Software runs virtually every company, especially manufacturers—ERP, CRM, MES and much more. Mismanaged licenses can trigger surprise costs, and disruptions. In this session, Lisa Anderson talks with legal specialists in software licensing, about the practical moves leaders should make before, during and after contracting.
Supply chain visibility allows companies to track and access real-time data across every tier of the supply chain, from raw materials at your suppliers' supplier to delivery of finished goods to your end customer. Supply chain visibility has become of paramount importance to ensure customer satisfaction and to profitable growth.
Congress passed what has been referred to as the "One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)", and it has been signed into law. There are far-reaching implications for manufacturers and supply chain organizations. The bottom line is that it is expected to spur growth and success with tax benefits and supporting incentives.
Why MRP Isn't Fully Utilized As we pay attention to trends across our clients and prospective clients, we are noticing a lack of understanding of why MRP (material requirements planning) isn't being fully utilized as depicted in our article "Case Study in Fueling Productivity, Profitability, & Performance with ERP [...]
Advanced Technologies for Forward-Looking Companies Forward-looking companies are pursuing advanced technologies to ensure superior customer value, address labor shortages, and deliver bottom line results. From robotics to advanced planning and forecasting systems, leverage ERP system and advanced technologies can fill gaps, automate processes, and enable superior functionality. Not [...]
In this VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) laden supply chain environment, the successful companies leverage the power of speed and acceleration. Resiliency is required to survive in times of heavy disruption.
Executive interest in transforming their supply chain has increased to heightened levels. The pandemic highlighted the risks in the end-to-end supply chains.
AI rules at one of the world's most influential and largest technology conferences, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). This year's event highlighted a diverse array of products designed to enhance efficiency, personalization and sustainability.
Every CFO seems to wonder why they spend millions on ERP upgrades yet critical decisions seem to boil down to spreadsheets.
Lisa Anderson was interviewed by Douglas Squirrel of the Squirrel Squadron on LinkedIn Live about technology in manufacturing and the supply chain.
