a management team for a large manufacturer. The Company was attempting to gain economies of scale by grouping manufacturing technologies within a common infrastructure to reap the benefits of a co-generation facility, a centralized warehouse, and a talented administrative team. Lack of aligned metrics.

Inventory Reduction 435

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Scaling manufacturing operations is crucial for business growth but presents unique challenges. Balancing increased demand with consistent quality and controlled costs is difficult but essential for manufacturers looking to expand. Successfully scaling manufacturing requires more than just adding resources.

Material Savings 92

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 10, 2024

A planner could ask the SCP engine to achieve 95% service, with CO2 emissions under a million metric tons at a given factory in the coming month. These forecasts occur in three different time horizons: Long-term planning. Often called strategic planning, this is a forecast spanning 1 – 5 years. Medium-term planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 320

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 4, 2021

A study by E2open – the 2021 Forecasting and Inventory Benchmark Study: Supply Chain Performance During the Covid-19 Pandemic – provides the answers. Benchmarking the forecasting process is difficult. Forecasting Accuracy Was Terrible . No matter what kind of demand planning solution was used, forecasting accuracy dropped.

Supply Chain Performance 290

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Keep in mind that a WMS may not be enough and you might need to add an Inventory Management System (IMS) , which focuses specifically on optimizing inventory levels, forecasting demand, and preventing stockouts or overstocking. Data-driven forecasting improves purchasing and cuts storage expenses.

Optimal Sourcing 97

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ShipBob

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Forecasting projections is one of the toughest things to get right. Whether your brand is experiencing gradual sales or is in high-growth mode , we’ll walk you through some tips to improve your ability to forecast demand. Jump to section: What is demand forecasting? Jump to section: What is demand forecasting? Conclusion.

Forecasting 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 11, 2023

We speak about the need to move from a functional understanding to a global, holistic capabilities, but the traditional supply chain leader defines bonus incentives and process performance goals based on functional metrics. I often laugh when companies ask me to define a good forecast. Measurement. Innovation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 419

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In the automotive sector, manufacturers are simultaneously reducing inventory costs and delivery times. We’ll examine the key components of efficient supply chains, explore essential performance metrics, and uncover the fundamental drivers that influence efficiency.

Sourcing Strategies 96

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Supply chain optimization is crucial for enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness by providing end-to-end visibility, aligning with demand forecasts, and continuously improving processes through technology and analytics. Demand Forecasting: Analyze past data to predict future needs.

Optimal Sourcing 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2025

Consider the example of a large consumer goods manufacturer and distributor managing more than 80,000 locations. This company leverages AI and automation across multiple layers of its supply chain, including forecasting, replenishment, and transportation logistics. Performance tracking is another critical element in fostering adoption.

Supply Chain Software 155

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

The formula for OTIF is: Measuring a supply chain against OTIF metrics is a key strategy that helps decision makers attach a tangible value to the success of their fulfillment and allows them to determine key strategies. The ability to meet fulfillment goals is impeded by several issues.

Optimal Sourcing 155

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Logility

JUNE 2, 2023

In the intricate world of supply chain management, the accuracy of demand forecasting often serves as the cornerstone of business growth. Yet, despite its significance, demand forecasting continues to be a thorny issue for many businesses, particularly manufacturers. What is Demand Forecasting Accuracy?

Forecasting 130

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 15, 2023

Manufactures are continuously faced with the challenge of forecasting how much (raw material) to purchase and how much (finished goods) to produce. To manage this delicate balance of demand and supply, manufacturers often use statistical forecasting techniques to predict future demand by looking at historical sales data.

Forecasting 105

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

By fostering collaboration across all stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers, companies can enhance visibility, streamline processes, and proactively address disruptions. Make to Order: Here, products are manufactured based on specific customer orders.

Manufacturing Procurement 274

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 11, 2024

I’ll describe three of the top areas: seamless collaboration, improved forecast accuracy embedded in the supply chain workflow, and disruption response. Manufacturers of these weight loss drugs face a multi-headed hydra of the three c’s: coverage, competition and capacity. So how can supply chain orchestration help?

Pharmaceutical 316

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 8, 2025

In manufacturing, performance improvement, cost reduction and process optimization are crucial. Manufacturers have adopted innovative solutions and technologies to deal with these issues. There is no question that AI and ML will have important roles in shaping the future of manufacturing ERP. What is AI and ML?

Supply Chain Design Software 63

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. Watermelon Metrics Don’t Drive The Right Results. I love the metaphor of watermelon metrics. The issue is that traditional functional metrics drive underperformance—the greater the variability, the larger the gap. Over time, this changed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 355

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 20, 2019

Gartner says that the most common outsourced SCP processes are inventory management, statistical forecasting and service parts planning. Companies moving to BPO in these practice areas are experiencing supply chain improvements in metrics such as inventory turnover and customer service. Driven by improvements in performance and cost.

