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Blog 20/05/2025

What is Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization? Why It's Essential for Modern Supply Chain

Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization is a strategy for optimizing inventory management within global supply chains. Multi-Echelon Inventory Planning (MEIP) and Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO) are two sides of the same coin. MEIP defines how inventory should be structured and coordinated across supply chain stages, while MEIO uses analytics and AI to optimize those levels for cost, service, and agility. Together, they create the foundation for smarter, more connected inventory management.

Blog 17/05/2025

How Can Machine Learning/AI Improve Forecast Accuracy in Supply Chain Operations

Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming supply chain forecasting from an art to a science

Blog 21/04/2025

What is Demand Forecasting and How Can It Optimize Your Operations?

Demand forecasting improves supply chain efficiency by anticipating market fluctuations or changing customer expectations – allowing you to respond on time.

Blog 21/04/2025

What is Network Design in Supply Chain Planning?

Network design in supply chain planning helps you create a blueprint for how products will most efficiently flow from suppliers to customers. Properly implemented, it will have a significant positive impact on your company’s supply chain, costs, and customer satisfaction.

Blog 28/03/2025

What is Scheduling in Supply Chain Planning?

Without proper supply chain scheduling, businesses risk delays, excess costs, and inefficiencies that can disrupt – or entirely halt – operations. However, organizations that effectively develop and manage scheduling will enjoy a wide range of benefits.

Blog 27/03/2025

What is Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) in Supply Chain Management

Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) bridges the gap between business strategy and day-to-day operations. This helps organizations work together toward the same goals.

Blog 18/03/2025

What is Order Promising in Supply Chain Planning?

Order promising helps businesses set realistic delivery commitments that keep customers satisfied. Effective order promising is also a huge indicator of overall supply chain efficiency.

Blog 19/02/2025

The US Trade Policy Shift: Who Wins and Who Loses in Supply Chains?

The Trump administration began with a bang, announcing the new tariff policy, which sent ripples across the business world. Wall Street reacted positively to the tariff policy announcement, with the S&P 500 rising  1% to end at 6,115.07. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 342.87 points, or 0.8%, while the Nasdaq Composite jumped 1.5%.

Blog 03/02/2025

Customer-Centric Supply Chain Planning with Decision Intelligence

In today’s highly competitive landscape, businesses must continuously adapt to the changing needs of their customers. This evolution is especially critical for supply chain management.

Blog 24/12/2024

What is Procurement Management in Supply Chain Planning?

Procurement management is a critical aspect of supply chain planning. It is the art of finding the necessary resources to operate efficiently while controlling costs. From selecting suppliers to managing contracts and purchasing goods or services, procurement management covers various strategic processes.

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