Examples of Supply Chain Adjustments and Process Improvement Trends in Manufacturing
AIMMS
JULY 23, 2024
An example of a top strategic shift is adopting a more agile and iterative approach to supply chain optimization supported by technology.
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Cloud-Driven Manufacturers: Leading the Way to a Bright Future for Supply Chains
Logility
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The cloud has emerged as the cornerstone of modern business and supply chain innovation. From retail and food and beverage to manufacturing and life sciences, companies from a wide variety of industries are realizing the benefits of the technology, revolutionizing how they operate, collaborate, and generate value.
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The (misplaced) need for speed. Why faster supply chain planning will not get you to your destination.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Over the last two decades, there has been a significant focus on increasing the speed of supply chain planning solutions. Technology advancements in hardware, cloud, and in-memory computing fueled this increase, followed by the boost from automation, machine learning, and AI.
Do Digital Your Way. Sidestep the Supply Chain Conquistadors
Supply Chain Shaman
DECEMBER 27, 2022
In a recent research project, we found that 2/3 of companies had a digital supply chain transformation strategy; however, those that were evolving their strategy performed better during the early months of the pandemic than those that were “clear” on the project plan for a digital transformation. Supply Chain 4.0.
Examples of Supply Chain Focused Control Layer Technology Platforms
Supply Chain Matters
JANUARY 20, 2023
Supply Chain Matters provides two specific application examples of Cloud platform based supply chain focused control layer technology applied to address supply chain business process challenges.
Ways Food and Beverage can Build Resilience with Supply Chain Optimization Software
Logility
DECEMBER 15, 2023
From harvest to hands, the food & beverage (F&B) industry leaves no room for guesswork, especially without supply chain optimization software. This reality is compelling F&B companies to rethink their strategies and approach to supply chain optimization and demand planning.
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Automation in Manufacturing: Uses, Examples, & Trends
Unleashed
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Many modern businesses now rely on automation in manufacturing to get products built faster, optimise workplace processes, and get orders to customers more efficiently. But as there are hundreds of technologies you can invest in at vastly different price points, decisions on investments can be difficult.
2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 4, 2021
There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? There are also promising technologies that we expect will deliver great value. Finally, there are technologies that do generate value that few people have heard of. Hyped Technologies.
eCommerce Automation: Solutions, Benefits, & Examples
Unleashed
MARCH 5, 2024
eCommerce automation helps businesses maximise productivity by optimising daily processes such as inventory management , fulfilment, and customer service. But what does eCommerce automation look like, and how does it work? This article explores the basics, before diving into common challenges and examples.
Optimizing Aftermarket Inventory: How ToolsGroup Helps Manufacturers Navigate Complexity
ToolsGroup
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
CAGR from 2024 to 2032 , the aftermarket sector is becoming more competitive, especially with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), increasingly sophisticated technologies, and fluctuating customer demands. Complex distribution networks, multi-echelon supply chains, and intermittent demand for parts complicate supply chain operations.
Active Supply Chain Design: A Key Imperative for De Risking Supply Chains
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Supply chain resiliency and sustainability are top priorities for CEOs today. To achieve these goals, corporate leadership must focus on two key areas: shift from internally focused supply chains to collaborative supply networks and actively design their supply chains.
Supply Chain Design: A Tool to Help Maximize Value
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 22, 2023
A Supply Chain Design Solution from Coupa Imagine you’ve just received the job offer of your dreams. If you have been through this process at least once, you already have a good idea of what supply chain design is about: optimization. Do we have a demand forecasting tool in place and, if so, how good is that forecast?
Ultimate Guide To Technologies That Are Transforming Supply Chains
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Technology can have a significant impact on supply chains, but supply chain digitization still lags behind digitization of other areas of business across many industries. Still, there are several technologies that are transforming supply chains for the organizations that adopt them.
Supply Chain Resilience. Really?
Supply Chain Shaman
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Today, I speak at the North American Manufacturing Association, Manufacturing Leadership Conference, in Nashville on the use of data to improve supply chain resilience. Background The Council of Supply Chain Resilience met for the first time this month. What is supply chain resilience?
Being Adaptive Drives Resiliency and Margins in Collaborative Supply Chain Networks (CSCN)
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 1, 2024
According to Bloomberg , the coffee supply chain is struggling with constrained supply and increase in prices is inevitable. Traditional, linear supply chains struggle to adapt. This article explores how adaptive supply chains can help businesses thrive.
