Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2024

My learning after twenty years as an industry analyst is that this is not a true statement. Over the last year, I worked with Georgia Tech to build predictive models by industry using market capitalization by employee as the definition of value. The study is based on data sourced from Y charts for the period of 1982-2023.

Cost Reduction Strategies 195

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

Despite their size, few people outside their industry have heard of them. of in-stock products ship the same business day from our DCs; that is best of breed for any industry.” The company sources goods from 34,000 suppliers out of 30 nations. The company has shown sustained improvement on this metric.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Over the next five weeks, seventy business/technology and consulting leaders will complete the course. Can you describe the outside-in model? Based on the work with Georgia Tech, we are getting clear on which metrics matter by industry. Most of the models are supply-centric with no place to put channel data.

Modeling 210

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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.

Supply Chain Software 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Self-reported projections of the ocean carriers forecast that the industry is posting over $200B in profits. Yes, a single year offsets twenty years of poor margins for a struggling industry. Inventories in the chemical industry are at record lows: a forerunner of bad days ahead. profit for Q3 on $16.6B Time For Action.

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ThroughPut

MAY 22, 2024

An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is a suite of integrated software applications that helps organizations manage and automate their core business processes. ERP provides a centralized platform for collecting, storing, managing, and interpreting data from various business activities.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Navigating through the turmoil is unprecedented: there are no easy reference models to guide behavior. Make, source, and deliver need to be managed together based on analytics that sense and respond at the speed of business. Results in the Automotive Industry for the period of 2012-2021. What is the issue?

Manufacturing Procurement 195

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 2, 2024

Supply Chain Trends Matthew Lekstutis , CEO of SGS Maine Pointe, writes, “While predictions are as volatile as the future they predict, trends are often more reliable, and preparations for those trends are well within the abilities of every company in every industry. those situated offshore).” those situated offshore).”

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Across every industry, there’s buzz about artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), automation, optimization engines, and other advanced technologies. But what do these terms mean for the logistics industry? Should we be excited or scared by the possibilities created by today’s rapid technological innovations?

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 13, 2023

No one knows, but in my discussions, business leaders agree that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here, and the projected impact on supply chain technology looms large sending the industry into very different gyrations. The industry first started speaking of digital in 2012, but today, it is still an amorphous concept. (My

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2022

” Corporations serve international markets, and the source of rare minerals (so critical for the evolution of the green supply chain) is primarily Asia. Others argue the demise of global sourcing; might I add caution? Technologies and processes need change. My response is “Hogwash.” The pandemic redefined work.

Modeling 284

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Logility

MARCH 14, 2023

It’s no longer considered magic because we now have advanced analytics systems that harness and organize massive amounts of disparate data and model that big data in ways that allow humans to be proactive and make informed decisions. The sabermetrician focused on a new metric: On Base Percentage (OBP).

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

Here are some of the quotes from the workshop I led yesterday that helped me to better understand the industry: “A process born out of chaos is chaos. We have to change the mental model of our organizations to move forward.” We have used Lean process systems and swim-laned ourselves to death. The mental model is one of supply.

Modeling 240

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the key components of supply chain management, best practices, and how they can be tailored to specific industries. We’ll also delve into the importance of technology and data analytics in optimizing supply chain operations.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Supply chain network and transportation optimization can help make better sourcing and multi-stop route decisions that ultimately result in route design that balances low costs with higher service. In 2010, Walmart announced its goal to eliminate 20 million metric tons of GHG emissions from its global supply chain by the end of 2015.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Source E2open Shipping Index). Current technologies and processes focus on volume trade-offs. The reinvention of planning is needed, but it is hard to unwind the industry. I have been an industry analyst for two decades. Ironically, technology innovation is the highest that I have ever seen. Less Collaborative.

Procurement Analytics 221

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 2, 2023

” The next call was with a technology provider. I find that in the industry, sometimes the basics get lost. In traditional advanced planning applications (APS) for a manufacturing company, the forecasting model’s role is to generate a time-series forecast in the tactical horizon (outside of lead time). (An

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Being listed on a last-mile-delivery service platform and reaching a much broader customer base beyond the neighbors became a must-have for survival. Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. This includes internal and external data sources.

