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What is collaborative demand planning and why is it important?
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Industrial Food Services selects Optimity for supply chain planning
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How to anticipate demand rather than reacting to customer orders

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Optimity has joined the RELEX Solutions family!

Optimity has joined the RELEX Solutions family. The acquisition brings together two highly complementary offerings, adding Optimity’s production planning and supply chain optimization capabilities to RELEX’s planning platform.

customers

Blendwell boosts forecast accuracy and service levels with end-to-end planning solution

Blendwell Food Group produces and packs dried fruits and nuts for retailers across Europe. Following an extended period of growth, the Dutch company needed to scale up its existing planning capabilities to keep up with demand and manage an increasingly complex supply chain. Blendwell partnered with Supply Chain Company and Optimity for the solution.

Finsbury Food Group Selects Optimity Software

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Finsbury Food Group cuts net working capital by £1.6 million, prepares for IBP

Finsbury Food Group is one of the UK’s leading specialty bakery manufacturers. To support its acquisition strategy, the £356m company needed to strengthen its supply chain planning capabilities. In search of an integrated and scalable planning solution, Finsbury turned to Optimity.

customers

Peak Foods streamlines planning and operations with Optimity

Peak Foods, the leading US frozen whipped topping manufacturer, is working with Optimity to streamline its supply chain. We talked to Jeff White, VP of Operations, about business challenges, growth plans, and how supply chain planning software is driving business transformation.

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Building a resilient supply chain at Systemair

When business is booming, there’s often little time for reflection and change, but sooner or later, the need to strengthen business processes catches up. Read the Systemair story...

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How to prepare your data for a supply chain planning software implementation

Is your data in good enough condition to take advantage of modern supply chain planning technology? If you’re currently relying on MRP and Excel, chances are the answer is no. But don’t worry – the data can and will be fixed.

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iPlan Global becomes Optimity implementation partner

Optimity and iPlan Global, the ERP and business process design consultancy, have announced a new partnership. Under the agreement, iPlan Global will offer implementation services for Optimity’s supply chain planning solutions.

customers

Rastelli Foods Group trims $3.5M of inventory in the first three weeks with Optimity

The $600M meats & seafood company invested in Optimity's Supply Chain Planning solution and is quickly seeing the benefits . Read Rastelli's story

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How to successfully forecast demand for new products – 12 things your system should do

Predicting demand for new products is notoriously tricky. The lack of sales history and uncertainty about market acceptance and the effectiveness of sales and marketing efforts means it is far from an exact science. This post looks at the system support your planners need to accurately forecast demand during the early stages of the new product’s lifecycle.

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Supply chain planning for the poultry industry - 5 best practices for 'balancing the bird'

The poultry industry poses particular challenges for planners - all of which relate to the problem of “balancing the bird”. However, the challenge is very much the same for any business that deals with a divergent product flow and the task of optimizing the use of a single input.

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How to anticipate demand rather than reacting to customer orders

Many companies are stuck in the mindset that the only way to provide good customer service is by saying ‘yes’ to everything. But offering too much flexibility is costly and could restrict your ability to grow. Here’s how to operate more effectively and profitably while at the same time giving your customers the service they expect.

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Fortum Recycling & Waste – Pioneering circular economy solutions

When Fortum acquired Finnish waste management company Ekokem in 2016 and set up Fortum Recycling & Waste, it was just the beginning of an exciting journey. Read the Fortum story

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What is collaborative demand planning and why is it important?

Many companies are stuck in the mindset that the only way to provide good customer service is by saying ‘yes’ to everything. But offering too much flexibility is costly and could restrict your ability to grow. Here’s how to operate more effectively and profitably while at the same time giving your customers the service they expect.

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Best-in-class production scheduling – do you need it, and what are the benefits?

A best-in-class production scheduling solution can significantly boost operational efficiency, customer service and profitability. This post discusses what type of companies should consider investing in a production scheduling solution and the benefits that you can expect.

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Rastelli Foods Group partners with Optimity for forecasting and production planning

Rastelli Foods Group, the global premium meats and seafood provider, has teamed up with Optimity to improve customer service and streamline operations.

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Industrial Food Services selects Optimity for supply chain planning

Industrial Food Services (IFS), Australia’s leading industrial producer of pure chocolate and chocolate compound, has chosen Optimity to support its rapid growth, targeting better customer service and operational efficiency.

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5 reasons why concurrent supply planning is the way to go

The sooner you know, the sooner you can act. Persistent supply chain shocks and disruptions are forcing manufacturers to rethink their planning processes. This post discusses concurrent supply planning and how it helps build a more agile and resilient supply chain.

