Supply Chain Trend

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

In the last 30 years S&OP improved performance in many businesses. However, S&OP has not yet substantially delivered on its ultimate promise of enterprise wide resource management, rolling financial forecasting and strategy deployment. Worse, overall S&OP development and progress seems to have stalled.

S&OP 107

S&OP Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 107

Silvon Software

MARCH 3, 2023

Having a strong Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) strategy ensures that your forecasts, raw materials availability and production capacity all match up and that the factory floor can meet its defined deadlines. But simply putting an S&OP strategy in place isn’t enough.

S&OP 89

S&OP Procurement Analytics Supply and Demand Analytics Software 89

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 7, 2020

ToolsGroup supply chain planning software enables Melitta Sales Europe to centralize demand planning and improve S&OP and promotions management. As part of this effort, MSE launched a technology evaluation to support a state-of-art sales and operations planning (S&OP) process. More efficiently manage promotions.

ToolsGroup 31

ToolsGroup Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software 31

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 7, 2020

ToolsGroup supply chain planning software enables Melitta Sales Europe to centralize demand planning and improve S&OP and promotions management. As part of this effort, MSE launched a technology evaluation to support a state-of-art sales and operations planning (S&OP) process. More efficiently manage promotions.

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

APRIL 1, 2014

S&OP is alive and kicking and visibly led from the top table. Manufacturing costs are the lowest amongst the peer group of similar companies. Production line efficiency is well above the manufacturer name-plate specification. Lead times are optimised and stock is on consignment. No month-end Sales target push!

Pharmaceutical 159

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Manufacturing Procurement 159

ThroughPut

MAY 9, 2025

Summary of the Impact: A global, 130-year-old food and beverage manufacturer deployed ThroughPuts AI in food manufacturing platform – a powerful Supply Chain Decision Intelligence solution – to eliminate unplanned machine outages and unlock major operational gains. Why AI in Food Manufacturing Was the Right Solution?

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Case Study 52

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

What exactly is Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE)? If you look at the continuum of your supply chain processes, all the way from supply to customer, S&OE falls somewhere between production and workforce scheduling and demand forecasting. It resides in the realm of Accurate Planning and picks up where S&OP leaves off.

Modeling 156

Modeling S&OP Supply Chain Planning Software AIMMS 156

DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

S&OP Maturity Series, part 1 of 5. In an ideal world, S&OP (sales and operations planning) empowers businesses to drive performance, beat the competition, and maximize profits. The on-ground reality is, most businesses have an S&OP process, but few have the right solution to support it.

S&OP 120

S&OP Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Manufacturing systems and regulatory compliance are considered to be very complex, coupled with the limited number suppliers due to the high barriers to entry. Moreover, the aircraft manufacturers have to do whatever it takes to win the order long before the commencement of production.

Case Study 239

Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Study 239

DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 23, 2016

Meat manufacturers usually suffer from the lack of cross-functional visibility as well as cross-company visibility. What is distracting meat manufacturers from building efficient plans? It’s also a very important topic for meat manufacturers, and it’s also a difficult one as shelf life changes throughout the production process.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing 120

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). S&OP has a nearly 30-year track record of helping organizations improve their efficiency and profitability. How to Run Towards S&OP and IBP.

Supply and Demand 124

Supply and Demand S&OP Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting 124

QAD

JUNE 26, 2024

Updated: June 26, 2024 Published: February 4, 2021 What is the Sales & Marketing Leader’s Role in S&OP? The Sales & Marketing leader is a key part of the Roles and Responsibilities of Sales and Operations (S&OP). The Sales and Marketing leader needs to wisely manage these competing KPI.

S&OP 52

S&OP Supply and Demand Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Logility

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

I always hear people say (and I’m guilty of saying it myself), “it isn’t the technology that provides benefits in a supply chain project; it’s changing the business process.” Too often I see people over-complicating their KPI measures. Here’s the example relayed to me. Seeing the Future.

Supply Chain Performance 100

Supply Chain Performance Supply Chain Planning Software KPI Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 13, 2016

In the last 30 years S&OP improved performance in many businesses. However, S&OP has not yet substantially delivered on its ultimate promise of enterprise wide resource management, rolling financial forecasting and strategy deployment. Worse, overall S&OP development and progress seems to have stalled.

S&OP 60

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

Logility

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

I always hear people say (and I’m guilty of saying it myself), “it isn’t the technology that provides benefits in a supply chain project; it’s changing the business process.” Too often I see people over-complicating their KPI measures. Here’s the example relayed to me. Seeing the Future.

Supply Chain Performance 100

Supply Chain Performance Supply Chain Planning Software KPI Supply Chain Software 100

DynaSys

MARCH 17, 2020

When we left our account of mid-market manufacturer Superior Thermodynamics (ST), the company was weathering a tremendous escalation of the US-China trade war and faced the following questions: . S&OP Process Supported by Cloud-Based Planning Software. How can ST maintain service levels and therefore retain accounts?

Supply Chain Planning Software 93

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Modeling Demand Planning Software 93

Logility

APRIL 10, 2017

So what’s the answer? In many cases you will discover that processes like demand, inventory, replenishment, and manufacturing planning are limited by a lack of software capability. Implementing an SCP SOR drives big improvements in the planning team’s efficiency and effectiveness. Look at the process enabling tools.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 100

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

MARCH 31, 2015

Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) is alive and kicking and visibly led from the top table. Manufacturing costs are the lowest amongst the peer group of similar companies. Production line efficiency is well above the manufacturer name-plate specification. No month-end Sales target push leading to month end chaos!

