Inventory Optimization

Integrating inventory into air vs. ocean international transportation modal choice strategies

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Tan Miller and Emmanuel Peters
The decision to ship products via air or ocean requires more information than just a cost analysis of the two modes—it involves using inventory carrying cost and inventory investment data to make a sound choice.

Why we can’t ignore inventory rightsizing in industrial sectors

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 · Jason Miller
Bloated inventories were not confined to retail post-COVID, and while the retail sector has brought inventories under control, the industrial sector has not.

Improve stock control and predictability to overcome inventory performance barriers

Friday, June 28, 2024 · Paul Lord, VP Analyst, Gartner
Delivering reliable product supply has only become more difficult in recent years with market challenges. To get back on track, organizations should focus on the development and practice of two performance management disciplines: Stock control for improved predictability…

GreyOrange co-founder Akash Gupta named CEO

Friday, April 14, 2023 · SCMR Staff
Co-founder Samay Kohli transitions to the board of directors.

Talking Supply Chain: Respect good inventories

Friday, January 6, 2023 · Bob Trebilcock
On this episode, Larry Lapide explains why he’s a fan of inventory, especially good inventory. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.

Bringing AI to inventory optimization

Friday, September 9, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock
Antuit.ai is combining historical data and new sources of data with AI and machine learning to recommend promotion strategies and inventory allocation down to the shelf level.

TransImpact acquires forecasting and demand planning software company

Wednesday, January 19, 2022 · Gary Forger
The acquisition of Avercast adds inventory optimization, S&OP and capacity planning capabilities.

Optimize Inventory Performance with Digital Technologies and Cognitive Analytics

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 · SCMR Staff
In this webinar, Mark Newberry, a partner in the global supply chain consulting practice at Tata Consultancy Services, explains how digital technologies and cognitive analytics can help you optimize inventory performance.

IHS Market: Projected 2020 GDP Growth Creeps Up to -3.5% as Inventory Investment Strengthen

Tuesday, October 6, 2020 · Patrick Burnson
IHS Markit reports that recent data imply third-quarter real GDP growth will be near 33%, stronger than previously anticipated. According to Joel Prakken, chief US economist and co-head US economics, IHS Markit, this has encouraged them to revise up their forecast for growth…

Better Inventory Planning with Basic Data Analysis

Thursday, October 19, 2017 · Tracey Smith
Regardless of the approach you use, analyzing the historical data or your customer ordering and / or parts usage can provide guidance in setting inventory levels for each item.

Optimizing Inventory in an Omni-Channel World

Monday, October 31, 2016 · SCMR Staff
The rise of eCommerce has added tremendous complexity to the way you deploy inventory today. Omni-channel customer expectations for faster fulfillment and free shipping, coupled with pressure to minimize the high cost of carrying inventory across channels, are driving…

Columbia Sportswear CIO: Aligning IT with Supply Chain to Drive Business Results

Wednesday, March 9, 2016 · Cheryl Murphy
Join Fred Pond, CIO of Columbia Sportswear, as he shares how Columbia Sportswear transformed their business with a strong partnership between IT and supply chain to drive measurable business results.

Ten Tips For Optimizing Your Distribution Network

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 · SCMR Staff
Supply chain and network optimization is an old story made new again by the increased demands of smaller and more frequent deliveries, just-in-time supply chains, and omni-channel retailing. During this webcast, consultant Marc Wulfraat, the president and founder of MWPVL…

Four Steps to Service Level-Driven Inventory Planning

Sunday, April 12, 2015 · Gregory Hartunian
With Service Level-Driven Planning, organizations can find their inventory sweet spot. Here are the steps to get it right.

Inventory Management: Tips for Managing Inventory Cost in Packaging and Beyond

Wednesday, April 1, 2015 · Jeremy Lagomarsino
Developing a sound inventory strategy is complex, but it can be accomplished by exploring several tasks to help firms reduce investment without adding risk.
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