Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Let me start by saying that t he process is not a panacea to solve all supply chain ills. Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver. Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

” Here is an excerpt from the article: “…it isn’t by becoming more efficient that the supply chains of Wal-Mart, Dell, and Amazon have given those companies an edge over their competitors. According to my research, top-performing supply chains possess three very different qualities.

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Logility

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Institute supply chain governance fueled by data that only a modern platform can offer. When it comes to supply chain sustainability, responsible organizations don’t just talk – they act by creating a governance structure. Governance of your supply chain is not the same as managing it.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 15, 2022

When reviewing strategy decks for supply chain teams, I often see statements like “move from a functional-silo’d focus to a drive a more holistic response.” Companies became less clear on the definition of supply chain excellence and how to implement decision support technologies.

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Logility

AUGUST 15, 2023

Smarter, Not Harder: How to Climb Every Peak in Supply Chain Planning Supply chain planning is like a grand mountaineering expedition. But instead of reaching just one peak, supply chain planners must climb four – service, inventory, cost, and sustainability. Take, for example, PVH.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2019

I feel that topic of supply chain management is analogous to the downward cycle of the news channels. What Drives Supply Chain Excellence? I analyze supply chain management. The broader the definition of end-to-end strategy and the alignment of supply chain processes drives value.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

Before boarding the plane, I watched a traveler pull a diet Coke from the bin and thought about the struggle to source sweetener with the rise of COV-19. As I poured the dog food into the bowl for my pups, I wondered if I was going to have to switch kibble due to the looming issues of sourcing taurine—a health additive in many pet foods.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 21, 2022

In business conversations, the term supply chain excellence rolls off the tongue frequently in meetings, but what does it mean? Supply chain excellence is harder to define than to say. We designed the Supply Chains to Admire Methodology to help companies define supply chain excellence.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Based on the work with Georgia Tech, we are getting clear on which metrics matter by industry. As companies adopt a balanced scorecard, the functional metrics shift to a focus on reliability. The layers of the outside-in process surround the traditional supply chain planning applications shown in blue. Who does it best?

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QAD

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The medical device supply chain is constantly in need of resiliency. Supply chain challenges faced by manufacturers of delayed deliveries and stockouts take on additional urgency in the medical device arena, where patient well-being depends heavily on timely and accurate delivery. It’s a smart strategy.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

In almost every supply chain publication, you will find an article discussing digital transformation. Industry analysts, consultants, solution providers, executives and practitioners are all focused on how to transition from a traditional, analog supply chain to a more digital supply chain.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 27, 2022

Image source: APA. For example, as of March 2022, 81% of Americans say the supply chain is a significant source of stress. As Tom Derry, CEO of the Institute for Supply Management, shared in PBS , “It’s been the hardest year for logistics and supply chain managers,” Pafford said. Image source.

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Logility

MARCH 21, 2023

While market uncertainty and economic turbulence are likely factors, the hesitancy to take on new opportunities also stems from a misalignment between supply chain and finance organizations. The key to resolving this dilemma is unifying finance and supply chain data, processes, and systems with an Integrated Business Planning platform.

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Logility

APRIL 29, 2021

True corporate responsibility involves more than just your products and internal operations; it’s incumbent upon you to ensure compliance across the supply chain. This means having a resilient supply chain strategy that includes visibility, transparency, clear communication, and collaboration.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2023

While clearly important in today’s constantly changing business environment, so many companies continue to struggle with how to measure and improve their performance – grappling with questions like: Which metrics really matter? Each requires its own portfolio of metrics. Even where the same metrics are used, there are differences.

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ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Blog » Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium June 26, 2023 | | Thought Leadership by Eloise Barnum As businesses navigate through supply chain disruptions, high inflation, and sustainability initiatives, procurement, and supplier management has taken center stage in driving change.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Strategy is a critical aspect of supply chain management. By managing processes like planning, sourcing, production, and delivery, companies can reduce costs, safeguard against undue risk, and pivot quickly when faced with the unexpected. But when your supply chain isn’t meeting the company’s goals, what do you do?

