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Furthermore, some data may be of minimal use without comparison to and identification of trends and collaborations between data from other transactions within a given warehouse or transportation system. Take a look at how a business can use technology, metrics, and services to improve transportation processes, which range from supplier shipping to route optimization. Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement. MORE
Supply Chain Metrics That Matter makes this truth clear enough with its thorough analysis of recent multi-industry performance trends. Peppered with real-world examples from across industries, Supply Chain Metrics That Matter reinforces ideas with evidence. MORE
To help, in this blog post, I share industry trends. For each metric was show the averages and the percent change from the beginning and end of the period. Table 1: Metric Performance for Discrete Industries. Uncategorized benchmarking Metrics That Matter MORE
Bottom Line: The top 10 manufacturing trends reflect how manufacturers are planning to achieve their goals of revenue growth, operational improvements, digital transformation, and launching new products and services in 2019. MORE
Some of these transportation management trends reflect real worries for the logistics industry. Take a look at six of the trends to watch for in transportation management this year. Of all the trasnportation management trends, it is the Truck Driver Shortage we all must deal with either by technology solving the issue, or continuing to have a strategic approach to logistics. However, modern transportation management systems are looking to change this trend. MORE
To help, in this blog post I share industry trends. For each metric we show the averages and the percent change from the beginning and end of the period. Metric Performance for Discrete Industries. 2016 is around the corner. MORE
Interview for Metrics That Matter. My kitchen table is piled high with interviews for the upcoming book, Metrics That Matter. I recently interviewed him for my upcoming book, Metrics that Matter, that publishes in August 2014. How do you define the metrics that matter? MORE
Interview with Lora Cecere, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights and Author of Supply Chain Metrics that Matter ( published December 2014 ). Metrics that Matter became a three year research project. I realized that many organizations are very confused about metrics. MORE
P&G’s rate of improvement on the Metrics That Matter was lower than the peer group. Before I begin, let me state that no company is perfect, but here are some general trends. As Steve said, “The first step is recognizing the trend and taking action.” MORE
Supply Chain Insights recently published a Metrics That Matter report covering both the Semiconductor and Hard Disk Drive (HDD) industries. Semiconductor is poised to consolidate, which will have huge impact on the metrics. by CJ Wehlage. MORE
The first step in the journey is to analyze balance sheet results and understand industry trends. The supply chain is a complex system with finite, and non-linear relationships between supply chain metrics that drive balance sheet results. MORE
Current industrial manufacturing trends show the new administration is pushing for reshoring among the nation’s biggest manufacturers, and new technologies are revolutionizing how companies respond to growing skepticism and scrutiny by the public and government oversight as well. The "First Five" Industrial Manufacturing Trends of 2017. This will lead to the creation of more metrics and business-intelligence tools to help improve manufacturing operations. MORE
So, while I have not heard the responses from the voices on the phone responding to the results from the survey about centers of excellence (I love connecting with supply chain leaders on these types of trends), nor having finished the quantitative research, here are some trends that I am expecting. MORE
Retail trends. Omnichannel may not be one of the sexiest digital transformation trends in retail — but it is definitely the most necessary.”[3]. Though this can be done in-store, it is much easier to track customer behavior on the internet because we can analyze more customers and more metrics. Just because something is trending, doesn’t mean it’s new. Most of the trends discussed above have been around for a while. MORE
Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market. Top 5 Trends to Know to Compete with Amazon’s Supply Chain. Upon identifying these trends, a correct forecast of supply demands can be generated. MORE
Similar to the supply chain maturity curve of technologies, as explained by Steve Banker of Forbes , supply chain managers should consider how top supply chain trends will influence operations in the coming year. Learn the Landscape, trends, types, & applications. What Top Supply Chain Trends Can We Look Forward to in 2018. Supply Chain TrendsSupply chain leaders will face 2018 with uncertainty and opportunity. MORE
It is hard work to maintain the status quo in metrics performance. A balanced portfolio of metrics delivers the greatest value. Companies balance supply chain metrics better in good times than bad. To understand these trends, let’s take a closer look at value chains. MORE
Trend identification is a tricky business. Supply chain trends make it yet more complex because they represent the intersections of so many different domains. What is a supply chain trend-spotter to do? A Different Perspective on Business Trends and Supply Chains. We explore six overall business and economic trends that have been progressing steadily and measurably over the last few years. What Happened to These Trends? MORE
