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The Best Ways to Use Project Management to Build Resilient Supply Chains Amid Global Disruptions

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By using its main principles, companies can: Identify risks early and develop contingency plans. Improve collaboration between suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners. Businesses need to identify vulnerabilities in their networks, from supplier dependencies to transportation delays.

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8 Signs You Need Inventory Planning Software

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Do you need inventory planning software? Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms are a big investment for any organization. But unfortunately for inventory management teams, ERPs often lack functionality when it comes to more sophisticated inventory planning and replenishment requirements.

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Supply Chain Network Design — Everything About Supply Chain

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You have the option to either buy from suppliers or configure your own tool that suits your needs and is cost-efficient. Inventory planning One of the most challenging aspects of supply chain management is inventory planning and management. Frequently asked questions + What is supply chain network design?

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Coronavirus Series Part 3 – Improving Inventory Planning During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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In this four-part blog series we look at the impact COVID-19 has had on supply chains and how inventory optimization software can help. In this post we focus on inventory planning and how to optimize stock levels despite erratic customer behavior and supply restrictions. How to prevent excess stock piling up in the warehouse.

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Inventory Planning to Reduce Chinese New Year Disruption

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Chinese New Year (aka Lunar New Year) might seem like a long way off, but smart inventory managers will be starting to plan for this event very soon. The more prepared you are, the greater your ability to ensure that this annual supplier shutdown causes as little disruption as possible. Chinese New Year shutdowns.

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Inventory planning to reduce Chinese New Year disruption

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Smart inventory managers plan for Chinese New Year (aka Lunar New Year) many months before the event. The more prepared you are, the greater your ability to ensure that this annual supplier shutdown causes as little disruption as possible. Do you need different contingencies for different suppliers?

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How MTSS Platforms Can Prepare the Next Generation of Supply Chain Professionals

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Enhancing Collaboration Capabilities Supply chain management is inherently collaborative, often requiring coordination between suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. By engaging in these simulated environments, students gain practical experience in decision-making, strategic planning, and crisis management.