This module is the third of three courses in the Building the Lean Supply Chain Professional series hosted by the Supply Chain & Logistics Institute at Georgia Tech.
- PLAN
- Planning & Forecasting Articles
What is Sales & Operations Planning?
Sales & Operations Planning: All demand (sales) and supply (capacity, materials) of a product is balanced and planned to secure on-time delivery...Planning & Forecasting ArticlesThe 4 Supply Chain Metrics
Metrics are a way to measure performance; and, in turn, communicate that information to key executives in the company. Their value is how supply chain management is supporting the direction and strategy of the business. It is important that they present a strategic and tactical understanding of what is happening and how well it is happening. KPIs (key performance indicators) must be measurable. As a result, numerous metrics are about the logistics components. Some of these are good. However, they do not present a view of the total supply chain. Plus, many have little or no usefulness for the C-suite. Assessing logistics parts is a node-link approach and does not recognize the supply chain process.Planning & Forecasting ArticlesStatic Inventory an Untapped Source of Working Capital
Inventory management policies that fail to keep pace with shifting product demand can lock up valuable working capital, especially in volatile markets. By dynamically managing inventory without compromising service levels, companies can free up these unexploited reserves of working capital.Planning & Forecasting ArticlesS&OP, a vision for the future. An interview with Eric Tinker
In the last 30 years S&OP improved performance in many businesses. However, S&OP has not yet substantially delivered on its ultimate promise of enterprise wide resource management, rolling financial forecasting and strategy deployment. Whatever maturity model or consultancy support companies use, S&OP seems to get stuck. Worse, overall S&OP development and progress seems to have stalled. It sometimes seems like S&OP is stuck in a time warp, where the same old things as 30 years ago are being discussed.Planning & Forecasting ArticlesImproving behaviours in support of world class S&OP: Coach for Excellence
An S&OP implementation requires many changes, not the least behavioural change. However, practitioners indicate that behaviours are not addressed enough in S&OP implementations. There are different behavioural change requirements during S&OP maturity stages. In three posts, three coaching phases will be explained to support leaders with behavioural change in their S&OP journey. These are; Coach to change, coach to sustain and coach for excellence; coach for excellence. - Planning & Forecasting Articles
- SOURCE
- Procurement & Sourcing Articles
How Can Data Improve Supplier Decisions
In an ever-connected world, the availability of data along with the use of algorithms to make sense of it has become commonplace. This article explores the necessary steps to use data effectively, along with potential applications in the transportation and logistics industry.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesInformation-Based Negotiations in The Digital Age
This article explores the concept of information-based negotiations and the upcoming technological advances that will substantially improve its effectiveness. It is different from some traditional approaches to negotiations. It is not the adversarial negotiation style with the emphasis on game playing, theatrics and taking full advantage of a supplier’s weaknesses. In information-based negotiations the purchasing or supply chain professional gains a deep understanding of the supplier’s industry, its margins and its culture.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesHurt, help or hero? How to define and get more out of your most important suppliers
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) focuses on unlocking value from your supply base. However, to achieve that, you need to identify which suppliers are the most important to your business. If you can get this process right, you can be confident in knowing that you are directing precious resources to where they will have the greatest impact. Get it wrong, and you could find yourself missing key opportunities and being at risk of wasting time and energy in the wrong places.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesHow To Spot Supplier Risk During Pickups & Deliveries
When your carrier picks up or delivers your cargo, you should take some time to check for risky behaviors. This article reviews what to look for to ensure you’re not working with carriers that will put your business at risk.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesHow To Spot Supplier Risk During On-Site Evaluations
Visiting your carriers in person provides a great opportunity to identify potentially risky behavior. In this article, we explore what you should look for to ensure you’re working with safe, knowledgeable, and reliable carriers. - Procurement & Sourcing Articles
