Building a New SCM Department from Scratch: Obstacles and Solutions
by Starting a new department in any company is an exciting time filled with possibilities and opportunities for growth. However, it is not without its challenges. …
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Separating or Combining SCM Departments: Factors to Consider
Supply chain management (SCM) is an important concept in modern business. In today’s complex and rapidly changing business world, SCM is becoming increasingly important in …
The Importance of a Balanced Approach to COGM and COGS Prioritization
When running a business, it can be challenging to decide where to allocate resources and prioritize expenses. One common decision is whether to prioritize COGM …
QC vs. Production Team: Who is Responsible for the Quality of Raw Materials Before Use?
An electronic component manufacturing company, experienced issues with the quality of their products not meeting established quality standards. They conducted an investigation to find the …
Creating a 5S Culture in the Supply Chain: The Best Way to Improve Productivity and Work Efficiency
“5S” is a management system that aims to improve work efficiency and effectiveness through good workplace organization. In the context of supply chain, 5S plays …
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The Importance of Transparency in Supply Chain Audit for Improved Efficiency and Risk Management
Supply chain audit is the process of evaluating and testing all aspects of your supply chain, including planning, purchasing, production, delivery, and customer service. Its …
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Navigating Office Politics in Supply Chain Management: Strategies for Success
Office politics is a common phenomenon that occurs in various types of organizations, including the supply chain industry. It refers to the activities of individuals …
Make or Buy? A Guide to Making the Right Decisions
When you want to sell a new product in your store or make a new product in your factory, you have to decide if you …
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The Importance of Business Process Mapping and How to Do It Effectively
In this post, I’ll talk about why mapping business processes is important. When I say “business process,” I mean all of the operational tasks in …
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Why is Sales and Operations (S&OP) Planning Important? How to Effectively Do It?
In this post, I will discuss what Sales and Operation Planning (S&OP) is, why it’s important, and how to do it effectively. Without wasting time, …