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Providers of Supply Chain Services Know Value of Innovation

February 11, 2014

Analyst Insight: Service providers are blending services across consulting, technology and outsourcing to deliver ongoing operational capabilities to supply chain organizations. Bundling multiple services for a client is not unusual or new. For at least the past five years, providers with multiple service lines have been presenting bundled services to clients. - Michael Dominy, Research Director, Gartner

Global Macrotrends That Will Shape Supply Chains of the Future

February 7, 2014

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Professor Thomas Goldsby of Ohio State discusses his study of global macrotrends and how they will impact supply chains of the future.

Forecasting: Science or Art?

February 6, 2014

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Good forecasting is a blend of both art and science, according to Thomas Schleicher, senior director of measurement science, at the National Consumer Panel. He discusses the scientific measurement aspects of forecasting as well as the art of collaborating across functions to make informed assumptions.

Don't Let People Be Your Weakest Supply Chain Link

February 6, 2014

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People are the supply chain's biggest asset, but human resource investments often come in a distant third to investments in technology and processes. Simphiwe Mbonambi, senior director of supply chain planning at Eskom, explains why it is critical for companies to ignite the hearts and passions of their employees.

What Unemployment Problem? The Supply Chain Job Market Is Wide Open

February 5, 2014

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In September 2013, SupplyChainBrain Managing Editor Bob Bowman published a blog post that addressed Bridging the Gap in Supply Chain Talent.

Integrated Demand Planning at VF Corp.

February 5, 2014

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An integrated setting for managing demand, supply and inventory involves working with people as much as with technology and information, says Todd Gallant of VF Corp. He explains how the Timberland division of VF is improving collaboration and communication among its associates up and down the supply chain.

How Good Labor Management Can Make You World-Class

February 5, 2014

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A new push by companies to become "world-class" has executives thinking about how labor-management programs can play a key role in the effort. Evan Danner, president of TZA, provides the details.

Strategies for 'Intelligent' Supply-Chain Execution

February 3, 2014

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Fab Brasca, vice president of global logistics with JDA Software Group, demonstrates how companies can get the best out of their warehouse and transportation systems. He also discusses the concept of "intelligent' transportation planning.

How IBM Drives Value with Supply-Chain Analytics

February 3, 2014

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IBM continues its journey toward creation of a truly global supply chain, through the use of embedded analytics to gain cross-process visibility. A finalist in the 2013 Supply Chain Innovation Award competition of CSCMP and SupplyChainBrain.

New Product Forecasting at Campbell Soup

January 31, 2014

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Campbell Soup is expert at understanding buying patterns and demand signals for its traditional category, but as it expands into new categories with different types of products the company is having to adapt its forecasting methods. Allyson Hatfield, senior demand planner, discusses these challenges.