1. Demand Forecasting & Collaborative Planning
Leverage historical data and market trends to build AI-driven forecasting models. Collaborate with sales, production, and clients to dynamically adjust demand plans, minimizing overstocking or shortages.
2. Supplier Tiering & Dynamic Management
Implement a vendor evaluation system covering quality, delivery, and cost. Classify suppliers into strategic, preferred, and backup tiers. Conduct regular audits and foster competition to enhance supply chain resilience.
3. Transparent Production Execution
Deploy IoT devices and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) to monitor real-time production capacity, yield rates, and progress. Proactively identify bottlenecks and accelerate issue resolution.
4. Smart Inventory Optimization
Adopt VMI (Vendor-Managed Inventory) or JIT (Just-in-Time) strategies. Use ABC classification to set safety stock thresholds and RFID technology for precise inventory tracking.
5. Agile Logistics Network Design
Establish multi-regional warehouses, backup transport routes, and contingency carriers. Optimize routing and freight costs via TMS (Transportation Management Systems) to mitigate geopolitical or operational disruptions.
6. Closed-Loop Risk Management
Identify risks such as supply shortages, price volatility, and compliance gaps. Develop BCPs (Business Continuity Plans), implement dual sourcing for critical components, and maintain strategic reserves.