Supply Chain Management

Training vs. Education – What’s the Difference, Anyways?

By Jay Freeman August 15, 2018 - Blog, oVo® Methodology, SAP Education, Supply Chain Management, Value Optimization, Value Solutions by Jay Freeman

Many people use the words “training” and “education” interchangeably. While in some cases this may be appropriate, the reality is there are nuanced differences. As defined by Wikipedia: Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits. Training is teaching or developing in oneself or others, any skills and knowledge that relate to specific useful competencies. The differences become more pronounced…

Did You Just Call My Baby … UGLY?

By Debby Flora August 8, 2018 - Blog, Change Management, Supply Chain Management by Debby Flora

There I was, entering the office of the Customer Service manager (we’ll call her Maria because, well, that’s her name) at a new client when a framed picture on her wall caught my eye. It read: DID YOU JUST CALL MY BABY…UGLY? It reminded me of the Seinfeld episode where the gang learned that it’s…

Global Process Aligned Team Organization

By Sandra Rubin August 2, 2018 - Blog, Change Management, oVo® Methodology, Supply Chain Management, Value Optimization, Value Solutions by Sandra

How many times has it been announced that your company is going to partake in a new “global” project during the fiscal year – after the budget has already been set, after personal and department goals have been established and communicated, and resource plans have been completed and approved? I can assure you, the answer…

Sales Forecasting Deja Vu

By Eacliffe Stuart July 11, 2018 - Blog, Reveal, SAP Global Batch Traceability, Supply Chain Management by Eacliffe Stuart

Have You Experienced Forecasting Déjà Vu? My client is describing the challenges experienced when Sales Forecasting inaccuracy is being blamed for inventory issues and availability date (ATP). After so many years in the field, why do I still feel this is a commonly experienced issue within the industry? Seasoned professionals will agree that in order to…

What Can I Change About Myself Today?

By Pete Kovac June 20, 2018 - Blog, Change Management, oVo® Methodology, Supply Chain Management by Pete Kovak

Sometimes we all need to take a break, look ourselves in the mirror and ask the difficult questions. Questions such as: “What can I change about myself today?” or “How can I be a better parent, mentor, friend, or colleague?”. Sometimes we know exactly what we are doing wrong but are afraid of change. It’s so…

The Social Supply Chain

By Aimee Latuszek June 6, 2018 - Blog, Brand, Supply Chain Management, Value Optimization by Reveal

As a millennial, it’s obvious to see that there is one aspect of modern marketing that can instill fear deep into the hearts of older generations: ‘Social Media.’ As you may already know, Social Media is no longer a hobby, a trend, or a mere pastime. This once-considered downtime activity is now a booming industry—and…

An Exchange of Promises

By Gerald Cassioppi May 30, 2018 - Blog, Brand, Reveal, Supply Chain Management by Gerald Cassioppi

Have you ever wondered what makes a business contract tick? How do organizations determine what to put in them—and what should stay out? Unless you are exposed to this area of business, you may not be able to recognize the in’s and outs of a binding contract. While the word ‘contract’ may seem daunting, a…

Justification for Inventory

By Sammy Ngum May 17, 2018 - Blog, Change Management, Supply Chain Management, Value Solutions by Sammy Ngum

Inventory management continues to be a contentious issue in organizations due to the costs (storage and holding) often tied to excess or shortages in inventory. Excess inventory is often symptomatic of inherent problems in the manufacturing and/or procurement processes. Shortages, on the other hand, result in missed sales, reduced customer loyalty and the inability to…

Leadership and Change

By Wayne Thomas April 25, 2018 - Blog, Change Management, Supply Chain Management, Talent Management, Value Solutions by Wayne Thomas

Have you ever wondered why organizations appear to have Change Management programs that are separate from Leadership programs? I have! In my own experience with these programs, I have noticed that change is a constant theme … and Leaders are always in the midst of it in their organization or project. This change that Leaders…

Thank You, Keep the Change

By David Morin April 18, 2018 - Blog, Change Management, Supply Chain Management by David Morin

I heard this expression the other day and I could not help but think how that expression has changed over the years. First and foremost, who pays with cash anymore, and secondly who even carries cash? This world over the last several years has changed so significantly from how we pay for goods and services…