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51 Expert Tips on Inventory Control Methods

“Inventory accuracy is cornerstone to success” says Lisa Anderson, The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA. 51 Expert Tips on Inventory Control Methods Inventory control is a critical function for businesses spanning every industry. Without effective inventory control methods, the supply chain suffers, you’re not [...]

2024-02-16T18:13:39-08:00January 17, 2020|Categories: In The News, Inventory Management & Control, Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , |
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Top 5 Inventory Management Techniques

Great inventory management techniques are critical as supply chain complexity grows. Here's a look at the top techniques to help your company succeed. Whether you're an SMB or a large enterprise, solid inventory management techniques are critical for success. Inventory management, a component of supply chain management (SCM), controls [...]

2024-02-16T18:14:28-08:00January 17, 2020|Categories: In The News, Inventory Management & Control, Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , , , |
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Inventory or Capacity?

Inventory has emerged as a hot topic lately. In today’s Amazon-impacted business environment, customers expect rapid, customized deliveries, the ability to change their mind anytime and easy interactions.
2023-11-09T22:27:13-08:00November 18, 2019|Categories: Capacity & Labor Planning, Inner Circle, Inventory Management & Control, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Scalability & Resource Planning, Production & Inventory Management, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , , , |
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Do You Know Your Demand for Your Custom Business?

Demand planning is critically important to inventory management success. Drive better inventory control, cash flow, and profitability
2024-02-16T18:53:20-08:00October 23, 2019|Categories: Demand Planning, Inner Circle, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , , , |
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Top Trending Client Request: Reduce Inventory

ore than 50% of client requests in the last several months have related to inventory. In fact, it seems to be a trending hot topic! In today's era of the Amazon Effect where customers expect more and have ZERO patience to wait yet we are in a volatile environment with tariffs and concerns about space, costs and more, more inventory is needed to grow the business yet businesses cannot afford it.
2023-11-19T17:38:28-08:00September 10, 2019|Categories: Inventory Management & Control, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , , |
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Is there an ROI on a Forecasting System?

Since forecasting can deliver significant benefits with increased levels of service, inventory turnover and margin improvement, the question that inevitably arises is whether it makes sense to purchase a forecasting or demand planning system.
2023-11-19T18:50:27-08:00August 7, 2019|Categories: Demand Planning, ERP & Technology, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain Technologies|Tags: , , , |
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Is Demand Planning/ Sales Forecasting Hype or Valuable?

According to Gartner statistics, significant bottom line results can occur with just a 1% improvement in forecast accuracy. In fact, there are staggering improvements in lead time, inventory reduction and margins, so why not at least explore the idea?
2023-11-19T19:35:38-08:00August 7, 2019|Categories: Demand Planning, ERP & Technology, ERP Selection & Upgrades, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: |
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Is CRM Valuable?

When clients decide to upgrade ERP, they also look at CRM (customer relationship management) because it makes sense to align the technology infrastructure into a common platform that will be fully integrated and scalable.
2024-02-16T20:17:10-08:00August 7, 2019|Categories: Demand Planning, ERP & Technology, ERP Selection & Upgrades, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , , , , |
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Let’s Manage Inventory for Our Customers

Explore Vendor Managed Inventory Benefits for improved supply chain efficiency, customer satisfaction, and cash flow.
2024-02-16T20:29:49-08:00May 16, 2019|Categories: Inner Circle, Replenishment, Distribution & VMI Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , |
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Ideas to Fill Peak Capacity Periods

As we toured several e-commerce facilities such as UPS and Amazon, it became obvious that the sheer volume during peak season presents a huge dilemma. For example, UPS goes from 250-300 containers per night to 450 during peak season. Now that is quite a surge! Amazon has similar surges and stated facts such as 68 million orders on Cyber Monday. 
2024-02-16T20:44:27-08:00February 13, 2019|Categories: Capacity & Labor Planning, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Scalability & Resource Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: , , , |
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