Optimization empowers you to make more effective decisions, based on insights on order volume, delivery times and resources available.
A recent survey by Deloitte shows 75% of supply chain leaders utilizing optimization software in their business. Are you one of them?
Imagine this: a machine breaks down so an order can’t be delivered on time. It’s a small order, so your typical optimization software might tell you that it’s okay to delay delivery. However, this order is for a new customer and you do not want them to get a negative first impression. On the other hand, you have a larger order from a long-standing customer who is generally flexible about delivery dates by a day or two. Which order should you push back?
Perhaps the better question would be, “how do you know if your optimization software is really providing optimal solutions?”
Here are a selected number of blog posts by DELMIA Quintiq COO, Arjen Heeres, that center on supply chain optimization. Get actionable advice on supply chain optimization and join the ranks of supply chain leaders.
#1 Why supply chain optimization is the next big thing
If ERP systems of record are no longer a competitive differentiator, what will it take to re-imagine your supply chain and achieve market dominance? Arjen discusses a new era of business intelligence and analytics that would enable businesses to achieve the right balance among competing KPIs. Learn more.
#2 Supply chain optimization: 3 tips you shouldn’t ignore
What do you need to ensure all your resources are planned in ways that optimize your chosen KPIs? In this post, Arjen explains 3 strategies to consider when implementing supply chain optimization for your business. Learn how your business can leverage on these strategies.
#3 Supply chain agility: How big is your gap?
Supply chain efficiency is no longer a differentiator. The ability to scale up and down, and reconfigure resources rapidly, is now what sets your business apart from the laggards. Agility requires decoupling resources from specific sources of demand. Find out how you can set your business apart with supply chain agility.
#4 When supply chain KPIs aren’t enough
Putting the right supply chain KPIs in place and monitoring how well the supply chain is performing isn’t enough anymore. To succeed, companies need the complete business control that comes with intelligent planning and optimization. Find out why.
#5 Achieving supply chain maturity
A Gartner survey of 2053 CIOs has revealed that while CEOs are prioritizing business growth, CIOs are focusing on business intelligence. Analytics and business intelligence would help drive overall business growth but Arjen thinks you need more than that to achieve supply chain maturity. Discover if you have what it takes to achieve real supply chain maturity.
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