- MAKE
- Manufacturing & Production Articles
The Long Tail of Inventory and Why It’s Important
The long tail is a concept established by Chris Anderson, who pointed out that the internet gave consumers choices beyond what was offered in physical stores. eCommerce offered niche markets the chance to appeal to their audience through major marketplaces likeAmazon, streaming services like Netflix, and music stores like the iTunes Music Store.Manufacturing & Production ArticlesNo More Excuses: Transformative IoT is Staring You in the Face
Many manufacturers claim they are paralyzed by thoughts of putting the Internet of Things to work for them because they can’t justify the business case to put the wheels in motion. To these manufacturers I say, “Don’t make it more complicated than it needs to be.”Manufacturing & Production ArticlesPredictive Analytics Let Manufacturers See More Clearly into their Supply Chains
Not that long ago, supply chain visibility tended to be an internally-focused process, one that allowed manufacturers to know when exactly they could expect to receive inbound goods and materials from their suppliers so they could plan and adjust their production schedules. While that’s still an important capability for companies to have, the Age of the Consumer has shifted the focus of visibility initiatives in the direction of the customers.Manufacturing & Production ArticlesRise of the Grocers
In the past century, grocery chains have grown in power and control of their supply chains placing increasing demands and an enormous burden on their suppliers. But do manufacturers have an ace up their sleeves?Manufacturing & Production ArticlesHow 3D printing is set to shake up manufacturing supply chains
3D printing has come a long way in an extremely short span of time. Initially built by Charles Hull in the 1980s as a tool for making basic polymer objects, today, the technology has spurred remarkable efforts in several manufacturing sectors; from building intricate aircraft and race car components, to human organs and prostheses. - Manufacturing & Production Articles
- DELIVER
- Warehouse & Transport Articles
6 Tips for Maximizing Efficiency and Productivity of Warehouse Operations
As a warehouse manager, you would understand that handling warehouse operations are a massive task. One small mistake may affect the efficiency and productivity of the warehouse. You must continually implement measures to optimize various warehouse processes and improve the overall effectiveness of the operations involved. Apart from minimizing downtime and increasing productivity, it is essential to improve your supply chain. Let us look at a few tips that help in achieving the same.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesRobot Trucks or Autonomous Vehicles Will Revolutionize the Supply Chain
Most supply chain professionals do not completely understand the disruption and upgrades that autonomous vehicles, specifically what I call robot trucks, will create. Most cannot get past the pitfalls and possible barriers to robot trucks. I define robot trucks with a much broader perspective. I include trucks of all sizes and even internal plant material handling equipment like fork-lifts and automatic guided vehicles (AVGs). The biggest leap is that robot trucks will learn! Many doubters just cannot get past this. Although not complete artificial intelligence (AI), robot trucks will adapt on their own, to conditions and circumstances, and build an open memory of what to do.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesData Integration Made Sexy
Time and again, software buyers make purchasing decisions based on features offered, but often overlook how data will be integrated only to find out that it won’t be easy. However, there is a way to avoid this headache. Learn why modern enterprises are making data integration a priority instead of an afterthought.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesHow to Avoid the Most Common Warehouse Safety Hazards
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, the rate of fatal injuries for warehouse work is higher than the national average. Warehouses are full of potential safety hazards, but employers and workers can minimize these risks by taking proper safety measures.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesOut Darn Spot! Out, I Say!
For shippers who regularly leverage the spot market, it’s been a buyers’ market the last few years. One shipper I’ve worked with saved more than 9 percent on freight spend simply by moving away from only using brokers to using (temporarily) the spot market for almost all of their loads. But, like Wright’s dog, is that market about to be gone? Let’s start by looking at the numbers. - Warhouse & Transport Articles
- RETURN
- Reverse Logistics Articles
Returns – A Threat to the Bottom Line or an Opportunity to Cut Costs?
