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Interactive Intelligence in Real-Time: The ADR Academy's New Adaptive Learning Program

“Companies are scrambling to keep the skills of their buyers and supply managers up to the task of responding to wildly fluctuating costs and availability of key supplies. They need high quality training courses that are easily and instantly available,” said ADR North America CEO Bill Michels, C.P.M. “The ADR Academy fills that need with nine key courses that anyone can take if they have Internet access and a credit card.”

Sales Training - Top 3 Questions to Decide If Comparing Yourself Can Increase Your Sales
In sales it's so easy to compare because there of goals and quotas. When we are on a team, those goals or quotas might seem like enough of a measuring stick. In sales, whether on a team or solo, we often use another measuring stick: other people. Is it ever really worthwhile to compare ourselves to anyone or anything? What would Dr. House do?

Are Multiple Supply Chains Important (Survey Response 8)
A 2006 Report made the following statement: "Designing and operating multiple supply networks to meet the needs of specific market segments--supply chain innovation and the use of multiple supply chains will be important to future revenue and market share growth." Based on your own experience is this an accurate assessment? If yes, why? If no, why?

Are Multiple Supply Chains Important (Survey Response 7)
A 2006 Report made the following statement: "Designing and operating multiple supply networks to meet the needs of specific market segments--supply chain innovation and the use of multiple supply chains will be important to future revenue and market share growth." Based on your own experience is this an accurate assessment? If yes, why? If no, why?

Are Multiple Supply Chains Important (Survey Response 6)
A 2006 Report made the following statement: "Designing and operating multiple supply networks to meet the needs of specific market segments--supply chain innovation and the use of multiple supply chains will be important to future revenue and market share growth." Based on your own experience is this an accurate assessment? If yes, why? If no, why?

Are Multiple Supply Chains Important Survey Response 3
A 2006 Report made the following statement: "Designing and operating multiple supply networks to meet the needs of specific market segments--supply chain innovation and the use of multiple supply chains will be important to future revenue and market share growth." Based on your own experience is this an accurate assessment? If yes, why? If no, why?

Are Multiple Supply Chains Important Survey Response 2
A 2006 Report made the following statement: "Designing and operating multiple supply networks to meet the needs of specific market segments--supply chain innovation and the use of multiple supply chains will be important to future revenue and market share growth." Based on your own experience is this an accurate assessment? If yes, why? If no, why?

Are Multiple Supply Chains Important (Survey Response 1)
A 2006 Report made the following statement: "Designing and operating multiple supply networks to meet the needs of specific market segments--supply chain innovation and the use of multiple supply chains will be important to future revenue and market share growth." Based on your own experience is this an accurate assessment? If yes, why? If no, why?

Is it Mandatory for a Project Manager to be Technical?

Member Question: There are mixed opinions, some believe that a Project Manager needs to be very strong Technically (e.g. Java, Mainframe, DW) others believe that a Project Manager needs to be strong in Management skills like Planning, Organizing, Directing, Contolling etc. and it is good to have a Technical background. Question Submitted By: Abhijit Ganguly, PMP, MPM, MBA Project Manager United Health Group Gurgaon

What is the quickest way to get up to speed on supply chain management?

Member Question: What books or other resources can you recommend to a project and product manager who suddenly wants/needs to learn as much as possible about managing supply chains of diverse products? In the past, my role has involved only product development and marketing, not managing the flow of of raw materials from suppliers, managing inventory, delivery and so forth. I'd be grateful for any resource recommendations.

What IT Systems Are Critical for a Retail Supply Chain?
Member Question: Before throwing open its doors for business, what critical IT systems should a retail chain have in place? How long can this process take?

Dangerous Supply Chain Myths (Part 2)
Segment 2 - Supplier Development and Management: The Fruit of a Poisonous Tree? Supplier Development and Management Effective supplier development and management should deliver a competitive advantage in cost, quality, delivery/responsiveness, technology, and innovation achieved.

Recent ISM, CAPS and Kearney Report Perpetuates Dangerous Supply Chain Myths

While generally interesting, the recent 10 Page Report by ISM, CAPS and Kearney perpetuate a number of the myths that actually fuel the high rate of e-procurement initiative failures. Focusing on what is referred to as the “seven critical supply strategies” for Succeeding in a Dynamic World, I will address each “strategy” over the next seven day period referencing the results of our 15 years (and counting) of research findings and front line experiences.


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