Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2024

Across the globe, manufacturing businesses are navigating economic uncertainties with increasing sophistication. Insights gleaned from robust data analytics enable core business areas to identify opportunities for risk reduction, enhance operational efficiencies, and foster strategic initiatives that drive business growth.

Manufacturing Procurement 59

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Predictive Analytics 59

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

While prior risk management disruptions occurred and quickly established a new normal, in the COVID-19 pandemic, the only normal is constant change. Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. Watermelon Metrics Don’t Drive The Right Results. What are functional metrics?

Supply Chain Planning Software 288

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics 288

Kinaxis

AUGUST 29, 2014

Supply Chain Insights recently published a Metrics That Matter report covering both the Semiconductor and Hard Disk Drive (HDD) industries. Semiconductor is poised to consolidate, which will have huge impact on the metrics. – as information moves down the supply chain to the manufacturer. by CJ Wehlage. Growing Complexity.

Metrics 171

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 10, 2015

Over the past two years, I’ve written extensively about the growing importance of supply chain risk management and supply chain mapping. See for example: Rethinking Supply Chain Risk Management. Doing Nothing on Supply Chain Risk Management. Many Companies Falling Short on Supply Chain Risk Management.

Supply Chain Risk Management 100

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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. These activities involve numerous stakeholders, such as suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

Optimal Sourcing 244

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

For instance, a growing number of cell phone manufacturers have established procedures in place for consumers who wish to return an older model and ensure that the device is refurbished or recycled rather than dumped into the local landfill. Importance of Metrics in Reverse Logistics Management. How much value is recaptured?

Reverse Logistics 120

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 3, 2022

These strategic executive hires support rapid company growth, better collaboration, goal clarity, and ongoing improvement in key business metrics while keeping ToolsGroup’s expanding team agile and highly coordinated: Jon Purdy is the new Chief Financial Officer. As the CFO, Jon is responsible for financial operations and risk management.

ToolsGroup 156

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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.

Supply Chain Design Software 262

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Silvon Software

APRIL 11, 2024

Informing Risk Management and Decision Making Expansion brings with it an inherent increase in risk, making the ability to predict and mitigate these risks a valuable asset. This informed approach to risk management supports sustainable growth and stability.

Predictive Analytics 104

Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Analytics Sourcing Strategies 104

ToolsGroup

MAY 15, 2024

Mitigating Risks Risk management is a top priority for businesses seeking to safeguard their operations and maintain continuity. Traditional planning methods often struggle to address the complexities of risk in supply chain management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 177

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 177

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Traditional risk management policy assumes a contraction in growth: the conventional focus is the shutdown and reallocation of supply. Companies that viewed the pandemic as another risk management event will struggle the most with Q1 and Q2 earnings reports. Manufacturing equipment lead times were 19 months.

Procurement Analytics 221

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2022

I can recall a case study when I was in business school where a profitable, fast-growing manufacturer nonetheless went out of business. The Rule of 40 was popularized by venture capitalists in recent years as a key performance metric for SaaS firms. on this metric. The problem? Their cash flow did not keep pace with their sales.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 247

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Traditional risk management policy assumes a contraction in growth: the conventional focus is the shutdown and reallocation of supply. Companies that viewed the pandemic as another risk management event will struggle the most with Q1 and Q2 earnings reports. Manufacturing equipment lead times were 19 months.

Procurement Analytics 195

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 195

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

In manufacturing, IoT sensors ensure that each step of the process is tracked, ensuring that all materials meet required quality standards. Another challenge is device compatibility—different manufacturers produce IoT devices with varying standards, making it difficult to ensure frictionless communication between systems.

Internet of things 258

Internet of things Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 258

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2022

The Port of Shenzhen –a central manufacturing and export hub including the Yantian terminal that handles 25% of all U.S.-bound Still, the manufacturing plants and distribution centers are closed. Taiwan manufacturers 60% of global semiconductors. Semiconductor manufacturing consumes 10% of the island’s water supply.

Modeling 284

Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 284

Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 12, 2023

If you’re a product developer, manufacturer, or part of an engineering team, you know the excitement, challenge, and profitability that come from transforming an idea into an actual product. Quality management also plays a crucial role in product development. If you have a QMS solution in place, you have an advantage.

Quality 111

Quality Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 111

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

I settled on a title on helping the supply chain planner to be more successful in completing work during this cycle of risk management, but the advice is designed to make organizations more successful with planning over the long-run. We are living in the middle of a risk management supply chain case study.

Supply Chain Design Software 312

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

Procurement and Supply Chain Management are essential functions that can help companies navigate these challenges, but they are often siloed and operate in separate departments. Their metrics are often misaligned as well – supply chain focuses on service and procurement focuses on the cost of acquiring materials and services.

Optimal Sourcing 218

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings 218

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

A direct material is a raw material, component, or assembly used directly in the manufacturing process. The procurement applications that reside in an ERP and business spend management solutions do very similar things. In contrast, a part used in the production process may be custom made for that manufacturer.

