Author: Carlos Centurion In her recent article: Supply Chains Are Stuck. How Can You Help?, Lora Cecere highlights a critical issue facing supply chains today: the continued fixation on cost of goods sold (COGS) reduction. I couldn’t agree more. The traditional supply chain strategy focuses on reducing the cost of
Five key aspects of going beyond costs in supply chain network optimization Author: Nathan Goldstein Companies consistently explore avenues to trim costs and improve operational efficiency in an era of constant change. One such avenue is network optimization. However, companies must go beyond conventional cost-cutting strategies and embrace a modern
Author: Nathan Goldstein As we head into the second half of the year, I’d like to reflect on the lessons learned from my conversations with hundreds of supply chain leaders in the manufacturing, pharma, and CPG space. What they have in common is that they are facing three significant challenges:
Author: Peter Bull I recently participated in an insightful Real Talks webinar where we delved into the transformative potential of AI-powered solutions in supply chain strategy. As the Chief Technology Officer at River Logic, I enjoyed sharing critical insights into our pioneering efforts to integrate AI into our Value Chain
Author Carlos Centurion In the dynamic landscape of modern business, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into supply chain strategy has become imperative for sustained success. Recently, I had the privilege of participating in a Real Talk webinar with Accenture, where we delved into AI’s transformative potential in supply chain strategy. Drawing
Author: Nathan Goldstein In a recent Real Talks session featuring Peter Mawet from Accenture, the discussion on supply chain resilience prompted a compelling analogy invoking Mike Tyson’s famous quote: “Everybody has a plan until you get punched in the face.” While Tyson’s words were crafted for the boxing ring, their
Author: Carlos Centurion I recently hosted Pierre Mawet, Managing Director of Accenture’s Supply Chain Practice in North America, in an insightful Real Talks webinar. Our dialogue centered around the critical role of strategic decision-making in enhancing supply chain strategy and driving organizational success amidst unprecedented disruptions. Understanding the Ever-Evolving Landscape
Author: Nathan Goldstein Aligning supply chain strategy with corporate objectives is a critical determinant of success in modern business. Many have attempted to manipulate their traditional network design tools to achieve this alignment, yet few have succeeded. And the reasons are both vast and complex. While marketed as comprehensive solutions,
Author: Carlos Centurion The cement industry, a cornerstone of construction, is rife with challenges that demand attention. In this blog post, I’ll analyze the hurdles cement manufacturers face and explore the opportunities cement supply chain strategy offers to increase agility in the decision process and drive additional revenue. 1. Siloed