The notion of reverse logistics isn’t new, of course. The function has been around since the Phoenicians began shipping amphorae of wine to Rome in 1,500 BC. Processes have moved on since then but reverse logistics is the conundrum that every company will face at one time or another and how it deals with this issue will determine whether it is an opportunity or threat to the business.Reverse Logistics ArticlesSupply Chain Sustainability Takes Root
Sustainability is rising. Born out of global concern over climate change, on April 22, 2016, a record 175 countries signed the Paris climate agreement, voluntarily pledging to cut greenhouse gas emissions. When it comes to green and sustainable supply chains, though, cost cutting is still the driving force.Reverse Logistics ArticlesWhy the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals matter to packaging professionals
In September, the United Nations adopted a final roadmap for the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Broadly speaking, SDGs are targets for governments, communities and institutions to further international development. The 2030 agenda builds on the Millennium Development Goals set in 2000 and includes 17 goals touching on a variety of social, environmental and economic issues ranging from gender equality to accessible and affordable clean energy. But do the 2030 SDGs have any impact on the work of packaging professionals?Reverse Logistics ArticlesTo build sustainable products, listen to your customers
Today’s leading companies are grappling with how to achieve progress on a complex array of sustainability-related goals, including the reduction of carbon emissions, toxic releases and water and materials usage.Reverse Logistics ArticlesGetting Packaging Costs Down to Size
It's a wrap for bulky, wasteful packaging. Shippers today have to satisfy consumers who not only demand that fewer materials be used in packaging, but also prefer those materials to have a low environmental impact. - Reverse Logistics Articles
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- Supply Chain Management articles
Transform Your Supply Chain For Omnichannel
The world is in the early stages of a global supply chain revolution. The Amazon Effect. The Internet of Things. Platform Businesses. The new supply chain will grow beyond omnichannel. It will cross into other industries and markets and will incorporate supply chains of products, information, and finance. All the elements of the New Supply Chain tie together. They are not separate steps. They are not to be selectively chosen or excluded. These are inter-related. The New Supply Chain brings performance excellence.Supply Chain Management articlesThe Impact of Maintenance Operations On Supply Chain Management
We all know how delays in any part of the supply chain can cause significant problems and incur additional delays among the rest of the supply chain. One thing that is often overlooked but plays a major role in keeping the supply chain from crumbling down is maintenance management. In one way or another, you can connect maintenance activities with every stop in your supply chain. Be it transportation, production, or storage, a failure of one maintenance team can be felt throughout the supply chain. In that light, let's explore this idea into more detail.Supply Chain Management articlesIs Your Supply Chain Strategy Inside-Out or Outside-In?
Digitization has changed everything. It’s changed not only how we interact but how we make decisions with readily available information. This accessibility to information and organizations has flattened the playing field for every organization as they look to market and sell their wares.Supply Chain Management articlesHow Industry Benchmarks Can Boost Your Asset Recovery
Are you confident your company is achieving the best possible asset recovery results? Do you know whether your return rate could go a few points higher? Or how feasible it would be to slash five, 10 or even 20 percent off your days of inventory? If not, you're not alone. Most businesses don't know what's truly achievable for companies of their kind. As a result, most asset recovery goals are guesstimates. Often, they're not aggressive enough, which means companies are leaving a lot of money on the table and dissatisfied customers in their wake. How industry benchmarks can boost your asset recovery.Supply Chain Management articlesSupply Chain Visibility: We Should Be Striving for More
For too long, supply chain visibility has been associated with pure track and trace and/or passive analytics. Our systems may provide some basic visibility but it’s visibility that is not actionable. It tells you what goes wrong but it doesn’t help you ensure that doesn’t affect your relationship with your customers in real-time leaving you better at planning but not better at executing that plan. The question is how do you make our visibility actionable? How do you encourage and implement your supply chain visibility to better optimize your processes in the moment? How can you truly make visibility a core competitive advantage for your supply chain? - Supply Chain Management articles
- SUPPLY CHAIN VIDEO’S
- Supply Chain Video
Accelerating the Shift to More Efficient Trucks
Leading companies like General Mills, Walmart, Pepsico, FedEx and Anheuser-Busch have made reducing fuel use and emissions from freight a priority in setting their internal supply chain performance goals.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesInsight – Is it OK to lie?
Jonathan O'Brien talks about if it's OK to lie in a negotiation. Should we lie when negotiating? Lying is frequently regarded as a necessary component of negotiation, as part of the way the game is played. For negotiation we tend to use slightly different language to make it more palatable and we call it ‘bluffing’ or ‘laying out a position’.Supply Chain VideoSupply Chain Execution Software Convergence
The supply chain software market is evolving toward platforms that optimize end-to-end processes and juggle constraints at all levels. How can an organization have a full range of supply chain execution (SCE) software at its disposal and still have massive execution problems?Supply Chain Management articles3D Printing and The Supply Chains of The Future
It’s not often that supply chain issues capture the wider public’s imagination. However, there is one innovation in recent years, 3D printing, which appears to make Star Trek science a stunning reality and has broken into the public’s consciousness.Manufacturing & Production ArticlesChanging the Production Performance Metric
Anyone who has worked with asset intensive process manufacturers knows how hard it is to change the thinking about machine capacity utilization. Video about moving from inside-out production to outside-in demand and market focused is starting to turn.
