Often Overlooked Value of Production Planning
Developing and maintaining a working production plan is no easy feat, but the best planners make the job seem effortless.
Leverage Supply Chain Trends for Success
The ability to see supply chain trends and capitalize on them can set you apart from competitors, no matter the size of your company. As the year winds down, it seems an opportune time to discuss supply chain management trends. I find that those clients that pay attention [...]
Inventory Velocity
By implementing a SIOP process you’ll be in a better position to leverage your resources for a speedier inventory velocity. Inventory velocity not only accelerates cash flow but it also can contribute to margin improvement. How do we turn inventory faster and keep our money in motion vs. stagnating in the back of our warehouse?
SIOP Metrics: 5 Key Baseline Measurements
Of all the overlapping metrics available to executives the best ones enhance SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), also known as S&OP, and offer the most vital information for running a business.
Master Scheduling Strategies to Add Value
A master schedule is an integral part of your production plan and communications to your team to centralize focus.
The Amazon Effect: Critical Importance of Customer Service
Customer service is no longer just a department. A thriving business will pay full attention to all customer points of contact and ensure positive experiences.
A Planning Mindset
Have you heard of the PDCA model (Plan, Do, Check, Act)?
Become the Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain
Are you staying on top of the latest trends? What is your competition doing?
Amazon & US Postal Service Collaborate for Success
According to today's Wall Street Journal, Amazon and the US Postal Service are testing a new delivery service for groceries including meat, produce etc.
The Amazon Effect: Which Came First? Service or Product Offering?
Since Amazon impacts are prevalent in manufacturing and distribution businesses, my firm conducted a research study on these impacts and dug deeper into which we should pay attention to.