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 100

Logility

AUGUST 5, 2021

Integrated business planning ( IBP ) is gaining a lot of traction as more companies seek to advance their sales and operations planning (S&OP) process. Inventory-based KPIs probably make sense for you, but how will you benchmark results? Should you use the same KPIs as everyone else? Be different when it makes sense.

Metrics 130

Metrics Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 130

DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2023

Thank you for helping us conserve the earth’s vital resources.” There are many links between supply chain planning and sustainability goals, as illustrated by the following examples: The process of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) aims to align demand and supply for the complete supply chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Sustainability 156

Logility

OCTOBER 18, 2012

Connect with us: When I was working with finite scheduling systems in the 90’s I was struck by how “video game-like” some of the systems were. That was in the 90’s. Today’s games and today’s supply chains are interconnected, collaborative and social. The elements were all there.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

Logility

OCTOBER 18, 2012

Connect with us: When I was working with finite scheduling systems in the 90’s I was struck by how “video game-like” some of the systems were. That was in the 90’s. Today’s games and today’s supply chains are interconnected, collaborative and social. The elements were all there.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, having an efficient supply chain department is more important than ever. Here’s why a structured approach is important: Efficiency A structured department creates a clear division of labor and defines processes for procurement, production, distribution, and returns.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Material Savings 98

ShipBob

JANUARY 28, 2022

That’s why it’s crucial to track inventory management KPIs consistently. . In this article, we break down what inventory KPIs entail, why they matter, and which metrics are most valuable for you to track. . How long it takes to receive orders from your manufacturer. Inventory accuracy. Cost per unit.

Inventory Management Software 98

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Inventory 98

Logility

JUNE 20, 2017

Supply chain talent shortages plague organizations from the executive level to the shop floor and right into the customer’s home. That’s a critical talent gap, too. Today, unlike the ‘90s when supply chain suites first hit the market, the technology has mostly outstripped the user’s ability to leverage it.

Supply Chain Design Software 119

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 119

Arkieva

MARCH 29, 2016

On the Cost side, we primarily think of operational costs like purchasing cost, manufacturing cost, logistics cost, etc. We also show their typical KPI’s. Figure 2: A Traditional organization with corresponding KPI’s. They have the VP’s back against the wall. Inventory Turns as a shared KPI.

Cost Reduction Strategies 60

Cost Reduction Strategies Purchasing Skills Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning 60

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

It’s a fast-paced, evolving industry that has a lot of challenges, but also plenty of rewards, including a potentially lucrative income. We have Courses like S&OP deployment, Supply Chain Digitalization , , and Negotiation in Procurement. Here’s an easy way to learn how to apply it to Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 98

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 6, 2024

5 S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) A workplace organization method originating from Japan. Each ‘S’ represents a step in the process. It includes all supply chain activities from manufacturing to delivery, helping businesses understand profitability at a granular level. Not that common.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 75

Bristlecone

JULY 31, 2020

Learn how one hi-tech manufacturer is using this powerful tool to solve excess inventory problems. Get your questions answered and see how data analytics can empower businesses with rapid, KPI-driven 360° insights. Read Case Study. DRIVING SUPPLY CHAIN PERFORMANCE THROUGH ANALYTICS. Learn More. ANTIFRAGILIY AND INNOVATION.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand 52

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

Deere & Company (brand name John Deere) is famed for the manufacture and supply of machinery used in agriculture, construction, and forestry, as well as diesel engines and lawn care equipment. In 2014, Deere & Company was listed 80th in the Fortune 500 America’s ranking and was 307th in the 2013 Fortune Global 500 ranking.

Cost Reduction Strategies 77

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 77

DynaSys

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Sodebo is a family-owned French food product manufacturer founded in 1973. Their goal is to be the #1 manufacturer in four package categories: Salads, sandwiches, frozen pizza, and ready-to-eat meals-in-a-box. Sodebo’s Supply Chain teams must then be very responsive and flexible to manage the daily flows.

Forecasting 40

Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand S&OP 40

Supply Chain Movement

MAY 19, 2016

As senior vice president operations, I am the business owner of all operations from demand planning to execution, procurement to manufacturing. 3D printing is changing manufacturing so that in a couple of years from now you may not necessarily need centralised manufacturing. What is your responsibility? “As

Supply and Demand 60

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 60

BlueYonder

APRIL 16, 2015

In Part II , we saw how seeking inspiration from retailers can help manufacturing companies to embrace customer-centricity. And in Part III we looked at three critical capabilities manufacturers needed to adopt in this digital era: demand sensing and shaping, differentiated delivery models and the ability to de-prioritize demand.

Sourcing Strategies 40

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Modeling 40

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2025

Accumulation Bin: In manufacturing and assembly, an accumulation bin , sometimes called an assembly bin , is a location or receptacle into which components for assembly are gathered together. Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS): A digital technology application used for planning and scheduling of logistics and/or manufacturing activity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 76

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 76

Unleashed

JANUARY 10, 2023

Supply chain planning is the process of optimising the delivery of goods and services from manufacturer to consumer. In short, supply chain planning is about making sure you’re maximising efficiency through every phase of a product’s lifecycle. And it all starts here.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Now as any architect will tell you, it’s a mistake to build on top of wonky pillars, so throughout this post, we’ll concentrate on aligning the three supply chain pillars … and the benefits of doing so. It’s because that’s what drives confidence and satisfaction among all your business stakeholders.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Waste Reduction 40

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 20, 2021

As we are often asked about KPIs for inventory management , that’s what we’re going to focus on in this particular post. After reading, you will be better informed about the most appropriate KPIs for IM and know the more commonly used ones. The inventory turns KPI is the metric that provides this information.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Inventory Forecasting Cost Reduction Strategies 98