Indirect materials are essential to operations, but they are often poorly governed because they sit outside core production spend. That creates excess inventory, inconsistent pricing, and frequent expediting. This article explains what indirect material optimization is, why it matters, and…
Forecast accuracy rarely improves by tweaking spreadsheets. It improves when planning uses better signals – consumption, work orders, lead time changes, and supplier performance. Predictive demand signals help teams anticipate needs earlier, reduce surprises, and balance inventory more effectively. Here’s…
Welcome to the 2nd edition of Verusen’s Annual State of Supply Chain report. Each year, we poll supply chain executives around the world to compile tips, supply chain trends and initiatives currently being prioritized, striving to get a pulse on…
There’s arguably nothing more important in the world of business than working capital. It enables you to pay your staff, invest in assets, and keep your supply chain running. High working capital allows you to run operations efficiently, while a…
Industry-Proven Approach Guarantees Results to Participating Customers ATLANTA, GA, September 15, 2021 — The supply chain is an ever-moving target that can keep companies profitable or cost them through miscalculated procurement strategies or untimely inventory mismanagement. Verusen, the Atlanta-based…
There’s been a long-held concept that a supply chain could be agile or lean, but not both. In last month’s article, we explored how with the right digital transformation, there is no reason why a company can’t be both. Here, we’ll…
Supplier strategies often optimize for price while operations optimize for uptime, and the mismatch creates waste. Strategic supplier alignment connects sourcing decisions to service levels, lead time risk, and parts criticality. This article outlines how manufacturers align suppliers to reduce…
What is network optimization in supply chain? Supply chains are the lifelines of every business, and aligning your operations and communication can be key to supply chain optimization and ultimately minimizing operating costs. Strategic supply network optimization software takes this…
AI is everywhere in supply chain messaging, but outcomes depend on data quality and the use case. When applied correctly, AI and machine learning improve visibility, reduce duplication, and strengthen inventory decisions across sites. This article breaks down practical applications,…
Most sustainability plans fail when they stay at the slide-deck level. Real progress shows up in how you buy, stock, move, and use materials. These six simple rules help supply chain teams reduce waste, improve resilience, and build sustainable operations…