- PLAN
- Planning & Forecasting Articles
What is Sales & Operations Planning?
Sales & Operations Planning: All demand (sales) and supply (capacity, materials) of a product is balanced and planned to secure on-time delivery...Planning & Forecasting ArticlesThe 4 Supply Chain Metrics
Metrics are a way to measure performance; and, in turn, communicate that information to key executives in the company. Their value is how supply chain management is supporting the direction and strategy of the business. It is important that they present a strategic and tactical understanding of what is happening and how well it is happening. KPIs (key performance indicators) must be measurable. As a result, numerous metrics are about the logistics components. Some of these are good. However, they do not present a view of the total supply chain. Plus, many have little or no usefulness for the C-suite. Assessing logistics parts is a node-link approach and does not recognize the supply chain process.Planning & Forecasting ArticlesStatic Inventory an Untapped Source of Working Capital
Inventory management policies that fail to keep pace with shifting product demand can lock up valuable working capital, especially in volatile markets. By dynamically managing inventory without compromising service levels, companies can free up these unexploited reserves of working capital.Planning & Forecasting ArticlesS&OP, a vision for the future. An interview with Eric Tinker
In the last 30 years S&OP improved performance in many businesses. However, S&OP has not yet substantially delivered on its ultimate promise of enterprise wide resource management, rolling financial forecasting and strategy deployment. Whatever maturity model or consultancy support companies use, S&OP seems to get stuck. Worse, overall S&OP development and progress seems to have stalled. It sometimes seems like S&OP is stuck in a time warp, where the same old things as 30 years ago are being discussed.Planning & Forecasting ArticlesImproving behaviours in support of world class S&OP: Coach for Excellence
An S&OP implementation requires many changes, not the least behavioural change. However, practitioners indicate that behaviours are not addressed enough in S&OP implementations. There are different behavioural change requirements during S&OP maturity stages. In three posts, three coaching phases will be explained to support leaders with behavioural change in their S&OP journey. These are; Coach to change, coach to sustain and coach for excellence; coach for excellence. - Planning & Forecasting Articles
- SOURCE
- Procurement & Sourcing Articles
How Can Data Improve Supplier Decisions
In an ever-connected world, the availability of data along with the use of algorithms to make sense of it has become commonplace. This article explores the necessary steps to use data effectively, along with potential applications in the transportation and logistics industry.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesInformation-Based Negotiations in The Digital Age
This article explores the concept of information-based negotiations and the upcoming technological advances that will substantially improve its effectiveness. It is different from some traditional approaches to negotiations. It is not the adversarial negotiation style with the emphasis on game playing, theatrics and taking full advantage of a supplier’s weaknesses. In information-based negotiations the purchasing or supply chain professional gains a deep understanding of the supplier’s industry, its margins and its culture.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesHurt, help or hero? How to define and get more out of your most important suppliers
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) focuses on unlocking value from your supply base. However, to achieve that, you need to identify which suppliers are the most important to your business. If you can get this process right, you can be confident in knowing that you are directing precious resources to where they will have the greatest impact. Get it wrong, and you could find yourself missing key opportunities and being at risk of wasting time and energy in the wrong places.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesHow To Spot Supplier Risk During Pickups & Deliveries
When your carrier picks up or delivers your cargo, you should take some time to check for risky behaviors. This article reviews what to look for to ensure you’re not working with carriers that will put your business at risk.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesHow To Spot Supplier Risk During On-Site Evaluations
Visiting your carriers in person provides a great opportunity to identify potentially risky behavior. In this article, we explore what you should look for to ensure you’re working with safe, knowledgeable, and reliable carriers. - Procurement & Sourcing Articles
