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The Future of Supply Chains Post COVID-19 – LogiSYM July 2020

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

But companies will have to go beyond the usual inventory optimisation. . Sourcing strategies will focus on risk-free, nearshoring supply base with long term partnership with TCO-competitive suppliers, who value sustainability. . Lastly, distribution networks will have to be shortened, products portfolio rationalised.

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Avoid “Lost in Translation”. Monetize S&OP to Include Finance.

ToolsGroup

Gartner recommends multiplying the planned unit volume: by price to generate monetized revenue plans, by cost to generate monetized inventory plans, by margin to generate monetized profit plans. 4-9% decrease in the value of obsolete inventory as a percentage of total stocked goods (product costs).

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How to Secure Your First Supply Chain or Logistics Job

Logistics Bureau

Source: Deloitte Report – The Future of Work. The duties and responsibilities of a Supply Chain Analyst can include: Assisting with inventory management. Inventory Controller/Manager. Inventory management is critical to business success, and a vital element of effective supply chain operations. Source: HR Times.

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10 Proven Principles for Best Warehouse Design and Operation

Logistics Bureau

4) Inventory Control. Inventory control is about having the right amount of stock to meet customer demand. It’s important to consult widely so that we have inputs from many sources. Your inventory control is not there, you’re not rotating your stock. Some Tips on Warehouse Design. The U-Shaped Design.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the APICS CSCP Exam

Supply Chain Cowboy

Do I Have to Study Sources Beyond the APICS CSCP Learning System? The CPIM certification is more targeted toward those looking at careers in inventory management. Do I Have to Study Sources Beyond the APICS CSCP Learning System? APICS is very liberal in accepting most seminars or classes as continuing education.

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Supply Chain Opportunities in China

Supply Chain Movement

China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. Hence the companies Bugaboo and Foss have both faced considerable challenges, as they revealed during the recent ‘Supply Chain Opportunities in China’ seminar in Amsterdam on 24 June 2015.

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Distribution in China takes a detour

Supply Chain Movement

China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. Hence the companies Bugaboo and Foss have both faced considerable challenges, as they revealed during the recent ‘Supply Chain Opportunities in China’ seminar in Amsterdam on 24 June 2015.

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