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Facts you should know about charting a new course in effective distribution supply chain management.Free whitepapers. Wholesale
distributors that pursue growth while neglecting supply chain effectiveness are putting their long-term survival at risk—usually
for no good reason. Supply chains have gained c (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Facts you should know about charting a new course in effective distribution supply chain
management.Free whitepapers. Wholesale distributors that p... ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
The objective of supply chain logistics - to provide goods to the right place at the right time in the right quantity - is
easy to understand, but achieving this objective while minimizing costs is not an easy task. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
The objective of supply chain logistics - to provide goods to the right place at the right time in the right quantity - is
easy to understand, but...
Published:
2001-12-02
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Abstract:
Performance addresses issues surrounding how the new economy is transforming the supply chain and ultimately, how Andersen
conducts business. Through this effort, they express how their customers, and the industry in general, are creating a more
innovative supply chain. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Performance addresses issues surrounding how the new economy is transforming the supply chain and ultimately, how Andersen
conducts business. Thro...
Published:
2001-12-08
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Abstract:
Because the technology has become easier to implement, use, and maintain, many of the challenges to achieving the benefits
that supply chain management software applications can provide have been removed. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Because the technology has become easier to implement, use, and maintain, many of the challenges to achieving the benefits
that supply chain manag...
Published:
2001-09-14
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Abstract:
There are critical objectives that Supply Chain Management Software must satisfy to meet the challenges faced by wholesale
distributors. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
There are critical objectives that Supply Chain Management Software must satisfy to meet the challenges faced by wholesale
distributors.
Published:
2001-09-12
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Abstract:
This paper examines the steel service center segment of the wholesale distribution industry as a case in point of the challenges
facing distributors and the relief offered through supply chain software. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
This paper examines the steel service center segment of the wholesale distribution industry as a case in point of the challenges
facing distributo...
Published:
2001-09-08
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Abstract:
Today’s manufacturers face increasing global competition and complex manufacturing networks. Supply chain management provides
manufacturers with the needed visibility into their supply chain, as well as software solutions, to help give them a competitive
edge. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Today’s manufacturers face increasing global competition and complex manufacturing networks. Supply chain management provides
manufacturers with t...
Published:
2008-04-11
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Abstract:
Forward-looking companies are focusing on managing supply chain risk. The same functionality that supports supply chain network
visibility, collaboration, and analytics can also enable supply chain risk management. This white paper shows that companies
often actually possess the data they need, but disco (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Supply Chain Risk Management for Wholesale Distribution Companies: Planning
for Disruption. Source: itelligence, Inc. Document Type ...
Published:
2011-03-25
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Abstract:
Advanced planning and optimization makes supply chain systems cost effective. It is the brain of the supply chain because
it works on top of all other software tools that plan, monitor, and control supply chain activities and control them. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Advanced planning and optimization makes supply chain systems cost effective. It is the brain of the supply chain because
it works on top of all o...
Published:
2005-08-20
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This is a reprint of the summary chapter from the book Managing Your Supply Chain Using Microsoft Navision by Dr. Scott Hamilton. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
This is a reprint of the summary chapter from the book Managing Your Supply Chain Using Microsoft Navision by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
Published:
2005-07-05
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Abstract:
I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll notice this one has a broader focus than Showdowns we’ve done in the past. Again we’ll be comparing three
vendor solutions head-to-head, but not just (...)
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distribution supply chain:
I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution
Showdown. You’ll...
Published:
2008-05-23
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Abstract:
Today, there is less clarity in wholesale, retail, and vertical sales operations than ever before. In a marketplace that
dictates increasingly complex operations, distribution centers of all types need to ensure that their warehouse management
systems keep up with customer demand. To keep your supply cha (...)
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distribution supply chain:
A Key Link in the Supply Chain—Connecting Business Strategy to Distribution
Center Processes. Source: Consultleague. Document Type ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
The supply chain planning market will top $2.5 billion in 2000, driven in large part by the needs of Internet customer fulfillment. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
The supply chain planning market will top $2.5 billion in 2000, driven in large part by the needs of Internet customer fulfillment.
Published:
2000-04-04
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Abstract:
The arrival of the new economy has brought significant changes to the existing business landscape. In particular, the retail
industry is quickly learning the value of developing strategic working relationships with vendor partners to improve supply
chain efficiency. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
The arrival of the new economy has brought significant changes to the existing business landscape. In particular, the retail
industry is quickly l...
Published:
2001-12-02
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Abstract:
The nature of a sales and operations planning (S&OP) game plan depends on several factors, such as the need to anticipate
demand, the item's primary source of supply, and the production strategy for manufactured items. Consideration of these factors
can be illustrated with several common scenarios. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
The nature of a sales and operations planning (S&OP) game plan depends on several factors, such as the need to anticipate
demand, the item's prima...
Published:
2004-03-25
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Abstract:
Performance addresses issues surrounding how the new economy is transforming the supply chain and ultimately, how Andersen
conducts business. Through this effort, they express how their customers, and the industry in general, are creating a more
innovative supply chain. (...)
Excerpt related to
distribution supply chain:
Performance addresses issues surrounding how the new economy is transforming the supply chain and ultimately, how Andersen
conducts business. Thro...
Published:
2001-12-08
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Abstract:
IBM and EXE Technologies today announced a global strategic relationship in which the two vendors will provide supply chain
customers with integrated solutions that will help them transform into e-businesses. These solutions will be initially targeted
to customers in the automotive, consumer packaged goo (...)
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distribution supply chain:
IBM and EXE Technologies today announced a global strategic relationship in which the two vendors will provide supply chain
customers with integra...
Published:
1999-11-17
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Abstract:
The merger of traditional brick-and-mortar manufacturer Illinois Tool Works with Internet-based Click Commerce is puzzling,
but has some method to the madness. Only time will tell how easily and tightly their tools will "click" with each other. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
The merger of traditional brick-and-mortar manufacturer Illinois Tool Works with Internet-based Click Commerce is puzzling,
but has some method to...
Published:
2006-11-13
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Abstract:
PeopleSoft has once again proven the naysayers wrong about its ability to sell supply chain management. Its Accelerated
Supply Chain Management offering bundles core e-business functionality into a scaled down package for the mid market, a segment
that not even SCM market leader i2 has conquered. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
PeopleSoft has once again proven the naysayers wrong about its ability to sell supply chain management. Its Accelerated Supply
Chain Management o...
Published:
2001-07-24
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Abstract:
Today, globalization is becoming a way of business. With big-box retailers, supplier relationship management (SRM) has become
an important component in how organizations conduct business. In this podcast, Rodney Winger from Epicor discusses ERP - distribution
software and SRM solutions. (...)
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distribution supply chain:
Today, globalization is becoming a way of business. With big-box retailers, supplier relationship management (SRM) has become
an important compone...
Published:
2007-07-25