RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. In the automotive sector, manufacturers are simultaneously reducing inventory costs and delivery times.

Sourcing Strategies 96

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Over his 30+ year career in the supply chain, Richard has worked with manufacturers around the world in operations, supply chain, and lean strategy roles to develop systems that can manage complex supply chains on a global scale. Richard previously founded and led Factory Logic, Inc. acquired by SAP).

Optimal Sourcing 278

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2022

Prior to Yannis, Keith Harrison was the Global Product Supply Officer for slightly more than ten years. Keith led the work to move P&G from a regional to a global manufacturer opening up the Warsaw center of planning excellence and outsourcing IT to HP. Supply chain excellence was largely defined as manufacturing excellence.

Procurement Analytics 369

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Commerce is global and regional at the same time, the world is getting smaller and more interconnected, and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers operate in this build-anywhere and sell-anywhere market. End-to-end supply chain visibility, planning, and execution support software are critical in agile supply chain performance.

Supply Chain Planning Software 283

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Kinaxis

APRIL 10, 2015

by John Westerveld When things happen in supply chain, knowing sooner and acting faster can mean the difference between a major catastrophe and a minor hiccup in your supply chain performance. Imagine this scenario; you are a supply chain executive for a major U.S.-based This is bad…. Acting Faster.

Supply Chain Performance 100

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QAD

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Manufacturers Thrive on Timely Information. While this is an extreme example of timely information access from the financial sector, manufacturers are realizing the need to access timely data in order to rapidly respond to changing business conditions. Can manually intensive processes provide timely information from suppliers?

Manufacturing Procurement 134

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Logility

APRIL 20, 2022

If resilience is the panacea to today’s supply chain challenges, it seems that everyone has a different prescription. Every industry article, news segment, analyst research paper, and boardroom conversation offers varying perspectives on the real issues impacting supply chain performance and the best way to fix them.

Sourcing Strategies 130

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ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

Unfortunately, despite the manifold benefits of a true digital twin, creating one that reflects an accurate, up-to-date status of your supply chain has been near-impossible – until now. With the advent of true “single source of truth” inventory visibility , a digital twin is a more feasible goal than ever before.

Real-time Visibility 295

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Sunil Roy , who leads Blue Yonder’s Industrial Manufacturing Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and executive customer events that we prepared for jointly. So overall, the competitiveness among the industrial manufacturers around the world has grown several bounds.

Manufacturing Procurement 141

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

On the 9th of April, I went to see a supply chain leader that spoke of how a “tightly integrated” global supply chain was making things worse for him. The company was doing well on the management of a regional supply chain, but failing in managing products across geographies for a global supply chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 298

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 298

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Modern supply chains thrive on real-time data, execution-focused applications, and dynamic decision-making. That’s where data analytics comes in. The result?

Optimal Sourcing 98

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 16, 2025

Still, it can be just as disruptive to supply chain performance. Companies that invest in leadership development, mentorship, and training will see better retention, improved operational outcomes, and stronger supply chain performance. Josh Turley is CEO of RTA.

Negotiating Skills 91

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ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 30, 2025

Achieving agility requires a flexible supply chain with diversified sourcing, scalable manufacturing, and adaptive logistics strategies. ModusLink supports this agility by offering customizable supply chain solutions that allow businesses to scale operations quickly.

Sourcing Strategies 78

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 78

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

As the fabric suppliers require the longest lead times, ZARA approves designs & initiates manufacturing after it gets feedback from its stores. The company could not maintain supply chain performance levels to cope-up with the sudden surge in orders for 1.0 Case Study Resilience: CISCO. CONCLUSION.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

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QAD

JANUARY 11, 2022

After the last two years, it’s no surprise that some might be hesitant to make predictions about the state of manufacturing, supply chains and digital transformation for the new year. Executives highlighted the urgent need to revise business models to build local, regional and global supply chains.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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Kinaxis

MARCH 21, 2017

by Iman Niroomand Supply chain performance depends on the matching of product features with supply chain features. When a new product hits the market, the existing supply chain that is optimal for a given set of product lines will not stay optimal. Manufacturing flow simplifications.

