Inventory or Capacity?
Inventory has emerged as a hot topic lately. In today’s Amazon-impacted business environment, customers expect rapid, customized deliveries, the ability to change their mind anytime and easy interactions.
PR Newswire: Lisa Anderson to Share Inventory Accuracy Success Strategies at American Society of Quality GalleryPR Newswire: Lisa Anderson to Share Inventory Accuracy Success Strategies at American Society of Quality
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PR Newswire: Lisa Anderson to Share Inventory Accuracy Success Strategies at American Society of Quality
Lisa Anderson discusses the importance of inventory accuracy for manufacturers & distributors to optimize profit & customer satisfaction.
Inventory Accuracy Pitfalls
The most common inventory accuracy pitfalls stem from minor problems but will snowball into bigger headaches if the root causes aren’t caught and resolved.
Solid Inventory Practices Remain Timeless
Are you keeping close tabs on your inventory management practices? Improving just one aspect of your inventory can lead to improved service, margins and cash flow. Inventory management remains a timeless and vital topic for success. Every so often, we get away from talking about it on a consistent [...]
Why Planning is at the Crux of Success
May 25, 2016 I just had a brainstorming session with one of my key clients about the integrated planning process - in essence, how demand and supply match up to ensure customer service (which is #1 for every client in today's environment), growth, and improved margins and cash flow. [...]
Inventory As a People Topic
Empowering people to make the right decisions in your organization can be the key to getting the right results in a variety of business cases including inventory management.
Why We Should Pay Attention to Inventory
May 12, 2016 I presented on "Inventory Accuracy Remains Core to Success" at ASQ (American Society of Quality) Palomar tonight, and we had great questions and discussions on why inventory is important for success. In essence, it boils down to 3 C's - cost, cash and customer service. What [...]
Plan the Work; Work the Plan
Oftentimes we spend countless hours planning a project with details, responsibilities and timelines, only to forget to work the plan. Once a plan is done, refocus your energy to execution.
Which Planning Method is Best?
Use a combination approach to inventory management planning to promote growth, increase profits, free up cash flow and improve operational efficiency. I've incorporated three planning method options into a presentation on inventory management best practices. I've been receiving more and more requests for this topic as executives experience the [...]
Inventory Management Remains Core to Success
Inventory management may be a less exciting supply chain topic but it is the linchpin in a manufacturing or distribution business. No matter how many engaging conversations I have with clients, contacts and trade groups about emerging supply chain trends, the less exciting topic of inventory management often-times can [...]