Master Scheduling & Production Planning Case Study: Gaining Visibility for Results
Although production and materials planning can be overlooked in its importance in most companies if going smoothly, it is cornerstone to success.
Although production and materials planning can be overlooked in its importance in most companies if going smoothly, it is cornerstone to success.
The world has never experienced a labor shortage quite like the one we are experiencing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment growth will average .3 over the next decade; however, labor participation will drop from 62.2% to 60.4%.
Automation is coming, whether or not we get on board. Most executives do not want to be the guinea pig for new technology as they cannot afford disruption and risk.
Production planning software is a manufacturing solution that helps you plan for and supervise essential workflows in the production process. Lisa Anderson gives her tips on what you should look for.
No client has enough high-skilled talent. In fact, it is the single largest issue facing executives. The skills gap is severe for high-skilled roles. Yet any company that wants to succeed is automating, digitizing, and utilizing advanced technologies such as robotics, additive manufacturing, and predictive analytics.
Cold food supply chains continue to face significant disruption as geopolitical risks, transportation challenges, labor shortages, and changing customer expectations reshape the industry. Building resilient supply chains, improving visibility, leveraging advanced technologies, and strengthening demand and supply planning are becoming essential for companies looking to maintain service levels and [...]
The White House has launched a cabinet-level supply chain council as the criticality of the topic rises to the top.
Simple metrics drive results. Whether a food and beverage manufacturer or an aerospace distributor, measuring the "right" metrics will focus attention on key issues and drive results.
Only companies that automate, digitize, and utilize modern ERP systems and advanced technologies will survive, let alone thrive during the next decade. There is no doubt that volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) have increased in importance since the pandemic, and even though progress has occurred, there is no end in sight.
Medtech companies’ focus on supply chain resiliency and mitigating supply chain risk has increased over the last few years as the pandemic triggered extended lead times, delays, and rising costs.