The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Right Supply Chain Planning Software
Choosing the right supply chain planning software is a critical decision that can impact your company’s efficiency, cost management, and overall performance. Follow these 12 key steps to make a strategic, well-informed decision.
Top 6 Takeaways from ProMat 2025: What’s Hype vs. What’s Worth Investing In
ProMat 2025 showcased the future of supply chain and facility operations, bringing cutting-edge innovations to the forefront. But as always, the big question remains: What’s truly game-changing, and what’s just a flashy demo?
After walking the floor and analyzing the latest trends, here are our top 6 takeaways.
5 Ways McDonald Uses Data Management to Power Their Supply Chain
McDonald's has built one of the most efficient and reliable supply chains globally, and at the heart of its success is a robust data management philosophy. Their approach emphasizes real-time analytics, demand forecasting, and seamless integration across the entire value network. This post dives into how their system works and why it's transferable to operations of any scale.
Inside the Minds of Supply Chain Innovators: Insights from My Career at HAVI/McDonald’s, Roche, Moen, Fortune Brands & Sherwin-Williams
Transforming a supply chain isn’t just about implementing new technologies—it’s about vision, strategy, and execution. In this interview, SCT’S Scott Saunders shares his experience working with supply chain innovators HAVI / McDonald’s, Roche Pharmaceuticals, Moen, Fortune Brands and Sherwin-Williams to shed light on the key factors behind supply chain success.
White Paper: The Value of Integrated Business Planning
Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is a holistic management process that aligns strategic, financial, tactical, and operational planning to drive better decision-making, enhance agility, and improve overall business performance. This white paper explores the value of IBP, its key components, benefits, implementation challenges, and best practices.
Top Supply Chain Challenges of 2025: Navigating the New Normal
Supply chain leaders are navigating unprecedented complexities in 2025. We cannot look at these disruptions as obstacles – they're catalysts for innovation and transformation. Understanding and addressing key challenges is crucial for sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Seven Supply Chain Management Trends to Note in an Age of Nonstop Disruption
Driven by rapid technological advancements and global disruption, supply chain management has evolved and is constantly adapting to allow extended value chain networks to be competitive. Here are seven key trends that should be discussed at executive leadership tables. If these topics are not part of your discussions, you are already behind.
Top Tips for Navigating the TMS Selection Process
Whether you're looking to automate manual processes, optimize load planning, or enhance visibility across your supply chain, choosing the right TMS is essential for long-term success. At SCT Advisory, we specialize in guiding companies through the TMS selection process and ensuring they make informed decisions that align with their business goals. Here are our top tips for navigating the TMS selection journey.
Understanding the TMS Market: TMS Market Segmentation by Tiers
Having a solid understanding of your transportation needs is critical because the TMS market is divided into tiers, each catering to different levels of operational complexity and feature requirements.
Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Moving Beyond Reactive Management
Supply chain disruptions dominate the attention of practitioners, pulling them into a constant state of reaction rather than strategic planning. Many practitioners lack the tools and discipline needed for effective contingency planning. Here’s why this happens and what can be done to address it.
Top 5 Benefits of a Transportation Management System (TMS)
A strong business case for TMS adoption not only helps justify the investment but also garners support from stakeholders. Here are 5 benefits of a Transportation Management System.
SCT Advisory Proudly Sponsors CSCMP EDGE 2024
CSCMP EDGE is a premier event that brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and technology providers to explore the latest trends and advancements in logistics and supply chain management.
Innovation Unleashed: Highlights from Netlogistik’s Game-Changing Supply Chain Event
The SCT team is back from Netlogistik's Innovation Day, an incredible event designed to inspire, educate, and connect professionals committed to driving innovation in supply chain management.