Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 28, 2016

The supply chain is a complex system with finite, and non-linear relationships between supply chain metrics that drive balance sheet results. We find that companies can improve one, but not two of the metrics. Teams struggle to drive improvement in both metrics at the same time. A Look at History. Resiliency.

Pharmaceutical 195

Pharmaceutical Metrics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Logility

MAY 7, 2020

Structured and unstructured data including that from social media, Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain sources continue to stream in but much is left untouched. The Internet of Things (IoT), unstructured data streams and the like were not part of our vernacular. Organizations are simply overwhelmed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Scenario Planning 195

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

We loaded 493 financial metrics from balance sheets and income statements for each company into the data lake for the period of 2004-2016 using YCharts data. The better supply chain planning implementations produce tighter and more reliable patterns at this important metrics intersection. Shown in Figure 1 is an example of resiliency.

Supply Chain Planning Software 169

Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 169

SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

From the ubiquity of the Internet and various electronic gadgets, we are now in the era of next-level digital space where businesses and individuals can easily leverage the power of cloud computing, big data analytics, AI, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Supply Chain Design Software 76

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design 76

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

The Internet of Things (IoT) enables the end to end connectivity of all aspects of our lives in an unprecedented manner. In the arena of Manufacturing there has always been a reliance on processes, data, sensors, controls, analysis and metrics to allow for monitoring, management and optimization of those Manufacturing processes.

Manufacturing 64

Manufacturing Internet of things Resource Reduction Price Mitigation Strategies 64

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Robotics/wearables/the Internet of Things/additive manufacturing coalescence is redefining manufacturing. Stalled progress on metrics: 90% of companies find themselves stuck on key supply chain metrics (cost, inventory, growth, ROIC). BPO/3PL providers need to be eliminated through machine learning and automation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 152

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Modeling Software 152

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 12, 2019

”[1] Among the technologies he stressed were, cyber-physical systems (CPS), the internet of things (IoT), industrial internet of things (IIoT), cloud computing, cognitive computing, artificial intelligence (AI), additive manufacturing, advanced robotics and smart manufacturing. Supplier Inbound Quality Levels.

Analytics Software 100

Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 3, 2017

It is hard work to maintain the status quo in metrics performance. A balanced portfolio of metrics delivers the greatest value. Companies balance supply chain metrics better in good times than bad. Reader’s note, the way to reach this chart is to first identify the average value for the metric for the period of 2010-2016.

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Strategies 156

Supply Chain Insights

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

While most companies have been able to make progress in one of these two critical metrics in the period of 2006-2013, they have not been able to make progress on both together. Will wearables, voice, internet of things, and robotics redefine warehouse management to reduce costs to pick goods by 30-40%?

Supply Chain Design Software 253

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design 253

Logility

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Digital twins can integrate a variety of data sources, including the Internet of Things (Industry 4.0), artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics. It also reduces carbon dioxide emissions by about 100,000 metric tons.”. Advice to the C suite – disrupt yourself or be disrupted.” Brad Pawlowski, Accenture. Challenges.

Supply Chain Design Software 130

Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Optimization 130

synchrono

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Data from machines, tools, applications, enterprise systems – any data source – is synchronized to drive decision-making (In our view, this also enables the Industrial Internet of Things – IIoT.). Align metrics – 6 metric categories to monitor for driving action in Demand-Driven Manufacturing environments.

Manufacturing Procurement 75

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Internet of things Demand Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Internet of Things (the impact on procurement). Procurement Metrics. Hot topics covered in the complimentary conference programme include: Embracing Change in a Volatile World. Procurement Automation. Procurement Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement. Risk Management & Legislation. Social Media for Procurement.

Procurement 60

Procurement Internet of things Supply Chain Software Risk Management 60

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is no longer the newest kid on the block. This will lead to the creation of more metrics and business-intelligence tools to help improve manufacturing operations. Actionable Metrics Will Enhance Operations, Reducing Costs. Metrics are like Big Data; they can appear useless.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Trends Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2016

Internet of Things (the impact on procurement). Procurement Metrics. The conference programme will focus on hot topics such as: Embracing Change in a Volatile World. Procurement Automation. Procurement Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement. Risk Management & Legislation. Getting to Grips with Cloud-Based Procurement.

Procurement Analytics 60

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Procurement Internet of things 60

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 5, 2013

Integration of corporate social responsibility metrics in planning. There is a lack of clarity on what drives value and metrics are functional. Inventory is often focused on as a singular metric, not as part of a complex supply chain system. Functional metric orientation. Cross-functional metrics alignment.

Supply Chain Planning Software 216

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 216

IQMS

JULY 2, 2018

Manufacturers in the high-performance cohort captured in our latest survey are using real-time monitoring to aggregate metrics and gain a 360-degree view of manufacturing operations accessible from any mobile or handheld device. Source: Capgemini Internet of Things (IoT) study, Unlocking the business value of IoT in operations.

Manufacturing Procurement 71

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Inventory Reduction 71

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 2, 2022

Some of these technologies include cloud computing, cognitive computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things. This output is often detailed in their key performance metrics that are also used to predict productivity, revenue, and profits. Increasing Output and Efficiency.

Manufacturing 113

Manufacturing Data Predictive Analytics Software Industrial 113

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 27, 2020

With this data, managers can better understand the company’s results and all the metrics that their activities generate. The Internet of Things. The Internet of Things is the field of technology in which products, devices, tools and any other mechanism connect to the internet to exchange information.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Data will need to be threaded together from new sources like the Internet of Things (IoT) and social media, allowing new insights to be formed and acted upon. Competing metrics need to be visible and actionable insights easily accessible. This next leap in planning, the fourth generation, SCP 4.0, means new operating models.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Optimal Sourcing 100

Enterra Insights

JUNE 17, 2022

Ismail explains, “Smart cities use Internet of Things (IoT) devices and sensors to gather and analyze information across infrastructure. These are not crazy, QAnon-like conspiracy theorists; rather, they are individuals with genuine concerns. After all, smart cities rely on connectivity and data.

