Key to Sales (and Career) Success
It seems it should be easy to figure out a way to be likeable; however, I don't think that's necessarily true.
Why Marketing Shouldn’t be Overlooked with SIOP
Integrating marketing in the SIOP process is crucial for aligning demand planning with business growth, customer engagement, and supply chain efficiency
The Power of Caring & Hospice of the Valley
Think about what type of environment you want to create in your company, department, team or with your customers and suppliers. How can you make that a reality?
Are You Ready for Q4?
Think about what is important to your business and evaluate what should be done in preparation for Q4. You’ll be ahead of the curve.
Why Care About Systems Transactions?
Accurate systems transactions improve inventory accuracy, customer service, and operational efficiency in business
SIOP/ Integrated Business Planning
Manufacturing and distributing product to meet customer demand can be like a puzzle unless you start using SIOP as a core process to run your business. SIOP (sales, inventory, & operations planning) taken to the best practice degree is often associated with integrated business planning. In some circles, they [...]
The Power of Customer Service & My Poor Car
Customer service can go much further than anyone realizes. A friendly smile at the right time. A suggestion at the right time. Providing a referral. There are countless ways to go over and beyond.
Should We Always Aim to Reduce Inventory Levels?
Though reducing inventory is generally advisable special situations arise when stocking inventory makes good business sense.
Why The Little Things Matter
Think about what seemingly little things you are doing that could provide extra value - or be annoying - to your customers.
Slashing Lead Times to Counter the ‘Amazon Effect’
Must you compromise quality for speed? Reducing lead time will increase customer satisfaction and avoid the Amazon Effect.