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Best practice planning for the dairy industry

This post takes a close look at supply chain planning in the dairy industry. Find out about best practices and how to turn the dairy industry's unique planning challenges to your advantage.

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SBS selects Optimity for forecasting and replenishment planning

Specialty Bolt & Screw, the premier US sourcing and distribution company for specialized fastening hardware, has teamed up with Optimity for demand and replenishment planning. The goal is to reduce inventory and support growth.

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New demand planning solution enables IBP at Perstorp

When Perstorp decided to replace its S&OP process with Integrated Business Planning (IBP), a new forecasting solution quickly rose to the top of the agenda. However, Perstorp would need total commitment from its global salesforce to succeed.

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Here's how to achieve best-in-class production planning

Best-in-class production planning can be the difference between a thriving business and one that struggles. But what does best-in-class look like, and how do you implement it? This article covers the systems and processes you need to put in place to get the absolute most from your manufacturing assets.

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Interview with Jeff Stites, CEO of Bubbies Ice Cream

Jeff shares his personal experience in implementing S&OP and the role Optimity played in driving alignment across the business. Interview with Lora Cecere of Supply Chain Insights.

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Just launched - Production Workbench

Optimity announces Production Workbench- a new tool that greatly simplifies the day-to-day management of optimized production plans.

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Customer case: Solving common inventory problems

Are you tired of stockouts, late deliveries and people running around chasing backorders? This post looks at a company that used Optimity's automated inventory classification and safety stock optimization solutions to turn the corner.

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In the press: Optimity experts discuss better planning and optimization with Machine Learning

Experts from Optimity explain why machine learning is a must for better supply chain planning.

customers

From Excel to excellence at Group of Butchers

Group of Butchers was growing fast. The business was thriving. But the rapid expansion also put pressure on the supply chain, and planning was becoming an issue. Group of Butchers turned to Supply Chain Company and Optimity for a solution.

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7 steps to better demand forecasting

A good demand plan provides the platform for a high-performance supply chain and guides both strategic decision making and financial planning. This post looks at seven critical considerations for demand planning success.

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Graze partners with Optimity to manage a volatile supply chain

Graze, the UK’s leading healthy snack brand company, has partnered with Optimity to support its continued growth in a time of high volatility.

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Optimization: Enabling environmentally sustainable supply chains

This post looks at how supply chain optimization can support companies as they transition from linear supply chains to circular models, and how sustainability can be incorporated into the core business model.

Feel Good Foods partners with Optimity for Supply Chain Planning

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Feel Good Foods selects Optimity for Supply Chain Planning

Feel Good Foods, North America's leading brand in gluten-free frozen snacks & appetizers is implementing Optimity’s demand forecasting, production planning, and inventory management solutions to support growth.

Bubbies premium ice cream selects Optimity Software for Supply Chain Planning

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High-impact S&OP at Bubbies Ice Cream

After a decade of perfecting its premium mochi ice cream, Bubbies’ was doing well, but there was a sense that the business could be doing even better. New owners took over in 2016, and they had a plan. Read how the Arizona-based ice cream manufacturer finds the ideal platform for growth with Optimity.

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Whitepaper: Supply Chain Optimization - it's not magic, it's mathematics

This whitepaper uses common planning scenarios to explain how supply chain optimization technology works and why companies looking to streamline operations and maximize profits should consider switching.

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Thinking about Optimity? Here's what's involved....

At Optimity we use prototyping to make sure you’re fully informed before making your investment decision. Find out what’s involved and why prototyping before you buy is such a good idea.

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Why is Supply Chain Optimization important?

For any manufacturing or distribution company, planning is one of the most complex and critical parts of the business. This post explains how supply chain optimization works, why it’s superior to traditional planning approaches.

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With volatility here to stay, supply chain planning is all about resilience

It was only a year ago that business leaders and investors were trying to anticipate the next twist in the US-China trade negotiations. Meanwhile, in Europe, all eyes were on the UK-EU Brexit negotiations. Then came the pandemic...

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Machine learning drives more accurate forecasting and better planning

Optimity's Pontus Stefanson discusses how Machine Learning is driving optimized decision-making and better forecasting in Supply Chain Effect Magazine

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Machine Learning is redefining supply chain planning – here’s how

The machine learning era is here, and supply chain planning is one of the most relevant application areas for this technology. This post takes a look at the role of machine learning in supply chain planning and why now is the time to start embracing this game-changing technology.

