DELMIA Quintiq

APRIL 30, 2020

Many manufacturers depend on impacted networks for their supplies and the strain on planning organizations is jeopardizing business continuity. What are some of the ways that manufacturers might improve their resilience, to address the crisis today and also to prepare for the recovery and the future?

Supply Chain Planning Software 285

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Industrial 285

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

She has spent her entire career in the retail industry, gaining expertise in merchandising, allocation, and inventory management. During this webinar, Tatham will share how the company drives its business, leveraging ToolsGroup’s powerful retail planning tools and capabilities.

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 156

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

By fostering collaboration across all stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers, companies can enhance visibility, streamline processes, and proactively address disruptions. Make to Order: Here, products are manufactured based on specific customer orders.

Manufacturing Procurement 263

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Material Savings Inventory Reduction 263

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

As I picked it up , I saw a twitter alert welcoming people to the APICS webinar with @lcecere on Agility that afternoon. As we went live with the webinar, I laughed. In this blog post, I publically answer the questions from the webinar. I had gotten to bed late. It was 6:00 AM. This was before my wake-up call. Defining Agility.

Supply Chain Design Software 231

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 231

ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

With the advent of true “single source of truth” inventory visibility , a digital twin is a more feasible goal than ever before. In short, they help users make better decisions, much faster, resulting in improved financial performance, inventory efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Get the insights you need.

Real-time Visibility 295

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning 295

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Our recent webinar offered a glimpse of our findings and shared 3 specific areas teams can work on to keep their supply chain out of firefighting mode. Namely, manufacturing, food, and healthcare. We put together a survey with our partners at Districon to better understand these challenges and offer ideas for improvement.

Modeling 311

Modeling Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software S&OP 311

Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Unlike the early days of Ford however, automobile manufacturers now operate their businesses on a global scale, from incumbent to startup. And it all starts with the supply chain, and the daunting need to transform, minimize inventory and maximize cash flow to drive profitability.

Supply Chain Planning Software 141

Supply Chain Planning Software Automotive Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand 141

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 22, 2015

I was moving from a position where I led a manufacturing operation to being a part of a team to design supply chain software to improve planning decisions. I was moving from the world of manufacturing to a new world of software. The technology world moves at a quicker pace than the world of manufacturing and distribution.

Inventory Reduction 150

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Supply Chain Planning Software 150

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

IDC Supply Chain FutureScape Webinar. Stephanie Krishnan , Associate Vice President, IDC Manufacturing & Energy Insights Asia/Pacific. Sampath Kumar Venkataswamy , Senior Research Manager, IDC Manufacturing Insights. The predictions by IDC Manufacturing Insights focus on three prominent trends. About the Author.

Predictive Analytics Software 245

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling 245

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

Over the last six years, we studied the connection between business results (growth, operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)) and the link to company characteristics. In our monthly webinar last Wednesday, I presented these results. What did we find? Reward teams for cross-functional metrics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 329

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 329

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 5, 2013

Manufacturing is designed and planned in isolation. Integration with manufacturing systems to understand actual run times and Operating Efficiency (OEE). Monthly design of the supply chain including form and function of inventory and inventory placement. Focus on the level of inventory. Manufacturing.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 224

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. When a manufacturer’s product normally moves through the supply chain network, it is to reach the distributor or customer. Download the Webinar Replay. Read the Full Post. Read the Full Post. Read the Full Post.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 243

Logistics Network Optimization Software Reverse Logistics Manufacturing Procurement Logistics 243

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

A survey conducted earlier this year by IDC Manufacturing Insights across Asia Pacific manufacturers found that organisations are currently focusing ESG efforts related to environmental sustainability on the following (1) : Energy efficiency requirements of products and operations. Sustainable Transformation Requires Digitalisation.

Resource Reduction 243

Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Resources Sustainability 243

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2017

Manufacturing is changing. Our 2016 Manufacturing Report revealed an industry in the state of change, preparing for the next revolution. The Manufacturing Picture Became a Reality For Students Across the Country. We spoke about how manufacturing is becoming more clean, complex and based on new technologies.

Manufacturing 0

Manufacturing Report Trends Predictive Analytics Software 0

GlobalTranz

MAY 2, 2017

Manufacturers have always struggled to obtain the most accurate inventory levels possible. A need for real-time inventory management has arisen, but until now, we didn't have a way to make it a reality. Let’s take a closer look at why such systems have the power to radically change standard inventory management operations.

Inventory Management Software 120

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Procurement Analytics 120

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Management practices such as lean manufacturing and just-in-time inventory management, along with globalization, have made tremendous impact on cost and service, but have accentuated risk. Metrics such as lead-times, forecast accuracy, inventory levels, and service are used to measure operational risks. are most exposed to risk?

Supply Chain Design Software 293

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 293

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Spinnaker Management Group asked me to co-present on a demand-driven webinar with SanDisk. Instead, in the SanDisk journey , they adjusted the speed of response to their customer segments, and actively designing inventory postponement strategies. The company is the third-largest manufacturer of flash memory in the world.

Inventory Reduction 150

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 150

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 6, 2013

More advanced supply chain leaders model the role of complexity (product and customer), the impact of risk, and opportunity of innovation as well as product shipping and manufacturing locations, and inventory policies. The executive focus should be on the output of strategic planning into the tactical process of S&OP.

