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So After Investing $1 Million+ in Systems, Why Are We Making Important Decisions from Spreadsheets?
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So After Investing $1 Million+ in Systems, Why Are We Making Important Decisions from Spreadsheets?

Better Use of ERP / Systems, Capacity & Labor Planning, Data Analytics & Business Intelligence, ERP & Technology, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Planning

So After Investing $1 Million+ in Systems, Why Are We Making Important Decisions from Spreadsheets?

Every CFO seems to wonder why they spend millions on ERP upgrades yet critical decisions seem to boil down to spreadsheets.

admin2025-01-02T18:13:15-08:00December 21, 2024|Categories: Better Use of ERP / Systems, Capacity & Labor Planning, Data Analytics & Business Intelligence, ERP & Technology, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: automation, business consulting, business process, capacity planning, data analytics, data integrity, ERP, inventory management, MRP, planning, predictive analytics, supply chain|

Planning & MRP Upgrades to Support Revenue Plans & Proactively Plan Capacity
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Planning & MRP Upgrades to Support Revenue Plans & Proactively Plan Capacity

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

Planning & MRP Upgrades to Support Revenue Plans & Proactively Plan Capacity

Fulfilling customer demand successfully is not as easy as it was prior to this volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment. As supply chain disruptions continue to rage, planners jump through hoops, expedite, and are a bit frazzled trying to support customer requirements while meeting operational objectives, pushing back when needed on sales commitments, and addressing cost concerns.

admin2024-12-23T19:07:05-08:00December 20, 2024|Categories: Capacity & Labor Planning, Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: business process, capacity planning, CRP, ERP, MRP, planning, process improvement, production planning, S&OP, SIOP|

Strikes and labor negotiations highlight need for resilient supply chains
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Strikes and labor negotiations highlight need for resilient supply chains

In The News, Media, Supply Chain (End-to-End), Supply Chain Transformation, Optimization & Collaboration

Strikes and labor negotiations highlight need for resilient supply chains

Companies can mitigate the volatility caused by labor disputes by rethinking sourcing strategies, upgrading planning processes, and using advanced technology.

admin2024-12-14T22:43:32-08:00November 1, 2024|Categories: In The News, Media, Supply Chain (End-to-End), Supply Chain Transformation, Optimization & Collaboration|Tags: artificial intelligence, automation, business process, digitized supply chain, production planning, S&OP, SIOP, strikes, supply chain resiliency, VUCA|

Hurricanes, Common Sense Strategies & Predictive Planning Strategies
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Hurricanes, Common Sense Strategies & Predictive Planning Strategies

Supply Chain (End-to-End), Supply Chain Transformation, Optimization & Collaboration

Hurricanes, Common Sense Strategies & Predictive Planning Strategies

Hurricane Milton has blown through Florida. In addition to continuing havoc since it occurred close behind Hurricane Helene, it has created further supply chain disruptions that will have ripples throughout the globe.

admin2024-10-13T22:50:14-07:00October 11, 2024|Categories: Supply Chain (End-to-End), Supply Chain Transformation, Optimization & Collaboration|Tags: business process, ERP, inventory, preparation, S&OP, SIOP, supplier management, supply chain disruptions, supply chain technologies, suppy chain risk, technology|

Production & Labor Scheduling Case Study to Maximize Productivity
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Production & Labor Scheduling Case Study to Maximize Productivity

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

Production & Labor Scheduling Case Study to Maximize Productivity

As geopolitical and economic risks rise, executives become more concerned. Proactive clients are taking action to boldly invest where it makes sense while aggressively focusing on inventory and cost reduction of non-value added items/ work and also ensuring high customer service levels.

admin2024-08-11T23:53:26-07:00August 9, 2024|Categories: Capacity & Labor Planning, Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: business process, business results, labor scheduling, operational efficiency, production planning, Production scheduling, productivity|

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

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

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 [...]

admin2024-05-28T16:39:41-07:00January 23, 2024|Categories: Manufacturing, Production & Inventory Management, Production & Materials Planning, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: better use of 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|

Better Utilizing ERP for Sustainable Results
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Better Utilizing ERP for Sustainable Results

Better Use of ERP / Systems, ERP & Technology

Better Utilizing ERP for Sustainable Results

99% of the companies that bring us on board for consulting projects can accelerate bottom line business results by better utilizing their ERP system.

admin2024-05-31T09:22:35-07:00January 7, 2024|Categories: Better Use of ERP / Systems, ERP & Technology|Tags: better use of ERP, building & construction, business consulting, business process, ERP, ERP benefits, manufacturing, master scheduling, production planning, Production scheduling, replenishment planning, S&OP, SAP, SIOP, supply chain, technology|

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, 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 [...]

admin2024-05-31T15:30:05-07:00November 20, 2023|Categories: Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Press Releases, Production & Inventory Management, Supply Chain Planning|Tags: business consulting, business process, customer service, demand planning, manufacturing, order fulfillment, process improvement, supply chain, supply chain consultant|