ToolsGroup

MARCH 31, 2025

Advanced supply chain planning is being transformed by probabilistic forecasting , which revolutionizes demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory optimization. Enhancing Inventory with Probabilistic Forecasting A supply chain is a complex ecosystem influenced by dynamic variables. The result?

Forecasting 156

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 31, 2025

Probabilistic forecasting is revolutionizing demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory optimization by significantly improving forecast accuracy and decision-making across distribution networks. Enhancing Inventory with Probabilistic Forecasting A supply chain is a complex ecosystem influenced by dynamic variables.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

Shorter shelf life or more limited inventory of natural colorants may lead to shorter production runs and increased batch frequency. Companies may need to revise inventory strategies and adjust procurement lead times accordingly. This raises complexity in planning, labeling, and inventory control.

Manufacturing Procurement 168

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

We believe that a supply chain leader is defined by both the level of performance on the Effective Frontier (balance of growth, Return on Invested Capital, Profitability and Inventory Turns) and driving supply chain improvement. Resiliency is the tightness of the pattern, or the reliability of operating margin and inventory turns results.

Case Study 305

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 10, 2025

Ask a procurement or transportation professional if they have a good demand signal and expect a laugh. Technology can automate role-based views up and down the river of demand for all roles: marketing, sales, finance, manufacturing, procurement, transportation, and human resources. A negative FVA increases cost, inventory, and risk.

Supply Chain Planning Software 221

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 2, 2025

There is no unifying data model to align procurement and manufacturing, transportation and distribution, revenue management and demand planning, or sales account teams with supply chain planning. The third step is to do a data inventory. When I studied at Temple for my DBA, I did an academic search on what is value in the supply chain.

Optimal Sourcing 195

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Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 3, 2013

The company held $500 million of inventory which was about 2 months coverage, much more than those of the other technology companies. Steve Jobs met Tim Cook In 1998, Steve Jobs invited Tim Cook for the interview while Cook was working as a procurement and supply chain leader at another company.

Case Study 268

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JUNE 10, 2025

Do Embrace Technology and Data : Use real-time data for demand forecasting, inventory management, and route optimization. Do Set Clear KPIs and Governance Structures : Establish transparent metrics for sales, coverage, and service levels. Regular reviews and joint business planning foster accountability and trust.

Waste Reduction 165

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2024

In my forty years of studying supply chain planning, the groups became larger, but with questionable results. We explore the concept of holistic inventory strategies focused on the form and function of inventory. The class discovers the current blackholes of the supply chain (direct procurement and contract manufacturing.

Inventory Reduction 434

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 31, 2024

In other studies, I am working with data scientists and statisticians to glean insights from over sixty quantitative research projects over the last decade. Define the roles of the regions/divisions and global organization by division, and align the manufacturing, distribution and procurement functions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 413

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QAD

MARCH 31, 2020

Inevitably, the procurement process is complex and challenging to manage. Our full case study provides details of how the QAD Supplier Portal helped ANCA streamline their purchasing processes. Procurement System Improvement Goals. Manage consignment inventory. Streamlined Component Procurement.

Manufacturing Procurement 140

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement 140

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 16, 2014

Despite two decades of advancement in supply chain technologies, companies are struggling to gain balance at the intersection of operating margin, inventory turns and case fulfillment. They also enable the evaluation of networks for both sales and procurement relationships to optimize the flows upstream and downstream.

Supply Chain Design Software 319

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Koganti urged the procurement audience to look for whats referred to as “foresight function” in planning tools, which is capable of enhancing data analysis, scenario generation and trend identification , allowing for more informed and proactive decision-making, albeit with human oversight.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 6, 2013

In research study after study, we see that the greatest challenge to achieving supply chain excellence is the understanding of the supply chain by the leadership team. We will be sharing insights from a recent study of 95 supply chain leaders. The average supply chain leader has five distinct supply chains.

Supply Chain Planning Software 330

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ivalua

JUNE 12, 2025

If you’re evaluating procurement technology or exploring ways to drive more value from existing systems, chances are you’re looking beyond tactical fixes – you want a smarter, scalable strategy. Misaligned priorities across finance, legal, and procurement create friction that delays decision-making and reduces impact.

Cost Reduction Strategies 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2022

After two decades of study, I think because it is a lack of understanding. At each company, there is a relationship between the metrics of growth, margin, inventory, customer service, and asset strategy. A Case Study. Business leaders are action-oriented and competitive. The reason? Let’s take P&G as an example.

Procurement Analytics 369

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QAD

MAY 12, 2025

This type of software is used by businesses to plan and oversee routine operations, such as supply chain management, manufacturing, services, project management, customer relationship management, risk management, compliance, accounting and procurement. Case Study #1: Asteelflash The types of companies that use ERP widely vary.

Case Study 52

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My Office Apps

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Meals on Wheels San Francisco Transforms Supply Chain Management to Serve Up to 30,000 Meals Each Day with OpenEdge-Powered ERP by MyOffice Apps 2020 | Case Study Challenge Meals on Wheels America has 5,000 independent programs across the United States, with the program in San Francisco being one of the largest in the nation.

