by ToolsGroup Finstock | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog, Featured, machine learning
There are a lot of supply chain planning solutions out there. Why choose ToolsGroup? It’s simple: Our perfect blend of technology and human expertise. The tailored guidance our clients get from our expert consultants is what makes the difference. A powerful solution...
by ToolsGroup Finstock | Jun 30, 2020 | Blog, demand forecasting, Featured, machine learning, supply chain planning
New product introductions (NPI) are critical to any company’s success, but many of them never become household names. In fact, it’s estimated that up to 80 percent of new product launches in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry fail. Adding to this already...
by ToolsGroup Finstock | May 6, 2020 | Blog, demand forecasting, Featured, machine learning, supply chain planning
Supply chain planning concepts have been around for nearly half a century, but now many converging factors and technologies are ushering in a new era for this mature supply chain solution. We believe Gartner’s report, “Mastering Uncertainty: The Rise of Resilient...
by ToolsGroup Finstock | Apr 30, 2020 | Blog, demand planning, Featured, inventory optimization, machine learning, supply chain planning
Adding automation to supply chain planning enables planners to be more productive and improves supply chain performance. By freeing up time formerly spent on manual tasks, planners are able to focus on more creative work, while increased visibility reduces silos...
by ToolsGroup Finstock | Mar 18, 2020 | Blog, demand forecasting, Featured, inventory optimization, machine learning, supply chain planning
With supply chain planning software you can automate the achievement of service levels, even under changing constraints resulting from major disruptions. As COVID-19 continues its malevolent spread around the world, concerns grow regarding the continued impact on...
by ToolsGroup Finstock | Jan 22, 2020 | Blog, Featured, inventory optimization, machine learning, supply chain planning
In my decades of working in replenishment and inventory optimization, I’ve noticed that many companies seek solutions to symptoms rather than the underlying problem. I want to let you in on a secret: software companies are happy to sell you something you don’t need....