When inventory errors surface in the DC, the warehouse usually gets blamed. But many of the most persistent accuracy problems begin earlier in item setup, packaging logic, units of measure, supplier compliance, and receiving assumptions. The Warehouse Usually Gets the…
The proposed combination of Unilever’s food business and McCormick is not just a portfolio move. It is a test of whether greater scale can be converted into stronger sourcing leverage, tighter network design, and more disciplined execution across a broader…
A declining brand inside a strong portfolio highlights a familiar supply chain decision: optimize the node, or change the operating model A Portfolio Decision, Not a Brand Problem Nike does not have a brand problem with Converse. It has a…
The Supply Chain People Don’t See Google’s supply chain is often described as “mostly digital.” That description understates where the real operating risk sits. Alphabet runs a large, capital-intensive physical system built around data centers, servers, networking equipment, and the…
In most industries, supply chains have become increasingly complex. Businesses are now managing goods and information across multiple locations, time zones, and partner networks. This complexity has introduced gaps in visibility and responsiveness that traditional systems weren’t designed to handle.…
5G networks significantly improve data transmission speed, latency, and device connectivity, revolutionizing supply chain operations. These advancements enable real-time tracking and monitoring, enhance automated systems, and support a larger number of connected devices. The low latency of 5G allows for…
