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Building Trust, Building Strength: Supply Chain Transparency for Critical Collaborations In today's complex global economy, fostering strong, transparent relationships with our supply chain partners is no longer a nicety – it's a necessity. At AWL India, we believe that supply chain transparency is the cornerstone of critical collaborations. By openly sharing information and data, we can: Build trust and accountability throughout the entire supply chain. Identify and mitigate risks more effectively, ensuring a smooth flow of goods and services. Drive innovation and continuous improvement by working together towards shared goals. Transparency empowers collaboration, and collaboration strengthens our collective resilience. What are your thoughts on the importance of supply chain transparency? Share your insights in the comments below! . . . #rmehra #AWLIndia #SupplyChainManagement #Transparency #Collaboration #Logistics #CriticalPartnerships

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#FM talking about Supply Chain resilience. I hope corporate leaders in India are listening. It is a vastly ignored topic. Professionals in SCM struggle to get any support from the CXO's. The Times Of India @Department of Economic Affairs, Govt of India

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In my two decades in the supply chain world, I've witnessed India's incredible growth story. From bustling factories to intricate logistics networks, supply chain is the backbone of our economy. And trust me, it's more than just moving goods from point A to point B! Here are some fun insights I've picked up along the way: 🔸In Supply Chain, you need to #hire somebody who is responsible. Somebody who says 'I am responsible' every time something goes wrong. Accountability is key. Success comes from owning challenges and turning them into opportunities. 🔸Want to show someone that you are alive and part of a system? Try missing some deliveries. 😃 A missed delivery proves your existence! It’s a reminder of how every link in the chain is crucial. 🔸Something I learned in my career: the difference between Accurate Demand Planning and Aliens... Aliens have been sighted! Demand planning can feel mythical, but getting it right keeps commerce moving smoothly. 🔸 We never use miles as a measure in India, so why is it always called First Mile, Middle Mile, and Last Mile in every cadence? A quirky observation, highlighting how global terms have become part of our local practices. 🔸 "Yaar, Supply Chain leaders never lead businesses, eh? Try me!" Supply chain leaders drive strategic decisions, innovation, and business success. India’s supply chain is dynamic and ever-evolving, crucial to our country's growth. As we innovate and adapt, I’m proud to be part of this journey, contributing to the seamless flow of goods and services that power our economy. Do you have any fun or insightful supply chain tales? Drop them in the comments or reach out—let's keep the conversation going!! 🚀📚 #funspunsupplychain #leadership #cerebrate

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Our Founder & CEO, Dr. Ashvini Jakhar speaks about What Prozo bring to the table as a 3 PL partner in End-to-End Supply Chain environment. Take a listen, please 👍 Prozo

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ISCM brings to you the first-ever Symposium on Supply Chain Planning in India on 15th June, Mumbai. Dr. Rakesh P Singh will address the critical issue of building a more resilient organization by addressing broken supply chains. Many organizations are suffering from the bullwhip effect throughout their supply chain geography. To build resilience, advanced predictive techniques and analytics are essential. Data must be leveraged as a product to resolve supply chain challenges. The solution lies in developing an integrated, end-to-end supply chain. The talk outlines a five-point plan focused on creating a planning organization that executes and delivers effectively. This plan is pivotal for organizations aiming to enhance their supply chain resilience and overall operational efficiency. To register and get complete details reach out to our team [email protected] #demandplanning #supplychains #supplychain #supplyplanning #ibp #technology #forecasting #analytics #integratedbusinessplanning #ddmrp #supplychainmanagers

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Got bugs? Credit to the late Dr. Harsha Desai of #LoyolaUniversityMaryland for his inspiration here. In your #SupplyChain org you should keep a #project “bug list”. A running log of what can be fixed or upgraded. Spend time on it regularly. Detail out the benefits of proposed or requested changes to quantify the impact of new projects. This will help you focus on project #ROI and help to build a scheme for prioritizing resource allocation into your future. It doubles as a tool to help share vision and discuss #roadmap timing with staff… and turns into a list of wins when changes deploy. Reviewing it with fresh perspective can help ID recurring areas of concern or weakness for focus, training, etc. #SMBSupplyChain Photo Credit to Rhododendrites

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SCM Mentors- I am starting a Notes on Supply Chain Management.. Today will Start the Notes Which is a revision of what we learned by Books & Practicals. This is Just a small effort to help & remind all of friends. 1st Note - The five most critical phases of SCM are planning, sourcing, production, distribution, and returns. A supply chain manager is tasked with controlling and reducing costs and avoiding supply shortages.

