QAD

AUGUST 24, 2021

Disruption is the watchword for manufacturers these days – even without the global COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers constantly deal with supply chain interruptions, fluid customer demands, global economic pressures, and technology-driven competition, among other forces. Business Change Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

For instance, a growing number of cell phone manufacturers have established procedures in place for consumers who wish to return an older model and ensure that the device is refurbished or recycled rather than dumped into the local landfill. BONUS: Download the Ultimate Guide to Transportation Reverse Logistics White Paper.

Reverse Logistics 120

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synchrono

JUNE 4, 2018

Managing operations through multiple manufacturing systems can be challenging, but it’s a daily reality for many manufacturers. For instance, one facility might operate in a make-to-stock mode and the other in a make-to-order mode even though they manufacture the same types of products for the same customers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 80

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Among those involved in the manufacturing industry, it’s common knowledge that a healthy supply chain is the foundation of a strong organization. However, it’s often surprising how many organizations still depend on manual processes to collect data related to inventory, shipments and other moving parts in their supply chain.

Inventory Reduction 52

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Among those involved in the manufacturing industry, it’s common knowledge that a healthy supply chain is the foundation of a strong organization. However, it’s often surprising how many organizations still depend on manual processes to collect data related to inventory, shipments and other moving parts in their supply chain.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Resource Reduction Waste Reduction 52

Logility

JANUARY 16, 2018

I was guilty of this from time to time when I led a demand-planning group because we were evaluated on forecast accuracy as one of our key metrics. “ Gartner reports that the predominant inputs to demand-sensing solutions are daily point-of-sale (POS), customer inventory, transactional data, and order and shipment history.

Supply and Demand 102

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RFgen

JULY 23, 2014

The manufacturing renaissance currently underway in the U.S. is due in large part to the nation’s robust information technology and software that helps factories achieve more accurate inventory management and data visibility. What Should Manufacturers Look for in a Data Collection Software Solution? Real-time Performance.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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RFgen

JULY 23, 2014

The manufacturing renaissance currently underway in the U.S. is due in large part to the nation’s robust information technology and software that helps factories achieve more accurate inventory management and data visibility. What Should Manufacturers Look for in a Data Collection Software Solution? Real-time Performance.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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synchrono

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Many of our customers don’t start out looking to implement Demand-Driven Manufacturing per se. Often, they’re focused on Lean Manufacturing or at least some element of it. However, at some point in the conversation, they will inevitably ask, “Is Demand-Driven Manufacturing the same thing as Lean Manufacturing?”.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 39

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Demand Solutions

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Everyone in manufacturing and distribution seems to be abuzz about topics like Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP). We at Demand Solutions believe the benefits of S&OP and IBP can be applied to any manufacturer or distributor. And with good reason. How to Run Towards S&OP and IBP.

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synchrono

APRIL 4, 2017

In Demand-Driven Manufacturing, there is only one measurement that is important to drive performance: Throughput. There are two subordinate measurements: Inventory and Operating Expense. Demand-driven managers know that having too many metrics leads to conflicting measurements. We call these Metrics for Action.

Metrics 68

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Another study by the EPA, titled Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions , noted that “according to the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks 1990–2018 (the national inventory that the U.S. Turvo helps everyone on the network improve critical supply chain metrics through carrier analytics.

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Kinaxis

JULY 8, 2016

Accenture has just released a white paper titled “Supply chain for a new age” which you can get here. In this paper, the author describes various components of the next generation supply chain and introduces the role of “Network Planners”. again monitoring margin and alerting if allowable thresholds have been exceeded.

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synchrono

MARCH 4, 2018

Imagine this: You’re in a high-level planning meeting with senior leadership, when the CEO and CFO issue a clear mandate: Get inventory levels under control. Lowering inventory levels will only make things worse! The CFO and the CEO declare, in no uncertain terms, that playing the pricing game is not an option. No problem, right?

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6 River Systems

AUGUST 19, 2020

Manufacturing companies have the option of selling directly to consumers without the help of any retail middle men. A white paper published by DHL found that inefficient handling of supply chains causes high costs, wasted resources, and reduced agility.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

General warehouse industry statistics Warehousing costs & revenue statistics Warehouse efficiency statistics Labor statistics in the warehousing industry Automation adoption in the warehousing industry Warehouse performance metrics Warehouse automation stats: General warehouse industry statistics 1. According to data from the U.S.

Warehousing 91

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Companies have leveraged digital tools, and evolving skills, to collect vast data about product or raw materials sourcing, transportation, logistics, and manufacturing. They use advanced ERP software and S&OP strategy to match supply with demand, and turn over inventory faster and faster.

Sourcing Strategies 52

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synchrono

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Rick Morris, a Certified Supply Chain Professional wrote in Supply House Times that while improving fill rates, improved forecast accuracy also lowers inventory levels measured in days of sales; and simultaneously , improved forecast accuracy improves fill rates and lowers inventory. gain in profits.

Supply Chain Visibility 40

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RFgen

MAY 5, 2016

Food manufacturers have to be constantly vigilant to ensure the safety of their consumers. When products spoil quickly or contaminants infect merchandise, it’s essential to implement a new inventory management and supply chain logistics solution. Frozen vegetables are being recalled due to health scares.