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QAD

MARCH 9, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in supply chains around the world and the dust has never settled. Positive cases have been on a downward trend but supply chain disruption shows no sign of slowing down. How Have Global Supply Chains Changed Since the Pandemic?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The global supply chain industry has by default, a large environmental impact, through its carbon footprint. We are committed to preparing the supply chains of the future. In addition, CEVA Logistics was also appointed by General Motors (GM) to manage its entire ventilator production supply chain in support of the U.S.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 25, 2021

As a guest writer for Forbes, public relations firms constantly pepper me with requests to speak to technologists boasting of having answers to improve supply chain resilience. I strongly believe that historical supply chain practices are not the answer. They need to evolve to help today’s supply chain business leader.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 1, 2015

Many people are talking about Key Performance Indicators, Metrics, Analytics, and other indicators of performance. The importance of selecting the right metrics or “measures” as I prefer to call them, is critical as we all know that metrics drive behaviors. Step 2 – Develop Metrics and Data Sources.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 25, 2013

Today, I am proud to launch the Supply Chain Index. It is my hope that the readers of this blog will take time to either join us today to listen to the launch of the Supply Chain Index on our webinar or listen to the replay. (We The Supply Chain Index has been two years in the making.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

With 30% of respondents indicating their organizations are suffering from an inability to assess risk across suppliers, many are investing in new strategies to minimize the frequency and impact of disruption. The study also found that suppliers will be vital for successfully ensuring supply continuity.

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ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

Process: Blueprints for Success This process workstream focuses on blueprinting existing processes, policies, and metrics. The technology workstream identifies potential integration challenges and develops strategies to overcome them, selecting the procurement application best aligned with the organization’s needs and long-term goals.

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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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Logility

MARCH 21, 2024

During this time, the same AI tools that underwrite new technologies have been key in improving efficiency and optimizing all areas of logistics and supply chain processes including forecasting, supply planning, inventory management, manufacturing, network optimization, and more.

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QAD

APRIL 13, 2023

While Contract Pharma & BioPharma manufacturers continue to experience an increase in demand for more projects, new challenges are emerging from nearly every angle including new regulatory and quality requirements, workforce shortages and of course, supply chain disruptions.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 9, 2024

The success of Carlsberg’s overall sustainability strategy will largely be driven by optimizing this transportation process. But, through Carlsberg’s relationship with Blue Yonder, it has become clear that the entire production and supply ecosystem must be connected for these transportation ambitions to be met.

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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. Successful supply chain management (SCM) is one of the most effective ways to increase supply chain efficiency.

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crisp

DECEMBER 15, 2021

At last week’s Supply Chain Summit, Crisp’s Head of Supply Chain Barry Bradley gave brands a step-by-step guide to running a data-driven operations team. It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in the supply chain. Why is data so critical in supply chain management? Step 1: Set the strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Let’s look at the four most common ways cluster analysis is used for category management and supply chain planning decisions. Price index and price elasticity are useful metrics on their own, and a combination of these can help determine the right price point to maximize revenue and profit.

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Kinaxis

JULY 18, 2014

Even if you’re not you should check out Supply Chain Insights, Supply Chain Metrics That Matter. For the past several years, Supply Chain Insights has been delivering this research series. Think about those design, sourcing and delivery challenges. by Bill DuBois.

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Logility

DECEMBER 2, 2020

So, I started thinking about how supply chain management can impact the environment and concluded that supply chain managers are Green Superheroes. Almost every supply chain improvement made to reduce costs has a beneficial side effect that contributes to the Greening the supply chain.

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Silvon Software

AUGUST 8, 2022

Supply chain challenges stemming from the pandemic and other global events continue to plague manufacturing and distribution companies. While beneficial, this also brings added complexity to the supply chain in a number of ways. Drive actionable insights across multiple business processes.

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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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Logility

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Therefore, superior management of the life sciences supply chain is essential for many reasons, including: Quality control On-time shipments Operational consistency Customer satisfaction. Optimizing Critical Supply Chain Functions. It also reduces carbon dioxide emissions by about 100,000 metric tons.”. Challenges.

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