Predictive Analytics Software 130

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software 130

GlobalTranz

MARCH 7, 2016

The digital business landscape for a shipper, such as the use of an ERP, TMS, and other digital aspects, such as The Internet of Things , provides unparalleled insight into how an organization in the supply chain can improve efficiency, visibility, and productivity.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2016

Internet of Things (the impact on procurement). Procurement Metrics. Embracing Change in a Volatile World. Procurement Automation. Procurement Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement. Risk Management & Legislation. Getting to Grips with Cloud-Based Procurement. Social Media for Procurement. Contract Management.

Procurement 60

Procurement Internet of things Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software 60

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 19, 2016

We believe that supply chain excellence is driving improvement while averaging a higher level of performance in the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter. Lora has written the books Supply Chain Metrics That Matter and Bricks Matter , and is currently working on her third book, Leadership Matters. New Business Models.

Gartner 158

Gartner Pharmaceutical Predictive Analytics Modeling Software 158

Kinaxis

JUNE 12, 2017

While traditional metrics such as system up time, response times, and service levels still remain very relevant, the dialog between these progressive IT organizations and the business is starting to focus more on the business metrics such as customer engagement/ loyalty, order fill rates and asset utilization.

Supply Chain Planning Software 233

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 233

RFgen

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

A recent Supply Chain Digest article suggested that the overall equipment effectiveness metric is still relevant in today’s factories. The metric works not only for individual machines but for entire factories. A Metric that Works. The current generation of robotics is such that most things are now done by machines.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Data Software Internet of things 52

RFgen

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

A recent Supply Chain Digest article suggested that the overall equipment effectiveness metric is still relevant in today’s factories. The metric works not only for individual machines but for entire factories. A Metric that Works. The current generation of robotics is such that most things are now done by machines.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Data Software Internet of things 52

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Pick five-to-seven balanced metrics and hold all functions accountable to these corporate metrics. Are you clear on the role of analytics, robotics, and Internet of Things? Communicate the balanced scorecard for the team through clear leadership communication and stay the course. Is there a clear design?

Supply Chain Planning Software 0

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 0

Oracle SCM

AUGUST 1, 2018

Often this data is rolled up organizationally, geographically or in distribution through performance metrics or key performance indicators (targets change with these roll ups). See Oracle’s Internet of Things Cloud Application for more examples. safety stock or other planned parameters).

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Gartner Demand Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 2, 2017

Metrics Definition. The organization needs to be clear on the Metrics That Matter and the alignment of vertical silos’ metrics to the balanced portfolio. The frequency of the plan needs to be common across the organization. If one business has a weekly planning system, and another has a monthly system, good luck!

S&OP 154

S&OP Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 154

Oracle SCM

JUNE 14, 2018

quintillion bytes of data created each day, and that pace is only accelerating with the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT). " Now when we look at the amount of data that is created in the context of Manufacturing, the Industrial Internet of Things, and Global Supply Chains, we can be sure that it is not much different.

Manufacturing Procurement 96

Manufacturing Procurement Predictive Analytics Software Manufacturing Modeling Software 96

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2016

This can include demand sensing into Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Demand-Driven Materials Requirement Planning (DDMRP), the Internet of Things sensing, and the use of independent demand into transportation planning. Demand-driven lacks a consistent definition. New Business Models. Making the Digital Pivot.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Network Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply and Demand Modeling 150

Oracle SCM

APRIL 22, 2016

This week, Andrew Hughes of LNS Research authored an interesting blog that included the chart below, which was produced as part of a "Metrics that Matter" survey. This survey is supported by industry group MESA, and is being executed by LNS Research.

Manufacturing 60

Manufacturing Company Analytics Software Internet of things 60

Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Multiple factors are driving supply chain digitalization, including the growth of big data, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and the Internet of Things (IoT). Gartner explains, “An organization’s digital ecosystem is a network of people, businesses and things interacting through real-time integrated solutions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 113

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Gartner Supply Chain Optimization 113

Arena Solutions

APRIL 4, 2023

IIoT The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), an extension of the IoT to industrial applications continues to be a major trend. Metrics monitoring Real-time data can be accessed globally using cloud computing. 4 Due to their low cost and simple design, cobots are also becoming widely used in supply chain management.

Manufacturing Procurement 74

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 74

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

This includes 3D printing, robotics, the Internet of Things (IOT), Sentiment Analysis, Cognitive Learning, and Supply Chain Operating Networks using canonical many-to-many data models. Is my opportunity in the area of digital manufacturing? “ (The use of Internet of Things and 3D Printing to transform manufacturing.)

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design 150

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2014

It is one thing to write it, but it is a horse of another color to defend it. I think about this discussion with Keith often as I work on the Supply Chain Index and edit the chapters of Metrics That Matter. When it comes to digital manufacturing, it is a new world combining the Internet of Things with 3D Printing.

Optimal Sourcing 283

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Modeling 283

3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

This technology is helping to lower costs, increase productivity, and improve key performance metrics. Internet of Things (IoT) technology is the next step for artificial intelligence becoming more integrated with logistics. Below are examples on how AI is used in logistics. Autonomous Technology. IoT Technology.

Supply Chain Software 95

Supply Chain Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Inventory Reduction 95