QAD

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Lean Manufacturing is a business model and approach that emphasizes the elimination of non-value added activities while producing quality products on time and with greater efficiency. The supply chain is another area with plenty of room for improvement where sustainability can benefit.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Planning ensures that resources are allocated effectively and that production and distribution meet customer demand. A well-established sourcing strategy helps businesses secure the best quality materials at the most competitive prices. It encompasses activities such as procurement, supplier selection, and evaluation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 54

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

According to McKinsey survey of global supply chain leaders , only 53% of respondents describe the quality of data in their supply chain planning systems as “sufficient” or “high.” ” Yet leaders with high-quality master data are 1.5x

Procurement Analytics 98

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 25, 2024

Significant Management Leadership Shakeup According to published reports from both Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal this morning, Boeing is undergoing senior management leadership changes in the wake of the ongoing production quality corporate and other challenges that have tarnished this aircraft maker.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Logility

MAY 28, 2020

In fact, supply chain performance is dependent on consistent data definitions of customers, products, items, locations, and other master data objects. When data is poorly managed and inconsistent, supply chains become inefficient. Avoid supply chain disruptions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 131

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

There’s no doubt modern technological solutions are revolutionizing and improving supply chain performance. It’s humans who use this data to make the rapid decisions today’s supply chain disruptions demand. So, how do you achieve the right balance? How to Leverage People with Technology.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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QAD

JULY 28, 2022

It encourages us to continue meeting with automotive industry experts about supply chain issues that resonate with so many listeners. Episode #6: Electrifying the Automotive Supply Chain. Episode #9: Moving Parts: A Framework for Improving Automotive Supply Chain Performance.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 95

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Unleashed

MARCH 6, 2024

Agile supply chain management is especially important in today’s dynamic business landscape, where customer expectations, technological advancements, and environmental uncertainties are constantly evolving and creating new challenges and opportunities for supply chain performance. Let’s dive in.

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EC Sourcing Group

JULY 20, 2023

Simfoni’s procurement technology provides real-time visibility into the entire supply chain, enabling companies to track and monitor suppliers, inventory levels, and deliveries. This visibility helps identify potential bottlenecks, mitigate risks, and optimize the overall supply chain performance.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

I encourage all supply chain leaders to have an “oops” day. It is a day for you to have a mea culpa meeting with your team. It is a meeting where you don’t pretend anymore that everything is wonderful. As part of the meeting, record all of the misses on chart paper and tape them to the wall.

Supply Chain Design Software 280

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QAD

JUNE 20, 2023

A well-functioning supply chain ensures that a company has the right materials, at the right time, in the right quantities, to meet customer demand. One area that is often overlooked is the impact that the plant floor can have on overall supply chain performance and success.

Optimal Sourcing 88

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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. While supply chain KPIs should be chosen based on your organization’s specific needs, certain ones are effective for most businesses. Cash-to-Cash Time Cycle.

Metrics 81

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 16, 2024

The Reuters report indicates that Alaska Airlines had indicated that the airline “ engaged in a candid conversation ” with Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun and the plane maker’s leadership team regarding quality improvement actions. Spirit and Boeing battled over costs, quality and the pace of production.

Alaska 52

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The broader and more far reaching backdrop is how much patience remains on the part of regulators, major airline customers, and the flying public, as to whether the plane maker has a solid grip and needed leadership to address and solve the continued lapses and shortcomings in production quality and consistency.

Alaska 52

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

These companies had to haul expedited shipments by truck so they could keep their production lines running and, in turn, meet the commitments to their customers. However, did you know there are enough lead time problems lurking in your current supply chain operations that go completely unnoticed?

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Unleashed

MARCH 28, 2021

When done properly SRM can achieve greater efficiencies, reduce wholesale costs, and optimise supply chain performance. Optimises performance. Performance optimisation. SRM helps to identify any existing suppliers with the capability and capacity to meet the company’s current and future needs. Reduces costs.

Negotiate Pricing 111

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Taulia

JULY 21, 2022

That makes the performance of suppliers in your supply chain a large factor in optimizing the effectiveness of your broader operational strategy. For businesses in highly competitive environments, an optimized supplier management process that prioritizes supplier performance can mean the difference between success and failure.

Negotiate Pricing 75

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QAD

JULY 13, 2023

With integrated modules encompassing inventory management, production planning, procurement, quality control, and more, manufacturers can gain real-time visibility into their operations, enabling better decision-making. Most food manufacturers operate on low margins, improving efficiencies in all areas of the business and reducing costs.

Manufacturing Procurement 86

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Logility

JULY 4, 2018

However, multi-plant sourcing and scheduling increases complexity and the need for enabling technology to develop an integrated plan for both aggregated levels of production by production site and batch level production to meet customer orders. Robust integrated business planning and comprehensive views of supply chain performance.

