Battle of the S&OP Methods
This blog discusses the pros and cons of the three most common S&OP methods: top-down, bottom-up and countercurrent planning.
A Journey Through Safety Stocks, Part 1
Inventory planners have a difficult task balancing customer demand with inventory levels. This blog is the first in a series discussing safety stock.
Is It Time to Renovate Your Supply Chain Planning Software?
Are you a supply chain planning firefighter? Learn more about the value of keeping your technology current and the dangers of relying on an outdated system.
What Does Your Pantry Have in Common with Inventory Management?
Unlike a fine wine, inventory does not get better with age. Learn more about the importance of balancing inventory levels with related costs.
Where Are You Investing in 2023?
Investments typically fall into the familiar categories of people, process, and technology. So, what does this prioritization mean?
How to Mitigate the Bullwhip Effect in Today’s Market
One flick of the wrist triggers a wave of disruption that grows the deeper it penetrates the supply chain. This blog explains the bullwhip effect, how the pandemic exacerbated it and tips on how to mitigate the effect.
Managing the Complex Network is Key to Profitable Growth
Dr. Ken Fordyce shares his takeaways from Gartner's free webinar on the performance lenses that supply chain leaders must apply and balance.
Lessons Learned from a Complex Transformation Project
Common language, silos, process vs progress and utility vs value are important considerations when undertaking a complex project.
3 Must-have Inventory Planning Software Features
Every supply chain planner’s goal is to provide the highest degree of customer service while reducing inventory in the supply chain network. High customer service translates to more business for the organization, and low inventory costs mean increased working capital. Supply chain planners may struggle to balance both, but good inventory planning software would help
How to Have a Serious Conversation About Inventory
Whether you are a manufacturer, retailer or distributor, inventory is likely one of your largest assets – after cash of course. Managing this asset takes a cross-functional team, all (hopefully) moving in the same direction. Weak management of the inventory process results in a porous supply chain.