Demand management
In terms of the supply chain, demand management is a cross-functional and overarching process that ranges from understanding the market to predicting trends. It includes processes such as market sensing and sizing, understanding and forecasting customer needs, demand shaping, supplier forecasting, and demand capture and analytics. Increasingly, demand management is critical to informing an omnichannel and ecommerce strategy. This section provides expert insight on best practices, and how to navigate the demand management technology market, including cutting through the vendor-speak to understanding what your company truly needs.
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Demand management News
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March 18, 2020
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Mar'20
Coronavirus disruption frays Amazon supply chain
Even as orders increase, disruption from the new coronavirus outbreak could have big consequences for smaller, third-party sellers on Amazon, as they will be punished for stock outages.
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March 11, 2020
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Mar'20
Cognitive automation helps processes run on their own
Merck Healthcare has implemented cognitive automation technology from Aera Technology to drive a digital transformation of its supply chain operations.
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February 24, 2020
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Feb'20
Coronavirus outbreak puts focus on supply chain risk
Global supply chains have been disrupted by the coronavirus outbreak, and companies need to diversify suppliers and rethink strategies like lean and just-in-time manufacturing.
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December 16, 2019
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Dec'19
Amazon supply chain model disrupts entire industry
Amazon has conditioned consumers to get goods as quickly as possible, which has affected the global supply chain industry from top to bottom, including inventory management and logistics.
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What is supply chain management (SCM) and why is it important?
Supply chain management (SCM) is the broad range of activities required to plan, control and execute a product's flow from materials to production to distribution in the most economical way possible. Continue Reading
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7 supply chain management key terms you need to know
Consumers are demanding greater visibility, but how do you give it them? We're starting with a list of supply chain management basic terms that you should be aware of. Continue Reading
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Demand Planning
Demand planning is the process of forecasting the demand for a product or service so it can be produced and delivered more efficiently and to the satisfaction of customers. Continue Reading
Evaluate Demand management Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Test your knowledge of supply chain management basics and key terms
To gain a better understanding of supply chain management, take this 13-question quiz and ensure you have a firm grasp of the key terms and processes it encompasses. Continue Reading
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How will AI in demand forecasting help improve accuracy?
Changing consumer demand and supply chain disruptions are just two factors that might influence demand forecasting results. Here's a look at how AI can help. Continue Reading
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How are companies solving the last-mile delivery problem?
E-commerce has radically changed how goods are transported, and put a spotlight on the last-mile delivery problem. Learn how retailers are changing their tactics to address the issue. Continue Reading
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Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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3 case studies on reducing supply chain complexity
Understanding which technologies can best simplify supply chain management is key to success in today's economy. Here's how three companies have tackled this issue. Continue Reading
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Can modern technology solve demand forecasting problems?
Predicting demand has never been easy, but in the age of e-commerce and omnichannel, that difficulty has multiplied. Here is some helpful guidance for organizations. Continue Reading
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How to reduce the bullwhip effect: Supply chain partners, data key
Understanding the causes of the bullwhip effect is critical to preventing it. Here's a look at why it happens and ways to close the gap between supply and demand. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Demand management Issues
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How do e-commerce returns affect reverse logistics management?
Customers expect to return purchases, which means you need to be proactive in your approach to reverse logistics. Here are some things to think about. Continue Reading
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What should companies know about sustainability software?
Sustainability is composed of social, environmental and economic pillars. That's why technologies focused on this market address different needs. Here's a narrow glimpse. Continue Reading
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The supply chain sustainability software market demystified
Consumers care about corporate social responsibility, which means companies should, too. Here's what to know about boosting CSR efforts with supply chain sustainability software. Continue Reading