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Delivering a day long session for #SupplyChainLeadership and #SupplyChainSeniorManagement on contemporary & futuristic Supply Chain topics is a privilege. #SupplyChain #automotivesupplychain

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I recently had the honor of participating as a panelist at the Supply Chain Summit in Pune, organized by Warehousing and Supply Chain. In our discussions with experienced professionals in this field, our central topic revolved around E-commerce and D2C supply chain.  I spoke on how E-com is changing the trends in the market, how companies need to adapt to highly dynamic market, couple of things that can change the industry out looks in the next 3-5 years. Preview of what I shared my thoughts on – 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐬 𝐄-𝐜𝐨𝐦 𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 & 𝐃2𝐂 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬? Biggest challenge for E-com logistics unlike product based owned logistics ( like Ekart) is to cater to different client expectations on SLA, Capabilities can be managed by having - 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐂 whilst having capability to provide different pricing both at rider and client end. - 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 to build stronger and responsive platforms to interact with clients 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐤𝐞𝐲.   How are you managing the cost aspects? Exploring ways to enhance cost efficiency in the last mile is crucial. -     𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 planning that caters to different SC from the same asset. Understanding the customer density is key here -     𝐆𝐢𝐠 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 – If we can demonstrate or execute adopting to Gig workforce in regular B2C along with Quick commerce and hyperlocal can add massive flex. 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 – “𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭-𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞 Centre not just as a logistical hub but also as a 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞-𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 / 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 its potential contribution to the overall supply chain” Key trends in the next 3-5 years Consolidation in D2C Direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands are emerging strongly in India, akin to global giants in other markets. These brands are leveraging e-commerce trends by directly engaging with their customers, offering personalized experiences, and swiftly adapting to changing market demands. As they continue to expand, 𝐃2𝐂 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. ONDC if it works would be a game changer. Did these ideas resonate with your current strategies? Share your experiences in the comments, and let's explore new possibilities together!

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I'm pleased to share my recent article, "Resilience in India’s Supply Chain: The Key to Navigating Complexity and Thriving Amid Uncertainty," now published on Globy's expert blog. You can read the full article here: [Resilience in India’s Supply Chain] https://lnkd.in/dgYJNUQg #SupplyChain #Logistics #India #Resilience #GlobalTrade #Operations #BusinessGrowth

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I came across some fascinating insights on the logistics landscape in India that I believe you'll find intriguing as well. India's logistics industry is on a fast track to growth and transformation. By 2025, the market size is projected to reach $215 billion, with a steady growth rate of 10-12% annually. Here's a snapshot of the logistics sector in India: *Segments:* - Transportation: Primarily dominated by Road (60%), followed by Rail (30%), Air (10%), and Water (1%) - Warehousing: Surging demand for modern warehouses, particularly in Tier 2 and 3 cities - Supply Chain Management: Embracing technology and digital solutions for enhanced efficiency - E-commerce: Fueling the need for last-mile delivery and reverse logistics - Cold Chain: Rising demand for temperature-controlled logistics, especially for pharmaceuticals and perishables *Trends:* - Digitalization: Leveraging AI, blockchain, and IoT for operational optimization and transparency - Sustainability: Prioritizing eco-friendly practices and reducing carbon footprint - Infrastructure Development: Government initiatives to enhance roads, ports, and airports - Skill Development: Demand for skilled professionals in logistics and supply chain management - Consolidation: Increasing mergers and acquisitions to build larger and more efficient players in the logistics sector *Challenges:* - Infrastructure: Inadequacies, particularly in rural areas - Regulatory Framework: Complex and varying regulations across different states - Cost: High operating costs due to fuel prices, tolls, and miscellaneous expenses - Efficiency: Inefficiencies in processes and lack of standardization - Scalability: Challenges in scaling operations to meet escalating demands *Government Initiatives:* - National Logistics Policy: Focused on reducing costs and enhancing operational efficiency - Bharatmala Pariyojana: Aiming to develop 83,677 km of roads and highways - Sagarmala: Promoting coastal infrastructure development and water

