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If you do not specifically agree on what is expected between two parties before you start a relationship then anything and everything but success is likely. Would you buy a used car from a politician? You buy a new car and you get a contract that…

Who coined that irritating term “Big Data”? How did we get there without normal sized data, slightly larger data, large data and bordering on big data? People working in or associated with extended Supply Chains may seem obsessed by data yet data…

In the Four Frequent Flaws series we have looked at the entire supply chain right up to the consumer shelf, i.e. the Enchange 6-Part Model. What can go wrong, what can go right, what can I change quickly? FMCG CEOs are asking what they can do now…

Nearly there! The last step of the Enchange 6-part model when you finally get your product on the shelf. Actually, you do not do it yourself but you rely on Shane from the retailer back of store. How can you ensure Shane does an excellent job? We…

Supply chains have had a torrid time over the last 2 years and just when you think COVID is dissipating, Putin kicks off! One of the problems faced by senior leaders seeking performance improvement is that it takes an age to get going and it all…

Need a change in your supply chain performance now? One of the problems faced by senior leaders seeking performance improvement is that it all seems to take far too long. While transformational structural changes cannot be rushed, there are several…

One of the problems faced by senior leaders seeking performance improvement is that it all seems to take far too long. While structural changes cannot be rushed, there are many initiatives you can take to make changes in your supply chain. What can…

The Enchange Supply Chain House is available for those wishing to embark on a structured, medium-term journey towards Supply Chain excellence. What about those companies who need change now with no time to waste? What can they do to effect…

The Enchange Supply Chain House; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence. The Enchange Supply Chain House was constructed about 12 months ago and has since helped many organisations understand their…

“Dashing through the snow In a one horse open sleigh…” How many of you started to sing those lines? Yes, the festive period is fast approaching and the biggest and best supply chain in the world is almost ready to activate. This is always the most…

The Enchange Supply Chain House; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence. In previous articles we have looked at what your FMCG supply chain needs in order to be competitive in the market. However, what…

The Enchange Supply Chain House; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence. The end of the year approaches and some things never change! The same supply chain and business challenges are popping up and…

The Enchange Supply Chain House; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence. In a recent article we looked at the problems of excess stock at distributors and again we look at inventory but this time at 3rd…

The Enchange Supply Chain House; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence. In a previous article I discussed the top 10 tips to promote positive and productive behaviours within the S&OP process. Here, I…

The Enchange Supply Chain House; the one-stop shop for all of the elements you need to achieve supply chain excellence. In a recent article we looked at the Top 10 Tips for efficient New Product Development in S&OP. This latest article looks at what…