What are the Benefits of SIOP?
Companies that conduct effective Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) are able to balance supply with demand and exceed customer expectations.
The 4Ps to Collaborative Customer Program Success
When connecting people and process, think about using customer collaborative programs to link strategy with execution.
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.
How to Accelerate Cash Flow through Supply Chain Innovations
Business managers and entrepreneurs can increase cash flow with already-existing assets through the implementation of innovative supply chain strategies, according to Lisa Anderson, founder and President of LMA Consulting Group, Inc.
Increasing Cash Flow through Supply Chain Improvements
Cash is king in today's business environment. Supply chain offers vast opportunity in accelerating cash flow. Put the two together, and you can be one of the few companies to leapfrog the competition in the new normal.
Why Build Your Appetite For Risk?
There are more and more stories in the news related to managing and mitigating risk. But increasing your appetite for risk is not for the faint of heart - and requires persistence.
Succeed During These Turbulent Times – Manage for Cash Part 2
In today's economic and business environment, cash is king. The critical importance of cash in businesses continues to rise.
Succeed During These Turbulent Times – Manage for Cash Part 1: Manage Inventories
Businesses continue to cut back as the economy continues to worsen - seemingly every day. Cutting costs in a reasonable and smart manner is required; however, cost cutting alone rarely achieves success.
Ideas to increase cash flow
Businesses should always look for ways to increase cash flow.
The $1 million dollar planner
With all the competing demands within a supply chain organization, a $1 Million Dollar Planner is the person that can see the bigger picture and communicate just how the company’s objectives can be achieved.