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It’s been said that in crisis there is opportunity, and the coronavirus supply disruption is no exception. In this episode of Big Ideas in Supply Chain , we’re joined by one of the industry’s most notable thought leaders, Bob Ferrari of The Ferrari Group …
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Pedro Noriega, Synchronized Planning Solutions Director for North America at Procter & Gamble, used to receive what he calls “love letters” from his colleagues. These weren’t emails extolling the virtues of the supply chain. On the contrary, they demanded …
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As providers of supply chain planning software, we have seen how COVID-19 has disrupted businesses throughout the world in dramatic and unexpected ways. Now, regions are reopening and people are adjusting to new routines, from physical distancing to face …
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Today, Rubikloud was officially acquired by Kinaxis, one of the fastest growing and most exciting enterprise software companies in Canada and the world. This is a special day for Rubikloud, and it would be easy to write a long post of personal reflections …
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“At least three months, but I cannot guarantee or confirm any date.” This was the response of the sales rep in the bicycle store I visited this morning when I asked him for the delivery time of the road race bike I wanted to buy. And I had already gotten …
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Graduation season is a time to recognize the accomplishments of those who have put in so much effort over the past few years, but it just feels weird this year. Even though celebrities, athletes and business leaders have tried to provide virtual …
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In recent years, consumers have become more concerned with the environmental and social impact of their purchasing behavior. To address these concerns, firms are improving the sustainability of their supply chains, from plan, source, make, deliver and …
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One site going down, one supplier going offline or one major shift in your production schedule can bring manufacturing of a critical component to a screeching halt. The ripple effects down the line can spell chaos for your long-term scheduling. An often …
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End-to-end visibility and real-time responsiveness: these are the top two requirements for creating a successful supply chain according to a recent EY survey of 500 senior-level executives from companies across the Americas with more than US$1 billion in …
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In a fast-paced world where supply chains operate in constant flux, being able to predict, absorb and react to the unexpected is critical. Concurrent planning has made this possible for CSL Behring, a leading plasma therapeutics company. For a company …
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“Magic 8 Ball, what will my demand forecast be in April 2021?” With a few shakes, the answer appears, “Concentrate and ask again.” A few more shakes and then it says, “Reply hazy, try again,” and finally, “Cannot predict now.” Of course, a mass-produced …
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In its report, Mastering Uncertainty: The Rise of Resilient Supply Chain Planning , Gartner argues that supply chain planning is in the midst of fundamental change. As emerging technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine …