Stephen DombroskiStephen Dombroski is director for the consumer products and food and beverage vertical markets at QAD Inc.From the AuthorSupply Chain VisibilityWhy Your Supply Chain Needs a FixQAD Inc.While everything may look smooth at face-value, a closer look at processes, people, and systems can reveal critical gaps where technological investment can make a meaningful impact.Supply Chain VisibilityUnderstanding Interruption vs. Disruption in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Supply ChainQAD Inc.Regardless of the nature of the disturbance, being prepared is paramount. Investing in risk assessment, contingency planning, technology, workforce development, and supplier diversification enhances readiness to navigate unforeseen challenges.FoodserviceHow the Pepper Shortage Impacts Foodservice, Downstream ManufacturingQAD Inc.Here’s how the current global pepper shortage impacts various sectors, and the importance of having robust supply chain processes and systems to manage such disruptions effectively.Risk/Compliance2024 U.S. Presidential Race: What Manufacturers Need From the NomineesQAD Inc.Here are four things that the 2024 Presidential nominees need to consider when it comes to the supply chain.AI/ARHarnessing Artificial Intelligence in New Era of Predictive Analytics, Demand Planning, Business ForecastingQAD Inc.By leveraging AI's analytical prowess and adaptability, businesses can navigate the complexities of an ever-changing market landscape with confidence and achieve sustained success in the competitive business arena.Fleet ManagementExtending S&OP Outside of the OrganizationQAD Inc.The expansion of sales and operations planning enables organizations to create a more integrated and responsive supply chain, driving efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.AI/ARAI’s Top 5 Benefits to Food Supply ChainsQAD Inc.To stay ahead of ever-changing customer demand and to create a safer and more sustainable food chain, food manufacturers and company leaders must welcome the innovative technology of AI.AI/ARHow Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizes Food and Beverage ManufacturingQAD Inc.From quality control and food safety to supply chain optimization and product development, AI technologies offer unprecedented opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.Supply Chain VisibilityThe Love-Hate Relationship Between Financial Planning and Operational PlanningQAD Inc.Supply chain costs up and downstream are one of the biggest profit killers to any organization. The companies that will succeed and absorb the pressures of the markets of today need to be adaptive with a connected supply chain.Grocery RetailDisruptions and Change Still in the AirQAD Inc.Digital manufacturing integrates all people and things within the manufacturing environment and then connects them with the entire business ecosystem.Risk/ComplianceWhy Businesses Must Develop Top-Down Contingency Plans in the Value ChainQAD Inc.Disasters and disruptions will continue to happen. That's why businesses must develop top-down contingency plans, beginning with the value chain.Rail & IntermodalHow Railroad Strike Sheds Light on the Importance of Contingency PlanningQAD Inc.The companies that succeed and can manage through this constant flow of disruptions will be the companies that have the people, processes and systems in place to quickly gather and analyze large amounts of data.Page 1 of 2Next Page
