How a TV show (and bad demand planning) tore down a German start-up No, of course we are not talking about the majestic animals from the African savannah, but about …
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What exactly is the internal supply chain? Without sounding painstakingly obvious, it refers to the chain of activities within a company, specifically, purchasing, production, sales and distribution. The internal supply …
As this is the second part of my “right vs. wrong” series, I have to warn you once again: This post may contain satirical elements. If you feel offended because …
Rob Greenfield does not directly have much to do with supply chain management, at least not at a corporate level, but he does have a pretty neat story, and he …
The doorbell rings. Two shadowy figures wait in silence, their breath a plume of mist on the air. The wind tugs at the ghost’s sheet, and flaps the devil’s cape. …
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Planning demand for the world’s second most popular drink
by David Weaverby David WeaverI have to admit, I wasn’t much of a tea drinker before I moved to Germany. I typically would only turn to the beverage if I was fighting the flu, …
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Seasonal Demand Planning – Avoiding the Turboman Disaster
by David Weaverby David WeaverWith Thanksgiving now a recent memory, many consumers have turned their attention to the holiday shopping season. Businesses are gearing up for – what they hope to be – a …
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The automotive sector is gearing up for big opportunities
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsBusinesses across the automotive sector have endured a bumpy ride over the past ten years as the global economic crisis has had a crippling effect across the entire industry. Despite …
Summer, sun and….ICE CREAM! I have to say that I was very lucky to be able to grow up in California where the sun was always (ok…almost always) shining. Before …
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The 3 must-haves for successful inventory management
by David Weaverby David WeaverOne man’s hobby is another man’s job… Earlier this year, Nik Wallenda successfully walked along a 2-inch-wide tightrope across the Grand Canyon, 1,500 feet above the ground amidst swirling 30 …