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Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 1, 2014
Over the course of the last two decades, we have seen two evolutions of Supply Chain Planning (SCP) software. CRM and SRM functionality did not fit the needs for manufacturing-based companies (CRM was too lightweight. My goal is to enable you to be more equipped to purchase and select new forms of software for the third act.
Supply Chain Shaman
APRIL 27, 2022
At each company, there is a relationship between the metrics of growth, margin, inventory, customer service, and asset strategy. For the purpose of this article, I will use Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) as the proxy metric to discuss asset utilization.) Understanding this relationship requires modeling. (A
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Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 11, 2020
While the supply chain technology market lost its allure at the start of the last decade, it is now cool again. Globally ten percent of jobs are in manufacturing, while 37% are associated with supply chain management. The discipline, first defined in 1982, includes source, make, deliver, and planning functions. Reflection.
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 16, 2014
Despite two decades of advancement in supply chain technologies, companies are struggling to gain balance at the intersection of operating margin, inventory turns and case fulfillment. My goal is to understand the impact of technologies and processes. Today, we have a number of burning platforms. It is easier said than done.
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 23, 2020
I write for this blog, craft reports from research for our newsletters, create blogs for Linkedin, and build articles for Forbes. If the industry were grounded in truth in advertising repercussions, there would be far fewer signs in the airports from consultants and technology providers.). Shifts in Technology. Stay tuned.
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
I know that your primary focus is procurement. However, few measure it, and no technology is available to drive a learning engine to minimize the bullwhip impact. Or planned orders to purchase orders?) I observed companies use the beer game as an educational tool or a social networking activity. Go to the source.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 1, 2023
That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. They are more likely to shop for discounts and sales and may delay purchases of some items.
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