The Value of Thinking about the Future instead of the Past
Talk with your employees about the future. After all, how will they be able to build the right skills if they have no idea what is needed in the future?
The SIOP Conveyor Belt Analogy
In the last few years, I have helped several clients design and implement SIOP.
Can SIOP Replace Budgeting?
SIOP, also known as S&OP, can do the heavy lifting of the budgeting process by filling in the blanks on operations and inventory line items. SIOP, also known as S&OP, can do the heavy lifting of the budgeting process by filling in the blanks on operations and inventory line [...]
SIOP/ Integrated Business Planning
Manufacturing and distributing product to meet customer demand can be like a puzzle unless you start using SIOP as a core process to run your business. SIOP (sales, inventory, & operations planning) taken to the best practice degree is often associated with integrated business planning. In some circles, [...]
The Value of SIOP
SIOP is not something that you'd implement in a week; however, the basis of SIOP is culture change.
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?
The Value of Simplification and Business Results
I find that the vast majority of my clients get hung up in finding the "perfect solution", in analyzing "one more" set of data and the like.
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.
A Planning Mindset
Have you heard of the PDCA model (Plan, Do, Check, Act)?
Do You Need Systems to Have a Successful SIOP Rollout?
Implementing a successful SIOP rollout can be achieved without complex systems by focusing on demand, supply, and executive alignment.