Category Archives: Supply Chain
Indian IT company fixed the supply chain loop holes of a US based Retail Chain
This cases deals with how an Indian IT company helps a US based Retail Chain to analyze, measure and remove it's supply chain problems. The client had issues with inventory management as well as the service level. So, they wanted [...]
Filed under Inventory Management, Operations, Retail Sector, Supply Chain
Green Supply Chain : Best Practices
The trend towards developing a green supply chain is now gaining popularity but most companies are still coming to terms with how this can be achieved and where do they start. For years businesses have been concentrating on improving supply [...]
Filed under Operations, Supply Chain, White Papers
The Honda way: Power of Imagination
Honda's minivan and sport utility vehicle assembly plant in Lincoln, Ala., is reminiscent of a medical center. That could be the result of the grounds. The beautifully designed and landscaped exterior - the green grass and colorful foliage, and covered [...]
The Dirty Little Secrets of the Warehouse Management System Industry
As you evaluate systems to manage your distribution operations, you’ll want to know everything you can to make the search process better. It’s a small project to evaluate, select, and implement a warehouse management system (WMS). These tasks require diligence, [...]
Filed under Free Cases, Inventory Management, Operations, Supply Chain, White Papers
SCOR , Lean and Six Sigma Integrating approach
If we take a close look at the strengths and weaknesses of SCOR, It quickly becomes clear that SCOR methodology fills a major need in a Lean and Six Sigma program – identification, prioritization and strategic alignment of
project opportunities with [...]
Dealing with Chaos: 4 Steps to Manufacturing Success
Manufacturing today is fraught with uncertainties in the supply chain due to a variety of global issues, including weather and exchange rates. You can counter supply problems with “safety stock.” But this extra inventory goes against the rules of an [...]
A Case Study of Wal-Mart’s “Green” Supply Chain Management
Wal-Mart has undergone many growth stages since Sam Walton first decided to be the best retailer in the world. His initial strategy was to target low-income families in rural areas by offering significantly lower costs. When David Glass took over [...]
Filed under Operations, Supply Chain
Case Study on Dell’s Supply Chain Management Strategy
Dell, Inc. is an American multinational company. It was founded in 1984 by Michael Dell. Dell has grown by both increasing its customer base and through acquisitions. Examine and analyze Dell’s Direct model, its basic working, success and future challenges. Typical Working of Dell’s Supply [...]
Filed under Business, Business Environment, Marketing, Supply Chain
Case Study: Supply Chain at Whirlpool
A supply chain is basically a system of organizations, people, technology, activities and information involved in moving a product or service from supplier to customer. The following case study reveals the overhauling of the supply chain at Whirlpool.
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Filed under Operations, Supply Chain
EXIM Transtrade India: Implementing accounting operations with Visual Accounts
EXIM is one of the most recognized names in the freight forwarding industry and has had a strong presence in this sector for more than fifteen years. Softlink Logistic Systems is dedicated to enabling organizations in the logistics industry to [...]
Filed under Operations, Supply Chain