Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. If you already know what Kanban is and just want the case studies, scroll down! Table of Contents. What is Kanban?

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 13, 2022

On this tour, I heard Jeff Ma, a former member of the MIT blackjack team, speak on the use of analytics to make better decisions in “beating the house.” In the world of supply chain management following 33 months of disruption, this is not the case. The outcomes are less predictable or clear. We are re-writing the rules.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 5, 2017

This ended when Gartner purchased AMR Research in 2010. We need a definition of demand-driven manufacturing and transportation, and the building of multi-tier canonicals in the network of networks.This is something I have tried to accomplish with the Demand-Driven Institute, but failed. 2) Demand-Driven Manufacturing.

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Exiger Perspectives

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Table of Contents Procurement and supply chain professionals today are under enormous pressure. As an example, Daniels cites a car maker in which 90% of the cost of building a car is buying the parts manufactured elsewhere. What’s more, they’re overwhelmed with data — too much information, too little time to act.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 1, 2013

The traditional supply chain is designed to support high volume, predictable items in known markets. Use new forms of analytics to learn from channel sales. Use New Forms of Analytics to Drive Demand and Supply Orchestration. Focus on the Use of New Forms of Analytics in Horizontal Processes. Why do we need to change?

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2018

The path is one that I could not have predicted. I could not have predicted the founder of AMR Research selling the company to Gartner Group. ” In essence, today manufacturing leaders are flooded by presentations from consultants attempting to sell a message to begin a digital journey. I didn’t choose it.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 1, 2018

But omnichannel retail is causing retailers to revisit practices like this and explore a new approach that flips the sequence, using analytics to first determine what is likelier to sell, then deciding what to carry. Retailers have relied on an “Open-to-Buy” budget as a way to both control spend and determine what inventory to purchase.

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QAD

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, achieving operational excellence requires more than simply hitting production targets or managing inventory levels. Through real-world case studies, we’ll uncover four scenarios where seemingly well-performing areas can actually be masking deeper, systemic issues.

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Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Succeeding at Strategic Sourcing With Arena and Part Analytics Learn more about the integration between Arena and Part Analytics here. Full transcript below: Heatherly Bucher Welcome to our session on Succeeding at Strategic Sourcing. This commitment was what led us to partner with Part Analytics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Analytical innovation and digital transformation drove step-change capabilities within the office and marketing. The traditional supply chain is inside-out, triggering processes on the back of order-to-cash and procure-to-pay financial processes. As a result, many companies are struggling. Leadership teams are uncomfortable.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. But some of my other predictions did hit the mark or came close. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. When making predictions, it’s easy to look at recent trends and simply project them forward.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Costa , the UK’s largest and fastest-growing coffee shop brand, implemented a demand and replenishment planning system that takes POS data from its unmanned, self-serve coffee stations every 15 minutes to forecast demand, optimize inventory, and generate nightly replenishment proposals for distribution and procurement.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

For this case study we interviewed Ralf Busche, Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain Strategy and Performance. Our goal in writing these case studies is to share insights from the Supply Chains to Admire winners from 2016. We are very excited about business analytics. Here we share the interview with Ralf.

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Vanguard Software

APRIL 2, 2021

Throughout 2020, manufacturing supply chains took a hit because of constraints around the COVID-19 pandemic. Positive momentum indicates pent-up demand since the October and November 2020 Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) was higher than any time since 2018. MicroVention Case Study. Download Case Study.

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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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Talking Logistics

JUNE 29, 2017

As I wrote two years ago in my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2015 : Historically, Supply Chain Design was an exercise companies undertook at most once a year, or when a significant change occurred in their supply chain, such as an acquisition. Source: LLamasoft.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Thanks to the more advanced forms of supply chain analytics like predictive analytics, supply chains are proactively looking into the future and prepping for “what is to come” rather than only ruminating over “what already happened.” What Is Predictive Analytics for Supply Chain?

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IQMS

JULY 11, 2019

Improving semiconductor manufacturing yields up to 30%, reducing scrap rates, and optimizing fab operations is achievable with machine learning. Manufacturers care most about finding new ways to grow, excel at product quality while still being able to take on short lead-time production runs from customers.

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o9 Solutions

JUNE 27, 2021

Microsoft Data, Analytics, and AI Partner Case Study Program. The o9 solution integrates multiple technology innovations into one platform, including graph-based enterprise modelling, big data analytics, advanced algorithms for scenario planning, collaborative portals, easy-to-use interfaces, and cloud-based delivery.

