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Since joining forces with Plex, by Rockwell Automation, in 2016, we’ve harnessed the power of its Smart Manufacturing Platform and industry knowledge to offer a digitized supply chain planning product. It seamlessly unites your business from the plant floor to the executive suite. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit rockwellautomation.com.

Calculating Safety Stock: Simpler Might Not be Better

Plex DemandCaster July 26, 2019

Safety stock is the extra stock you maintain to mitigate the risk of running out of raw materials. Find out how to calculate your safety stock here. ...

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Forecast vs. Demand Plan - do you know the difference?

Plex DemandCaster July 16, 2019

Do you know the difference between a forecast vs. demand plan? We provide a definition for both and explain key differences here. ...

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Nine Factors That Influence Inventory Planning and Optimization

Plex DemandCaster July 10, 2019

Inventory planning is hard to do. As supply chain complexity continues to expand, more and more factors are influencing planning and optimization. ...

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S&OP vs. SIOP: What’s the Difference?

Plex DemandCaster June 21, 2019

There are small differences between sales and operation planning (S&OP) and sales, inventory and operations (SIOP). Find out what they are in this article. ...

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Seven Advantages of Integrated Demand and Supply Planning

Plex DemandCaster May 21, 2019

Teamwork, practice, and a clear strategy are essential for integrated demand and supply planning. Find seven advantages of developing an integrated strategy here. ...

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What makes a great demand planner?

Plex DemandCaster May 14, 2019

What characteristics does a great demand planner have? Most importantly, they can solve complex problems. Being creative and objective is a vital part of their job! ...

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Computational thinking in today’s industry

Plex DemandCaster April 5, 2019

Learn more about computational thinking in today's industry. This article includes useful information for manufacturers and a definition from Industry Week. ...

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Do You Know the True Cost of Your Supply Chain?

Plex DemandCaster March 18, 2019

Many product companies are beginning to see aspects of their supply chain increasing in complexity. Do you know the true cost of your supply chain? ...

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Demand Planning vs. Supply Planning: Balance is the Key to Success

Plex DemandCaster March 15, 2019

Organizations that manage a supply chain have to continually balance a number of priorities. This article covers Demand Planning vs Supply Planning. ...

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The Importance of Effectively Managing Raw Materials Inventory

Plex DemandCaster March 5, 2019

Discover the importance of effectively managing raw materials inventory in a world where sourcing, producing and delivering products is increasingly complex. ...

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