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. 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.

Supply and Demand 102

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Software Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Software 102

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

As with the logistics category where we featured 15 most popular blog posts vs. the 10 we covered in the top manufacturing blog posts and supply chain blog posts , we write so many transportation blog posts in that category, we are going to feature the 16 most viewed transportation blog posts. Read the Full Blog Post. Read the Full Blog Post.

Expense Reduction 232

Expense Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 232

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

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 100

Kinaxis

JULY 8, 2016

What are they spending their time doing? How much time are the spending truly adding value to the supply chain and how much time are they spending doing simple, mechanical, yet important activities? Accenture has just released a white paper titled “Supply chain for a new age” which you can get here.

Supply Chain Planning Software 129

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Supply Chain Insights

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

In Open Content research, we are dependent on companeis giving us their time to help us complete research studies. We do not endorse technology vendors or write white papers. This will be a monthly public two-day training course in manufacturing centers in Europe and the United States. It published on December 26th.

Supply Chain Planning Software 235

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design 235

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

At the time, I had just left AMR Research. AMR had just been bought by the Gartner Group. The most popular posts are on demand management and Supply Chain Metrics that Matter. I try to have a good time with this blog. This is the third birthday of the Supply Chain Shaman. I created this blog three years ago.

Gartner 186

Gartner Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Supply and Demand 186

synchrono

MAY 7, 2018

It seems not a week goes by when I don’t hear from someone in manufacturing: “You can’t manage what you can’t measure”. Of course, there is a lot of truth to that statement, but as someone who spends all day, every day, helping manufacturers gather real-time data for better operational performance, I believe the statement is incomplete.

Metrics 58

Metrics Manufacturing Resource Reduction Supply and Demand 58

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

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand 39

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.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Sustainability 59

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Resilience article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at Argentus. Companies have leveraged digital tools, and evolving skills, to collect vast data about product or raw materials sourcing, transportation, logistics, and manufacturing. Just-in-time” production has become a hallmark of today’s Supply Chains.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Zipline Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Download the free white paper to learn more about how data can be used to reduce logistics spend while improving supply chain performance. Logistics data refers to the metrics used to track, measure, and benchmark parts of your supply chain’s performance. Why is Supply Chain Data Important for CPG Manufacturers? .

Optimal Sourcing 52

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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

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 91

Arena Solutions

JULY 8, 2021

Product lifecycle management (PLM) enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), original design manufacturers (ODMs), and their supply chain partners to control and approve all of the data and processes that are tied to the product record from concept through design, development, and production.

Supply Chain Design Software 57

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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. A recent Automation World article explored just how important data and automation are to ensuring manufacturers can achieve quality standards and comply with traceability regulations.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Resource Reduction Waste Reduction 52

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. A recent Automation World article explored just how important data and automation are to ensuring manufacturers can achieve quality standards and comply with traceability regulations.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Resource Reduction Waste Reduction 52

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.

Real-time Visibility 83

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 83

synchrono

MARCH 4, 2018

Right now, your promised lead times are the longest in the industry – even longer considering how often your promised delivery dates are not met. The VP of Sales claims that, if service levels don’t improve, sales’ only recourse is going to be to offer deeper discounts even though margins are already paper thin.

Supply Chain Planning Software 48

Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Optimization Software Material Savings 48

6 River Systems

JULY 15, 2020

SCP considers every stakeholder, from raw materials suppliers to end customers, to build a cohesive plan to optimize a company’s production, sales and operations and develop key performance metrics to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. Today, every business is capable of leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 52

6 River Systems

JULY 21, 2020

The supply chain is a network of different companies, each serving a different function. The supply chain is one area of any business that can be optimized for maximum efficiency and cost savings, but it is often overlooked. An effective supply chain strategy reduces costs for the business while also ensuring long-term customer satisfaction.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling 52

CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 3, 2017

In helping them design the right solution, we reviewed where products are manufactured, used historical shipping data to determine where customers are, and pinpointed ideal distribution center locations. This includes a timed roll out based on the shipper’s needs—just like in the kitchen, some projects take longer than others to finish.

Supply Chain Design 38

Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Scenario Planning 38

EcoVadis

MARCH 31, 2017

The type and severity of CSR-related risk exposure can vary widely by category or industry both as a result of the business activity (for example labor risks in manufacturing, environmental risks in chemicals, ethical risks in extraction industries, and so on). Are they improving their sustainability over time?In

Procurement Solutions 56

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 56

Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 31, 2016

It sometimes seems like S&OP is stuck in a time warp, where the same old things as 30 years ago are being discussed. Introduction. In the last 30 years S&OP improved performance in many businesses. Whatever maturity model or consultancy support companies use, S&OP seems to get stuck. Where to go from here for S&OP?

S&OP 60

S&OP Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 60

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

Demand Planning Software Resource Reduction Material Savings Waste Reduction 75

6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

At the same time, an effective logistics strategy can improve supply chain management and overall supply chain performance. With an effective logistics strategy, companies can deliver the right products to the right customers at the right time, at the highest quality and the lowest possible cost.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 52

synchrono

FEBRUARY 4, 2018

We talk a lot about constraints management in our work with customers who are implementing Demand-Driven Manufacturing (DDM) in their facilities. Those of you who have spent time studying the Theory of Constraints (TOC) in-depth understand that it’s not always all about the production process. Not Everything is About Production.

Supply and Demand 72

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Software Policies Optimization Software 72

Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Industrial Manufacturing. White Papers. |. While setting up objective of Demand Planning process, Organization needs to be cognizant of the fact that objective should not be just limited to generation of the most accurate statistical forecast by using best suited statistical algorithms. Automotive. Communication Services.

Supply and Demand 30

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 30

o9 Solutions

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

. Δ Introduction A new year is upon us, and it’s time to renew the annual focus on our health. Just as you wouldn’t start a training plan without assessing which areas need improvement, CPG organizations should try to understand any weaknesses in their current digital transformation plans so they can course-correct before iterating.

Modeling Software 52

Modeling Software Forecasting Software Optimization Software Modeling 52

RFgen

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Forklifts are necessary pieces of equipment for some inventory warehouses and manufacturing plants. Some people earn warehouse management degrees online without ever working with physical equipment and some applicants just outright lie. Warehouse workers have to pay attention to forklift movements. Finding Qualified Drivers.

Data 52

Data Inventory Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction 52

RFgen

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Forklifts are necessary pieces of equipment for some inventory warehouses and manufacturing plants. Some people earn warehouse management degrees online without ever working with physical equipment and some applicants just outright lie. Warehouse workers have to pay attention to forklift movements. Finding Qualified Drivers.

Data 52

Data Inventory Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Industrial Manufacturing. White Papers. |. « Oil operators and Oil services firms - time to dissolve internal walls | Main | Enabling individual item picking in tomorrows warehouses » Rapid Innovation will Differentiate the Future of Retail Industry. Automotive. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Innovation 28

Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

Industrial Manufacturing. White Papers. |. During the closing session, our host - Himanshu Shah - reminded us to be on time next day and promised a surprise. Automotive. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services. Healthcare. Hospitality and Leisure. Logistics and Distribution. Medical Devices.

Supply Chain Planning Software 24

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