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Abstract:
The nature of a sales and operations planning (S&OP) game plan depends on several factors, such as the need to anticipate
demand, the item's primary source of supply, and the production strategy for manufactured items. Consideration of these factors
can be illustrated with several common scenarios. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
The nature of a sales and operations planning (S&OP) game plan depends on several factors, such as the need to anticipate
demand, the item's prima...
Published:
2004-03-25
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Abstract:
The US Labor Department reported an increase in jobs in June and July ... but the manufacturing industry cut jobs for a third
month in a row. We are moving from a manufacturing economy to a supply chain economy. This article gives the big picture. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
The US Labor Department reported an increase in jobs in June and July ... but the manufacturing industry cut jobs for a third
month in a row. We...
Published:
2005-09-06
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Abstract:
The merger of traditional brick-and-mortar manufacturer Illinois Tool Works with Internet-based Click Commerce is puzzling,
but has some method to the madness. Only time will tell how easily and tightly their tools will "click" with each other. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
The merger of traditional brick-and-mortar manufacturer Illinois Tool Works with Internet-based Click Commerce is puzzling,
but has some method to...
Published:
2006-11-13
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Abstract:
Improved service management boosts revenue from both service offerings and new product sales, while improved customer service
and enhanced offerings increase customer retention, and draw new service business, providing an additional, low risk and likely
repeated revenue stream over a long period of owner (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
Improved service management boosts revenue from both service offerings and new product sales, while improved customer service
and enhanced offerin...
Published:
2005-08-02
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Abstract:
The planning, execution and partner collaboration processes of nearly all companies today are driven by a "plan", itself
typically part forecast, part performance target. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
The planning, execution and partner collaboration processes of nearly all companies today are driven by a "plan",
itself typically part forecast, ...
Published:
2004-04-23
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Abstract:
Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs,
delivery lead-time, missed shipments, partial shipments, expediting efforts, and improvements in customer service. This is
an excerpt from the book Managing Your Supply Chain Using Mi (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs,
delivery lead-time, miss...
Published:
2003-12-13
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Abstract:
Today's enterprise is no longer a single, vertically integrated organization. Globalization, outsourcing, and off-shoring
have created an environment where end-to-end supply chains include many players, with a shared need for accurate and timely
information. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
Today's enterprise is no longer a single, vertically integrated organization. Globalization, outsourcing, and off-shoring
have created an environm...
Published:
2005-12-23
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Abstract:
TEC SCM research analyst Phil Reney offers three critical considerations to help companies in search for an SCM solution.
SCM software selection is a tricky and painful activity for most companies. Why? Despite the plethora of solutions currently
available, it may be hard to find one that fits a company (...)
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TEC SCM research analyst Phil Reney offers three critical considerations to help companies in search for an SCM solution.
SCM software selection is...
Published:
2011-07-19
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Abstract:
The Global Transportation Organization, a division of Johnson & Johnson, successfully dealt with the global transportation
crunch. Factors contributing to its success included its approach to relationships with carriers, its push for innovation,
and its use of technology. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
... Growth in the construction sector (stealing potential drivers); Hours of ...
ChainLink Research is a bold new supply chain research
organization dedicated to ...
Published:
2006-02-23
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Abstract:
The Global Transportation Organization, a division of Johnson & Johnson, successfully dealt with the global transportation
crunch. Factors contributing to its success included its approach to relationships with carriers, its push for innovation,
and its use of technology. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
... Growth in the construction sector (stealing potential drivers); Hours of ...
ChainLink Research is a bold new supply chain research
organization dedicated to ...
Published:
2006-02-23
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Abstract:
On September 27, Oracle took a major step towards providing a fully integrated front and back office applications suite by
launching Oracle Applications 11i at its Applications' User Group conference in Orlando, Florida. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
On September 27, Oracle took a major step towards providing a fully integrated front and back office applications suite by
launching Oracle Applic...
Published:
1999-09-29
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Abstract:
Amid an intensifying hullabaloo in the mid-market, with all tier one players delivering solutions tailored for small-to-medium
enterprises (SMEs) and incumbent tier one and tier three vendors defending their turf, PeopleSoft seems to have thrown another
strike by utilizing its acquisition of former J.D. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
Amid an intensifying hullabaloo in the mid-market, with all tier one players delivering solutions tailored for small-to-medium
enterprises (SMEs) ...
Published:
2004-07-26
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Abstract:
IPNet Solutions adds support for the AS2 security standard to its product suite. IPNet builds products to link marketplace
partners who use different data formats. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
IPNet Solutions adds support for the AS2 security standard to its product suite. IPNet builds products to link marketplace
partners who use diffe...
Published:
2000-08-03
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Abstract:
It appears that several of Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) Solomon's truly differentiating traits, which could not have
been easily or quickly replicated by its seemingly more robust brethren products within the MBS division, will have been a
good enough reason for Microsoft to continue to bolster the (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
It appears that several of Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) Solomon's truly differentiating traits, which could not
have been easily or quickly ...
Published:
2003-09-03
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Abstract:
As manufacturing becomes a global process, advances in demand management software have given rise to attribute-based demand
management software. In the process manufacturing environment, this software can help manufacturers deal with complex manufacturing
processes and increase overall customer satisfact (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
As manufacturing becomes a global process, advances in demand management software have given rise to attribute-based demand
management software. I...
Published:
2008-12-24
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Abstract:
Baan, once a leading global provider of ERP software hopes its adoptive parent, Invensys, will put it back on the enterprise
software applications map. However, we believe Baan’s path to full recovery will be quite thorny. Part 1 discusses Baan’s
history and where it is headed under Invensys. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
Baan, once a leading global provider of ERP software hopes its adoptive parent, Invensys, will put it back on the enterprise
software applications...
Published:
2000-11-29
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Abstract:
Innovate with IT and gain the competitive edge. Download this whitepaper here! To stay competitive, companies need to change—and
they need to embrace change. Companies in the supply chain need to look for new and better ways of retaining their competitive
edge. A key factor in successfully overcomin (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
Innovate with IT and gain the competitive edge. Download this whitepaper here! To stay competitive, companies need to change—and
they need to...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
B2B cross-marketplace creator and dot-com start-up CommerceScout not only received implementation assistance from e-business
service provider Xcelerate, but they also helped CommerceScout define the business model and market opportunity. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
B2B cross-marketplace creator and dot-com start-up CommerceScout not only received implementation assistance from e-business
service provider Xcel...
Published:
2000-06-07
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supply chain research for construction:
... Unit (EIU), Goldman Sachs Economic Research, and Deutsche Bank Research’s
projections ... since then and there I realized that the construction sector remains ...
Published:
2010-02-01
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Abstract:
When one company acquires another, who benefits? It seems PSI’s recent acquisition of AIS will benefit both—as well as their
clients and the steel industry as a whole. The combined solution offering will address APS, MES, SCM, and more. (...)
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supply chain research for construction:
When one company acquires another, who benefits? It seems PSI’s recent acquisition of AIS will benefit both—as well as their
clients and the steel...
Published:
2009-11-25