Transportation decision makers must now reevaluate their mode-selection strategies, while distribution network modellers must rethink their inventory and warehouse-placement approachesThis White Paper takes a close look at the supply chains core components and discusses what changes should be implemented now to avert problems and seize opportunities.
White Papers, Industry Research & Reports
Reports created by vendors and independent research analysts and organisations within the manufacturing and supply chain environments. The reports take an-depth look into all aspects of certain manufacturing and supply chain technologies, as well as trends within specific market sectors, executive overviews of ways to improve efficiencies, cost savings, streamline processes, manage inventory, communicate and collaborate with partners, suppliers within manufacturing, production and supply chain/logistics operations.
WHITE PAPER - Fast Return on ROI in Sage CRM SalesLogix implementations
Aug 07, 2008
Sage has published a White Paper on fast return on investment in Sage CRM SalesLogix implementations. It covers everything from how to succeed with sales-focused CRM and making more time for selling, to raising the top line, improving productivity and streamlining administration
WHITE PAPER - The Retail Business Brief
Jul 15, 2008
How are leading retailers going to position themselves for profitability and strength in a tough economy?
WHITE PAPER - New dimensions in supply chain management
Jun 30, 2008
8 Strategies to drive supply chain performance - Get the White Paper now
WHITE PAPER - The ERP in Manufacturing Benchmark report (2007)
Jun 26, 2008
This report explores feedback from 1,400+ manufacturers, and aims to serve as a roadmap to manufacturing community who desire to reduce costs,improve accuracy of inventory and schedules, and develop customer responsiveness through successful ERP implementations
White Paper - What does it take to be world class?
May 23, 2008
The seven keys to world class manufacturing...
Study reveals exploding 'Culture of Connectivity'
May 23, 2008
Enterprises around the world are being forced into changing the way they do business faster than ever before or risk the opportunities of Hyperconnectivity passing them by
White Paper - 7 "greenlight" supply chain initiatives that can help you meet your companys environmental goals
Apr 30, 2008
Creating a "green" supply chain may be easier than you think...
White Paper - Do more with less
Mar 27, 2008
The five key strategies used by successful SMB manufacturers.A common issue facing small and medium-sized business manufacturers is how to increase revenue and grow their business without significantly adding staff. To successfully remain independent and grow organically, manufacturers must institute a lean business model for their industry that can maximize utilization and minimize overheads.
White Paper - Increasing pressures on costs and margins: Does your WMS hold the key to Increased labour productivity?
Mar 20, 2008
Containing labour costs has always been a challenge for retailers, wholesalers and third-party logistics providers, now a number of key economic issues are converging to make labour productivity even more imperative
White Paper & Industry Research
The white paper research material in this section encompasses a variety of documents, white papers, case studies, reports, and surveys. This type of material is typically produced by industry analysts, consultants, and other experts. It is designed to provide insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities within manufacturing, production and supply chain/logistics operations.
The material in this section has been provided by the following types of organisations:
- Industry associations: Many industry associations produce white papers and other research material. For example, the American Marketing Association produces white papers on a variety of marketing topics.
- Consulting firms: Consulting firms often produce white papers and other research material to share their insights with clients. For example, McKinsey & Company produces white papers on a variety of management topics.
- Technology companies: Technology companies often produce white papers and other research material to promote their products and services. For example, Google produces white papers on a variety of topics related to search engine optimization.
- Research firms: Research firms produce white papers and other research material to share their findings with the public. For example, Forrester Research produces white papers on a variety of technology topics.
