Why I Chose a Career in Supply Chain Management
“Supply chain? What’s that?”
When I first started college in 2018, that’s all I ever heard when telling people about my major. Most had never heard of it and wondered if it...
Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) Overview: Are You Ready?
Pharmaceutical manufacturers and their supply, contract packaging and distribution partners are under constant pressure to comply with government requirements while maintaining high standards for patient safety, product quality and innovation.
A lack...
The ABCs of FTZs
US manufacturers and distributors can realize significant cost savings by leveraging the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program. In this QAD Report we look at the ABCs of FTZs.
What is a Foreign-Trade Zone?
A...
Supplier Relationship Management in a Time of Fragmented Supply Chains
Unpredictability is undoubtedly the major issue manufacturers face when dealing with fragmented supply chains. As the supply chain breaks, manufacturers must find new suppliers and new transport routes and find them...
5 Moves for a More Adaptable Supply Chain
“Adapt or die,” said coach Billy Beane, played by Brad Pitt, in the 2011 film Moneyball. In context, coach Beane of the Major League Baseball team, the Oakland Athletics, was pioneering...
Brewer Supplier Relationships in a Changing Beer Industry
One of my favorite movies is Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. It was a drama that had some very comedic moments. In one segment, Robin Hood had a not too friendly...
Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 6-10
Quistem’s Cathy Fisher and I are having the best time co-hosting the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast. And we’re thrilled to share that with our 10th episode, we have also recently...
Eliminate the Bullwhip Effect – Communicate with Your Suppliers
Supply chain leaders have been hearing about – and suffering from – the bullwhip effect for quite a while now. What is it and what can we do to strengthen supplier...
Knowing What’s What: Classification Codes
Correctly classifying your imports is crucial. In this QAD Precision Report we look at why classification can be challenging, and how importers can simplify this process.
It all comes down to perspective....
A Golden Opportunity: From EV Prototype to Mass Production
The right product at the right price at the right time. That’s the promise we all make to our customers. Even in the most stable, predictable markets, it can be a...