Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Professionals in supply chain management use various methods to identify best practices to improve the operations. In order to accelerate the learning, this article has gathered 20+ most sought-after supply chain case studies, analyzed/categorized them by industry and the findings are presented.

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Logility

APRIL 2, 2020

Supplier scorecards are globally accepted as a key tool for managing a more profitable supply chain. A good scorecard helps identify which vendors deliver the best value, explains the drivers of performance, and is a preferred collaboration tool for improving supplier relationships. Strengthening a negotiating position.

Negotiating Skills 157

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Purchasing Skills 157

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 23, 2015

We continue our series on understanding the 3PL KPIs (Key performance indicators) from 3PL consultant, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain as it relates to the engagement with a 3PL. We began our series first writing about the 9 key broad and somewhat soft topics to understand in effective KPI Management.

KPI 120

KPI 3PL Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction 120

Silvon Software

APRIL 19, 2022

Procurement is one core process area being focused to better manage today’s fluctuating change, with key performance metrics leading the way to assessing and managing procurement performance. The Basics of Procurement KPIs. Every KPI needs a clearly defined goal. Supplier KPIs.

Optimal Sourcing 124

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Negotiate Pricing 124

Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

Whether you’re planning to benchmark your supply chain or simply trying to improve how you measure its performance, it makes sense to know a little about the most commonly used KPIs for each supply chain component. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using. Emergency Purchase Rate.

Procurement Analytics 98

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement 98

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. We started the series first by " 9 Key Topics to Understand to Frame A Shipper’s Mind for Effective KPI Management with a 3PL."

Case Study 120

Case Study KPI Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 120

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why Procurement Transformation Can Fail! The duties of procurement managers are diverse, ranging from creating solicitations to collaborating with vendors. The importance of digital procurement is increasing rapidly. But there is the reality of automation in Procurement.

Optimal Sourcing 19

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 19

Arena Solutions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

A recent Gartner study revealed that 73% of companies that bought an enterprise system regretted their purchase 1. This buyer’s remorse could have been avoided with more extensive technology and vendor evaluations. Software vendor reference checks can reveal how well the solution lives up to the vision marketed and sold.

Vendor Strategies 111

Vendor Strategies Modeling Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 111

Precoro

AUGUST 26, 2021

Purchasing? Or procurement? Although quite similar, procurement and purchasing are two distinctive processes , and understanding the difference between them can help facilitate your organization’s success. Scroll down to find: Procurement and purchasing: side-by-side comparison table ; Procurement and purchasing defined.

Pricing Training 91

Pricing Training Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Purchasing Training 91

Unleashed

MARCH 9, 2021

What is procurement? In simple terms business procurement is the process of locating and acquiring goods and services from external sources for the business to use. Procurement activities include planning, sourcing, and negotiation, along with risk management, legal and value analysis. Procurement in 2021 and beyond.

Procurement Analytics 104

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Material Savings 104

SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2022

eAuctions are online real-time dynamic discussions between one purchasing organization and a group of pre-qualified vendors competing for the purchaser’s trade. Throughout a genuine and collaborative cooperation with business vendors, they produce innovative approaches to current procurement difficulties.

Vendor Strategies 140

Vendor Strategies Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Purchasing Skills 140

GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

The average Supply Chain management professional measures their Supply Chain by reviewing cost reduction. Is cost reduction all that there is in measuring Supply Chain performance? 3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. Isn’t time important?

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Performance Metrics Supply Chain Software 120

SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

If you’re in the business world, you’re probably always looking for ways to streamline your supply chain operations. Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 111

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 21, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Product Management KPIs! Supply Chain KPIs article and permission to publish here provided by Harkirat Ahluwalia. KPI’s are not solely limited to supply chain, but are used in various different fields to measure how well a company is meeting its objectives.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement 98

Precoro

JULY 16, 2023

The purchasing department plays a critical role in the success of an organization. Thought-out practices and well-managed workflows within the purchasing department are crucial for making sure that the company has the necessary resources available at the right time and at a reasonable cost.

Pricing Training 72

Pricing Training Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics Purchasing Training 72

Logility

APRIL 10, 2017

Supply chain professionals are asked on a daily basis for what can seem like miracles: improve customer service and reduce costs, do more with less. Look at the process enabling tools. Look at the process enabling tools. Specifically, what does your supply chain team use to manage supply chain planning?

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 100

Invata Intralogistics

MAY 6, 2022

Thinking about transitioning to emerging technology, but unsure about how and where to begin the process of incorporating robotics into your operation? This seminar will walk you through the process some of the world’s leading companies have used for incorporating automation into their fulfillment and returns operations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Analytics Software 98

SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2022

In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. and J-P Rodrigue (2004)).

