DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 9, 2020

Global manufacturing today faces significant operational challenges. Companies that were unable to meet these challenges have been left behind (for example, in High Tech think Blackberry and Compaq). How should manufacturers adapt to meet the challenges and shift from product-centric to customer-centric operations?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 16, 2021

In our pandemic research, we interviewed thirty manufacturers. To help readers sort through the hype, we are writing articles on digital twin use cases to help companies gain a competitive advantage. Here we share the case study of Philip Morris using a digital twin deployment. Let’s take some examples.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Cross docking is widely used by manufacturers, but there are alternatives like direct shipping – and there are significant differences between the two. As the name suggests, this means the goods are shipped directly from the manufacturer to the end customer. This brings us to direct shipments. Who uses cross docking?

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Carhartt is a great example. Its manufacturing capacity is at the highest level in the company’s history, and just two years ago Carhartt began opening its own retails stores across the country (with stores in 17 states as of the end of September 2016). Gibson highlighted in her presentation, Carharrt is experiencing rapid growth.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2014

For example, we discovered that transportation and duties are 5x the expense of labor and overhead. For example, people want prestige beauty from the US, Europe or Japan. Take another example – few people know where their TV was made, but the buyer cares greatly about the reliability of that product. It wasn’t that easy.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

Many of the case studies being presented at today’s conferences were born during the pandemic and the post-pandemic turbulence. One of my insights from doing the industry analysis for the Supply Chains to Admire each year is that smaller and less well-known companies outperform larger and better-known manufacturers.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 8, 2024

It covers concepts in detail but offers very little in terms of practical exercises, real-world case studies, or detailed models. SCMDOJO offers an abundance of case studies, detailed models, and exercises that simulate the challenges professionals face daily. In comparison, SCMDOJO was designed to fill this gap.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 8, 2024

It covers concepts in detail but offers very little in terms of practical exercises, real-world case studies, or detailed models. SCMDOJO offers an abundance of case studies, detailed models, and exercises that simulate the challenges professionals face daily. In comparison, SCMDOJO was designed to fill this gap.

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Logility

AUGUST 19, 2024

Accurate predictions not only ensure optimal inventory management but also drive better decision-making across various sectors such as retail, manufacturing, and supply chain management. In this article, we delve into the benefits of employing ensemble modeling for demand forecasts, backed by examples and data.

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Synovos

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In one case, a long-time packaging manufacturer changed its reporting structure, putting in place a new manager responsible for the MRO supply chain. It means, for example, that the initial focus on piece-price savings changes as the price ceiling is gradually lowered. Interested in our services? Contact us for more information.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2015

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System.

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Hybrent

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The Hybrent application instantly searches all distributors and manufacturers for the optimal price and product availability. We now know, on a real-time basis, whether a contract has expired, for example. The post Surgery Center Case Study: Less Time at Computer, More Time in OR appeared first on Hybrent.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 9, 2019

In Figure 1, I share a case study from a client engagement. One of the most read case studies written for my first book, Bricks Matter, is a case study on managing item complexity. It is frequently requested, so I wanted to reshare this case study with my readers.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 28, 2018

Editor’s Note: Microsoft’s Colin Masson, Global Industry Director of Manufacturing Solutions (that's him on the left), sat down with me to discuss how manufacturers optimize their inventories. But that’s not the only shift in manufacturing. It then uses this model to understand the impact of demand forecasting on inventory.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The process brings together all the plans for the business (sales, marketing, development, manufacturing, sourcing, and financial) into one integrated set of plans.” Read the full Melitta case study below. Read Case Study. ToolsGroup supported MSE’s other key priority: seamless collaboration between stakeholders.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

No doubt about it, we are characters in a supply chain case study searching to define a new normal. Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a risk management case study. An example is a focus on moving and buying ventilators without an assessment of the availability of critical parts and skilled therapists.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

In one example, Crust Group in Singapore provides a Southeast Asian example of a cross industry “circular economy” partnership. Where usually all beer manufactured in Singapore is made using imported raw materials, this model of brewing would completely eliminate that need for beer making imports. Say Hello to Your Neighbor.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

When one of the world’s leading manufacturers of personal computers set new goals for its European operations, ModusLink was there to help. ModusLink was able to reduce product excess and obsolescence by 75 percent, resulting in significant cost savings and improved asset utilization for the manufacturer. The Solution.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 28, 2018

Editor’s Note: Microsoft’s Colin Masson, Global Industry Director of Manufacturing Solutions (that's him on the left), sat down with me to discuss how manufacturers optimize their inventories. But that’s not the only shift in manufacturing. It then uses this model to understand the impact of demand forecasting on inventory.