Supply Chain Planning Software 283

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 283

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Proudly, I had led my division to have the lowest manufacturing costs with the highest Return on Assets. I believed that we would find a company with the lowest distribution costs (warehousing and transportation), and the lowest manufacturing costs, and this would result in the best overall cost structure. I was wrong.

Manufacturing Procurement 287

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Benchmarking Supply Chain Design Software 287

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Last week, at Supply Chain Insights , as part of our monthly webinar series, I hosted a panel discussion on the current state of the healthcare value network. Hosting this webinar series is one of the favorite parts of my job as the Founder of Supply Chain Insights. It is rising inventory levels. Current State: Costs are rising.

Pharmaceutical 170

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Network Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Procurement Analytics 170

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

On the 2nd of April, I sat before a board discussing how a company could exceed expectations in the delivery of Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and superior operating margins and fail at the delivery of customer service and inventory. An Orbit Chart of Customer Service (Case Fill) Versus Inventory Turns.

Supply Chain Design Software 280

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 280

DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 6, 2021

Pull system of Inventory Control The pull inventory control system begins with a customer’s order. One advantage to the system is that there will be no excess of inventory that needs to be stored, thus reducing inventory levels and the cost of carrying and storing goods. Watch the webinar. Ergonomics.

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AIMMS

JULY 19, 2017

The list includes the best of our blog and news items, our latest webinars and most recent case studies. Looking for a software provider for Business Analytics, S&OP, Inventory Optimization, Production Planning & Scheduling or SC Network Design? It’s the perfect companion for an inspiring holiday break! .

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

Continuous improvement is part of the game in manufacturing. Among the new trends in manufacturing improving the industry, additive manufacturing and cloud-based systems will push manufacturing forward in 2017. Let’s take a closer look at final five trends in manufacturing to watch for in 2017.

Supply Chain Design Software 120

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

Due to travel restrictions, I cannot attend many industry events, so I observe from home, watching webinars and remote broadcasts. 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.

Gartner 379

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning 379

QAD

MAY 12, 2020

Automotive suppliers, especially Tier 2 and Tier 3 manufacturers may find their normal plant restart routines inadequate when attempting to ensure fulfillment of product quality and delivery requirements for their customers. Restarting manufacturing operations. Operational Restart Readiness. Recovering operational stability.

Automotive 145

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 145

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Many manufacturers struggle to optimize warehouse productivity and attract skilled employees. During Covid-related supply chain disruptions, many manufacturers ran out of warehouse space and began stashing inventory wherever there was room. Yet many manufacturers regard replacing them as an unnecessary expense.

Manufacturing Procurement 116

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Waste Reduction 116

GlobalTranz

JUNE 1, 2015

Customer expectations of reliable quality and rapid delivery forces today’s manufacturers to either shorten cycle times or lose business. There are multiple good models for lean manufacturing operations. Who Needs Lean Manufacturing? Inventory records, product specs, shipping documents contain errors.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 120

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 22, 2013

The research tries to establish “ who did supply chain best ” by looking at a weighted formula of Year-over-Year Growth, Return on Assets (ROA), and Inventory Turns for the Fortune 500 companies. Inventory Turns values are based on an average of quarterly reporting for the past year. Inventory Turns is only part of the story.

Gartner 257

Gartner Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Chemicals 257

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 19, 2014

Instead, what I observed when I looked at the data, was that most companies that I had worked with (in my role as an industry analyst, I had worked with over 300) were going backwards on margin and inventory turns. Resiliency is the pattern at the intersection of operating margin and inventory turns. “Ugh,” I said.

Gartner 323

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

The flowering of e-commerce—while welcomed by most manufacturers and distributors/retailers—has introduced far more risk and complexity for logistics managers. Download the Background & Considerations for Manufacturers & Distributors to Set up an E-Commerce Logistics Practice E-Book! “Any

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Predictive Analytics Software 120

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2015

What is Mobility as it Applies to Manufacturing and Other Businesses? However, we are not referencing this kind of mobility when we are talking about mobility in manufacturing and logistics. The Rise of Enterprise Mobility in Manufacturing for Process Enablement. But, what does mobility exactly mean? mōˈbilədē/. noun: mobility.

Manufacturing 120

Manufacturing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software 120

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Today we will talk about the flow of strategy as pertains to inventory flow and driving warehouse efficiency. Staying Strategic in the Warehouse with Better Inventory Flow. Throughout the entire order fulfillment process, companies have a duty to ensure optimum warehouse efficiency by appropriately controlling inventory flow.

Inventory Reduction 120

Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 120

RFgen

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Managing inventory effectively is a constant challenge for businesses. Misunderstandings about the dynamics of inventory fluctuations, like the bullwhip effect, can exacerbate these challenges. Often, whats perceived as the bullwhip effect is actually a related but distinct phenomenon: the inventory accelerator.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies 52

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

How often do you hear the term, “productivity in manufacturing?” Today we will talk about how supply chain mobility will aid in this pursuit, but first let's take a look at what it means to manufacturers. Each of these definitions applies to a manufacturer’s ability to produce a surplus of a product.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

The advancements in 3D printing and 'Additive Manufacturing,' coupled with supply chain efficiencies, could make distributed manufacturing a reality, ushering in the era of smart manufacturing. The Continual Coverage and Now Reality of Smart Manufacturing with 3D Printing.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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