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Supply Chain Management
Plex Manufacturing Blog
2021 State of Supply Chain Planning
As 2021 begins to take shape, leaders are looking for guidance on what to expect next. This article covers the current state of supply chain planning. ...
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Supply Chain Affects Everyone — Outlining KPIs and Metrics for Leaders and Decision-Makers
Decisions made by managers and business leaders defines the success of any enterprise. Learn how to outline KPIs and metrics for the supply chain. ...
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The Delicate Balance of Safety Stock vs. Safety Time
With disruption such as COVID-19 rapidly shifting consumer tastes, market volatility, and human error, the threat of both overstock and stockouts is always present. On the one hand, companies strive to have enough stock available to manage their order position and fulfill service level agreements. On the other, excess inventory can drive up costs and restrict cash flow. So what part does safety…
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Low Forecast Inventory Accuracy and the Impact on Inventory
Find out more about people's attitudes towards forecast inventory accuracy and what impact this can have on inventory management. ...
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6 Best MRP Practices For Manufacturers
Manufacturers utilizing MRP to plan material requirements can ensure data integrity and accuracy using these six best practices. ...
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How Data Accuracy in Your ERP Impacts Supply Chain Planning
Understanding how data accuracy in your ERP impacts supply planning will support companies looking for new ways to streamline their business processes. ...
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Contextualizing Inventory for Planning
Contextualizing inventory for planning can help companies manage their supply chains after a few years of uncertainty. Find out more here. ...
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Advantages of Cloud vs. On Premises Planning Software
For companies considering the purchase of supply chain planning software, one major decision to be made up-front is whether to purchase on-premises or cloud-based software. Traditionally, on-premises software applications were the norm. These systems offered automation, advanced features, and the ability to improve productivity and accuracy within supply chains....
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Consumption-Based Planning - Danger Ahead
Before we talk about consumption-based planning, here’s a cautionary tale. On dark, curvy roads during bad weather, warning signs and lights are critical in helping prevent accidents. If the signs are too close to the curve, momentum and slow response can spell disaster. But even the location of the sign can be a relative factor; with speed, vehicle weight, vehicle size, and experience of the…
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Food and Beverage Manufacturer Shows Off Benefit of an Agile Manufacturing Process
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit manufacturing, it quickly became clear the companies that would succeed would be companies that could pivot on a dime. One of those companies is Plex customer Olde Thompson. Headquartered in Oxnard, California, the company is the world’s largest manufacturer of salt and pepper mills and a leading manufacturer of private label and branded dry spices and seasonings.…
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