The answer lies using these omnichannel supply chain metrics to carefully track and improve operations continuously. This is a simple key performance indicator (KPI), another name for metrics, to track. The Fill Rate is a complex metric that considers the average window of delivery, percent of on-time delivery and accuracy of delivery for all products coming into your warehouse from vendors. Other Critical OmniChannel Supply Chain Metrics to Track. MORE
So, while I have not heard the responses from the voices on the phone responding to the results from the survey about centers of excellence (I love connecting with supply chain leaders on these types of trends), nor having finished the quantitative research, here are some trends that I am expecting. MORE
Take a moment to think about how these remaining six trends will impact the shipping and freight industry as a new administration takes control. Furthermore, Big Data will transform how companies view operations through a combination of internal and external metrics, merging all processes from procurement logistics with last-mile delivery. But, growth is possible if you take steps to prepare for these trends today. . MORE
Do you have the right metrics? Metrics show how your supply chain is performing – providing they are the right ones to do the job. Inappropriate metrics can give a false or incomplete picture of supply chain performance. Second, what metrics are the best indicators of performance in terms of these goals? These are examples of metrics that may or may not support your goals. Benchmark your operation using the selected metrics. MORE
We loaded 493 financial metrics from balance sheets and income statements for each company into the data lake for the period of 2004-2016 using YCharts data. In addition, we enriched the data lake with 20 market indexes on cost, growth and market trends. Shifting Trends. MORE
And, while the first quarter findings may be the result of a measurement issue, multi-year trends show labor productivity growth much slower than our competitors. MORE
In the first post our long tme guest blogger, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chai n, gave us 5 core metrics to evaluate supplier performance using supplier quality management and a 4 step process to execute. Review of SQM Metrics and Issues Across 5 Core Industries. #1: MORE
3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. 10 Soft Metric Considerations in Measuring Supply Chain Performance. View our Trends Category to stay up to speed. . MORE
I am trying to find good news; but over and over again, I see the same trend. The only metric that we have improved through ten years of IT investments is the revenue/employee number. This week, I am grounded due to weather. So, I am spending my time writing. MORE
While all leaders can agree that they want more assets and less trash, there is confusion about the best metric. Recently, we have been studying the trends on three different measures of asset effectiveness. The more work that I do on metrics, the more I become a fan of ROIC. MORE
We see three mega trends that are driving both growth and interest in the industry. The post Three Mega Trends Driving Supply Chain Transformations appeared first on Connect Blog by TMC, a division of C.H. Market Trends Technology MORE
With the end of 2018 approaching, let’s look back with Abivin at some of the most prominent trends in supply chain management. In the past, by using more natural gas for its ground fleet, UPS decreased CO2 emissions by 100,000 metric tons in 2016. MORE
Bottom Line: Manufacturers are reaching a new level of results in 2018 because they have clearer, more actionable insights based on real-time manufacturing and quality metrics than ever before. Quality Metrics Enable Customer-Driven Manufacturing Networks. MORE
As I wrote last June, investments are rising in Supply Chain Operating Networks and Descartes is a prime example of this trend in action — a trend that I predict will continue to gain momentum in the months and years ahead. MORE
The relationship between corporate financial performance and supply chain metrics was complex; and in my first attempts, I was unable to derive a correlation. I wanted to better understand which metrics truly mattered. The Metrics That Matter Are Different by Industry Sector. MORE
This post will discuss some of the metrics and analysis tools that an inventory manager needs to identify risk and opportunities and to make intelligent decisions to optimize the performance of their inventory. Each metric requires context. MORE
Similar to the supply chain maturity curve of technologies, as explained by Steve Banker of Forbes , supply chain managers should consider how top supply chain trends will influence operations in the coming year. What Top Supply Chain Trends Can We Look Forward to in 2018. MORE
Supply Chain Movement
DECEMBER 8, 2014
Supply Chain Metrics That Matter makes this truth clear enough with its thorough analysis of recent multi-industry performance trends. Peppered with real-world examples from across industries, Supply Chain Metrics That Matter reinforces ideas with evidence.
Cerasis
APRIL 25, 2016
3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. 10 Soft Metric Considerations in Measuring Supply Chain Performance. View our Trends Category to stay up to speed. .