Supply Chain Network Software 250

Supply Chain Network Software Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing 250

SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

This might involve optimizing inventory levels, negotiating better deals with suppliers, or implementing just-in-time manufacturing techniques. Risk Management The department can proactively identify and address potential risks in the supply chain, such as material shortages, natural disasters, or political instability.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Material Savings 98

Arena Solutions

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed problems with global manufacturing and supply chains. Shortages in semiconductor chips, steel, and other critical materials have created major delays in getting products to consumers and manufacturing suppliers. Supply Chain Challenges. Tier 2, Tier 3, etc.).

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 98

Exiger Perspectives

MARCH 30, 2023

Issues with Many SCRM Programs Supply chain management and supply chain risk management (SCRM) have become a greater priority for businesses and government organizations in the last five years, according to Gartner. This framework further simplifies the SCRM process and recognizes the complexity of effective risk management.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

In a recent Federation of European Risk Management Associations (FERMA) survey with McKinsey , business operations and supply chain emerged as weak points in the areas of risk and resilience. Do you know where the manufacturing facilities of your suppliers (and their suppliers) are physically located?

Supply Chain Planning Software 269

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Innovation 269

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 2, 2022

Risk management. Risk management was not an issue that most procurement managers considered in the past. In an environment of volatility and uncertainty, risk analysis is becoming part of the procurement process. Supplier relationship management. The future of procurement in the enterprise.

Optimal Sourcing 116

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 116

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Yet, only 20% of companies actively manage supplier development programs to get cash to suppliers in need. Cash-to-Cash Metrics. Management of the cash-to-cash cycle is critical to maintaining working capital. Cash-to-cash is a compound metric: (Days of Receivables+Days of Inventory)-Days of Payables=Cash Conversion Cycle.

Optimal Sourcing 237

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 237

Supply Chain Opz

JULY 7, 2013

Do you feel supply chain risk management is too complicated to implement? There are so many sophisticated methods to analyze supply chain risks. However, the logic Cisco uses to manage the disruption is very robust and details are summarized into the infographic below, Note: metrics data is for illustrative purpose.

Supply Chain Disruption 170

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QAD

JUNE 22, 2023

No manufacturer ever wants to deliver a product that’s anything less than exceptional. That’s simply the nature of modern manufacturing. They also have large manufacturing bases with multiple facilities, each of which may be using different technologies and moving toward digital transformation at varying rates. journey. “One

Quality 98

Quality Groups Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 98

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 5, 2013

Manufacturing is designed and planned in isolation. Recognition of constraints and the management of floating bottlenecks. Management and planning of the entire network against a value network strategy. Integration of corporate social responsibility metrics in planning. Manufacturing. Tactical Supply. Procurement.

Supply Chain Planning Software 223

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 2, 2024

“To address these issues manufacturers are looking to continue to digitize their supply chains.” ” The survey found, “76% of manufacturers are adopting digital tools to gain enhanced transparency into their supply chain.” Norm Saenz , partner and managing director at St. those situated offshore).”

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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QAD

JUNE 8, 2023

Build Financial Resilience In a recent Solution Review article , QAD Head of Sustainability and Digital Manufacturing Michael Ochi answers that question in an executive-level guide to ESG, and explains how the right approach can improve your business. Some want to know: Are the benefits really worth the trouble?

Waste Reduction 98

Waste Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction Price Reduction 98

EcoVadis

JANUARY 8, 2015

Now more than ever, risk management is a vital part of the procurement function, and hence the CPO’s responsibilities. What are the potential costs of failure for your company when it comes to supply chain risks? Conventional thinking about supply chains and supplier risk is outdated. Critical Driver.

Optimal Sourcing 40

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TMC

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

When Cisco saw news of wildfires in Colorado in 2012, it wasn’t concerned, because it had no manufacturing or suppliers in the area. Any alert system causes the company using it to face a classic response trade off between two types of detection-error risks. What the company missed, however, was that the fire affected its call centers.

Metrics 67

Metrics Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 67

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

49% of respondents were from the manufacturing industry, 16% from the mechanical engineering sector, and 11% from the automotive market. 95% of supply chain executives report having a formal supply-chain risk-management process following Covid-19. Raw Material Shortages Are Affecting a Challenged Supply Chain. Consultancy UK).

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

It started in manufacturing and spread, step by step, to improvements in the way the company runs its supply chain. This manufacturer already has business continuity plans in place. They built them between 2012 and 2014, and then enhanced them when better supply chain risk management solutions became available.

Supply Chain Transformation 216

Supply Chain Transformation Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning 216

Resilinc

APRIL 13, 2021

You may be part of an organization whose leaders understand that supply chain risk management (SCRM) is a strategic imperative, and your SCRM may already be mature and delivering a return on investment. 4) The supply chain organization’s operational review includes evaluation by the corporate risk team. EMBRACE AND DRIVE CHANGE.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 62

E2open

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The report covers data and metrics for e2open’s 2022 fiscal year (FY22), March 1, 2021, through February 28, 2022, unless otherwise noted. Climate considerations have also been added to the company’s ongoing risk management process as well as evaluation criteria for e2open offices and data centers.

Supply Chain Network Software 78

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Risk assessment will be focused agenda in Board Room : Risk assessment would be a primary agenda in most bord rooms where high-level guidance would be provided on expected outcomes. As the fabric suppliers require the longest lead times, ZARA approves designs & initiates manufacturing after it gets feedback from its stores.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

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