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Automation in SCM: What Processes to Prioritise in 2025 and Why
In 2025, automation in SCM is no longer a question of the future, but of the present. Companies looking to scale their efficiency, reduce errors, and adapt to t
ArticleProduction and Capacity
Finite Capacity vs. Infinite Capacity: Which Approach to Use in Your Production Planning
Planning production without considering the reality of your resources is one of the most common causes of non-compliance, bottlenecks, and operational deviation
ArticleDemand Forecasting
Collaborative Forecasting: When Sales and Operations Speak the Same Language
In many companies, demand forecasting is still an isolated, disconnected and often unreliable process. Sales teams work with their own figures, marketing plans
ArticleProduction and Capacity
How to Identify and Eliminate Bottlenecks in the Supply Chain
The supply chain serves as the backbone of any enterprise, but bottlenecks can disrupt its smooth operation and hinder performance. Strategic decision-makers pl
ArticleInventory Management
Reducing Inventory to Uncover Hidden Inefficiencies in Your Supply Chain
Costs, efficiency and service levels are key factors for business competitiveness. That’s why efficient inventory management has become an essential compo
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Cash Conversion Cycle: How to Optimise Your Liquidity Through the Supply Chain
Have you ever wondered how long it takes your company to recover the money it invests in purchasing, producing, and selling? This figure can be revealed through
ArticleProcurement and Suppliers
OTIF (On Time In Full): how to measure and improve service levels in the supply chain
OTIF (On Time In Full) is a key indicator in the supply chain. Learn what it is, its importance, and how to calculate it. Keep reading!
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Efficient supplier management: benefits and strategies
Good supplier management can make a difference in a company’s success. Learn what it is, the benefits it offers, and how to improve it.
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Operational excellence: the goal of a well-managed supply chain
Do you want to know what operational excellence is? Today we’ll explain what it is, its benefits, and its fundamental pillars. Keep reading!
ArticleInventory Management
Overstock: what it is and how to avoid it
What is overstock? How does it affect companies? How can it be avoided? Discover strategies you can apply to gain efficiency.
ArticleProduction and Capacity
Production plan: the key to optimizing manufacturing
A production plan is one of the key tools for optimizing manufacturing. In this article, we explain what it is and the benefits it brings.
ArticleInventory Management
VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory): Innovation in the Supply Chain
Vendor Managed Inventory is a strategy to optimize the relationship between supplier and customer. We explain what it consists of and its benefits.
ArticleDemand Forecasting
Forecast accuracy: how to connect demand forecasting with business outcomes
Forecast accuracy is one of the most quoted indicators in demand planning and also one of the most misunderstood. Many organisations chase it as an objective in
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Bill of Materials (BOM): how it affects supply chain planning
The bill of materials (BOM) is one of the most critical yet most undervalued elements in supply chain planning. In many organisations, it is treated as a simple
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Everything you need to know to control your stock and start saving money
Stock control is an undeniable factor in the success equation of any company. Here, we explain how to achieve it!
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Analytics Demand Planning will revolutionize sales forecasting for companies
Establishing a reliable demand forecast in a company is not an easy task. Here we explain how to do it effectively.
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Imperia Recognized with the 2024 Best Features and Functionality Badge
Good news! We have been awarded the Best Features and Functionality Badge 2024 in the Inventory Management category.
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How to reduce losses in Supply Chain
Discover how to reduce losses in the supply chain and improve efficiency, sustainability, and profitability. Keep reading to learn more!
ArticleStrategy and Resilience
What Are YTD and YTG Indicators and How Do They Impact the Supply Chain?
In supply chain management, data analysis is essential for making strategic decisions and optimising processes. Among the many key performance indicators (KPIs)
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The Supply Chain in the Pharmaceutical Sector
The pharmaceutical supply chain faces unique industry challenges. How can we address them? How can we optimize it? Find out on our blog!
ArticleProduction and Capacity
How the Master Production Schedule (MPS) improves your production processes
The Master Production Schedule (MPS) helps determine which products to manufacture, in what quantities, and over what periods. Want to learn more? Keep reading!
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What is cross-docking and how can it improve your Supply Chain?
Cross-docking is a management method that optimizes stock and reduces storage and transport times. Want to learn more? Visit our blog.
ArticleInventory Management
Multi-warehouse advantages and challenges in Supply Chain
Multi-warehouse management coordinates multiple warehouses within the supply chain. We explain its challenges, benefits, and how to implement it. Keep reading!
ArticleStrategy and Resilience
Complete guide to Supply Chain traceability
Traceability in the supply chain refers to tracking a product’s journey through all its stages. Want to know more?