Inventory Planning/ Optimization

Case Study

A Model for Improving Home Healthcare Supply Chains in Ontario

November 12, 2019

The megatrend in healthcare today is a focus on home care, bypassing the hospital and clinic. So it only makes sense that a Canadian health network would be looking to transform its supply chain toward that end.

How a Digital Twin Leads to Better Supply Chain Decisions in a Risk-Riddled World

November 4, 2019

Logility

You face a growing number of risks in your supply chain every day.

The Intelligent Enterprise for High Tech Industry

November 1, 2019

SAP

Tech manufacturers have led a shift in the relationship between business and society. It has been a driver of progress while raising questions about some outcomes. High tech businesses can plan for the future by deploying intelligent ERP that builds trust and accelerates business and societal growth.

U.K. Businesses’ Brexit Frustration Mounting With the Costs

October 22, 2019

Bloomberg

While most business leaders want to avoid a no-deal departure, continued uncertainty is not much better. With the cliff edge looming, and the prospect of another one in three months if the EU grants Parliament’s request for a further delay, collateral damage is mounting.

iTradeNetwork Launches New Logistics Module for the Perishables Freight Industry

October 9, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

iTradeNetwork, a global provider of supply chain management solutions for the food and beverage industry, recently announced the launch of iTradeFreight—a new logistics module to modernize the freight industry for perishables.

Medical Cannabis Exporter Sees a Window Before Market Floods

October 1, 2019

Bloomberg

Medical cannabis producers have a five-year window to reap high prices for their products before supply floods the market.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | How to Prepare for Supply-Chain Surprises

September 27, 2019

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

LeBron James nearly sank Nike’s supply chain.

Zebra Technologies Introduces New Solutions for Retail

September 20, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Zebra Technologies Corporation, a leading solutions provider, recently announced new easy-to-deploy, cost-effective inventory management solutions to streamline retailers’ operations from front-of-store to the warehouse.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | Inventory Is ‘Evil’? Not So Fast

September 13, 2019

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It was Apple CEO Tim Cook who called inventory “fundamentally evil.” But a lot of manufacturers and retailers don’t seem to agree with him.

Get Rhythm: The Operating Cadence of Integrated Business Planning

September 12, 2019

Oliver Wight

Does your IBP process have rhythm or arrhythmia?

Eric Deutsch and Timm Reiher answer questions they are frequently asked about the schedule and cadence of Integrated Business Planning (IBP).

The topics covered include:

The typical review meeting schedule
The pre-tasks required to ensure effective reviews
Is it okay to skip reviews
What happens when reviews are combined
The disadvantages of conducting IBP quarterly instead of monthly

After reading this white paper, you will be able to assess the rhythm of your IBP process and whether improvements are needed.

If your company is just starting to operate IBP, you will know the cadence pitfalls to avoid in designing the IBP process.

Inventory Planning/ Optimization

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding inventory planning and optimization and its impact on supply chain management. New technologies in inventory planning and optimization are transforming the way companies operate - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using inventory planning solutions for supply chain optimization.