Gauging Recent China Tariff Increases
On May 14, 2024, the White House announced increased tariffs on Chinese imports across industry sectors that include steel and aluminum, semiconductors, electric vehicles, batteries, critical minerals, solar cells, ship-to-shore cranes...
Sales & Marketing Leader’s Role in S&OP
Updated: June 26, 2024
Published: February 4, 2021
What is the Sales & Marketing Leader’s Role in S&OP?
The Sales & Marketing leader is a key part of the Roles and Responsibilities of Sales...
Master Schedule: A Critical Function in S&OP
Introduction to Master Schedule in S&OP
The master schedule – also known as production plan – is crucial within the roles and responsibilities of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP). It aligns supply...
What to Know About QAD Advanced Scheduling
QAD Advanced Scheduling helps manufacturers improve productivity and accelerate factory performance. The solution optimizes production decisions by determining what products to make on each line in the best possible sequence to...
Driving S&OP Success: The Operations Leader’s Function
Understanding the Operations Leader's Role in S&OP
Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) requires a multi-functional team that allows each part of an organization to participate in the development of the process plan.
An...
3 Core Capabilities for Effective S&OP/IBP
In today's business environment, disruption and complexity have become the norm. This makes sustainable, and profitable, customer satisfaction harder to achieve.
To succeed in a changing environment, companies need both long-term strategic...
Embracing Change: The Journey to MMOG/LE Success at TS Tech
In the dynamic landscape of manufacturing, adaptation is key to staying ahead of the curve. TS Tech, a supplier of seats and interiors, exemplifies this principle through their implementation of MMOG/LE...
Why Integrated Business Planning is Critical in Food & Beverage
The food and beverage industry is an ever-fluctuating landscape with a constant demand for operational efficiency. The key to navigating this challenging environment is robust Integrated Business Planning (IBP). Leveraging our...
Automotive Supply Chain Management Lessons for Life Sciences
Transitioning from Automotive to Life Sciences
In a recent episode of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast, Carrie Uhl, a seasoned supply chain executive, shares her journey from being the Vice President...
What to Know About Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)?
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) is a crucial practice to ensure operational efficiency, supply chain resilience and strategic decision-making. By developing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers, organizations can improve pricing,...