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Key Features Every Supply Chain Management Software Should Include
ThroughPut
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Managing a supply chain comes with its fair share of challenges (fair can sound like an understatement for a lot of you!) Without the right tools, it’s easy to lose track of shipments, inventory levels, and even supplier performance. That’s where a solid supply chain management (SCM) software comes in handy.
Making Supply Chain Planning Agile With Modular Planning Technologies
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
“May you live in interesting times,” widely attributed as a Chinese curse, some claim this as a blessing; whichever side you take, this is exactly what’s happening in the supply chain world since 2020, and it looks like we will be living with this blessing/curse for a while longer. Emerging Themes for Supply Chain Planning.
Megatrends (Possibly) Shaping Supply Chain Trends: Technology
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
MAY 28, 2022
Megatrends (Possibly) Shaping Supply Chain Trends: Technology. The necessity of having a technology scan every few months is becoming essential in today’s world. In doing so, use cases and new tech announcements are gathered and shared across the organization and used as inputs driving the technology roadmap.
Why manufacturers should integrate business intelligence tools into their ERP software
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JUNE 9, 2022
Manufacturers rely on data and their ERP platform to answer critical questions: What are our inventory levels? How much does it cost us to manufacture this product? Here’s an example. The power of business intelligence for manufacturers. Mid-market manufacturers need a tool that’s tailored to their needs.
6 transformative supply chain technologies
Taulia
JULY 24, 2023
Supply chains are trending in the direction of complexity. While this shift has brought many benefits for companies, including the globalization of consumer demand, the increasing complexity of supply chains has also exposed new vulnerabilities. And it’s increasingly applicable throughout the supply chain.
Make it Happen for Battery Cell Manufacturing
DELMIA Quintiq
MAY 4, 2021
One of the most intriguing high tech industry segments today is battery cell technology. It is an amazing mix of rapidly evolving supply chains, constrained resources, product innovation and global and startup companies competing for market-share.
2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 4, 2021
There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. But how mature are these technologies? There are also promising technologies that we expect will deliver great value. Finally, there are technologies that do generate value that few people have heard of. Hyped Technologies.
How MTSS Platforms Can Prepare the Next Generation of Supply Chain Professionals
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The global supply chain landscape is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the intricacies of international commerce. Developing Analytical Skills Data analysis is at the heart of effective supply chain management.
Mastering Digital Manufacturing: A Diagnostic Tool
QAD
JANUARY 6, 2022
We see digital manufacturing as a critical capability integrating planning, scheduling, quality, cost management, asset management, material movement, and shop floor control, resulting in reduced costs, higher quality, and greater customer service. Did You Miss the QAD Tomorrow: Digital Manufacturing Event? And we couldn’t agree more.
The 4 Best ERP for Manufacturing: Software Buyer’s Guide
Unleashed
JUNE 28, 2024
Today there are countless software solutions for automating the manufacturing process. From product design through to production planning, nearly every aspect of building and selling products can be streamlined with modern tools. What makes the best ERP for manufacturing?
25 Lean Manufacturing Tools – 5S, Six Sigma & Beyond
Unleashed
MARCH 24, 2024
Many manufacturers use lean methods to cut costs and improve efficiencies in their business. But ‘lean’ is a very broad concept and the ways that manufacturers ‘go lean’ vary considerably. Here we look at the most common tools and techniques used to bring the advantages of lean into the modern manufacturing workplace.
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Breaking Boundaries: Exploring Generative AI’s Impact on Supply Chains
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
AUGUST 14, 2023
Breaking Boundaries: Exploring Generative AI’s Impact on Supply Chains Supply chains encompass many interconnected activities, from procurement, production, and inventory management, to logistics and distribution.
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National Manufacturing Day 2024
Enterra Insights
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Tomorrow, 4 October, is National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) — which is celebrated annually on the first Friday in October. The day is set aside to honor those who manufacture goods in the United States. manufacturing innovation, the growth potential of these jobs is high — more than 1.3 Driven by a renewed investment in U.S.
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Is the “Autonomous Supply Chain” a Pipe Dream?
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 3, 2023
Aera Technology offers a solution they call “Aera Decision Cloud” A key challenge for manufacturers is connecting integrated business planning (IBP) – a longer term plan – to operational planning and execution – what needs to be done in the near term. The supply chain team must grapple with a couple of questions.
8 Examples of Kanban in Lean Manufacturing
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. Kanban came from the same place as the wider principles of lean manufacturing: Toyota. Table of Contents.