AIMMS
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
Interview with Lora Cecere, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights and Author of Supply Chain Metrics that Matter ( published December 2014 ). Metrics that Matter became a three year research project. I realized that many organizations are very confused about metrics.
Cerasis
JUNE 14, 2017
The answer lies using these omnichannel supply chain metrics to carefully track and improve operations continuously. This is a simple key performance indicator (KPI), another name for metrics, to track. The Fill Rate is a complex metric that considers the average window of delivery, percent of on-time delivery and accuracy of delivery for all products coming into your warehouse from vendors. Other Critical OmniChannel Supply Chain Metrics to Track.
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next challenge is determining the right metrics to focus on. this process as determining what technologies will help get those metrics. the best place to start is making sure that the key metrics that drive your. the trend for years.
IQMS
MAY 1, 2018
Bottom Line: Manufacturers are reaching a new level of results in 2018 because they have clearer, more actionable insights based on real-time manufacturing and quality metrics than ever before. Quality Metrics Enable Customer-Driven Manufacturing Networks.
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Cerasis
JUNE 4, 2015
In the first post our long tme guest blogger, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chai n, gave us 5 core metrics to evaluate supplier performance using supplier quality management and a 4 step process to execute. Review of SQM Metrics and Issues Across 5 Core Industries. #1:
Enterra Insights
JANUARY 14, 2019
Retail trends. Omnichannel may not be one of the sexiest digital transformation trends in retail — but it is definitely the most necessary.”[3]. Though this can be done in-store, it is much easier to track customer behavior on the internet because we can analyze more customers and more metrics. Just because something is trending, doesn’t mean it’s new. Most of the trends discussed above have been around for a while.
IQMS
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Bottom Line: The top 10 manufacturing trends reflect how manufacturers are planning to achieve their goals of revenue growth, operational improvements, digital transformation, and launching new products and services in 2019.
Cerasis
MAY 12, 2016
Furthermore, some data may be of minimal use without comparison to and identification of trends and collaborations between data from other transactions within a given warehouse or transportation system. Take a look at how a business can use technology, metrics, and services to improve transportation processes, which range from supplier shipping to route optimization. Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement.
Cerasis
JANUARY 23, 2018
Similar to the supply chain maturity curve of technologies, as explained by Steve Banker of Forbes , supply chain managers should consider how top supply chain trends will influence operations in the coming year. Learn the Landscape, trends, types, & applications. What Top Supply Chain Trends Can We Look Forward to in 2018. Supply Chain TrendsSupply chain leaders will face 2018 with uncertainty and opportunity.
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Cerasis
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Current industrial manufacturing trends show the new administration is pushing for reshoring among the nation’s biggest manufacturers, and new technologies are revolutionizing how companies respond to growing skepticism and scrutiny by the public and government oversight as well. The "First Five" Industrial Manufacturing Trends of 2017. This will lead to the creation of more metrics and business-intelligence tools to help improve manufacturing operations.
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 28, 2016
The first step in the journey is to analyze balance sheet results and understand industry trends. The supply chain is a complex system with finite, and non-linear relationships between supply chain metrics that drive balance sheet results.
The 21st Century Supply Chain
AUGUST 29, 2014
Supply Chain Insights recently published a Metrics That Matter report covering both the Semiconductor and Hard Disk Drive (HDD) industries. Semiconductor is poised to consolidate, which will have huge impact on the metrics. by CJ Wehlage.
Supply Chain Shaman
DECEMBER 15, 2015
To help, in this blog post I share industry trends. For each metric we show the averages and the percent change from the beginning and end of the period. Metric Performance for Discrete Industries. 2016 is around the corner.
TMC
JULY 10, 2018
We see three mega trends that are driving both growth and interest in the industry. The post Three Mega Trends Driving Supply Chain Transformations appeared first on Connect Blog by TMC, a division of C.H. Market Trends Technology
Talking Logistics
APRIL 12, 2017
As I wrote last June, investments are rising in Supply Chain Operating Networks and Descartes is a prime example of this trend in action — a trend that I predict will continue to gain momentum in the months and years ahead.
Abivin
DECEMBER 27, 2018
With the end of 2018 approaching, let’s look back with Abivin at some of the most prominent trends in supply chain management. In the past, by using more natural gas for its ground fleet, UPS decreased CO2 emissions by 100,000 metric tons in 2016.
