Why Marketing Shouldn’t be Overlooked with SIOP
Integrating marketing in the SIOP process is crucial for aligning demand planning with business growth, customer engagement, and supply chain efficiency
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?
10 Ways to Stay Focused on the Critical Path
Maintaining focus on projects in the midst of business volatility is challenging, but preparing a road map with team strategies to concentrate on the critical path will ensure success.
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.
How to Get a Job in Manufacturing IT
Manufacturers are investing in technology and systems that help their efficiency or improve profitability.
APICS 2004: Cultivating Empowered & Engaged Employees
Technology matters, but people remain the foundation of manufacturing success. Lisa Anderson explains how strong leadership, employee empowerment, collaboration, and career development help manufacturers retain top talent, foster innovation, and achieve superior business performance.
Profit Drivers
The key to success isn't to think about profit but instead to think about profit drivers.
The Art of Prioritization
Prioritizing is a unique skill of eagle eye strategists.
Why Supply Chain Management Matters More Than Ever
In this Critical Mass Business Talk Radio interview, Lisa Anderson discusses supply chain collaboration, inventory optimization, customer service, and why supply chain management has become a critical driver of business growth and profitability.
The New Normal Business Environment
In today's new normal business environment which is characterized by volatility, lackluster sales, customers wanting “more for less – and NOW” and a talent shortage amidst high unemployment levels, companies are turning to the supply chain to deliver RESULTS.