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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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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Here we cover the 10 most important features to look for in your food manufacturing software so you can achieve product consistency, production efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Read more: The food manufacturing software your business needs 1.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

When Levitt made his insight public, manufacturers often dictated what the market would receive, leaving customers with little other choice than take it or leave it. Truck manufacturers have been experimenting with multiple radio controlled trailers so that one driver can handle greater transport volumes.

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Savi

MAY 28, 2019

I saw many proof of concept examples and promising case studies on how leading manufacturing companies and large 3PLs are using digitally extracted data to improve supply chain performance. I was pleased to present a case study with our forward-thinking customer Corning, Inc. But, this year was different.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 8, 2023

If there’s any piece of technology or analytics that can help with the most advanced data-driven decision-making in the supply chain right now, that’s prescriptive analytics. It is the most promising form of analytics in the market currently. What Is Prescriptive Analytics in Supply Chain? How should the supplier perform?

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ThroughPut

MAY 3, 2024

From a manufacturing perspective, the best logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. It now shares similarities with Supply Chain Management Software (SCMS), to help deal with manufacturing operations, processes, vendors and suppliers.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 15, 2023

Read More: The Challenges and Opportunities of Implementing Artificial Intelligence in Procurement ] What is ChatGPT? For instance, manufacturers can use ChatGPT to manage inventory levels by getting real-time insights into supply and demand patterns. Similarly, ChatGPT offers immense opportunities for the supply chain industry.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 19, 2024

How much should you produce or purchase at a time? Inaccurate predictions, especially for seasonal and short-lifecycle products, can severely impact operations. To mitigate these risks, the F&B sector must harness advanced analytics and machine learning.

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Unleashed

MAY 19, 2020

Leveraging the best manufacturing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, maximising productive efficiency, and accessing management expertise early , are the strategies that will set the best apart. Case study 1: Epic Brewing Company. Case study 2: Zeffer Cider. Areas to seek expert input.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 6, 2015

He discussed the adoption of the steam engine and the electric motor in the manufacturing sector. Today, we take these technologies for granted, but the electric motor was the genesis of the horizontal manufacturing plant. I used history to predict the future. If I won, they would cook me dinner. Things were simpler then.

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RFgen

MARCH 27, 2024

Demand Forecasting: Utilizes historical sales data and trend analysis to predict future demand, allowing companies to adjust inventory levels proactively to meet anticipated needs. Manual work led to unacceptable errors and inefficiency. To overcome these challenges, Gill Corporation adopted RFgen Mobile Edge™.

Inventory Reduction 98

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

In particular, the landscape is being challenged with a number of fundamental drivers: The changing consumer preferences with the move towards fresh, natural/organic/healthy, convenience foods and locally sourced products but at the same time looking for value. as well as external drivers (weather, interest rates, new housing starts….),

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

In particular, the landscape is being challenged with a number of fundamental drivers: The changing consumer preferences with the move towards fresh, natural/organic/healthy, convenience foods and locally sourced products but at the same time looking for value. as well as external drivers (weather, interest rates, new housing starts….),

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Vanguard Software

MARCH 12, 2021

Inventory replenishment involves purchasing and moving inventory, both finished goods and raw materials, from reserve storage to primary storage and eventually to the selling location. MicroVention Case Study. Download Case Study. Predicting consumer demand is always a challenge. Factors to Consider.

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TMC

JANUARY 10, 2019

Supply chain complexity: The line between manufacturing and retail is blurring, making it easier for customers to receive products directly in their homes. In our experience, we are typically pairing predictive analytics, machine learning, and API connectivity to accomplish digital transformations. Infrastructure Investments.

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 7, 2022

After all, most of these business functions were created for a very different era where any change was predicted earlier and absorbed easily. Understanding and predicting demand in unpredictable times. Reshaping the manufacturing world to meet new demands. A definite “no-no” for demand planners.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Industrial Manufacturing. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Predictive analytics uses several techniques to analyze past events to make predictions about future. Automotive.

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ThroughPut

MAY 22, 2024

With time running short, businesses need to build a clear business case for AI with a concrete plan of action that rapidly – and incrementally – achieves ROI. ThroughPut AI, a Gartner-recognized Supply Chain Decision Intelligence and Analytics Platform, does just that. Global Cement Manufacturer Achieves $1.5M

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