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History and Evolution of Supply Chain and Logistics

SCMDOJO

In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. and J-P Rodrigue (2004)).

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10 Outstanding Books for SCM Professionals

Supply Chain Opz

Are you a supply chain management professional who are looking for inspiring ideas to improve the operations of your supply chain? Background Early this year, I published one article named " 10 Greatest Supply Chain Management Books of All Time ".

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What are the top 10 procurement predictions for 2030?

Procurement Insights

Ensuring data security across the supply chain will become paramount, with procurement professionals playing a key role in safeguarding against cyber threats. The procurement gateway 2024 – [link] CXOs and enterprise security 2010 – [link] 5. Gig economy – [link] Decentralization – [link] 6.

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The Future of xP&A and Supply Chain Planning – Part 1

Supply Chain Trend

In two articles, based on the webinar “XP&A in action: Enhancing FP&A Agility with Supply Chain Planning” , I will discuss the future of xP&A and supply chain planning. Although there might be a renewed interest, a formalised integration between supply chain planning and finance is not a new idea.

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Top 10 Transportation Challenges and Solutions Identified in Research

SCMDOJO

Watch how else you can make your supply chain efficient “Unlock Efficiency: How to Implement AI in Your Supply Chain” on our SCMDOJO YouTube Channel 6. Supply Chain Management: Logistics, Planning, and Collaboration. Key Constraints / Issues for Vehicle Utilisation. Freight Transport Association.

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Outside-in planning: a big elephant that needs a bite-size approach

Supply Chain Trend

It is not new in supply chain management either. Lee’s uncertainty framework (2002) shows how segment your supply chain in demand streams and how to define your supply chain response to that. It is not new in strategy. Elegantly put in a two by two we all love.

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Supply Chain Collaboration – The New Way to Drive Value!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Making The Right Choices.