This cutting-edge tool prompts supply chain professionals, operations executives and senior leaders to introspect and critically assess various facets of their supply chains that affect customer performance, with a focus on flexibility and efficiency.
Clients typically set goals; however, goals without an understanding of where you stand is non-value added. Although it is common to set goals and expect employees to achieve them, it is far less common for clients to understand how they will get from the current state to the desired future state.
Enterprise resource planning systems, CRMs and other tech such as RFID, barcoding, customer and supplier portals, blockchain, IoT, and GPS tracking all support this goal.
In the last month, we've participated in at least six economic forecast presentations or discussions with experts (economic, banking, investment, manufacturing). Although they each had nuances, common themes emerged. Adding our expertise into the mix, we see volatility on the horizon.
Disruptions have not stopped. China has been flying balloons over Taiwan. North Korea is threatening South Korea. Russia continues its war with Ukraine. Israel is at war with Hamas [...]
Talent is such a critical topic that we will keep our eyes and ears out for unique strategies and fresh ideas for success.
According to Polaris Market Research, the market size of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing is predicted to grow more than 41% during the next decade. Although the latest Sikich Industry Pulse found that less than 20% manufacturers have started to implement AI [...]
99% of the companies that bring us on board for consulting projects can accelerate bottom line business results by better utilizing their ERP system.
Although production and materials planning can be overlooked in its importance in most companies if going smoothly, it is cornerstone to success.
Supply chains are being reshaped by geopolitical uncertainty, talent shortages, technology disruption, and evolving customer expectations. In this Manufacturing Matters webinar, Lisa Anderson discusses practical strategies to improve resiliency, leverage SIOP, develop talent, and build supply chains that support long-term growth and profitability.
