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supply chain planning (SCP)
Supply chain planning (SCP) is the component of supply chain management (SCM) involved with predicting future requirements to balance supply and demand. Definition
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supply chain visibility (SCV)
Supply chain visibility (SCV) is the ability of parts, components or products in transit to be tracked from the manufacturer to their final destination. Definition
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demand-driven manufacturing (DDM)
Demand-driven manufacturing (DDM) is an approach to manufacturing where production is based on actual orders rather than forecasts. Definition
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bar code (or barcode)
A bar code (often seen as a single word, barcode) is the small image of lines (bars) and spaces that is affixed to retail store items, identification cards, and postal mail to identify a particular product number, person, or location. Definition
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User fondness for spreadsheets hinders inventory planning adoption
One of the biggest challenges of implementing inventory and demand planning software is persuading users to adopt the new technology. This means moving beyond spreadsheets and old methods of data analysis. Article
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Supply chain management strategy may call for process overhaul
Ensuring that your SCM implementation runs smoothly requires much upfront work. You may need to help employees move from spreadsheets, get the right people involved, make sure the data going into the system is good data, and have a plan for measuring... Article
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Inventory management planning software balances supply and demand
New inventory management planning software systems are helping manufacturers find the balance between supply and demand while improving their APS and S&OP strategies. Article
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Tips for manufacturing production planning and scheduling with MES
MES software can aid in production planning by calculating automated sequences. It can also help on the work scheduling end through order processing. Book Chapter
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Using MES software to improve supply management planning and optimization
MES software can be a valuable tool for improving supply management, especially when paired with an ERP system. It can improve demand planning, track materials and incoming goods and process warehousing costs. Book Chapter
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PLM-supply chain integration helps manufacturing firms see the big picture
To get the most out of product lifecycle management (PLM), manufacturers need to integrate it with all parts of the supply chain, including supply chain management (SCM). Article