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July 17, 2018
Strategic supply chain planning requires best practices in network design, demand forecasting, inventory optimization, strategic supply chain planning, and sales and operations planning (S&OP). But the list doesn't stop there for the Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO). For a company to remain competitive, the Chief Supply Chain Officer must deliver innovative cost-reduction strategies and present a market strategy differentiator. The inclusion of a CSCO is crucial in the evolution of a strategic and agile supply chain plan. Read more about the ongoing evolution of the Chief Supply Chain Officer responsibilities here.
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Plex, by Rockwell Automation, is the leader in cloud-delivered smart manufacturing solutions, empowering the world’s manufacturers to make awesome products. Our platform gives manufacturers the ability to connect, automate, track and analyze every aspect of their business to drive transformation. The Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform includes solutions for manufacturing execution (MES), ERP, quality, supply chain planning and management, Industrial IoT and analytics to connect people, systems, machines, and supply chains, enabling them to lead with precision, efficiency and agility.
