Why Strategic Planning is an Oxymoron
Strategy implementation should consider how the organization will have to change and evolve to support the strategy.
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, [...]
What You Don’t See
Part of having an eagle eye is knowing what you don't see. I've found that being observant while walking around a manufacturing or distribution facility can yield many hidden gems.
Supply Chain Trends for Success
Keeping up with the latest supply chain trends can be invaluable for your career and your company success.
CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
The critical importance of customer service has emerged, and so having tools to aid with this process has become trendy - and helps to grow the business.
Your Customer Comes 1st
No matter what your company objectives, you must understand your customer.
The Value of SIOP
SIOP is not something that you'd implement in a week; however, the basis of SIOP is culture change.
Transaction Criticality
Few executives think much about transaction criticality.
Why is it So Hard to Focus on Priorities?
Why is it so challenging for executives to focus on priorities? It would seem simple; however it rarely is so.
Lisa Anderson’s Manufacturing Connector BlogTM Recognized as Top 100 Best Global Supply Chain Management Blogs
Lisa Anderson’s blog is recognized as one of the top global supply chain blogs, highlighting her influence in supply chain management.