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The State of the Retail Supply Chain

SCM Research

When we talk about supply chain management, we often intuitively take the perspective of the manufacturing industry. The results also highlight the need for retailers to focus on supply chain talent management, network growth, and resource optimization.”

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Colgate: A Closer Look at Supply Chain Excellence

Supply Chain Shaman

For example, we seldom outsource manufacturing. We take pride in our innovations in manufacturing. Today 95% of manufacturing is directly managed by the Colgate team and we have taken steps to vertically integrate some of the operations. When it comes to talent management, it is a “single threaded needle.”

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2024: Planning for Success Amid the Uncertainty

Logistics Viewpoints

Logistics and inventory management rounds out the top four focus areas at 82 percent. Other critical functions include order management, manufacturing, and product development. Remember that talent management matters. Put people first.

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ToolsGroup Supports Accelerated Growth With Addition of New Executives

ToolsGroup

In the Chief People Officer role, Joseph will set strategy and manage execution for such key elements as recruiting, onboarding, professional development, and talent management. About ToolsGroup.

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Supply Chain Matters Podcast Episode 17- Needs for More Diverse Supply Chain Talent from the Lens of Technology.

Supply Chain Matters

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the availability of the Supply Chain Matters Podcast Episode 17- Needs for More Diverse Supply Chain Talent from the Lens of Technology. There is a growing consensus that existing supply chain and talent management processes and technology need a rethink.

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5 Supply Chain Trends You Can’t Ignore (Takeaways from Accellos Conference)

Talking Logistics

For related commentary, see “ Rethinking Supply Chain Risk Management ” and “ Many Companies are Falling Short on Supply Chain Risk Management.”. Talent Becoming a Competitive Differentiator. Why must 3PLs — as well as manufacturers, retailers, and distributors — think more strategically about talent management?

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Challenges of global fast fashion supply chains (Part IV)

Supply Chain Movement

In this series on global fashion retail we have discussed about network design and inventory location in Chapter 1, stores replenishment in Chapter 2 and sourcing and manufacturing lead times in Chapter 3. Interviewees advocated the use of global cultural models to enable better talent management. 4) Talent development.