Supply Chain Opz

AUGUST 3, 2014

Supply Chain Metrics are one of the most important best practices in supply chain management because " You can''t manage what you can''t measure ". However, under certain circumstances, metrics are not used or implemented properly. 3) Conflicting Metrics : this happens when you evaluate suppliers.

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Arkieva

MAY 4, 2021

Learn how to combine very different metrics/KPIs towards a composite score, this is a question that comes up quite often in my conversations with customers. How to Combine Diverse Supply Chain Metrics was first posted on May 4, 2021 at 10:54 am.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

The four key methods here will help you drive more success as you bring the metrics to life on your warehouse floor: 1. Show the “story” of your metrics with quarterly and yearly growth charts; show how far you’ve come as a team over time. As a leader, you need many tools to eliminate this mindset.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

A highly effective 3PL will use key process indicators (KPIs) to monitor logistics performance. A KPI is an indicator (a metric) that you have chosen, and agreed with your partners and or customers, that will determine whether you are meeting your critical success factors. Logistics Key Process Indicators (KPI).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 22, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Matt Boland at Koerber Supply Chain, and examines how technology can help improve on time in (OTIF) performance.

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Silvon Software

JUNE 23, 2020

As I mentioned in my previous post, Sales Dashboards – 16 Metrics for Manufacturers , a strategy for measuring business performance should also incorporate metrics that focus on the supply chain and other operational areas of the enterprise. I address this particular KPI is more detail later below.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Who would have thought that measuring the performance of supply chain processes like warehousing, procurement, or logistics could be so troublesome? Well, we know a few supply chain managers who, having made some of the mistakes covered by this article, would attest to the potential for difficulty.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

For businesses of all sizes, the digital transformation of supply chain planning became the most important initiative. . Considering this surge in digital transformation and the changing needs of 2021, here are some insights and tips for embarking on Supply Chain Digital Transformation projects. Creating Intelligence.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Understanding how your Procurement and Supply Chain KPIs are performing isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for survival and growth. Why You Need Visibility of Supply Chain and Procurement KPIs? Running procurement and supply chain without metrics is like driving blindfolded.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

The average Supply Chain management professional measures their Supply Chain by reviewing cost reduction. Is cost reduction all that there is in measuring Supply Chain performance? 3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. Isn’t time important?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

KPIs Question 1. What are the major KPI’s to be followed under the below attributes: Cost or Cost Savings. Customer metrics. Metric: Goal/KPI: Zero quality reports upon the receipt of goods at Warehouse or ultimate consumer; Embedded 3PL rep to help improve 3PL service by monitoring 3PL deliveries and daily service.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

This is the first post in an ongoing series on effective KPI management from third party logistics consultant, Chuck Intrieri, of The Lean Supply Chain. . How does an SLA work with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)? The more KPIs, the more difficult the negotiation process. All KPIS have metrics to measure.

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Logility

AUGUST 14, 2023

When it comes to implementing supply chain planning and operations solutions, success relies heavily upon an organization’s ability to identify and document its desired value measures and outcomes, and to align those with its solutions provider. 3 Align on goals and KPIs. 1 Co-develop a business case with vendors.

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Logility

AUGUST 5, 2021

With global business complexities growing every day, companies must have business processes in place to help manage the trade-offs between the supply and demand sides of their supply chain. How do you think about KPI validity? This can be divisive, so KPIs for IBP should be stress-tested periodically.

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Silvon Software

JULY 22, 2022

Supply chain performance KPIs are invaluable measurements that support the growth and success of a company’s supply, fulfillment and delivery efforts. Why is KPI tracking so important in supply chain management? But more importantly, significant supply chain improvements can occur as a result.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2012

When you have chosen a 3PL partner, insure that you have an effective Service Level Agreement (SLA) with accompanying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to manage the Service Level of the 3PL. This SLA/KPI has to be negotiated and agreed upon by you and your 3PL partner.This negotiation time can take three (3) to Six (6) months.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Professionals in supply chain management use various methods to identify best practices to improve the operations. In order to accelerate the learning, this article has gathered 20+ most sought-after supply chain case studies, analyzed/categorized them by industry and the findings are presented.

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DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 13, 2014

For example: Supply chain planning should be driven by relevant KPIs. Not because he lacks vision, but because he has been focusing on the wrong performance metrics for too long. His first realization is that in order to improve the plants performance, he needs new relevant metrics and KPIs.

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Arkieva

OCTOBER 11, 2017

In recent webinars and presentations, I have been talking about Early Warning Systems within the context of supply chains. The news story above made me think of several examples where a supply chain would use similar concepts to develop early warning metrics.

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Silvon Software

JUNE 1, 2023

KPIs are essential in S&OP as they provide a quantitative framework for gaining visibility, aligning efforts, supporting decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across the business. But how do you know if you are using the right KPIs, including both stakeholder and supply chain performance measures?

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Logility

AUGUST 18, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving marketplaces, businesses need every advantage they can secure — and often, that edge lies in the effective alignment of executive leadership with supply chain operations. So, how can companies overcome these obstacles and use supply chain operations as a strategic tool?

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Unleashed

MARCH 9, 2021

The pandemic’s global scale exposed largely unprecedented, supply chain vulnerabilities. While it is difficult to account for every possible scenario, the Covid-19 pandemic has indeed provided an opportunity for businesses to rethink their procurement strategies after globally connected supply chains were repeatedly disrupted.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 16, 2025

By leveraging analytics and key performance indicators (KPIs), manufacturers can optimize inventory, reduce waste, and boost profitability. Tracking inventory flow and performance across your supply chain is a must. The right KPIs depend on your companys unique needs and goals. But what exactly should you measure?

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The Supply Chain Manager’s Multi-function Display. By now, you are probably wondering what airliners have to do with supply chain KPIs. You see, the set of primary data needed to keep an airliner aloft is (apparently) relatively simple—and the same is true of running a supply chain organisation.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Well, not just for benchmarking, but also for maximum visibility of your supply chain and logistics performance. But perhaps surprisingly, in our work, we come across a substantial number of businesses that struggle with KPI selection and use. What Makes a “Right” KPI? Without objectives (goals), there can be no KPIs.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2013

It will be tricky to drive change because they are likely the CEO’s “dashboard metrics”. Many measurements are sacred to the board or other metric owners. Feel free to refer the metric owner to point number 3, after you have developed a meaningful alternative. Set realistic expectations. About The Author.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 19, 2022

Procurement is one core process area being focused to better manage today’s fluctuating change, with key performance metrics leading the way to assessing and managing procurement performance. The Basics of Procurement KPIs. Every KPI needs a clearly defined goal. Supplier KPIs.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

Whether you’re planning to benchmark your supply chain or simply trying to improve how you measure its performance, it makes sense to know a little about the most commonly used KPIs for each supply chain component. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using. Cycle times are critical in the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 21, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Product Management KPIs! Supply Chain KPIs article and permission to publish here provided by Harkirat Ahluwalia. KPI’s are not solely limited to supply chain, but are used in various different fields to measure how well a company is meeting its objectives.

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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.” The symmetry of technology and purpose is why we love working in Supply Chain. Seeing the Future.

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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.” The symmetry of technology and purpose is why we love working in Supply Chain. Seeing the Future.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business world, optimizing your supply chain is essential for staying competitive and efficient. With the right supply chain tools at your disposal, you can streamline operations, boost productivity, and save valuable time.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Manufacturers and distributors experienced huge supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic which exposed many vulnerabilities and tested the resilience of supply chain leaders globally. In fact, SYSPRO research revealed that 60% of businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic.

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Arkieva

JANUARY 29, 2019

To stay ahead of the curve, effective demand planners must track the right metrics that can help curtail possible demand planning issues ahead of time. Top 10 Demand Planning Metrics You Should Have on Your Dashboard [Infographic] was first posted on January 29, 2019 at 2:07 pm.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

To start you must have the KPI's visual along the value stream. In order to be daily, the KPIs need to get down to ownership by the workers within the value stream. These metrics would, of course, be aligned and are updated every hour. Specific metrics: process metrics and outcome metrics. 714-788-0744-PST.

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Logility

APRIL 2, 2020

Supplier scorecards are globally accepted as a key tool for managing a more profitable supply chain. Lastly, develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) around those measures. A good KPI will be measurable against some benchmark or criteria. 3 Get the metrics right. KPIs are often based on average performance levels.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 12, 2017

Each year at Supply Chain Insights we study performance and improvement of companies in each industry. Understanding What Drives Supply Chain Excellence. Esra leads international supply chain operations in over 140 countries. A Closer Look at Results. She joined Novo Nordisk in 2012. What do you do well?

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