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🌍 Grateful for an inspiring day at the “Decarbonizing Logistics: A Strategic Opportunity to Build the New Logistics of India,” 🌍 On October 10th, I had the privilege of attending an enlightening session on “Decarbonizing Logistics: A Strategic Opportunity to Build the New Logistics of India,” hosted by the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISCM) in partnership with Mahindra Logistics. As industries worldwide strive towards decarbonization, it's crucial for India’s logistics sector to lead the way in creating sustainable, resilient solutions. From road and rail to warehousing and air, the discussions were a strong reminder that the future of logistics lies in reducing emissions while driving operational efficiency and collaboration. A big thank you to the 30+ industry and sustainability experts who shared valuable insights on: 🔹 The ESG Revolution: Designing a resilient and sustainable business future. 🔹 Decarbonizing the Supply Chain: A greener tomorrow with data-driven insights. 🔹 Going Green: Simple strategies for a low-carbon logistics future. Now is the time to embed sustainability at the core of our logistics strategies and build a greener, smarter, and more resilient future for India's economy. A special thank you to Dr. Rakesh P Singh, Rampraveen Swaminathan Anoop DharamVeer Chauhan, and the esteemed following panel of experts for their thought leadership. ISCM Forums Balachandran Senthilraj PMP®, CDCP®, CDESS®,IGBC® AP, CDT Arun Salvi SATYA NARAYAN PALAI Bipin Odhekar Atul Kharate Manika Bhargava Rajesh Bhogavalli Ashutosh Mishra Sandip Satapathy Shekar Bhosale Devarajan Iyengar Swayantani Ghosh, Chief Sustainability and CSR Officer Sreeja Mala Dhritiman Chakraborty Supply Chain Professional, Speaker, Exec Coach BINU VIJAY KUMAR Subodh Nagarsekar Kush Giramkar Sharad Kshirsagar, CPIM Lester Fernandes krishnam singh baghel Neelam Pandey Pathak Gaurav Singh, PhD Ashu Gupta Capt Tapas Majumdar Nitish Rai Shanmukh Singh Together, we can power India’s logistics towards a sustainable future! 🚚⚡️ #InstituteofSupplyChainManagement #ISCMForums #MahindraLogistics #SupplyChainSustainability #EcoFriendlyLogistics #CircularEconomy #GreenLogistics #ResponsibleSourcing #SustainabilityInBusiness #SupplyChainInnovation #EthicalSupplyChain #CarbonNeutralSupplyChain #warehousing #logistics #networking #decarbonization

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🌟 Gratitude Post 🌟 I had the immense privilege of attending the 10th Edition of the India Supply Chain Thought Leadership Summit organized by ISCM Forum on 19th September 2024 in Mumbai. What an incredible experience it was to join over 250 supply chain leaders and exchange ideas with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry. 🚀 The insightful discussions at the CSCO roundtables, featuring leaders from organizations like Asian Paints, Reliance Industries, Diageo India, and Nestle India, truly highlighted the transformative power of supply chains in today's global landscape. Key takeaways included how to: 1. Transform supply chains into a competitive advantage 2. Reconfigure global supply chains in this "lift-off decade" for India 3. Build sustainable and resilient planning capabilities 4. Overcome challenges using cutting-edge technologies like AI A big thank you to Dr. Rakesh Singh and the entire ISCM team for curating such an insightful and forward-thinking event. 💡 The knowledge and connections I’ve gained from this summit will undoubtedly help shape the future of supply chain management. Looking forward to applying these learnings and continuing to innovate in the dynamic world of supply chains! Dr. Rakesh P Singh Saurabh Jhawar Deepak Thukral Sai Mungara Raja Harbinder Singh Sharad Dhawale Nitin Kathuria Yogesh Mishra Harish Lade Vipin Sharda Amit Kumar Baveja Samrat Sehgal Umang S Bhatnagar Sankaranarayanan Alagappan Nithianand Sellathurai Jitendra Mahajan Deivasigamani Arun Bibhu P M. Aditi Sharma Sandeep Naik Rahul Ligade Manoj Kothari Rajeev Mehta Arun Salvi Priyanka Shivan Padmakumar G KALIAPPAN RM #Vinod K. Pratibha Nath Divyansh Rathore Ketan Kulkarni Rajesh Jade Dr. Rakesh Sinha Rampraveen Swaminathan Paresh R. Shekhar Tiwari Sreenivas Pamidimukkala Nitish Rai Sharmishtha Niyogi Vikas Singh Girish VS #SupplyChainLeadership #ThoughtLeadership #Adaptability #Disruption #SupplyChainManagement #IndiaSupplyChain #InnovationInSupplyChain #Logistics #Procurement #Warehousing #InventoryManagement #Transportation #GlobalSupplyChain #SupplyChainExcellence #SustainabilityInSupplyChain #DigitalTransformation #ai #technology #networking #resilience #iscm #iscmforums #ISCMForum #SupplyChainSummit #Leadership #Innovation #Sustainability #SupplyChainExcellence #Networking #Gratitude

