Adaptive Enterprise, IDC, Worker

Quickly and Decisively – How to Become an Adaptive Enterprise

“React quickly and decisively” was the final counsel that Simon Ellis, Group Vice President at IDC, included in his article, The Adaptive Enterprise. Research from his team at IDC suggests that...
Sales and operations planning, S&OP, buildings

5 Steps for Effective Product Portfolio Management

As we outlined in the “S&OP: A 7-Step Business Process” article, periodically reviewing each of the products in your portfolio is a key component of product portfolio management. It is essential...
direct spend, sourcing, supplier management, raw materials

What to Know About Direct Spend Management

Direct Spend Management Explained Direct spend management refers to the processes of tracking, controlling and optimizing the purchases directly tied to producing a company's products or services. It covers the procurement of...
AutoCulture 2.0, Auto Supply Chain Prophets, electric vehicles

AutoCulture 2.0: Shifting Leadership and Culture in the Auto Supply Chain

The automotive industry finds itself in a time of turbulent transition, as the shift from traditional vehicles to electric vehicles continues apace. Even though the majority of consumers are still sticking...