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FDA FSMA: Providing value beyond compliance

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Though the rule doesn’t go into effect until January 2026, companies must proactively and strategically prepare their supply chain now, as this complex regulation will require companies to collect and maintain detailed information about the ingredients, processing and distribution of certain products.

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The Supply Chain Management Playbook: Your Game Plan for Operational Success

World of Procurement blog

Plan The planning phase focuses on forecasting demand to determine what products are needed, the quantities required, and timing of orders. Demand forecasting utilizes historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to predict future demand. Accurate demand forecasts enable effective supply chain planning.

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How to Avoid Costly Errors in Supply Chain Management!

Supply Chain Game Changer

It is vital in supply chain management to avoid these five costly errors. Neglecting metrics and analytics your supply chain management collects. There is a lot of opportunity to collect valuable data within your supply chain. Gathering relevant and reliable data is vital for your business.