ToolsGroup

MARCH 17, 2020

With supply chain planning software you can automate the achievement of service levels, even under changing constraints resulting from major disruptions. As COVID-19 continues its malevolent spread around the world, concerns grow regarding the continued impact on supply chains and business continuity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 215

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning 215

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

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 136

ToolsGroup

JUNE 29, 2020

No effort required to set up (careful data sourcing and data preparation is fundamental). Market: sometimes global, but preferred to have visibility at warehouse/location level (or more). Company A is an eyewear manufacturer. That the quality (and quantity) of input data is correlated with the quality of results.

Forecasting 428

Forecasting Forecasting Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 428

ToolsGroup

APRIL 11, 2018

Jörg Schlager describing SKF's Integrated Planning (Source: Optilon). Digital transformation ” is tough for any firm, but when you are $9 billion industrial manufacturer, it is a sizable undertaking. This prodded SKF to a new demand chain vision. Figure 1 Source: SKF. Figure 2 Source: SKF. Figure 3 Source: SKF.

Supply Chain Planning Software 222

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 222

ToolsGroup

MAY 30, 2018

The growing momentum around systems-based thinking in supply chain planning has given rise to a new concept called the “digital twin”. It allows you to accurately test the resilience of a complex, multi-echelon, global supply chain. How do you go about building a supply chain twin?

Modeling 168

Modeling Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Modeling 168

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As supply chains continue to grapple with volatility and disruption post-pandemic, fashion brands, who faced increased risks during the pandemic because of lockdown, are now turning to better supply chain planning for fashion strategies with the end goal of achieving improved agility and a competitive advantage.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Optimal Sourcing 156

Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

Analysts from the ToolsGroup note that reliance on data-driven decision-making has ushered in “a remarkable shift in the world of retail from a product-centric to customer-centric model.”[5] ToolsGroup analysts suggest retailers adopt lean retail principles, which affect all aspects of the supply chain.

Retail 130

Retail Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software ToolsGroup 130

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 12, 2017

While I am advocating rethinking supply chain planning, for some consultants, the only path forward is the adoption of DDRMP. I would encourage the reader to study both: The Good the Bad and the Ugly of DDMRP from Stefan de Kok from ToolsGroup. Driving supply chain innovation is hard. Quite the dust-up… Why?

Supply Chain Planning Software 295

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Software 295

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2021

Ashok Vantipalli, Vice President of IT, recently spoke at ARC Advisory Group’s Supply Chain Forum. They have implemented a variety of supply chain applications to build out the business model, with the mantra of “crawl, walk, run.” This is where TireHub uses ToolsGroup. TireHub at a Glance. For TireHub.

Supply Chain Planning Software 144

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software ToolsGroup Optimal Sourcing 144

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Source: Bloomberg.com. Leaked internal research reveals Amazon is at risk to run out of workers for its US warehouses by 2024. The demand for retail workers to fill positions in stores, warehouses, and the manufacturing plants of vertically integrated retailers is not decreasing anytime soon.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Retail Purchasing Skills Inventory Reduction 156

ToolsGroup

JUNE 27, 2022

In this article, we’ll break down what vertical integration is, its benefits and disadvantages, its application in supply chain, and the factors to consider when deciding whether it’s the correct strategy for your company. Vertical Integration in Supply Chain: To Integrate or Not To Integrate? Some people can’t.

Price Reduction 156

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software 156

ToolsGroup

AUGUST 8, 2019

Have you looked at a job listing for a supply chain planner recently? According to Harvard Business Review , “B y collaborating in roles such as supply chain planning and inventory management, the combined power of humans and machines will create new sources of value for businesses.”. Harvard Business Review.

Negotiating Skills 185

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 185

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Whereas retailers once purchased merchandise largely based on the gut instinct of trend-savvy buyers and the push of whatever manufacturers tried to sell them, nowadays, they need to take a much more customer-focused and data-centered approach. The impact of lean retail on supply chain management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 156

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Retail Supply Chain Planning Software 156

ToolsGroup

AUGUST 8, 2019

Have you looked at a job listing for a supply chain planner recently? According to Harvard Business Review , “B y collaborating in roles such as supply chain planning and inventory management, the combined power of humans and machines will create new sources of value for businesses.”. Harvard Business Review.

Negotiating Skills 120

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 120

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

There’s still a strong demand for supply chain planning solutions, particularly ones with machine learning capabilities that can help clients rapidly adapt to the changing supplier situations and consumer demand that goes along with major disruptions like this. . Supply chains will likely be structured in a radically different way.

ToolsGroup 234

ToolsGroup Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 234

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Will the supply chain ever catch a break? With every link of the supply chain impacting businesses both large and small, keeping up with the globally disrupted supply chain evolution is a recipe for whiplash. Raw Material Shortages Are Affecting a Challenged Supply Chain.

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Like most industries, manufacturers around the world are feeling the pinch of inventory disruption brought on by shortages and other supply chain challenges. But manufacturers are unique. What is Manufacturing Inventory Control? What is Manufacturing Inventory Control? Do you have whiplash yet?

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Material Savings 156

ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

Once upon a time, the world of manufacturing was a relatively stable place. But then, supply chain disruption became the rule instead of the exception, consumers changed their tastes as often as their socks, and global competition started playing hardball. So how does a manufacturer navigate this rollercoaster?

Real-time Visibility 294

Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 294

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Retailers should consider augmenting it with other metrics, such as inventory turnover, sales to stock ratio, SKU behavior, and strategy forecast accuracy by demand point (stores and warehouses). This goes back to a very simple manufacturing principle, that work in process inventory is far from ideal.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Retail Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 156

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 6, 2022

Amongst the issues faced by both businesses and consumers in 2021, supply chain shortages – and the resulting challenges – held strong in the headlines throughout the year. Five Lessons Learned Overcoming 2021’s Supply Chain Challenges. Five Lessons Learned Overcoming 2021’s Supply Chain Challenges.

Supply Chain Planning Software 290

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 290

ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

But here, we’ll be talking about supply chain digital twins. A supply chain digital twin is a complete model of your supply chain that allows you to run what-if scenarios and determine the most efficient use of resources for fulfilling demand. Get the insights you need.

Real-time Visibility 295

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning 295

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Lean Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 32

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 1, 2015

This takes place daily at 2100 Amplifon-owned retail outlets; 3200 “shop-in-shops” in pharmacies, opticians and medical practices; and a network of more than 3100 indirect franchises and affiliates—in short, a very complex and extended supply chain. Gartner likes the strategy.

Supply and Demand 120

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 120

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 29, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 32

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Excess inventory – it’s taking up your warehouse space, tying up working capital, and limiting your planning team’s range of motion. It’s time to Marie Kondo your supply chain by eliminating excess inventory and learning how to avoid it in the first place. Source: Insider. Shipment Delays and Supply Chain Disruptions.

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory 156

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Lean 32

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 31, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Performance 32

Supply Chain Performance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Forecasting 32

Forecasting Optimal Sourcing Forecasting Software Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 6, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 32

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Supply Chain Design Software 32

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Optimal Sourcing 32

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

In 2017, Gartner introduced a Supply Chain Planning Maturity Model with five planning stages. In the lowest stage (Stage 1), supply chain planning is inside-out, fragmented, local, unconstrained, and focused on revenue. ”[1]. The goals of a good planning process. 2] They are: 1. It is consistent and repeatable.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Gartner Scenario Planning 100