- MAKE
- Manufacturing & Production Articles
The Long Tail of Inventory and Why It’s Important
The long tail is a concept established by Chris Anderson, who pointed out that the internet gave consumers choices beyond what was offered in physical stores. eCommerce offered niche markets the chance to appeal to their audience through major marketplaces likeAmazon, streaming services like Netflix, and music stores like the iTunes Music Store.Manufacturing & Production ArticlesNo More Excuses: Transformative IoT is Staring You in the Face
Many manufacturers claim they are paralyzed by thoughts of putting the Internet of Things to work for them because they can’t justify the business case to put the wheels in motion. To these manufacturers I say, “Don’t make it more complicated than it needs to be.”Manufacturing & Production ArticlesPredictive Analytics Let Manufacturers See More Clearly into their Supply Chains
Not that long ago, supply chain visibility tended to be an internally-focused process, one that allowed manufacturers to know when exactly they could expect to receive inbound goods and materials from their suppliers so they could plan and adjust their production schedules. While that’s still an important capability for companies to have, the Age of the Consumer has shifted the focus of visibility initiatives in the direction of the customers.Manufacturing & Production ArticlesRise of the Grocers
In the past century, grocery chains have grown in power and control of their supply chains placing increasing demands and an enormous burden on their suppliers. But do manufacturers have an ace up their sleeves?Manufacturing & Production ArticlesHow 3D printing is set to shake up manufacturing supply chains
3D printing has come a long way in an extremely short span of time. Initially built by Charles Hull in the 1980s as a tool for making basic polymer objects, today, the technology has spurred remarkable efforts in several manufacturing sectors; from building intricate aircraft and race car components, to human organs and prostheses. - Manufacturing & Production Articles
- DELIVER
- Warehouse & Transport Articles
6 Tips for Maximizing Efficiency and Productivity of Warehouse Operations
As a warehouse manager, you would understand that handling warehouse operations are a massive task. One small mistake may affect the efficiency and productivity of the warehouse. You must continually implement measures to optimize various warehouse processes and improve the overall effectiveness of the operations involved. Apart from minimizing downtime and increasing productivity, it is essential to improve your supply chain. Let us look at a few tips that help in achieving the same.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesRobot Trucks or Autonomous Vehicles Will Revolutionize the Supply Chain
Most supply chain professionals do not completely understand the disruption and upgrades that autonomous vehicles, specifically what I call robot trucks, will create. Most cannot get past the pitfalls and possible barriers to robot trucks. I define robot trucks with a much broader perspective. I include trucks of all sizes and even internal plant material handling equipment like fork-lifts and automatic guided vehicles (AVGs). The biggest leap is that robot trucks will learn! Many doubters just cannot get past this. Although not complete artificial intelligence (AI), robot trucks will adapt on their own, to conditions and circumstances, and build an open memory of what to do.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesData Integration Made Sexy
Time and again, software buyers make purchasing decisions based on features offered, but often overlook how data will be integrated only to find out that it won’t be easy. However, there is a way to avoid this headache. Learn why modern enterprises are making data integration a priority instead of an afterthought.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesHow to Avoid the Most Common Warehouse Safety Hazards
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, the rate of fatal injuries for warehouse work is higher than the national average. Warehouses are full of potential safety hazards, but employers and workers can minimize these risks by taking proper safety measures.Warehouse & Transport ArticlesOut Darn Spot! Out, I Say!
For shippers who regularly leverage the spot market, it’s been a buyers’ market the last few years. One shipper I’ve worked with saved more than 9 percent on freight spend simply by moving away from only using brokers to using (temporarily) the spot market for almost all of their loads. But, like Wright’s dog, is that market about to be gone? Let’s start by looking at the numbers. - Warhouse & Transport Articles
- RETURN
- Reverse Logistics Articles
Returns – A Threat to the Bottom Line or an Opportunity to Cut Costs?