Food 52

Food Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Procurement Analytics 52

RFgen

MAY 5, 2016

Food manufacturers have to be constantly vigilant to ensure the safety of their consumers. When products spoil quickly or contaminants infect merchandise, it’s essential to implement a new inventory management and supply chain logistics solution. Frozen vegetables are being recalled due to health scares.

Food 52

Food Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Procurement Analytics 52

6 River Systems

JULY 21, 2020

On the other hand, if there is an excess of supply compared to the demand, the business has to bear inventory costs and other overhead costs to store and manage the unsold goods, which also affects the profitability of the business. For example, the needs of a toy manufacturer are different from the needs of a pharmaceutical company.

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synchrono

JULY 9, 2018

While pull can help eliminate many of the eight types of waste identified by Lean Manufacturing , it provides two important bottom line benefits as well: Decreased cycle times and decreased inventory levels. Pull is a vital principle in Demand-Driven Manufacturing. Visualizing Metrics in the Factory of the Future .

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

At LogiChem, attendees interacted through roundtables and panel discussions on topics that identified best practices around inventory and supply chain metrics, third party logistics provider (3PL) management, rail logistics strategy to combat the driver shortage dilemma, and a host of other topics.

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RFgen

OCTOBER 3, 2016

According to Global Manufacturing, the megabrand continually looks for ways to make the supply chain better and faster. The RFgen white paper “ Tomorrow’s Warehouse Today: Three Technologies for Exceptional Operational Efficiency ” explained the dangers of an inefficient warehouse.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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RFgen

OCTOBER 3, 2016

According to Global Manufacturing, the megabrand continually looks for ways to make the supply chain better and faster. The RFgen white paper “ Tomorrow’s Warehouse Today: Three Technologies for Exceptional Operational Efficiency ” explained the dangers of an inefficient warehouse.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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synchrono

JANUARY 21, 2018

Demand-Driven Manufacturing seems like it was made for Make/Assemble-to-Order and Engineer-to-Order environments. It’s true that Demand-Driven Manufacturing can be beneficial for manufacturers who already produce goods based on customer demand because it improves their responsiveness to customers and lowers lead and cycle times.

Demand Planning Software 75

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Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 31, 2016

As I worked for and was involved with various enterprises over my career, some manufacturing, some service related, retail, etc. I saw how core S&OP concepts could be applied in various types of businesses, outside of the traditional legacy industries where S&OP was initially applied (manufacturing businesses).

S&OP 60

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QAD

OCTOBER 29, 2020

That measure-to-manage myth thrives in the packaging manufacturing industry today. Packaging manufacturers need to move beyond the measurement myth to adapt and survive the mounting pressures of high customization, SKU proliferation, customer demands and compliance changes. Reframing the “E” in OEE.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

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RFgen

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Forklifts are necessary pieces of equipment for some inventory warehouses and manufacturing plants. An RFgen white paper detailed how voice-directed inventory management solutions improve accuracy and employee focus. Warehouse workers have to pay attention to forklift movements. Limiting Hazardous Chemicals.

Data 52

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RFgen

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Forklifts are necessary pieces of equipment for some inventory warehouses and manufacturing plants. An RFgen white paper detailed how voice-directed inventory management solutions improve accuracy and employee focus. Warehouse workers have to pay attention to forklift movements. Limiting Hazardous Chemicals.

Data 52

Data Inventory Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction 52

Logility

JUNE 28, 2017

Process chemical manufacturers face complex supply chain challenges including dealing with hazardous and perishable ingredients whose characteristics (potency, color, composition, etc.) I believe there are several key ingredients to formulating a winning process manufacturing supply chain. can vary from lot to lot.

Chemicals 100

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Logility

AUGUST 17, 2016

Process manufacturers face a highly complex supply chain challenge. Add to these factors such as razor-thin margins, SKU-proliferation, globalization, and products that tend to be heavy, bulky and/or expensive to move and it quickly becomes apparent why process manufacturing supply chains are very challenging.

Material Savings 100

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Arena Solutions

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed problems with global manufacturing and supply chains. Shortages in semiconductor chips, steel, and other critical materials have created major delays in getting products to consumers and manufacturing suppliers. Supply Chain Challenges. Tier 2, Tier 3, etc.).

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Industrial Manufacturing. White Papers. |. That in-turn raises the challenge of the ability to manage inventories across cross-channel commerce, along with the ability to position and deploy inventory to the most profitable channel and associated store outlets. Automotive. Communication Services. Healthcare.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Industrial Manufacturing. White Papers. |. Demand planning is the most critical process in the CPG industry, since it drives all downstream processes (raw material/finished goods inventory planning, procurement planning, capacity planning, manpower planning, transportation planning, etc.) Automotive. Financial Services.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Author’s Note: Below is an excerpt from Moving Up the Supply Chain Maturity Curve: The Process Industry Executive Agenda for 2016 and Beyond , a white paper published earlier this year by Elemica with research conducted by Adelante SCM. How do you reduce supply chain complexity, or at least slow its growth?

Waste Reduction 100

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synchrono

JUNE 19, 2017

Jessica Twentyman reported in the Financial Times , that for many manufacturers, supply chain collaboration is stuck in the dark ages. Supply Chain Market reported the closest any manufacturer can get to the magic bullet of efficiency (collaboration) is through greater supply chain visibility. A single – visible – version of the truth.

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