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The right distribution strategy affects logistics performance

Thursday, November 2, 2017 · Becky Partida Extensive implementation of a formal distribution strategy can yield both performance benefits and a competitive advantage

Infographic: Essence of Supply Chain Planning Strategy & Roadmap

Thursday, September 7, 2017 · APQC Supply chain planning involves the careful coordination of partners across the value chain to best meet customer requirements.

Meet the Not-So-Average Supply Chain Millennials

Friday, September 1, 2017 · Jennifer Daniels, Joe Tillman, Bob Trebilcock and Judd Aschenbrand Forget the stereotypes you've heard about Millennials in the workplace. New research from SCMR, APICS and APQC finds that the next generation is engaged and enthused about careers in supply chain management.

Time to take a broader view

Friday, September 1, 2017 · Becky Partida, APQC Organizations may improve their supply chain planning by re-evaluating or adopting three high-level practices.

Millennials in the Supply Chain Workforce

Wednesday, August 30, 2017 · SCMR Staff New research from SCMR, APICS and APQC reveals a generation that is enthused and engaged in supply chain careers. Read the full research here.

APQC Infographic: The Impact of Supplier Relationships on Procurement

Monday, July 24, 2017 · SCMR Staff When looking to improve performance for regular activities such as ordering materials, many organizations overlook front-end processes that can have an impact.

Strategic supplier relationships benefit procure-to-pay and beyond

Wednesday, July 5, 2017 · Becky Partida Organizations building stronger relationships with a broader group of suppliers have clear advantages

Unlocking the Potential of Supply Chain Working Capital Finance

Friday, May 5, 2017 · Ryan Fernandes and Lisa M. Ellram Too often, working capital pressures roll over supplier relationships without regard for what happens to supply chain risk. But now that new supply chain financing tools and techniques are proliferating, companies have a fresh chance to implement a coherent business strategy…

Maturity is key to analytics effectiveness

Thursday, May 4, 2017 · Becky Partida, APQC Although organizations have embraced supply chain analytics, few are highly satisfied with their ability to use the data to make decisions.

Current Use & Limitations of Analytics in the Supply Chain

Monday, March 6, 2017 · Becky Partida, APQC Organizations are looking to supply chain analytics for a variety of purposes.

How the Supply Chain Uses Benchmarking

Tuesday, January 24, 2017 · Becky Partida, APQC Supply chain functions are using benchmarking for decision making, but can do more to track its impact. APQC's research shows that supply chain functions tend to be ahead of other functions with regard to using benchmarking to drive business decision.

The Current and Future Value of Benchmarking

Thursday, January 12, 2017 · Becky Partida, APQC Supply chain functions use benchmarking for decision-making, but can do more to track its impact.

Be Smart When Using Optimization Tools

Monday, December 5, 2016 · SCMR Staff APQC's research shows that that there is a disconnect between the perceived effectiveness of both network planning and optimization tools and DRP software and the actual results that organizations are achieving.

Set objectives for optimization tools

Thursday, November 3, 2016 · Becky Partida To get the most out of supply chain optimization, think beyond cost savings.

Reduce Procurement Costs by Taking a Wider View

Friday, September 9, 2016 · Becky Partida Supply chain organizations are searching for ways to reduce procurement cost. APQC's research shows that organizations have the largest group of their procurement full time employees assigned to ordering materials and services.