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Lifting The Gray Curtain

Supply Chain Shaman

As Allyson presented her story of working for multiple consumer products companies, with very advanced technologies (demand sensing, advanced automation of forecasting, data lakes and descriptive analytics), she spoke of why at the end of the day, the most important technology that she uses is Excel. The question is, “Why?

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Enhancing Logistical Efficiency: Strategies for Improvement

SCMDOJO

Logistical Efficiency in Sourcing, Distribution, and Delivery Local Sourcing: While offering potential environmental benefits, local sourcing introduces complexities like smaller vehicle sizes and less-than-full loads. Balancing consumer preferences for locally sourced products with logistical efficiency is crucial.

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2022 Ivalua NOW Paris Recap!

ivalua

Leader Forrester CLM for Buy-Side Contract Suites, Q4 2021. Aurélie LUCAS tasked JB to provide sustainable, locally sourced #loveprocurement t-shirt, delivered on stage via an environmentally friendly bike delivery! Today, he is focused on finding solutions for renewable energy sources and the promotion of sustainable practices. .

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How CPG Brands Can Harness the Power of POS Data

Silvon Software

Among the various data sources at their disposal, point-of-sale (POS) data stands out as a crucial one. Improved Forecast Accuracy Since POS data reflects real consumer purchases, forecasts based on this data are more accurate.

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How good is your crystal ball? Accurate forecasts drive efficient inventory management for retailers

o9 Solutions

Business challenges like sourcing from Asia with long and uncertain lead times now combine with demand uncertainty, which came to the forefront with the pandemic raging. Over the past few decades, retail supply chains were built for operational excellence, not agility. and the response to those signals.

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How good is your crystal ball? Accurate forecasts drive efficient inventory management for retailers

o9 Solutions

Business challenges like sourcing from Asia with long and uncertain lead times now combine with demand uncertainty, which came to the forefront with the pandemic raging. Over the past few decades, retail supply chains were built for operational excellence, not agility. and the response to those signals.

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Your Ultimate Guide to Walmart Luminate

Alloy

Channel Performance in Walmart Luminate is intended to act as your single-source of truth for sales, inventory and forecast data. Channel Performance in Walmart Luminate gives you a true omni-channel view of sales, whether the purchase is in-store, delivered, shipped to store, picked up, or shipped directly to the customer.