5 Best Manufacturing Software for 2024
Unleashed
MAY 28, 2024
When hunting for efficiency gains in production, technology is often the solution. However, choosing the best manufacturing software for your specific needs is never simple.It What makes the best manufacturing software? And that’s just the start. Every business has different needs and resources.
Supply Chain Predictions for 2022 and Beyond
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 13, 2022
As I was enjoying the holidays, I had an opportunity to reflect on the year past and what the future holds for supply chains. However, organizations will need to be deliberate in designing supply chains with optionality so it does not become cost prohibitive. Supply Chain Design is essential in tackling these.
Megatrends Reshaping Supply Chain Management
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
ARC is getting ready for our Supply Chain Forum on February 16 th and 17 th. End users – supply chain practitioners working for manufacturers, distributors, or retailers – can attend for free. How does the pandemic and digital technology play into these trends? I was originally scheduled to speak.
6 Powerful B2B CRM Strategies for Wholesalers & Manufacturers [+ Examples]
Unleashed
MAY 15, 2023
Wholesalers and manufacturers need effective B2B strategies to sustain business growth and beat the competition. A B2B CRM (business-to-business customer relationship management) system is software that helps businesses manage all their B2B sales and customer data in one centralised location. That’s where a quality CRM system comes in.
Manhattan Associates Releases a Ground-breaking Supply Chain Planning Solution
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 3, 2024
Scott Fenwick, Senior Director Product Strategy for Supply Chain Planning at Manhattan Associates. Manhattan Associates, a leading supplier of supply chain and omnichannel management software solutions, recently had a major product release that will shake up the supply chain planning market.
Closing the Gap between Supply Chain Planning & Execution with Autonomous Technology
Supply Chain Action Blog
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
There is a lot of buzz about the “autonomous” supply chain these days. The subject came up at a conference I attended where the theme was the supply chain of 2030. The Driverless Car Analogy From CBC News [link] I’ve heard the driverless vehicle used as an analogy for the autonomous supply chain.
How to Manage Supply Chains as a Manufacturer with Automation and AI
Locus Robotics
MARCH 9, 2023
By Geoff Whiting, Senior Writer, Red Stag Fulfillment Applying automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to supply chain management is an excellent way for manufacturers to increase the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of operations. Some fulfillment warehouses even use robots to pick and pack customer orders.
Processes Automation: Streamlining Business Operations for Efficiency
Elementum
JANUARY 16, 2024
Processes Automation: Streamlining Business Operations for Efficiency Process automation has become a vital component in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. As companies integrate automation into their operations, they are positioned to better adapt to market changes and stay ahead of competitors.
Editor’s Choice: 5 Supply Chain Management Success Factors for CPG Companies
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 4, 2023
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Erin Sun at Oracle and identifies five supply chain success factors CPG companies need to know for increased profitability.
The Three Pillars of Sustainability in Supply Chain and Logistics: A Strategic Guide
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
In today’s interconnected global economy, sustainability within supply chains and logistics has become a necessity rather than an option. For senior leaders, understanding and integrating the three pillars of sustainability—environmental, social, and economic—into supply chain strategies is essential.
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Demand Planning Software: Your Comprehensive Guide
Logility
JULY 20, 2023
That’s why it’s essential to be sure you’re equipping your organization with the right demand planning software. When you choose the right solution, you can stay ahead of fluctuations in customer demand, achieve high levels of forecast accuracy, handle seasonality, and drive collaboration across supply chain stakeholders.
Best Supply Chain Optimization Software in 2024
ThroughPut
JULY 31, 2024
Optimizing supply chain operations for better efficiency and cost effectiveness is a key focus of supply chain leaders. It’s not surprising, therefore, that you are always on the lookout for the best supply chain optimization software that can let you better manage material and cash flow.
Technology Support in Integrated Business Planning: Automation, Augmentation and Human Centricity
Supply Chain Trend
AUGUST 13, 2020
Preview In his 2019 Foresight article, Niels van Hove examined eight technological hurdles that must be overcome to enable autonomous or ‘lights out’ supply-chain planning. He reasoned that to support such planning we need to implement a third wave of integrated supply-chain planning software. Key Points.
Top Supply Chain Challenges for CPG companies in 2023
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 9, 2023
Commerce is global and regional at the same time, the world is getting smaller and more interconnected, and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers operate in this build-anywhere and sell-anywhere market. End-to-end supply chain visibility, planning, and execution support software are critical in agile supply chain performance.
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