ChatGPT and generative artificial intelligence have rapidly moved into the spotlight, sparking both excitement and concern across manufacturing and supply chain organizations. Leaders are asking a practical question: is this technology a game changer or a risk? While AI offers the potential to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and improve [...]
The best companies focus on production scheduling. Even though Production Schedulers aren't typically highly paid positions, the function will make or break your ability to serve customers, improve operational performance and accelerate cash flow. Thus, it should be a key priority if you want to achieve profitable growth.
There might not be a need. Since it is one of the largest expenses your company will undertake, and, more importantly, it will impact customer performance and profitability (positively or negatively), there is no reason to jump into the deep end of the pool before understanding the value to your growth and success.
At its simplest, labor scheduling is determining which people (and which skills) you should have at which sites at which work centers at what time (shift) to ensure the right products can be delivered to the right customer at the right time.
Sustainable manufacturing can reduce waste, energy use and costs while improving operational performance. Learn how manufacturers are leveraging process improvements, technology and innovation to advance sustainability and strengthen U.S. manufacturing.
In a business environment marked by inflation, rising interest rates, and economic uncertainty, inventory decisions have never carried more weight. The challenge is no longer simply managing inventory—it is right-sizing it to align with demand, service expectations, and financial goals.
Effective CRM processes help manufacturers and distributors stay aligned with changing customer needs. Learn how CRM can strengthen customer relationships, improve sales and operations alignment, support SIOP, and drive profitable growth.
Effective logistics planning aligns network strategy, inventory, replenishment, warehousing and transportation to improve customer service and control costs. Learn how manufacturers and distributors can build more resilient, scalable supply chain networks.
Sustainability requires looking beyond individual initiatives to understand the impact of the end-to-end supply chain. Manufacturers and supply chain organizations can reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, leverage technology, optimize logistics, and incorporate sustainability into SIOP to drive meaningful improvement.
During times of volatility including inflation and recession, forecasting future sales becomes even more vital than it is during regular business cycles. Emerging from the pandemic, the global markets have experienced rising costs and significant demand. In the U.S. [...]
