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Improving effectiveness and adoption in ERP procurement to drive increased savings
This e-book provides tips on how to increase the value of your ERP – and your supply chain – with tools for more effective collaboration. Find out more about using ERP procurement to drive increased savings. E-Book
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A manufacturer's guide to navigating the procurement technology landscape
Sourcing and procurement technology continues to evolve, creating new opportunities to save money, improve supplier performance, and make better products. In this e-book, learn what the newest procurement tools can do and gain a better understanding ... E-Book
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Cloud supply chain software taking off
The growth of cloud supply chain software options is opening new doors for manufacturers of all sizes. Feature
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Best practices for successful demand-driven manufacturing
Before embarking on a journey to demand-driven manufacturing, model the inventory environment and then focus on planning and execution. Feature
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Technologies that enable demand-driven manufacturing
Manufacturers can leverage technologies from ERP to sales and operations planning to smooth the transition to a demand-driven supply network. Feature
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Supply chain globalization guide
This guide will teach you about global SCM through best practices, tips and by showcasing some companies strengthening their global presence. Guide
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Green supply chain management guide
This green supply chain management guide will help you select green SCM software, learn green SCM best practices, use green SCM in manufacturing and build a sustainable supply chain. Guide
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Manufacturing software training tutorials and guides
These manufacturing software training learning guides and tutorials help IT managers select, implement, integrate and optimize their manufacturing ERP, SCM, MES, PLM and other software. Tutorial
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Supply chain risk management software guide
This supply chain risk management software guide will help you understand SCRM software and SCRM FAQs, best practices and how spend management fits in. Tutorial
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Warehouse management systems software guide
This warehouse management systems software guide will help you understand WMS software and how to select it, plan implementation projects, train users and more. Tutorial
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Set goals before choosing green SCM software
Selecting the right green SCM software will help ensure that supply chain sustainability initiatives run smoothly. There are a number of factors to look at during the green SCM software selection process. Tutorial
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Four ways to apply green supply chain technology to manufacturing
Manufacturers can make their operations more environmentally-friendly -- and lower costs -- by adopting green supply chain technology. Here are four ways to get started. Tutorial
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RedPrairie JDA acquisition shakes up supply chain software landscape
RedPrairie recently announced its acquisition of rival vendor JDA. What does this mean for the future of the supply chain software market? News | 05 Dec 2012
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Key to supply chain event management often lies in existing SCM, TMS
Manufacturers looking for supply chain event management functionality may not need to look any further than their existing software systems. News | 31 Jul 2012
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Electronic data interchange of little use without right workflow
Long used for business-to-business data transfer and automation, EDI software finds new roles in supply chain visibility and demand planning. News | 28 Jun 2012
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Automated carbon monitoring works best with close industry fit, integration
Integrated carbon monitoring software is becoming a higher priority in more organizations’ enterprise architectures. Two experts show how to find tools for specific regulatory and messaging strategies. News | 18 Jun 2012
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Deciphering supply chain management software
SCM has evolved from related but disconnected applications into a tightly woven tool set focused on planning, execution and analytics. News | 06 Apr 2012
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Ripe with opportunity, global supply chain also brings substantial risk
While there can be cost efficiencies from outsourcing to global suppliers, manufacturers should carefully evaluate supply chain risks from manmade and natural disruptions. News | 14 Mar 2012
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Right product compliance software crucial for green manufacturing
Green manufacturing goes deeper than reporting with the right tools for tracking environmental compliance across the supply chain. News | 31 Jan 2012
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Finding S&OP tool for manufacturing takes work, patience, experts say
In keeping with the growing complexity of business, companies are moving beyond Microsoft Excel to tap the what-if capabilities of specialized and ERP-based S&OP tools. News | 13 Jan 2012
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ERP or best-of-breed procurement software? Five questions to ask
Deciding between ERP and best-of-breed procurement software can be a tough challenge for manufacturers. Asking the right questions can make things easier, according to experts. News | 08 Dec 2011
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Implementing supply chain management abroad raises tricky issues
Introducing SCM software to manufacturing facilities in developing countries is no small task. Industry experts offer their advice for dealing with technological and cultural barriers. News | 01 Sep 2011
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IT Challenge: Using 3D printing in manufacturing
In this IT Challenge, learn how 3D printing technology can be used by manufacturers. IT Challenge