Supply Chain Planning Software 262

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, nearly 40,000 attendees comprising 6,200 brands from all over the world headed to the Javits Center to see what new solutions and innovations software and hardware suppliers had in store for 2024 and beyond. Throughout the conference I met with several software and hardware providers to get a glimpse into what they were showcasing.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Self-reported projections of the ocean carriers forecast that the industry is posting over $200B in profits. Yes, a single year offsets twenty years of poor margins for a struggling industry. Inventories in the chemical industry are at record lows: a forerunner of bad days ahead. profit for Q3 on $16.6B Time For Action.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 195

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Self-reported projections of the ocean carriers forecast that the industry is posting over $200B in profits. Yes, a single year offsets twenty years of poor margins for a struggling industry. Inventories in the chemical industry are at record lows: a forerunner of bad days ahead. profit for Q3 on $16.6B Time For Action.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 195

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2021

More recently the technology has evolved to a point where such processes can be conducted at a faster cadence than a typical monthly cadence that was the norm. Optimization based technologies can maximize the leverage from existing assets before considering expansion. Does this mean at some point in time we move on from S&OP?

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TransAudit

MAY 14, 2024

trillion in missed annual revenue growth opportunities across multiple industries. Industrial equipment manufacturing emerged as the most impacted sector, with companies missing out on 7.4% This involves having robust systems and processes in place that can withstand unexpected challenges and minimize their impact on operations.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Source E2open Shipping Index). Current technologies and processes focus on volume trade-offs. The reinvention of planning is needed, but it is hard to unwind the industry. I have been an industry analyst for two decades. Ironically, technology innovation is the highest that I have ever seen. Less Collaborative.

Procurement Analytics 195

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 195

ThroughPut

MAY 22, 2024

In the aggressively competitive digital era, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the few technologies that has immense potential to revolutionize business operations, outcomes and revenue alike. ThroughPut AI, a Gartner-recognized Supply Chain Decision Intelligence and Analytics Platform, does just that.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

While sometimes, I feel like the old lady in the room (many of my contacts are no longer active in the industry), the reception of the content by new supply chain leaders is positive, so I go on even though gray hair penetrates my hairline. Seasoned supply chain professionals used the mental model from the recession of 2007 as a guidepost.)

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

And what are the key industry trends and innovations? With uncertainty a guarantee in the year ahead, leaders are realising the need to adopt applications that will improve visibility into demand and inventory, as well as tools that can help them model and simulate “what if?” Risk planning and technology utilisation.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 6, 2021

For any wholesale business, software has become critical to survival. Competition is now so fierce – and national and international supply chains so changeable – that wholesalers need systems that are fast and reliable to keep up. So what should you keep an eye out for when you’re shopping around for wholesaling software?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 8, 2016

As an analyst in the supply chain market for 15 years, I have written many articles on best-of-breed technology companies purchased by a larger company. Today I am writing my take on the acquisition of Terra Technology by E2open. History of Terra Technology. Terra Technology is 15-years old.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

Their metrics are often misaligned as well – supply chain focuses on service and procurement focuses on the cost of acquiring materials and services. For instance: pumps and motors as MRO repair parts for industrial machinery. Optimize sourcing: Focus on optimizing sourcing spend across all categories of products.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2023

In consumer goods industries, better forecasting leads to lower fines from retailers for late or incomplete deliveries. It is important to benchmark forecast accuracy and similar supply chain metrics against your peers. Other external data, like industry data or economic data, is used for other types of forecasts.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 15, 2024

Drawing from hands-on experience gained at leading organizations, I’ve compiled a comprehensive document to assist professionals in this industry. Tools like Python and Alteryx are instrumental in this stage, allowing for seamless data integration and transformation. It reduces costs and helps maintain a competitive edge.

Optimal Sourcing 80

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 17, 2023

The manufacturing industry is currently undergoing a rapid digital transformation, and as a result, companies are generating vast amounts of data. BI is a powerful tool that can help companies drive informed decisions, improve their planning processes, and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 25, 2021

I find the industry complicit. To make the point, let me share an orbit chart for four industries (reference Figure 1). While some might claim that the industry made progress, the facts show that the industry margin decreased precipitously in three of the four industries shown. How could the industry spend 1.7%

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 21, 2022

The selection of metrics is based on prior work with Arizona State University to understand which metrics, in combination, correlate to market capitalization and price to book value. Industry Bias. In the industry, there is a bias to place the mantle of supply chain leadership on companies based on company brand perception.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The model in Figure 1 became the foundational model for the Gartner S&OP model. Forty interviews and two quantitative studies helped me build the model in my mind. Sales and Operations Maturity Model from 2005-2008. At the time, I was fascinated how the most mature teams bucked the system. Mistake #5.

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New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM, formerly APICS) just announced a major update to their Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model, in what they’re calling “the most significant update since the inception of SCOR in 1996.” The new interactive model is available on their site here. What does this all mean?

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