Supply chain smarter in 60 seconds
Got a minute? Why is supply chain planning such a challenge? And how are tech innovations, such as data science and (X)AI, changing the planning landscape? Find out in just one minute.
In a series of 60-second videos, OMP consultants Ioana and Boone tackle supply chain basics and shine a spotlight on trends in the planning landscape. Cool, concise, and to the point. Check them out!
Variable asset performance
How do supply chain planning solutions take into account phenomena that affect asset performance? Find out in one minute.
Addressing force majeure
A force majeure is any event beyond anyone’s control and with unknown consequences. Think of Covid-19 or the Ever Given. How do supply chain organizations address such a situation?
Synchronizing plans
How to make sure that transport and maintenance plans are in sync with production scheduling?
Supply chain process mining
What is process mining and what can it mean for improving supply chain performance?
ERP and planning
Why don't companies use their ERP system as a supply chain planning tool? This idea stems from the belief that all important company information is in the ERP system. But is it?
Making AI explainable
What is XAI and what does it mean in supply chain planning?
Aligning bulk and packaging
How are packaging lines synchronized with the upstream bulk production?
AI and the human planner
The breakthrough of AI, machine learning, and data science means that an increasing number of planning tasks are automated. But does that mean we’re evolving towards 100% robotized planning? Will the human planner become redundant?
Variable input quality
How do companies plan production if the quality of input streams varies in multiple ways?
Telescopic digital twin
What is a telescopic digital twin in supply chain planning?
Optimizing plans
How do supply chain planners know if their plans need to be optimized? Watch this video to learn how a smart supply chain planning solution can help you.
Contract manufacturing
How do companies collaborate with contract manufacturing organizations and suppliers?
Execution versus tactics
How does the planning organization align execution with the longer-term tactical plan? Two different planning horizons need to be arranged so that their plans don't conflict. But how?
Supply chain planning
Why is supply chain planning such a challenge? The short answer is that supply chains are complex. Watch the video to learn more.
Agility and resilience
What is agile and resilient supply chain planning?
Planning a product mix
How do companies manage the complex mix of make-to-order and make-to-stock production?
Avoiding planning conflicts
Supply chain plans can conflict in multiple ways. How can planners collaborate smoothly without coming into conflict with each other?
Assemble-to-order planning
How to ensure that all components of a complex product are supplied at the right time in the right quantities?
Launching a product
How do companies know the best scenario for launching a new product? Many decisions must be made when a company brings a new product to market. But how do you decide?
Make-to-order planning
How to plan a make-to-order production if the product can be manufactured in multiple ways?