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Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

They were a new company that had taken over an existing manufacturing plant and lacked the infrastructure needed to keep the facilities in good working order, whether that was buyers to order parts or an accounts team to manage the purchasing process. It’s a juggling act between the finance and manufacturing side of the business.”

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Supply Chain Opz

JULY 7, 2014

3) Contract Manufacturing Walmart is best known for EDLP (Everyday Lowest Price) strategy. For some agricultural products, they implement a system called “global direct farm” or a contract farming (manufacturing). Haier is one of the world leading appliance manufacturers from China.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 5, 2023

While the promise is clear, and we see a growing number of case studies proving the benefits of the approach, many companies struggle to create and maintain digital twins. I encourage you to listen to the webinar replay to hear more about these examples. So, are they achievable, from a practical perspective?

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 4, 2024

Embark on an enlightening expedition into manufacturing process enhancement, where the thin line between triumph and defeat often hinges on a singular juncture within the production sequence. This guide will take you on a journey through the fascinating and sometimes frustrating world of bottlenecks in manufacturing.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Optimizing spare parts inventory offers significant advantages for organizations, particularly in the manufacturing, maintenance, and repair sectors. Case Studies: Realizing the Benefits of Inventory Optimization The following examples demonstrate the tangible advantages of reducing obsolete stock while enhancing service levels.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2022

A Case Study. Let’s take P&G as an example. Keith led the work to move P&G from a regional to a global manufacturer opening up the Warsaw center of planning excellence and outsourcing IT to HP. Keith was an undisputed leader in building talent to drive manufacturing excellence. A case is not a case.

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Locus Robotics

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Most manufacturers that had plans to digitize in the future were hard-hit with manual changes. Manually changing processes to accommodate new manufacturing. There is a concern among manufacturers that new technology requires a fresh greenfield re-model and they wait for the right opportunity to take the advantage.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 28, 2018

Generac Power Systems, the number one manufacturer of home backup generators, became an international company in a few short years and developed a global supply chain that is now prepared for the next stage of growth. It’s challenging, too, and managing through change can be difficult. Here’s how they did it.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

For automotive manufacturers the demand for personalization means more vehicle variations and a technology ecosystem that powers this customer experience from show room to shop floor. This solution combines the art of flexible product variation with the science of cost-effective, highly efficient large-scale manufacturing.

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ThroughPut

MAY 22, 2024

Step 2: ThroughPut AI Instance Set-Up and Data Validation Over the next few weeks, the ThroughPut instance is set up and connected to your data sources (for example, Snowflake, ERP systems ) to ensure a seamless data integration. For example, a 5% improvement in delivery times could in turn affect a 2% increase in customer satisfaction.

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QAD

JULY 25, 2024

She stresses that traditional leadership models are becoming inadequate for modern EV manufacturing. In arguing for a shift from “command-and-control” to a more collaborative leadership style in her book, Griffiths highlights successful real world examples where this approach has yielded results. The Essence of “AutoCulture 2.0”

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

I called the customer service line for the manufacturer and was told that the only thing I could do was call a maintenance specialist. At the Supply Chain Insights Global Conference in 2019, an attendee stopped me after the third case study of the Supply Chains to Admire award winner. Customer Service Failure. He got the point.

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Adexa

JUNE 17, 2024

This is yet another example of the intelligence built into Adexa Genies. This award profiles innovative case study-type projects designed to automate, optimize, streamline and improve the supply chain. Food Logistics also operates SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum. Go to www.FoodLogistics.com to learn more.

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Check out our library of videos, case studies, and other helpful resources here → Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization So you have this great probabilistic forecast. Another example is Gaviota , a leading manufacturer of components, accessories, and systems for rolling shutters, awnings, and enclosures.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Supply chain interruptions led to manufacturing production shutdowns for many automotive suppliers, as they did for Fraco S.A. The company, based in Bogotá, Colombia, is a global manufacturer and distributor of gaskets and retainers for gasoline and diesel motors, with operations and customers worldwide. .

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ModusLink Corporation

APRIL 22, 2024

Consider the unique requirements of your manufacturing process. For high-volume manufacturers, proficiency in efficiently managing large quantities of the same components is essential. Comprehensive Kitting Services: Tailored kitting solutions to meet the unique needs of electronics manufacturers.

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Exiger Perspectives

OCTOBER 29, 2024

based TC-99m generator manufacturers and their known customers. based TC-99m generator manufacturers and their known TC-99m customers over the last five years, via DDIQ Analytics. Government Case Study Two major providers of Tc-99m to the U.S. Number of radiopharmaceutical U.S. government contracts awarded to U.S.-

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Today’s breaking Wall Street Journal article provides a great case study on the impacts of not proprerly managing contractual supplier relationships. This was an important and emerging new technology, one that would produce manufactured sapphire to cover the face of all of Apple’s new iphone products.

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