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Is it time to say goodbye to RFIs?

AIMMS

Supply chain software is changing. So should the purchasing process. . RFIs tend to work well for certain industries (like government) or for purchasing equipment and industrial assets, bu t t hey often fall short in helping supply chain teams select a new software vendor. Why RFIs Fall Short .

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Why chemical companies need prescriptive analytics for S&OP

AIMMS

Spreadsheets and legacy tools are no longer enough. Many chemical companies are using S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) as a tool to tie up operational planning and activity with financial goals and strategy. Many are still using spreadsheets and legacy tools to support this process. AIMMS is challenging that paradigm.

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5 Dysfunctions of Typical S&OP Systems and How to Overcome Them

AIMMS

In this blog post, I will delve into 5 issues companies typically experience with their S&OP software. This makes S&OP implementation a difficult process, especially when it comes to finding the right tools. Finding Software to Drive S&OP: 5 Dysfunctions companies typically encounter . image source: [link].

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Papyrus embraces new planning process with Pharos, a central supply chain control tower application

AIMMS

Papyrus, a leading European paper wholesaler, started using AIMMS in May 2014 to implement radical changes in its supply chain network and re-envision its forecasting, replenishment & supplier management workflow. Suppliers delivered to approximately every warehouse, with long lead times of four to five weeks. Rolling out Pharos.

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Is it time to say goodbye to RFIs?

AIMMS

Supply chain software is changing. So should the purchasing process. . RFIs tend to work well for certain industries (like government) or for purchasing equipment and industrial assets, bu t t hey often fall short in helping supply chain teams select a new software vendor. Why RFIs Fall Short .

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The Fallacy of the Self-driving Supply Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

As a developer working on the braking software of an automatic car for the past eight years, he constantly tells me that it is not easy, and all of the estimates are too waaaay too positive. Accept that existing advanced planning solutions (APS) are not sufficient. Is there data in the organization that should be used, but is not?

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Funding Your Way to a Decarbonized Supply Chain

AIMMS

By optimizing supply chain operations, companies can free up substantial funds which can then be reallocated towards sustainable and decarbonization efforts. Supply chain optimization software like SC Navigator can heavily help in discovering significant cost-saving opportunities that can be re-invested in a supply chain decarbonization project.