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Supply Chain Management & Logistics

In this blog category, you will find information about the exciting world of logistics and supply chain management and learn more about the topics SCM and logistics consulting, sales & operations planning, and logistics and supplier management. Our experts will provide information about our realtime APS software (Advance Planning and Scheduling) way RTS, the standard software for real-time simulation of SCM planning scenarios. Another topic in this blog category is the Critical Chain Monitor, our cloud-based service for inventory monitoring and defect management in global supply networks.

A man in a suit stands in the warehouse wearing a blue hard hat

Supply Chain Management & Logistics February 13, 2026

Efficient production – the art of batch size optimization

Batch size optimization helps to reduce production costs and make processes more efficient. The aim is to achieve a good balance between set-up and storage costs. Throughput times, capacities and restrictions must also be taken into account. With the right strategy, tangible savings can be achieved.

Efficient production – the art of batch size optimization
A man in a white shirt stands in the warehouse and checks new deliveries on his Ipad

Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 2, 2025

Avoiding supply bottlenecks – securing the supply of goods

Supply bottlenecks jeopardize production, sales and customer relationships. This makes it all the more important to identify causes at an early stage and initiate targeted countermeasures. Clear planning, digital tools and early warning systems can effectively strengthen the resilience of the supply chain.

Avoiding supply bottlenecks – securing the supply of goods
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics July 8, 2025

Production planning 4.0: Agility as a success factor in volatile times

In a world where change has become the norm, companies are under massive pressure to make their production processes flexible and efficient. Especially in manufacturing industry, the dynamics of the market require more agile production planning.

Production planning 4.0: Agility as a success factor in volatile times
Female warehouse worker updating the stock on mobile phone app. Woman in uniform working in a factory warehouse.

Supply Chain Management & Logistics May 8, 2025

Expert consulting on the implementation of the PPWR (EU packaging regulation)

Fulfill the PPWR requirements efficiently and on time. Our consulting services support companies throughout the implementation of the new EU packaging & packaging waste regulation (PPWR) – from the initial readiness check to piloting and more.

Expert consulting on the implementation of the PPWR (EU packaging regulation)
A woman stands in a green greenhouse and checks data on her Ipad

Supply Chain Management & Logistics October 6, 2024

Sustainable procurement for a green economy

Sustainable procurement is a key lever for greater environmental and climate protection. Public institutions bear great responsibility in the face of high emissions. They must strategically integrate ecological, social and economic criteria into the procurement process - effectively and with an eye to the future.

Sustainable procurement for a green economy
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics March 8, 2023

Building the digital foundation for next-generation project-based planning

When we talk about project-based services, we think about very complex equipment, long lead times, services to install the products, a global network of suppliers, and the management of aftermarket parts and maintenance.

Building the digital foundation for next-generation project-based planning
Picture of an industrial and plant mechanic | Success Story SCHÜTZ SAP S/4HANA Migration

Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 15, 2022

Shortage of skilled workers in mechanical and plant engineering

The shortage of skilled workers and engineers has reached a historic peak, and mechanical and plant engineering companies in particular are suffering from this shortage. The pressure on industry is not likely to decrease in the future either. So what can companies do about this?

Shortage of skilled workers in mechanical and plant engineering
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 8, 2022

VDA 6.3 process analyses as a basis for increasing added value

Johannes Michel is Logistics Management Consultant at valantic and provides some insight into auditing, in the automotive industry and elsewhere. In the interview, he talks about the benefits and challenges of auditing according to the VDA 6.3 standard.

VDA 6.3 process analyses as a basis for increasing added value
Image of a data center and two people talking: Successful SAP Projects Through Process Mining

Supply Chain Management & Logistics May 6, 2022

Successful SAP Projects Through Process Mining

Process mining allows business processes to be analyzed efficiently, across systems. The insights help companies reduce complexity in their SAP transformation projects and achieve optimal results.

Successful SAP Projects Through Process Mining
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