eKNOWtion's KNOWledge Academy current research aims to help professionals define and understand supply chain optimization. While early adopters benefit from staggering results to total supply chain cost and customer service, most companies struggle to agree on what it means let alone proceed with optimization initiatives. One easy step and you can move your company further along the competitive continuum. Begin by responding to this confidential online survey . Expanded Research scope (More information)

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by Kathleen Geraghty
When people describe supply chains, more and more often their dynamic nature is emphasized. The constantly changing shape, including the companies participating in a given chain, make the task of measuring performance as elusive as chasing rainbows but not impossible. This article will tackle the challenges of implementing a new approach by dissecting the motivations, changing dimensions, value of common metrics and tactics so we can best align supply chains and their measures. Read more...

by Douglas Kent
As traditional supply chain (SC) designs take on a new shape, leading companies are searching for robust, new optimization techniques and enabling technologies to enhance the overall performance of their supply chain. When considering the various supply chain design options to support any new business strategy the impacts on revenue, cost, and service levels must be clearly understood before a new SC design is deployed. Read more...

by Jennifer Read
The two prongs of Charles Darwin's famous theory of evolution outlined in his book, Origin of Species, are: (1) variability which occurs in nature in response to environmental stimuli and (2) the fierce struggle for survival that occurs because of limited resources. This principle of biology has been applied to business to describe how quickly business models change and evolve in response to changing global conditions. Read more...

KNOWledge has taken the opportunity to interview Dr. Frank Stegherr from University of Applied Sciences Ulm to capture his qualified input on the Mission Critical nature of Supply Chain Proactivity. Read more...

Serving as the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Supply Chain Operations Excellence practice leader, Douglas has over twenty years of experience focused on the development, marketing and deployment of tailored supply chain solutions for companies across a wide variety of industry sectors and brings energized leadership to eKNOWtion and its clients. Read more...

Serving as the company's Chief Operating and Knowledge Officer (COKO) and head of the eKNOWtion Research Academy, Kathleen has been supporting international clients for over fifteen years integrating a passion for performance and life in her work. Her extensive experience and hands-on approach have driven positive results for many companies and complex supply chains. Read more...