Supply Chain Planning Software 136

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2023

The impact of supply chain planning on sustainability According to Wikipedia, “sustainability is a societal goal that relates to the ability of people to safely co-exist on Earth over a long time.” The emissions that are generated to produce or transport, can be greatly influenced by the way supply chains are planned.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Sustainability 156

GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

Then, the team assigns responsibility for the action required to reach the desired solution. When Lean culture takes hold, the teams are self-managed, managers are no longer reactionary, and they become strategic, proactive thinkers providing sustainable solutions. Practices and learns how to apply Lean tools. that has no end.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Lean Sustainability 120

ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

AI in the supply chain is here to stay and make waves in the years to come. According to Gartner, supply chain organizations expect the level of machine automation in their supply chain processes to double in the next five years. AI in Supply Chains – The Business Advantages.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 98

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Measuring yearly transactions across all stores in a country would have low granularity, as you would know very little about when and where customers make those purchases. To automate store replenishment, however, you’d need much more granular data. This is a common problem in many traditional supply chain forecasting systems.

Purchasing Skills 156

Purchasing Skills Data Optimal Sourcing Modeling 156

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? Let’s dive into the findings of our research.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Management Software 52

Silvon Software

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In this 3-minute post, we examine some key business objectives and cascading KPIs that can be used to analyze performance to the objectives. While many of the KPI examples focus on performance management for manufacturing and distribution businesses, they also apply to numerous other industries with similar operational structures.

Procurement Analytics 105

Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction 105

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The Supply Chain Manager’s Multi-function Display. By now, you are probably wondering what airliners have to do with supply chain KPIs. You see, the set of primary data needed to keep an airliner aloft is (apparently) relatively simple—and the same is true of running a supply chain organisation.

Supply Chain Design Software 85

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software KPI 85

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

SCMDOJO Academy elevates your procurement and supply chain skills through its extensive course library. Mastering Procurement – Essentials Skills and Competencies Mastering Procurement by Maryna Trepova is the ultimate Procurement and Purchase Management course for Engineers, Entrepreneurs, Managers, and Students.

Optimal Sourcing 88

Optimal Sourcing Course Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 88

QAD

APRIL 2, 2020

QAD is pleased to announce the availability of QAD Adaptive ERP 2020, the latest version of QAD’s flagship next generation ERP solution that includes the Adaptive User Experience (UX) and the QAD Enterprise Platform. We are also excited to unveil updates to many other areas in the QAD Adaptive Applications solution portfolio.

Manufacturing Procurement 145

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Unleashed

JULY 2, 2024

Efficient purchasing is conducive to healthy cash flow. The more effective your purchasing processes, the more profitable your business becomes. In this guide we explore the process of purchase order management, its role in a wider supply chain management strategy , and the best practices for optimised purchasing workflows.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills Pricing Training 52

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Warehouse logistics is the heart of any supply chain operation, assimilating and dispatching goods to ensure availability and timely delivery. With more consumers turning to e-commerce, it’s important for businesses of all sizes to bolster the supply chain to handle the e-commerce business model. Where are they located?

Warehousing 98

Warehousing Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

JULY 21, 2020

The blender and the oven comprise a collection of tools that includes exchangeable tips and settings that can be used for different cooking endeavors. The difference between a Platform and a collection of Tools is the great recipe book and the right oven settings in our cookie analogy. The platform includes a set of tools, indeed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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EazyStock

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

ERP systems typically allow companies to undertake tasks such as purchasing, production planning, service delivery and customer management – all from one single platform. When it comes to inventory management, ERP systems are ideal for tracking stock along the supply chain, monitoring stock levels and order processing.

Inventory Management Software 98

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Forecasting Software 98

DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 14, 2017

Our market research indicates that nearly 50% of business leaders consider their planning processes and supporting technology unable to handle today’s demands. Any job that is reasonably predictable is at risk of disappearing as it is a consideration for full automation. What’s the solution to surviving industry 4.0

Modeling 159

Modeling Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 159

Silvon Software

APRIL 29, 2022

Key performance indicators (or KPIs) help to facilitate these requirements and drive higher inventory optimization outcomes as a result for manufacturers, distributors and other supply chain-centric businesses. The Basics of Inventory Management KPIs. Every inventory KPI needs a clearly defined goal.

Optimal Sourcing 119

Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Procurement Analytics Price Mitigation Strategies 119

RFgen

MARCH 27, 2024

To manage inventory efficiently requires technology. However, efficiency and optimization only come from advanced inventory control software. These inventory solutions help businesses simplify and automate complex supply chain processes more effectively than ever before.

Inventory Reduction 80

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 80

ShipBob

JANUARY 28, 2022

You can easily track these KPIs in an inventory management system (IMS) or enterprise resource planner (ERP). With the right technology solutions and processes, your internal team can quickly identify which initiatives will improve supply chain efficiency by reducing time and costs. . Inventory days on hand .

Inventory Management Software 98

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Inventory 98

synchrono

JUNE 19, 2017

Jessica Twentyman reported in the Financial Times , that for many manufacturers, supply chain collaboration is stuck in the dark ages. Supply Chain Market reported the closest any manufacturer can get to the magic bullet of efficiency (collaboration) is through greater supply chain visibility.

Real-time Visibility 83

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RFgen

AUGUST 5, 2020

Welcome to RFgen’s deep dive on mobile barcoding technology, a form of advanced mobile data collection. To overcome these challenges, inventory-heavy businesses are introducing barcode automation into their operation. Mobile barcoding for ERP is the modern standard for supply chain operations.

Supply Chain Design Software 86

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