The notion of reverse logistics isn’t new, of course. The function has been around since the Phoenicians began shipping amphorae of wine to Rome in 1,500 BC. Processes have moved on since then but reverse logistics is the conundrum that every company will face at one time or another and how it deals with this issue will determine whether it is an opportunity or threat to the business.Reverse Logistics ArticlesSupply Chain Sustainability Takes Root
Sustainability is rising. Born out of global concern over climate change, on April 22, 2016, a record 175 countries signed the Paris climate agreement, voluntarily pledging to cut greenhouse gas emissions. When it comes to green and sustainable supply chains, though, cost cutting is still the driving force.Reverse Logistics ArticlesWhy the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals matter to packaging professionals
In September, the United Nations adopted a final roadmap for the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Broadly speaking, SDGs are targets for governments, communities and institutions to further international development. The 2030 agenda builds on the Millennium Development Goals set in 2000 and includes 17 goals touching on a variety of social, environmental and economic issues ranging from gender equality to accessible and affordable clean energy. But do the 2030 SDGs have any impact on the work of packaging professionals?Reverse Logistics ArticlesTo build sustainable products, listen to your customers
Today’s leading companies are grappling with how to achieve progress on a complex array of sustainability-related goals, including the reduction of carbon emissions, toxic releases and water and materials usage.Reverse Logistics ArticlesGetting Packaging Costs Down to Size
It's a wrap for bulky, wasteful packaging. Shippers today have to satisfy consumers who not only demand that fewer materials be used in packaging, but also prefer those materials to have a low environmental impact. - Reverse Logistics Articles
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- Supply Chain Management articles
Transform Your Supply Chain For Omnichannel
The world is in the early stages of a global supply chain revolution. The Amazon Effect. The Internet of Things. Platform Businesses. The new supply chain will grow beyond omnichannel. It will cross into other industries and markets and will incorporate supply chains of products, information, and finance. All the elements of the New Supply Chain tie together. They are not separate steps. They are not to be selectively chosen or excluded. These are inter-related. The New Supply Chain brings performance excellence.Supply Chain Management articlesThe Impact of Maintenance Operations On Supply Chain Management
We all know how delays in any part of the supply chain can cause significant problems and incur additional delays among the rest of the supply chain. One thing that is often overlooked but plays a major role in keeping the supply chain from crumbling down is maintenance management. In one way or another, you can connect maintenance activities with every stop in your supply chain. Be it transportation, production, or storage, a failure of one maintenance team can be felt throughout the supply chain. In that light, let's explore this idea into more detail.Supply Chain Management articlesIs Your Supply Chain Strategy Inside-Out or Outside-In?
Digitization has changed everything. It’s changed not only how we interact but how we make decisions with readily available information. This accessibility to information and organizations has flattened the playing field for every organization as they look to market and sell their wares.Supply Chain Management articlesHow Industry Benchmarks Can Boost Your Asset Recovery
Are you confident your company is achieving the best possible asset recovery results? Do you know whether your return rate could go a few points higher? Or how feasible it would be to slash five, 10 or even 20 percent off your days of inventory? If not, you're not alone. Most businesses don't know what's truly achievable for companies of their kind. As a result, most asset recovery goals are guesstimates. Often, they're not aggressive enough, which means companies are leaving a lot of money on the table and dissatisfied customers in their wake. How industry benchmarks can boost your asset recovery.Supply Chain Management articlesSupply Chain Visibility: We Should Be Striving for More
For too long, supply chain visibility has been associated with pure track and trace and/or passive analytics. Our systems may provide some basic visibility but it’s visibility that is not actionable. It tells you what goes wrong but it doesn’t help you ensure that doesn’t affect your relationship with your customers in real-time leaving you better at planning but not better at executing that plan. The question is how do you make our visibility actionable? How do you encourage and implement your supply chain visibility to better optimize your processes in the moment? How can you truly make visibility a core competitive advantage for your supply chain? - Supply Chain Management articles
- SUPPLY CHAIN VIDEO’S
- Supply Chain Video
Accelerating the Shift to More Efficient Trucks
Leading companies like General Mills, Walmart, Pepsico, FedEx and Anheuser-Busch have made reducing fuel use and emissions from freight a priority in setting their internal supply chain performance goals.Procurement & Sourcing ArticlesInsight – Is it OK to lie?
Jonathan O'Brien talks about if it's OK to lie in a negotiation. Should we lie when negotiating? Lying is frequently regarded as a necessary component of negotiation, as part of the way the game is played. For negotiation we tend to use slightly different language to make it more palatable and we call it ‘bluffing’ or ‘laying out a position’.Supply Chain VideoSupply Chain Execution Software Convergence
The supply chain software market is evolving toward platforms that optimize end-to-end processes and juggle constraints at all levels. How can an organization have a full range of supply chain execution (SCE) software at its disposal and still have massive execution problems?Supply Chain Management articles3D Printing and The Supply Chains of The Future
It’s not often that supply chain issues capture the wider public’s imagination. However, there is one innovation in recent years, 3D printing, which appears to make Star Trek science a stunning reality and has broken into the public’s consciousness.Manufacturing & Production ArticlesChanging the Production Performance Metric
Anyone who has worked with asset intensive process manufacturers knows how hard it is to change the thinking about machine capacity utilization. Video about moving from inside-out production to outside-in demand and market focused is starting to turn.
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