Supply Chain Planning Software 214

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

In a survey of 150 global manufacturing executives, 47% committed to improving supply chain visibility and tracking. Supply chain visibility often means “where’s my stuff,” or the ability to trace parts in transit from the manufacturer to the final destination. What is supply chain visibility? Sightlines for success.

Supply Chain Visibility 331

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2021

A pound of apples costs about the same as a pound of steel, yet steel is a complex product produced using high-tech metallurgical and manufacturing processes. IBP is a multifunctional planning process that includes sales, marketing, demand planners, manufacturing, and finance. A ton of steel can cost as little as $700.

Supply Chain Planning Software 290

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ivalua

MAY 29, 2025

SCM is focused on efficiency, throughput, and resilience across a much wider operational footprint and requires coordination between manufacturing, logistics and supply chain, and demand planning teams to ensure timely fulfillment and quality assurance. on-time delivery, quality), contract compliance rate, and forecast accuracy.

Procurement Solutions 130

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

MTSS platforms facilitate hands-on projects where learners can apply statistical methods to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize inventory levels. Enhancing Collaboration Capabilities Supply chain management is inherently collaborative, often requiring coordination between suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Commerce is global and regional at the same time, the world is getting smaller and more interconnected, and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers operate in this build-anywhere and sell-anywhere market. Here we have compiled a list of the top six challenges that CPG companies face in the post-pandemic market.

Supply Chain Planning Software 288

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 12, 2024

Forecastability. Today, due to the increase in the long tail of the supply chain and changing customer dynamics, less than 50% of items are forecastable at an item level. The only products that can be efficiently outsourced with long lead times are in the “forecastable” column. Let me explain. Not so today.

Waste Reduction 195

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IQMS

APRIL 4, 2025

Faced with continuing inflation, manufacturers are seeking strategies to contain per-unit costs while maintaining margins. Compounding the challenge are information gaps across supply chains that can cost manufacturers lost time, productivity, margin erosion, price reductions, and missed shipment dates.

Price Reduction 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

The key solutions are demand forecasting/inventory optimization, supply planning, and network design. A planner could ask the SCP engine to achieve 95% service, with CO2 emissions under of under a million metric tons at a given factory in the coming month. Here the savings are based on transportation and facility cost savings.

Supply Chain Planning Software 325

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The number one question that I am asked today by manufacturers across all industries is “How can I improve customer service?” The budget is not sufficient and is often a detrimental input for supply chain forecasting. Why Is the Financial Forecast Not a Good Proxy for a Supply Chain Forecast? Background. Bias and error.

Supply Chain Design Software 208

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

There are three reasons why: Vertical excellence—having the best manufacturing, procurement or transportation function—has not worked. Aligned Metrics. What percentage of retail out-of-stocks could be prevented by the manufacturer in these industries? Can you help us with what you see in the data?” ” Yes, I said.

Optimal Sourcing 365

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 14, 2024

Karl is the CEO and Co-founder of Pull Logic , an AI-enabled tech company focused on reducing lost sales for retailers, brands, and manufacturers due failure points in the supply chain and selling processes. Explore how accurate demand forecasting and inventory optimization ensure the right products are available for customers.

Inventory Reduction 264

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Based on the work with Georgia Tech, we are getting clear on which metrics matter by industry. As companies adopt a balanced scorecard, the functional metrics shift to a focus on reliability. For example, in manufacturing, the shift in focus is away from OEE to focus on first pass yield and schedule adherence.)

Modeling 273

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 23, 2014

At that time, manufacturers talked about customer-centric supply chains, but were afraid to aggressively adopt ecommerce strategies. Manufacturers, today, are aggressively pursuing e-commerce strategies. Some of the packages on the trucks moving right now are the first shipments of Metrics that Matter. This has changed.

Packaging 332

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BlueYonder

APRIL 8, 2025

The traditional metrics of excellence cost efficiency, on-time delivery while still important, are no longer sufficient in an era defined by volatility, complexity and political changes. Gone are the days of monthly forecasts based solely on historical data. The first is living demand intelligence.

Supply Chain Network Software 100

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

It started in manufacturing and spread, step by step, to improvements in the way the company runs its supply chain. This manufacturer already has business continuity plans in place. With the addition of the SCRM solution, this manufacturer believes they have achieved mature Control Tower capabilities. A Transformation Journey.

Supply Chain Transformation 264

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Ronan Stephens, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management and External Manufacturing, explained how the company set out on a journey to improve customer service while also reducing costs. Manufacturing would not have been able to respond to that kind of event for two months. “We Often the stock outs are not a planning issue.

Customer Service 246

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

As a result, a wide range of businesses, from restaurants, and retail chains, to manufacturers, have been redesigning their business services and operations and re-engineering their supply chains. In parallel, the platform is launched with a smaller planning team and without demand planners reviewing forecasts. Yosun holds B.S.

Supply Chain Planning Software 293

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