Chemicals 113

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Taulia

AUGUST 29, 2023

Accordingly, by increasing supply chain efficiency, businesses can improve their ability to meet customer expectations, build resilience against supply chain risks, and enhance their working capital position. Establish clear objectives Start by setting clear objectives.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

Supply chain visibility also allows you to make more informed decisions about your supply chain processes. With real-time data on your products, you can analyze your supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement. This can help reduce the risk of costly returns or replacements.

Supply Chain Optimization 92

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Logility

JULY 5, 2018

However, multi-plant sourcing and scheduling increases complexity and the need for enabling technology to develop an integrated plan for both aggregated levels of production by production site and batch level production to meet customer orders. Robust integrated business planning and comprehensive views of supply chain performance.

Chemicals 101

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Next, your target audience in that market is super demanding both in terms of the price and quality. Do you think that your supply chain management is good enough for this market? Are you confident that it’ll perform well and you’ll meet all the requirements of your target audience?

Supply Chain Risk Management 189

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

Supply Network Optimization Data analytics helps provide valuable insights into different suppliers, which helps manage processes with different suppliers, warehouses, and transportation routes. They can provide insights into suppliers’ performances, delivery reliability, and quality standards.

Optimal Sourcing 72

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

Efficiently managing inventory is crucial for maintaining optimal cash flow and meeting customer service expectations. Allocating a significant amount of cash flow to inventory is essential to ensure a smooth production flow and meet customer demands effectively.

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Zipline Logistics

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Now suppliers must meet a 98% OTIF rate to stay in compliance. New Supplier Quality Excellence Program . Additionally, accompanying OTIF changes, Walmart will be launching a new Supplier Quality Excellence Program (SQEP). The retailer aims to improve vendor supply chain processes surrounding: . Packaging .

Vendor Strategies 52

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QAD

OCTOBER 17, 2023

While our desire to help your business thrive in the automotive supply chain of the future is the heart of our podcast, our whitepaper is the backbone. Inside, you’ll find the root causes of poor supply chain performance and our proven formula for solving them once and for all.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2019

“Beyond the right product at the right price, consumers want to know the product is available where they choose to shop for it — physical store, online or mobile app — when they want to buy, and that it has met appropriate quality standards and was sourced from ethical suppliers.

Supply Chain Execution 101

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DynaSys

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Manage costs, improve profit: these are the top priorities for supply chain executives today (cf. PwC Global Supply Chain Survey). But executives also know supply chains must balance availability, quality, and cost by being flexible, responsive, reliable, efficient, and resilient. Executive Insight.

Analytics Software 52

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

As industries evolved to meet the needs of modern consumers, the supply chain has become a reliable source of competitive advantage. All consumer brands need increased supply chain visibility, track-and-trace applications, and KPI monitoring. They can deliver several advantages to sporting goods shippers.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

” In addition to leveraging advanced digital technologies, both ToolsGroup and McKinsey & Company analysts insist that retailers must improve their supply chain performance to survive. ToolsGroup analysts suggest retailers adopt lean retail principles, which affect all aspects of the supply chain.

Retail 130

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

This section delves into the key data-driven success factors that have propelled Walmart’s supply chain to the forefront of the retail industry. The EDLP strategy revolves around providing high-quality products and services at the lowest possible prices, ensuring that customers can benefit from affordable prices every day.

Inventory Reduction 74

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QAD

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Digital manufacturing can fully integrate planning, scheduling, quality, cost management, material movement and process control. It also allows manufacturers to better communicate, analyze and use data to meet cost and quality objectives. Contract Manufacturing Supply Chain Continuity.

Pharmaceutical 98

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 13, 2014

Supply chain performance starts with the quality of the forecast, and in today’s volatile markets forecasts based on historical sales are no longer sufficient to meet our goals,” said Andrew Yeager, Director, Supply Chain Planning at Church & Dwight in a press release of 2 April 2014.

Forecasting 84

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Precoro

APRIL 18, 2023

Supply chain visibility is a company's ability to keep track of raw materials, components, and final products – in batches or individually – as they move through the entire supply chain from suppliers through production or assembly to retailers and end customers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Taulia

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The main contrast is that, whereas an efficient supply chain is one that includes streamlined processes and uses resources in the best way, an effective supply chain is one that successfully meets the needs of its stakeholders, including customers, suppliers and other partners.

Sourcing Strategies 105

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Stord

MAY 3, 2018

But how can other omnichannel shippers achieve this level of global supply chain excellence required to stand-out to the customer? To scale, an optimized distribution network is required to meet customer expectations and business growth targets. Are you paying unnecessary transportation costs?

Network Optimization 78

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