Orkla Foods Supply Chain Planning with Optimity

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Orkla achieves 98% customer service levels with Optimity

When Orkla chose Optimity to transform its planning and scheduling, the customer service improvements were dramatic, and the project was easier and less expensive than imagined.

Finsbury Food Group Selects Optimity Software

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Finsbury Food Group selects Optimity for Supply Chain Optimization

Finsbury Food Group, a group of specialist bakeries operating across the UK and Europe has selected Optimity to strengthen its demand and supply planning processes.

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Supply chain planners - why is it so hard to let go of planning spreadsheets?

Spreadsheets are still widely used in supply chain planning and many planners rely solely on Excel. With so much to gain in terms of business performance and competitiveness, why is it so hard for companies to leave their spreadsheets behind and make the switch to a modern planning solution?

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How to optimize inbound logistics

A carefully-managed inbound logistics network is crucial to a smooth-running supply chain. Without a reliable flow of incoming goods, both customers and operations will suffer. Read how an Australian grocery importer optimized its inbound logistics.

Bubbies premium ice cream selects Optimity Software for Supply Chain Planning

customer announcements

Bubbies partners with Optimity for Supply Chain Planning

The Arizona-based premium ice cream manufacturer has selected Optimity to support its growth, implementing Optimity's Demand Forecaster and Supply Chain Optimizer.

Optimity Webinar Digital S&OP at times of unrest

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Why a digital S&OP process should be your top priority

Since the Covid-19 outbreak, manufacturers and distributors face demand and supply chain uncertainty on a scale never previously experienced. Here's why digitalizing your S&OP process should be a top priority.

Optimity Webinar Digital S&OP at times of unrest

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Webinar - Digital Sales & Operations Planning in times of unrest

Hirsh Industries selects Optimity Supply Chain Software

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Hirsh Industries chooses Optimity Software to be its Supply Chain System of Record

Hirsh Industries, one of North America’s largest manufacturers of filing cabinets, shelving and storage products is implementing Optimity’s demand, production and inventory planning solutions to improve service and sustain growth.

Planning horizons for supply chain planning

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The importance of planning horizons and review meetings

Planning horizons & review meetings and why they matter in Supply Chain Planning. This post gives guidelines on how to define your planning horizons and which topics to cover in your review meetings.

Connected Supply Chain - Optimity Software

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3 important steps before implementing Strategic Supply Chain Planning

One of the most common reasons organizations struggle with strategic supply chain planning initiatives, is because they don’t fully understand the present situation. Here we take a look at three key areas that must be clearly defined in order to succeed.

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Inventory redistribution – when does it make sense?

Inventory redistribution can improve both margins and customer service, but only if used properly. Here we take a closer look at Inventory Optimization, and why this technology offers a superior alternative to traditional DRP.

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10 things food and beverage companies should look for when choosing a planning tool

Food and beverage companies operate some of the most challenging supply chains in business. We’ve compiled a list of must-have capabilities for your planning solution.

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Whitepaper: What is Integrated Business Planning and why is it better than S&OP?

This whitepaper describes the differences between S&OP and IBP and highlights the essential factors for successful IBP execution. It is a must-read for supply chain business leaders seeking to improve overall profitability.

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How to 'Moneyball' your Supply Chain

Moneyball is one of those “true story” baseball movies, and a great one at that. But it’s not about baseball – it’s about data – and about using data in the right way to get an incredible outcome. The “Moneyball’ philosophy has had a massive impact on professional sports, and the principles will be game-changing for business as well, and in particular will have a profound impact on how you manage and plan your supply chain.

Inventory Optimization - warehouse

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Setting the Optimal Safety Stock

Learn how to maximize the impact of your inventory investment and how optimization technology can help you determine optimal safety stock levels.

customer announcements

Leading Scandinavian chicken producer, Scandi Standard, selects Optimity for planning

Scandi Standard, the Nordic region’s largest chicken producer, is implementing Optimity Supply Chain Optimizer to simplify planning at their major production sites.

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Optimity appoints Fred Avellen Managing Director, ANZ

Optimity appoints Fred Avellen Managing Director, Australia & New Zealand

Patrik Fardow - Supply Chain Effect Magazine article

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By mastering logistics you can manage almost any aspect of a company

Patrik Färdow – COO of Orkla Foods Group talks about the challenges faced by consumer goods manufacturers, why speed and agility are so critical to supply chain planning, and the importance of not letting the quest for the perfect plan get in the way of timely execution.