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IT Challenge: Choosing sensor technology for order management
In this IT Challenge, explore the best options for using sensor technology with an order management system. IT Challenge
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Supply chain management books for ERP software
What supply chain management (SCM) books cover specific ERP software packages? Find out in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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supply chain (SC)
A supply chain (SC) is the network of all the individuals, organizations, resources, activities and technology involved in the creation of a product from source materials and its eventual delivery to the end user. Definition
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SCEM (supply chain event management)
Supply chain event management (SCEM) refers to software that is used to manage events that occur within and between organizations or supply chain partners. Definition
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vendor-managed inventory (VMI)
Vendor-managed inventory (VMI) is an inventory management technique in which a supplier of goods, usually the manufacturer, is responsible for optimizing the inventory held by a distributor. Definition
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work in progress (WIP)
Work in progress (WIP), also called work in process, is inventory that has begun the manufacturing process and is no longer included in raw materials inventory but is not yet a completed product. Definition
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advanced shipping notice (ASN)
Advanced shipping notice (ASN) is a document that provides detailed information about a pending delivery. The purpose of an ASN is to notify the customer when shipping will occur and provide physical characteristics about the shipment so the customer... Definition
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supply chain sustainability
Supply chain sustainability is based on the principle that socially responsible products and practices are not only good for the environment, but are important for long-term profitability. Definition
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supply chain management (SCM)
Supply chain management (SCM) is the oversight of materials, information, and finances as they move in a process from supplier to manufacturer to wholesaler to retailer to consumer. Supply chain management involves coordinating and integrating these ... Definition
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3PL (third-party logistics)
In business, 3PL has a broad meaning that can be applied to any service contract that involves storing or shipping things. Definition
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warehouse management system (WMS)
A warehouse management system (WMS) is a software application that supports the day-to-day operations in a warehouse. WMS programs enable centralized management of tasks such as tracking inventory levels and stock locations. Definition
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demand flow scheduling system
A demand flow scheduling system is a software product designed to optimize demand-based manufacturing practices. (Continued) Definition
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Video: Best practices for facing today's supply chain management challenges
In this video from the 2010 CSCMP global conference, Dr. Robert Lieb outlined some of the challenges facing today's supply chain management professionals. Video
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IT Challenge: Using 3D printing in manufacturing
In this IT Challenge, learn how 3D printing technology can be used by manufacturers. IT Challenge
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supply chain (SC)
A supply chain (SC) is the network of all the individuals, organizations, resources, activities and technology involved in the creation of a product from source materials and its eventual delivery to the end user. Definition
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Cloud supply chain software taking off
The growth of cloud supply chain software options is opening new doors for manufacturers of all sizes. Feature
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RedPrairie JDA acquisition shakes up supply chain software landscape
RedPrairie recently announced its acquisition of rival vendor JDA. What does this mean for the future of the supply chain software market? News
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Best practices for successful demand-driven manufacturing
Before embarking on a journey to demand-driven manufacturing, model the inventory environment and then focus on planning and execution. Feature
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Technologies that enable demand-driven manufacturing
Manufacturers can leverage technologies from ERP to sales and operations planning to smooth the transition to a demand-driven supply network. Feature
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IT Challenge: Choosing sensor technology for order management
In this IT Challenge, explore the best options for using sensor technology with an order management system. IT Challenge
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Supply chain globalization guide
This guide will teach you about global SCM through best practices, tips and by showcasing some companies strengthening their global presence. Guide
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Key to supply chain event management often lies in existing SCM, TMS
Manufacturers looking for supply chain event management functionality may not need to look any further than their existing software systems. News
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Electronic data interchange of little use without right workflow
Long used for business-to-business data transfer and automation, EDI software finds new roles in supply chain visibility and demand planning. News
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About Supply chain management software selection for manufacturers
Find out how to compare supply chain management (SCM) software capabilities from ERP software providers to best-of-breed SCM software. Also learn how ERP buying decisions impact warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), supply chain planning and production management.