Navigating the Pitfalls of Expedited Shipping
In the dynamic supply chain management landscape, one of the most challenging aspects is dealing with the differences between our forecasts and reality.
A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 9
This blog continues the safety stock discussion between Kate and Jane as they evaluate historical sales and lead time data.
The State of Just-in-time Supply Chains
Prior to Covid-19, a lean, just-in-time global supply chain model was ideal. Fast-forward and you may be wondering - how did the JIT supply chain model fare?
Why Planning Forecasts Are Wrong and What You Can Do About It
Predicting the future is difficult, yet forecasting remains a critical tool for businesses to plan and prepare for what lies ahead.
A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 8
This blog continues the discussion between Kate and Jane as it relates to the unit of measure as the input demand.
5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Impacts the Supply Chain
The adoption of machine learning and artificial intelligence is on the rise, but not at the pace of other transformations. Here are a few reasons why.
What Stops Businesses from Adopting Planning Software?
Learn common factors that hold companies back from implementing supply chain planning software - according to ChatGPT and our experts.
A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 7
This blog continues the discussion with Kate and Jane and covers variance and cycle service level.
A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 6
This blog continues Jane and Kate's discussion on safety stocks through the lens of histograms.
Sales & Operations Planning vs Integrated Business Planning
Are you ready to move beyond S&OP to integrated business planning? This blog covers key considerations for implementing IBP.