Case Study 40

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2022

Supplier problems will cause a cascade of problems up and down the value stream, leading to supply order delays that cause inventory shortages, production disruptions, missed shipments and lost revenue. The study found that these leaders considered the largest gap to be between supply chain and procurement, citing it as a major issue.

Supply Chain Planning Software 283

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ThroughPut

MAY 20, 2025

Managing spare parts inventory has always been a delicate balancing actexcess inventory ties up capital, while shortages risk costly downtime and production delays. Thats why a growing number of organizations are turning to AI software for spare parts inventory management. What is Spare Parts Inventory Management?

Inventory Management Software 52

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ivalua

APRIL 9, 2021

8 April, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on restoring growth. Now is the time to digitalise procurement and use it as a growth driver.

Inventory Reduction 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

We were discussing the results of the planning benchmarking work that we have just finished, and I was sharing some insights on inventory management when one of the panelists emphatically stated, “Inventory is a waste to manage. We feel so strongly about this that we do not have an inventory planning role.”

Waste Reduction 150

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

PO Collaboration involves close coordination with suppliers to procure materials based on order specifications, tracking delivery timelines, and aligning production schedules to meet customer delivery expectations. It directly affects the bottom line, making it crucial to manage effectively.

Manufacturing Procurement 268

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Material Savings Inventory Reduction 268

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2021

8 April, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on restoring growth. Now is the time to digitalize procurement and use it as a growth driver.

Inventory Reduction 130

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 130

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

I know that your primary focus is procurement. If S&OP efforts were that effective, don’t you think that we would have made more progress against inventory levels, margin, and growth? In part, this results in increasing swings in inventory in response to shifts in consumer demand as one moves further up the supply chain.

Supply and Demand 431

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 1, 2013

OI has been more focused on transactional efficiency, procurement and IT standardization. As I write my new book, Metrics That Matter, I am studying the patterns of corporate performance based on choices in supply chain program execution. It cannot be accurately represented by studying two years, or even three. S&OP Matters.

Illinois 253

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ThroughPut

MAY 7, 2025

Inability to Bridge the Gap Between Supply, Capacity, and Demand Legacy systems relied heavily on manual forecasts, leading to inventory misalignment, excess costs, and missed targets. Retail Planning Challenges Faced by the Client: Why AI Was Essential 1. Bottlenecks were identified early – before they escalated into problems.

Case Study 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

Over the last six years, we studied the connection between business results (growth, operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)) and the link to company characteristics. We like the metrics of growth, on-time and in-full orders, operating margin, inventory turns, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC).

Supply Chain Planning Software 377

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Tesco and Walmart have announced procurement policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability throughout their extended supply chains. AI can integrate with procurement platforms, utility meters, logistics trackers and internet of things sensors to gather real-time data. Retailers are following suit.

Rail Software 91

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 3, 2024

My 67 quantitative studies over the past decade do not support the value. Outside-in Planning Taxonomy When testing planning effectiveness through Forecast Value-Added Analysis (FVA), Inventory Health, or Schedule Adherence, I find that for most clients that I work with, that their plans lack both feasibility and reliability.

Supply Chain Planning Software 369

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

For the past five years, the team at Supply Chain Insights identified Supply Chains to Admire Award Winners by analyzing performance by peer group on the key metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). As a B2B company, procurement management is essential. Meet Ernest.

Supply Chain Software 30

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For instance, a student struggling with inventory management concepts can receive supplementary materials, interactive simulations, and one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to their needs. Conversely, a student who quickly grasps procurement strategies can be challenged with advanced case studies and leadership projects.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

ARC Advisory Group did a study on the supply chain collaboration network (SCCN) a couple of years ago. In that study, FourKites 2021 revenues were estimated to be $65 million. Shipment/inventory tracking can tell you whether a shipment will be on time, but not whether everything that was supposed to be on that shipment is there.

Real-time Visibility 309

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

No company that I study can effectively use market data.) Procurement Operates On An Island. Business process outsourcing and procurement automation evolved to make the procurement organization more efficient and less effective. Decisions are inside-out, not outside-in. (No IBP Is A Deadend Street. The reason? Usefulness.

Supply Chain Planning Software 415

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

“I study supply chains. In our work, we tie research from quantitative and qualitative studies to financial results to drive new insights. I also believed that this company would have the best inventory and customer service. My favorites are customer service, operating margin, inventory turns, and ROIC. I was wrong.

Manufacturing Procurement 318

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

I find that in this world of the global multi-national that procurement processes have become convoluted and increasingly complex. (In In my opinion, we have made procurement increasingly complex without adding value. Most supply chain planning teams do not know their customers. In fact, the teams ignore the forecast. It is systemic.

Inventory Reduction 150

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

September 26, 2019) A new study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and Spinnaker, a supply chain services company, has found that only 7% of companies are reaping the benefits of digital transformation of supply chain planning. BOSTON, Mass. and HOUSTON, Tex.

Supply Chain Planning Software 136

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