Supply Chain Shaman
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
I wrote my first report on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) while sitting on the floor in the Atlanta airport in 2005 when I was an AMR Research analyst. The model in Figure 1 became the foundational model for the Gartner S&OP model. Sales and Operations Maturity Model from 2005-2008. Figures 2 and 3.
Supply Chain Shaman
MAY 15, 2023
If you would like to participate in a current research study, we would love your help and participation in the contract manufacturing study. One of the alignment gaps that is growing and is unfortunate is the gap between procurement and manufacturing. The metrics defining success in manufacturing and procurement do not align.
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Supply Chain Trend
APRIL 2, 2018
Sales and Operation Planning (S&OP) made it’s break through in the 80’s, when Material Requirement Planning (MRP) was the hottest planning methodology around, computer screens had monochrome green letters, our music and dress sense were questionable, and it was common for companies to have a command and control management style.
Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 18, 2023
S&OP is too slow and cannot achieve the needed alignment. Process latency, the time for an organization to make a decision using a traditional S&OP process, is two-to-six weeks. In the face of variability, this is two-to-six weeks too long to make allocation or procurement decisions. Shift in cycles.
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Given your expertise, I’d love to hear what alternatives you recommend for better demand forecasting and real-time visibility beyond what’s commonly adopted today.” I know that your primary focus is procurement. Unfortunately, the industry is full of a lot of Anna(s) and her friends, the doubting Thomas (s).
Supply Chain Shaman
DECEMBER 15, 2022
But, I want to understand this more, and as a result, I have a new study in the field to gain additional insights, and I would love your input. To entice you to participate let’s look at the data more closely. In 2012, I placed the first alignment study in the field. To respond, follow this link. Organizational Alignment.
Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Today’s headline news includes AllBirds, Boeing, Canada Goose, Chemours, EMC, Hanes Brands, Fisker, Ford, Krispy Kreme, LKQ, Ryder, Tesla, Timken, Tyson Foods, Weight Watchers International, and WestRock. Let’s not quibble on the percentages. For context, let’s call him Dave. The public markets are nervous.
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