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Cars on Demand: Production to Order is Changing the Automotive Industry’s Supply Chain

Arkestro

Resources / Blog / Cars on Demand: Production to Order is Changing the Automotive Industry’s Supply Chain Cars on Demand: Production to Order is Changing the Automotive Industry’s Supply Chain The automotive industry has always been at the forefront of implementing innovative production methods to meet consumer demands efficiently.

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Inventories pile up as customers buy less

Strategic Sourceror

During the pandemic, when buying activity was frenzied and personal savings were substantial, the modus operandi for retailers was pretty straightforward: If you have it in stock, customers will purchase it — whether in store or online. Although the pullback has been slow, it's starting to be borne out in the data.

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Budgeting Process: Steps and Best Practices for Planning a Budget

Planergy

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Changes in Business Operations Significant changes in your business operations, such as new product launches, acquisitions, or changes in your supply chain, can impact your budget projections.

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Horizontal vs. Vertical Integration: A Comprehensive Guide

Planergy

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Vertical Integration: By taking control of different stages of the production or distribution process, businesses can gain supply chain control, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and differentiate their products and services.