Supply and Demand 167

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 28, 2024

That stated, in certain regions such as across Europe and China , the year continues to present economic and manufacturing challenges. Global wide manufacturing activity levels as measured by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® contracted once again at the end of Q3. supply chain activity.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

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QAD

JULY 13, 2023

If food manufacturers want to stay ahead of the competition today and into the future, they have to leverage advanced tools and systems that can optimize processes and deliver real-time insights. By migrating to a cloud-based ERP system, food manufacturers can streamline and automate various processes, leading to increased efficiency.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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QAD

MAY 7, 2020

Increasingly, we see manufacturers placing less emphasis on cost savings and more importance on supply chain adaptability, risk management and speed. The desire is to create flexible sourcing and connected supply chain networks that effectively respond to customers’ issues and expectations.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 138

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RFgen

JUNE 23, 2025

Mobile barcoding becomes even more critical when considering the complexity of modern supply chains. Organizations today face global sourcing, geopolitical instability, and high customer expectations. To meet these demands, supply chains must become smarter and more responsive.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In 2001, China joined the World Trade Organization, increasing access to China as both a channel and a supply source. Consider the investment in outside-in planning processes using market data and orchestrating source, make, and deliver based on a holistic design process. This course is limited to retailers and manufacturers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

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IQMS

MAY 22, 2023

Manufacturers are increasingly adopting the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve supply chain performance. Meanwhile, Research And Markets estimates that the emerging global market for blockchain in manufacturing will expand from $1.2 billion in 2022 to USD $1,809.04 billion in 2022 to $88.5 billion in 2022 to $88.5

Optimal Sourcing 52

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 21, 2020

Supply chain trends and practices today, are mainly driven by cost optimisation and lean strategy. This has proved to be a major source of risk. Poor business continuity planning, lack of risk management programs and single source suppliers, have magnified the impact of such risks. million job going unfilled. .

Supply Chain Planning Software 233

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Some manufacturing, consumer brand, retail and logistics service companies made ambitious goals to delight customers through digital transformation but in some cases significantly eroded profit margins. Plan and Execute for Success. The Key to Long-Term Success: Build Agility, Resilience and Profitability Together.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 284

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Exiger Perspectives

JANUARY 13, 2025

Californias role as a vital nexus for transportation, technology, and industrial machinery places manufacturing supply chains at significant risk from the ongoing wildfires. Industries across the region are exposed to the wildfires supply chain impact.

California 52

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Global wide consumer electronics giant Apple is managing multiple supply chain influenced levers geared at enabling a successful holiday fulfilment quarter. There are now three contract manufacturing iPhone assemblers within the country to include Foxconn Technology , Pegatron and Tata Electronics.

Sourcing Strategies 52

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Sunil Roy , who leads Blue Yonder’s Industrial Manufacturing Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and executive customer events that we prepared for jointly. What are the key metrics that are driving the industrial manufacturers supply chain?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

But what exactly is supplier collaboration, and how can it be effectively implemented to enhance supply chain performance, reduce costs, and contribute to broader business objectives? Imagine a car manufacturer working closely with its key suppliers to develop a new electric vehicle. What is supplier collaboration?

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Effective lead time management is a critical factor in securing supply chain efficiency and cost control, since lead time represents the total time required for a product or material to move through the supply chain, as measured from the time of ordering to the time of delivery. Why is lead time important?

Manufacturing Procurement 49

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 3, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides commentary relative to July’s global manufacturing PMI indices relative to data indicating declining momentum, and some contraction among specific global regions. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® report, a composite index produced by J.P. Global Wide Production Activity. slipping 2.3

Manufacturing Procurement 99

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QAD

MARCH 11, 2025

The Importance of Efficiency in Procurement Operations Efficiency in procurement is paramount for organizations aiming to optimize their supply chain performance and reduce operational costs. The sourcing module, on the other hand, streamlines the sourcing process by automating supplier selection and bid management.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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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. Fortunately, applying metrics to multi-source operational information that’s stored and managed in a data hubs greatly minimizes these issues. Return Reason.

Metrics 81

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Financial Performance. Late last week, Airbus reported both third quarter and nine month year-to-date financial and operational performance. CEO Guillaume Faury indicated the aerospace manufacturer delivered a solid nine-month performance in a complex environment that included an ongoing “ fragile supply chain.”.

Supply Chain Performance 59

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

He is currently the vice president of global supply chain. At Rockwell this includes all processes end-to-end except for manufacturing. In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. Solutions, for example, can take from 12 to 16 weeks to manufacture.

Supply Chain Software 30

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 7, 2023

The dynamic sourcing capability automatically smooths inventory targets day after day and ensures target service levels are achieved regardless of supplier constraints. Intelligent decision making at the speed of business transforms supply chain performance. For more information about SO99+, read our blog on the v8.60

Optimal Sourcing 156

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Because there is such a wide spectrum of logistics and supply chain jobs available, it is best to categorise them in the following way: planning, manufacture, sourcing, and delivery. Supply Chain Planner: A manager whose main responsibility is to analyse a company’s supply chain performance.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 7, 2021

Over the last decade, supply chain performance regressed. Currently, supply chain performance is a barrier to economic recovery. We don’t have a clear industry definition of supply chain excellence. So, when Gartner bought AMR Research, I left and started Supply Chain Insights.

Gartner 221

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