Cattle in field - Supply Chain Planning for the Meat Industry - Optimity Software

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How to Improve Profit Margins in the Meat Industry with Supply Chain Technology

To achieve both growth and profitability, meat producers must accelerate the implementation of supply chain planning technology. This whitepaper explains how adopters benefit from plans that optimize the balancing and yield of each carcass.

Production Scheduling Screens Optimity Software

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Next-generation Production Scheduler

Fast and easy-to-use, Optimity's Production Scheduler delivers click-of-a-button production scheduling changes and drag-and-drop functionality. Close the gap between planning and execution.

John Soules Food - Optimity Software Customer

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John Soules Foods selects Optimity for growing Supply Chain Planning needs

Iconic chicken and beef fajita producer, John Soules Foods chooses to partner with Optimity to support growth and help sustain outstanding customer service levels nationwide.

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Optimity recognized as Notable Vendor in Gartner Magic Quadrant Report

Gartner recognizes Optimity as Notable Vendor in latest Magic Quadrant update

Newbody - Optimity Software Customer

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Newbody selects Optimity to achieve 100% service level

Clothing distributor Newbody has selected Optimity's Demand Planning solution as part of drive to achieve 100% delivery performance.

customer announcements

Norsk Kylling partners with Optimity to optimize poultry production

Norwegian chicken producer Norsk Kylling has selected industry specialist Optimity to optimize their poultry processing operation.

Petronas - Optimity Software Customer

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PETRONAS Lubricants selects Optimity

PETRONAS Lubricants chooses Optimity’s Demand Forecaster for demand planning across Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Supply Planning materials in warehouse

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Is this the end of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)?

Why companies must look beyond MRP to Supply Chain Optimization for holistic, profit-driven planning.

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Whitepaper: Planning for Profit in the Food Processing Industry

Food Processing industries such as seafood, dairy and meat face specific challenges – where a single input not only needs to generate multiple outputs of differing value – but must also be used in its entirety. The paper talks about the best ways to plan for profit in the Food Processing industry.

customers

Optimity manages the complexity at ANZCO Foods

Meat producer ANZCO Foods is one of New Zealand’s biggest exporters. When the NZ$1.3bn company was looking for ways to balance a limited livestock supply with strong but price-sensitive customer demand, they turned to Optimity.

Snackbrands partners with Optimity for Supply Chain Planning

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A new level of decision support at Snack Brands

Snack Brands, one of Australia’s largest suppliers of snack foods turned to Optimity to improve operational efficiency - switching from an Excel-based approach.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions - Optimity Software Customer

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Optimity seals up planning at Trelleborg

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions decided to shift its planning focus to a more tactical level. Today the company is using Optimity’s Demand Forecaster and Supply Chain Optimizer, and is firmly in control of its supply chain.

Lofbergs Coffee Products - Optimity Software Customer

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Löfbergs finds the right blend with Optimity

When Swedish coffee roasting company Löfbergs needed more accurate sales forecasts they turned to Optimity for help. Today the company uses Optimity’s tools to forecast and plan the production and distribution of over 28,000 tonnes of coffee annually.

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6 keys to successful strategic planning

This post takes a look at 6 key factors that will have a major impact on the success or failure of your strategic planning initiative.

Vita Coco - Optimity Software Customer

customer announcements

Vita Coco® selects Optimity for global supply chain planning

Vita Coco® partners with Optimity for global supply chain planning, supporting growth.

customer announcements

Demand Forecasting Global Implementation at Teknor Apex

Teknor Apex ready for global rollout of Optimity's Demand Planning solution

customer announcements

Balancing the carcass at NZ's largest supermarket chain

Countdown Ltd (Woolworths’ NZ subsidiary) implements Optimity across all categories in the meat division of its highly successful New Zealand supermarket chain.

customers

Driving S&OP at HPM-Legrand

When Legrand Australia discovered Optimity, they knew they'd found the right solution - one that would help them drive real S&OP improvement.

Sales & Operations Planning meeting

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Are you suffering from S&OP churn?

The S&OP process should resolve most planning issues prior to the executive review, but the reality is often very different. Find out why, and how Integrated Business Planning can help you achieve your planning goals.

Worker scanning document in factory

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Balancing make-to-stock and make-to-order

Trying to find the balance between customer orders and managing your bottlenecks to avoid scheduling gaps? Find out how optimization will help you get it right.

Cutting the salmon on the production line in the fish processing plant

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Planning for profit in the food processing industry

A well-executed Integrated Business Planning process can bring significant benefits to the food processing industry. Find out what's involved.

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2 Key Symptoms of a Broken Planning Process

Is your planning process doing what it's supposed to? This post looks at two common symptoms of a broken planning process.

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