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Effective Supply Chain Planning Is All In The Data

Talking Logistics

My plan to get there was pretty straightforward; I knew the best route and all the usual traffic patterns, so we set out on what should have been a two-hour drive. Four hours later, we finally arrived, Read more The post Effective Supply Chain Planning Is All In The Data appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Fresh Demand Planning: How AI Empowers Retailers

Logistics Viewpoints

Given that we are in the age of AI/ML, I often think of how the small deli where I worked was a perfect training ground for applying AI/ML in fresh supply chain planning. There are various use cases of AI/ML for fresh demand planning of products, from producers to large grocery chains and even small delis in suburban Pennsylvania.

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Worst Case Scenarios for Freight Brokers with Lisa Bruno

The Logistics of Logistics

Worst Case Scenarios for Freight Brokers with Lisa Bruno. Lisa Bruno and Joe Lynch talk about the worst case scenarios for freight brokers. Lisa is an Industry Consultant at CarrierDirect which is a consulting firm supporting the transportation and industry, logistics, warehousing, supply chain and also provide technology support.

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It’s Long Overdue: Time to Bridge the Link Between Planning and Execution

Logistics Viewpoints

As an industry, linking supply chain planning and execution has been discussed for decades. It is well understood disconnected planning and execution processes can lead to costly disruptions, missed opportunities, and inefficiencies. Yet, even the most meticulously crafted plans can crumble if execution falls short.

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Guide to Mathematical Optimization & Modeling

For decades, operations research professionals have been applying mathematical optimization to address challenges in the field of supply chain planning, manufacturing, energy modeling, and logistics.

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Scenario Planning - Face it You are WRONG!

10xLogistics

I want to discuss some thoughts I have on scenario planning and why I think this skill is the future of supply chain management and planning. As great supply chain managers, we all like to show how great we are with math and how great we are with developing algorithms to come up with “the number”.

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Scenario Modeling Is Now Crucial for Supply Chain Network Design

AIMMS

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed many risks and uncertainties in supply chain networks. Materials shortages , demand fluctuations and plan t closures have led many organizations to revisit their supplier relationships, as well as distribution and production locations. Read on for common use cases. .

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Supply Chain Planning Maturity – How Do You Compare to Peers?

Today's supply chains are networked, global ecosystems. How prepared are supply chain teams to react and recover from a planning maturity stance? Time allocated to data collection: Data quality is a considerable pain point. How much time do teams spend on data vs. creative decision-making and discussion?

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Your Data Has Value. Learn How Technology Can Unlock It.

Supply chain data is flawed, we all know this. Hear ClearMetal CEO, Adam Compain, talk about how the right technology and strategies will give you better visibility and create value within your supply chain. The ability to move from reactive firefighting to proactive planning is closer than you think.

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How Data Science and Modeling Can Supercharge Your Risk Management

Speaker: Dr. Ken Fordyce, Solutions Director, Supply Chain and Advanced Analytics at Arkieva

Risk management is defined as anticipating and responding to an event not yet part of the plan of record that requires a significant adjustment in your demand-supply network (DSN). COVID-19 has put risk management at the front and center in the supply chain world. How to avoid data-driven disasters.

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Top 5 Barriers to Supply Chain Network Design Adoption and How to Overcome Them

Speaker: Brian Dooley, Director SC Navigator, AIMMS, and Paul van Nierop, Supply Chain Planning Specialist, AIMMS

This on-demand webinar shares research findings from Supply Chain Insights, including the top 5 obstacles that bog you down when trying to improve your network design efforts: Poor data quality. Lengthy time to plan/execute. Lack of skilled resources. Don’t have the right tools/tools are too complex or expensive.

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Market Insights Report: Top Trends for 2022 Planning and Beyond

It’s no secret that supply-chain bottlenecks have tightened throughout the pandemic. However, the data reveals a deeper story. Persisting consumer demand, steep retailer prices, and the driver shortage continue to make headlines every day.

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Key Questions for a Successful Distribution Network

Speaker: Irina Rosca, Director of Supply Chain Operations, Helix

As we plan for the world of eCommerce and the customer expectation of quick, free shipping, our ability to forecast is turned on its head. Can we use historical data to plan for demand and design our networks, or is there a better way? You'll leave knowing what data you can start collecting today to answer these questions.

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How to Tackle Today's Most Complex Inventory Challenges

Speaker: Andrew Kurpiel - AmerCareRoyal | Bill Benton - GAINS | Paul Benhamou - Benco Dental

The turbulence in today’s supply chain requires you to react faster and make continuous adjustments. To accomplish this, you must evaluate and act on real-time data. Leading distributors and manufacturers are finding success in today's challenging environment by leveraging data and insights.

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Automated Order Processing and Proactive Inventory Management

Speaker: Irina Rosca, Director of Supply Chain Operations, Helix

Organizations need to focus on demand driven supply planning, utilizing real time information on customer orders from all marketplaces (e-commence, Amazon - or other online retailers, and point of sale data from brick and mortar). etc) or online promotions (company run or 3rd party). April 3rd, 2019 11.00 AM PST, 2.00