Supply chain planning and execution
Supply chain planning aims to predict future requirements, while supply chain execution -- areas such as order fulfilment, procurement, warehousing and transporting -- seeks to deliver product where it needs to go and in the right amount. Balancing supply and demand with the right supply chain management strategy and software is no easy feat. This resource provides articles, case studies, best practices and expert advice on achieving a competitive edge with supply chain planning systems and supply chain execution systems in a business landscape filled with risk and disruption.
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Supply chain planning and execution News
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March 12, 2018
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Mar'18
SAP Ariba Live focuses on procurement for purpose
SAP Ariba Live 2018 focused on the idea that businesses can use procurement technology to do good in the world; for example, by using supply chains to expose forced child labor.
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November 13, 2017
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Nov'17
Procurement transformation a main focus at CPO Rising Summit
At the CPO Rising Summit, procurement experts discussed how procurement and supply chain will involve technologies like blockchain and AI, but some are skeptical this will happen soon.
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May 15, 2017
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May'17
What's holding back growth of 3D printing and additive manufacturing?
The era of 3D printing and additive manufacturing may be just around the corner, but the industry needs to coalesce for it to grow to scale, according to panel at Rapid + TCT conference.
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October 27, 2015
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Oct'15
Oracle cloud ERP adds manufacturing, supply chain planning
Oracle has added its Manufacturing Cloud and Planning Central Cloud to the SaaS suite for supply chain management. While Oracle touts the move, some analysts are more reserved.
Supply chain planning and execution Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Why is supplier segmentation key to supplier relationship management?
Your customer relies on your supply chain to work well, so that means you need effective supplier relationship management. Here's information to help you create it. Continue Reading
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What is the difference between logistics and supply chain management?
Logistics is part of supply chain management, but the two terms are often used synonymously. Here's a quick explanation of how these two are different. Continue Reading
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asset performance management (APM)
Asset performance management (APM) is both a strategy and a set of software tools for tracking and managing the health of an organization's physical assets. Continue Reading
Evaluate Supply chain planning and execution Vendors & Products
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How does machine learning support supply chain optimization?
Machine learning is being used to improve a wide array of business processes, including supply chain management functions. Here's a look at three areas it's helping the most. Continue Reading
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Can low-code development benefit supply chain management?
The low-code/no-code movement is exploding as it puts app development into the hands of business users. One possibly overlooked area for this technology is the supply chain. Continue Reading
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Is the lack of IIoT standards holding back industrial progress?
Some companies are blazing forward in their efforts to implement industrial IoT, while the issue of standards causes some to hold back until there is more clarity. Continue Reading
Manage Supply chain planning and execution
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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What's most important in creating a supply chain management strategy?
Begin with the end in mind -- great customer service. That's one secret to establishing your supply chain priorities; one that can help as you decide on its tradeoffs. Continue Reading
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S/4HANA supply chain trends: More visibility, complex integration
The need for digital supply chain transformation is clear. SAP has the right platform, but implementation is a challenge for companies, according to some analysts. Continue Reading
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Q&A: Brittain Ladd on digital supply chain transformation
Brittain Ladd of Genpact tells why organizations need to transform their supply chains with machine learning and analytics to mitigate disruptions and compete more effectively. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Supply chain planning and execution Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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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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Planning for supply chain risk assessment and mitigation
Natural disasters, geopolitical tensions and unacceptable social or environmental practices can endanger supply chains, but the right tools can mitigate the risks. Continue Reading
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Supply chain risk mitigation strategies on multiple fronts
Experts say you can't tackle supply chain risk with a one-size-fits-all approach. It has to address many facets -- and supplier relationships are the key. Continue Reading