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 4, 2017
We loaded 493 financial metrics from balance sheets and income statements for each company into the data lake for the period of 2004-2016 using YCharts data. In addition, we enriched the data lake with 20 market indexes on cost, growth and market trends. Shifting Trends.
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market. Top 5 Trends to Know to Compete with Amazon’s Supply Chain. Upon identifying these trends, a correct forecast of supply demands can be generated.
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 3, 2017
It is hard work to maintain the status quo in metrics performance. A balanced portfolio of metrics delivers the greatest value. Companies balance supply chain metrics better in good times than bad. To understand these trends, let’s take a closer look at value chains.
Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 25, 2013
The relationship between corporate financial performance and supply chain metrics was complex; and in my first attempts, I was unable to derive a correlation. I wanted to better understand which metrics truly mattered. The Metrics That Matter Are Different by Industry Sector.
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 6, 2015
So, while I have not heard the responses from the voices on the phone responding to the results from the survey about centers of excellence (I love connecting with supply chain leaders on these types of trends), nor having finished the quantitative research, here are some trends that I am expecting.
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 10, 2017
Take a moment to think about how these remaining six trends will impact the shipping and freight industry as a new administration takes control. Furthermore, Big Data will transform how companies view operations through a combination of internal and external metrics, merging all processes from procurement logistics with last-mile delivery. But, growth is possible if you take steps to prepare for these trends today. .
Supply Chain Shaman
DECEMBER 15, 2015
To help, in this blog post, I share industry trends. For each metric was show the averages and the percent change from the beginning and end of the period. Table 1: Metric Performance for Discrete Industries. Uncategorized benchmarking Metrics That Matter
Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 8, 2014
Interview for Metrics That Matter. My kitchen table is piled high with interviews for the upcoming book, Metrics That Matter. I recently interviewed him for my upcoming book, Metrics that Matter, that publishes in August 2014. How do you define the metrics that matter?
Cerasis
JULY 1, 2015
And, while the first quarter findings may be the result of a measurement issue, multi-year trends show labor productivity growth much slower than our competitors.
Supply Chain Shaman
FEBRUARY 17, 2014
While all leaders can agree that they want more assets and less trash, there is confusion about the best metric. Recently, we have been studying the trends on three different measures of asset effectiveness. The more work that I do on metrics, the more I become a fan of ROIC.
Supply Chain Shaman
MARCH 6, 2015
So, while I have not heard the responses from the voices on the phone responding to the results from the survey about centers of excellence (I love connecting with supply chain leaders on these types of trends), nor having finished the quantitative research, here are some trends that I am expecting.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
Similar to the supply chain maturity curve of technologies, as explained by Steve Banker of Forbes , supply chain managers should consider how top supply chain trends will influence operations in the coming year. What Top Supply Chain Trends Can We Look Forward to in 2018.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 17, 2015
Do you have the right metrics? Metrics show how your supply chain is performing – providing they are the right ones to do the job. Inappropriate metrics can give a false or incomplete picture of supply chain performance. Second, what metrics are the best indicators of performance in terms of these goals? These are examples of metrics that may or may not support your goals. Benchmark your operation using the selected metrics.
Logistics Bureau
JULY 11, 2018
Trend identification is a tricky business. Supply chain trends make it yet more complex because they represent the intersections of so many different domains. What is a supply chain trend-spotter to do? A Different Perspective on Business Trends and Supply Chains. We explore six overall business and economic trends that have been progressing steadily and measurably over the last few years. What Happened to These Trends?
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 5, 2016
P&G’s rate of improvement on the Metrics That Matter was lower than the peer group. Before I begin, let me state that no company is perfect, but here are some general trends. As Steve said, “The first step is recognizing the trend and taking action.”
Cerasis
JANUARY 19, 2016
Some of these transportation management trends reflect real worries for the logistics industry. Take a look at six of the trends to watch for in transportation management this year. Of all the trasnportation management trends, it is the Truck Driver Shortage we all must deal with either by technology solving the issue, or continuing to have a strategic approach to logistics. However, modern transportation management systems are looking to change this trend.
Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 31, 2013
I am trying to find good news; but over and over again, I see the same trend. The only metric that we have improved through ten years of IT investments is the revenue/employee number. This week, I am grounded due to weather. So, I am spending my time writing.
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