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Supply Chain
Plex Manufacturing Blog
Chief Supply Chain Officer Responsibilities
Supply chain planning requires the implementation of best practices in network design and demand forecasting. We cover this and all the responsibilities of a Chief Supply Chain Officer. ...
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5 Ways to Reduce Lead Times in Your Supply Chain
The single biggest frustration a customer will have with any business is waiting. These five tips can help you reduce lead times in your supply chain. ...
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Is Poor Inventory Management Creating Chaos in Your House?
Is your poor inventory management creating chaos in your house? Planning for changes in demand for products is a situation everyone has to deal with. ...
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MRP and Inventory Management
In the world of inventory management, there is a term, Excess & Obsolete, E&O, used to designate two classes of undesirable inventory. Find out more here. ...
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E&O Inventory Management
Inventory is an ongoing challenge for companies - especially if it's considered outdated and over-stocked. Learn more about E&O inventory management here. ...
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The Role of Salespeople in the Demand Planning Process
Building strong relationships with your sales teams can offer significant advantages. Learn more about the role of salespeople in the demand planning process....
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The 3 Pillars of Effective Sales and Operations Plans
The three pillars of effective sales and operations plans affect nearly everything you do, including promotions, pricing, inventory management, and supplier. ...
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Are Product Reviews part of your S&OP Process?
Do you review your product portfolio on a regular basis? Assess profitability or potential profit-loss, demand behaviors, life-cycle management and more here....
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How to Win a Food Fight With the Competition: OEE & Automation
While there are countless factors that impact your operations, one of the most critical is time. There are only so many hours in the day – time ultimately limits what your operations achieve from quarter to quarter and year over year. Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) is the key metric that measures the efficiency of your manufacturing process. Here’s what you should know about factors…
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