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The Economy, Outlook & Strategies for Success
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The Economy, Outlook & Strategies for Success

Business & the Economy, Supply Chain Briefing

The Economy, Outlook & Strategies for Success

In the last month, we've participated in at least six economic forecast presentations or discussions with experts (economic, banking, investment, manufacturing). Although they each had nuances, common themes emerged. Adding our expertise into the mix, we see volatility on the horizon.

admin2024-02-08T20:42:32-08:00February 7, 2024|Categories: Business & the Economy, Supply Chain Briefing|Tags: business consulting, business process, business strategy, business trends, data, ERP, geopolitical risk, inflationary pressures, manufacturing, MRP, recession-proofing strategies, S&OP, SIOP, supply chain risk, supply chain strategy, technology|

Why Planning Is Impacted As Disruptions Abound
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Why Planning Is Impacted As Disruptions Abound

Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Management

Why Planning Is Impacted As Disruptions Abound

Disruptions have not stopped. China has been flying balloons over Taiwan. North Korea is threatening South Korea. Russia continues its war with Ukraine. Israel is at war with Hamas [...]

admin2024-03-28T17:46:28-07:00January 23, 2024|Categories: Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Management|Tags: better utilize ERP, business process, business results, demand planning, ERP, geopolitical risk, MRP, process disciplines, production planning, replenishment planning, S&OP, SIOP, supply chain, supply chain disruptions, supply chain risk, talent|

Master Scheduling & Production Planning Case Study: Gaining Visibility for Results
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Master Scheduling & Production Planning Case Study: Gaining Visibility for Results

Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Planning

Master Scheduling & Production Planning Case Study: Gaining Visibility for Results

Although production and materials planning can be overlooked in its importance in most companies if going smoothly, it is cornerstone to success.

admin2024-01-16T20:39:32-08:00January 6, 2024|Categories: Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: business consulting, business process, business results, capacity planning, industrial equipment, manufacturing, master scheduling, production planning, S&OP, SIOP, supply chain, supply chain consultant|

Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Highlights Proactive Backlog Management as a Keystone for Elevating Customer Service in Manufacturing
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Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Highlights Proactive Backlog Management as a Keystone for Elevating Customer Service in Manufacturing

Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Press Releases, Production & Inventory Management, Replenishment, Distribution & VMI Planning, Supply Chain Planning

Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Highlights Proactive Backlog Management as a Keystone for Elevating Customer Service in Manufacturing

CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA – November 20, 2023 – In a business landscape characterized by unprecedented business volatility, maintaining stellar customer service emerges as a critical differentiator for companies navigating the ebbs and flows of the current market. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Consultant Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD and President of [...]

admin2023-12-09T22:47:07-08:00November 20, 2023|Categories: Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Press Releases, Production & Inventory Management, Replenishment, Distribution & VMI Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: business consulting, business process, customer service, demand planning, manufacturing, order fulfillment, process improvement, supply chain, supply chain consultant|

How Simple Metrics Will Drive Results
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How Simple Metrics Will Drive Results

Distribution & Warehousing, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics

How Simple Metrics Will Drive Results

Simple metrics drive results. Whether a food and beverage manufacturer or an aerospace distributor, measuring the "right" metrics will focus attention on key issues and drive results.

admin2024-03-29T23:21:41-07:00November 13, 2023|Categories: Distribution & Warehousing, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: business consulting, business process, distribution, manufacturing, metrics, OTIF, supply chain, supply chain consultant|

The Power of SIOP / S&OP in Fueling Profitable Growth
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The Power of SIOP / S&OP in Fueling Profitable Growth

I've Been Thinking, SIOP - S&OP, SIOP Execution - S&OE, SIOP Planning & Execution

The Power of SIOP / S&OP in Fueling Profitable Growth

In the last month, clients have been proving the critical importance of SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), also known as S&OP or IBP (Integrated Business Planning) time and again.

admin2024-03-29T23:23:38-07:00November 1, 2023|Categories: I've Been Thinking, SIOP - S&OP, SIOP Execution - S&OE, SIOP Planning & Execution|Tags: business consulting, business growth, business process, manufacturing, profitability, S&OP, SIOP, supply chain, supply chain consultant|

Geopolitics, Natural Resources & Impacts to the Supply Chain
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Geopolitics, Natural Resources & Impacts to the Supply Chain

Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics

Geopolitics, Natural Resources & Impacts to the Supply Chain

There are mountains of geopolitical threats going on with significant impact on the supply chain. Most, if not all of these also relate to natural resources.

admin2024-03-29T23:43:24-07:00June 19, 2023|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: backup sources of supply, business process, China's water crisis, friendshoring, geopolitical risk, natural resources, nearshoring, reshoring, S&OP, securing supply chains, SIOP, supply chain assessment, supply chain risk|

Five steps to manage supplier risk in your supply chain | Netstock
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Five steps to manage supplier risk in your supply chain | Netstock

In The News, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management

Five steps to manage supplier risk in your supply chain | Netstock

Improved supplier data will give your supply chain the competitive advantage to drive customer loyalty.

admin2024-01-21T21:45:50-08:00June 5, 2022|Categories: In The News, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management|Tags: best practices, business process, Collaborative customer programs, customer service, data, inventory management, supplier management, VMI|

Manage the Impact of Supplier Risk in your Supply Chain
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Manage the Impact of Supplier Risk in your Supply Chain

In The News, Interviews, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, Videos & Podcasts, Webinars

Manage the Impact of Supplier Risk in your Supply Chain

In this webinar, industry expert Lisa Anderson along with NETSTOCK's Russ Graff discuss their top insights on how businesses can improve their processes and reduce supplier risk to ensure they deliver what their customers need.

admin2024-02-13T23:00:13-08:00April 22, 2022|Categories: In The News, Interviews, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, Videos & Podcasts, Webinars|Tags: business process, lead time improvement, supplier management, supply chain, supply chain risk|

5P Accelerator Process to Fast-Track Growth & Profits During Business Volatility
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5P Accelerator Process to Fast-Track Growth & Profits During Business Volatility

Cost reduction / Margin improvement, Manufacturing, Process Improvement

5P Accelerator Process to Fast-Track Growth & Profits During Business Volatility

Our most successful clients are constantly thinking about how to thrive in ever-changing, volatile conditions. They cannot afford to wait to see what is working for their competitors and then go "all in". Instead, only those who are resilient, innovative, and thinking five steps ahead will thrive in the next decade.

admin2024-01-24T21:08:10-08:00April 20, 2022|Categories: Cost reduction / Margin improvement, Manufacturing, Process Improvement|Tags: best practices, business growth, business process, profitability, VUCA|