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Streamlining supply chain management: Strategies for the future

IBM Supply Chain Blog

By developing contingency plans and resilient supply chains, companies can continue to operate even when unexpected events occur. Having visibility into the status and location of goods as they move through the supply chain helps companies monitor supplier performance, identify bottlenecks and respond quickly to disruptions.

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11 Tips to Take Your Supply Chain Career to the Next Level

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Thoroughly research the qualifications and requirements for your desired roles to tailor your professional development plan accordingly. Networking is crucial; connect with industry professionals, attend events, and seek mentorship for guidance and potential opportunities. Q: Is supply chain a stressful career?

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Supply Chain Visibility – An Overcomplicated Challenge!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Supply Chain visibility article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Miglio. Every single organization I have been a part of has been dependent on Excel spreadsheets for order tracking and expediting – and in some cases – even demand planning.

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Shortage vs. Surplus: Causes and Definitions

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Planning Ahead. Businesses that deal with surpluses regularly often simply need to re-evaluate their planning processes. To do this, businesses should analyze their end-to-end visibility through the supply chain process using real-time analysis. Finale Inventory Demand Planning. What Is a Shortage?

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Supply Chains Are Broken. Denial Will Kill Your Company!

Supply Chain Game Changer

I recently saw the headline for an article which said that Supply Chains are NOT broken, but rather it is just a demand planning issue. One of the fundamental problems which has contributed to the current breakdowns is the sheer lack of visibility. Waiting for good planning, or good forecasting is a bad strategy and a fallacy.