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I invite you to "the India Supply Chain Thought Leadership. " The summit is the most significant supply chain leadership conclave in India. The summit is brought to you by the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISCM) The summit is curated based on the ISCM ranking of the India supply chain where we analyse close to 100 firms to understand the change taking place and the best practices. How are Indian firms defining their supply chains? 250 plus top supply chain leaders will be in attendance. 45 Speakers will discuss the following themes.   Theme Address - Navigating Complexity: Building India's Supply Chain Ecosystem to Tap into Global Opportunities.   From Plan to Reality: Transforming Supply Chains for the Future - A Strategic Perspective. Adaptive Strategies: Integrating Identification, Innovation, and Integration for Enhanced Resilient Planning Capabilities.   Navigating the Shift: Strategies for Developing Logistics Fulfillment Capabilities in Organizations   A Blueprint for Change: Implementing Emerging Best Practices for Building Responsible and Sustainable Supply Chains.   From Chaos to Clarity: Integrating Agility and Visibility in Future Supply Chain Organizations - The role of emerging technology. The summit is in its tenth edition, and it is a summit with a difference. This is a must-attend thought leadership summit. The summit will be followed by Supply Chain Night where we will unveil ISCM Supply Chain Rankings and Also Leaders who are driving these transformations. In case you want to be a part of this write to [email protected]

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The Festive Frenzy: Navigating the Supply Chain Challenges of Diwali. 🪔Diwali, a significant festival in India, brings a surge in consumer demand, resulting in an intense peak period for the supply chain and logistics industry. 🪔Companies face intensified inventory management challenges, needing precise demand forecasting to stock adequately without overloading warehouses. 🪔Beyond stockpiling, businesses must stay agile during the festive season. Dynamic replenishment systems allow companies to adjust inventory in real time based on sales data. This ensures that businesses can respond to sudden spikes in demand, reducing the risk of stock outs. 🪔Flexibility and agility are critical components of any successful supply chain during Diwali. The unpredictable nature of festive demand requires businesses to be prepared for a wide range of scenarios, from supply chain disruptions to unexpected spikes in consumer demand. 🪔By leveraging technology, skilled labor, and strategic planning, companies successfully navigate Diwali’s unique supply chain challenges, turning the festive season into an opportunity to enhance brand loyalty and customer satisfaction. 🪔Read the full article by clicking the link below- Safexpress Private Limited https://lnkd.in/guipNnjC

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It was a great experience moderating an insightful panel discussion on "Developing Smart and Sustainable Warehousing for Cold Chain" at Cold Chain Unbroken 2024 on 19th Sept. A big thanks to my fellow panelists Chandrakala Bobba , Gubba Kiran, Mahesh Vodela, Manu Bhalla, and Mohit Kumar Giri for sharing their expertise.​ ​ Key Discussion points:​ 💡 Key design and performance factors that make cold storage smarter.​ 💡Materials and technologies to ensure consistent and efficient temperature management.​ 💡 Viable automation tools like conveyors, sorters, and AGVs to reduce TAT and operational losses.​ 💡 How cold chain sustainability aligns with green certifications, renewable energy, and waste management.​ 💡 Best practices for working with logistics providers to ensure smooth cold chain operations.​ 💡 Optimized strategies for efficient inventory and order fulfillment in cold storage.​ ​ Thanks to everyone who contributed to this enriching discussion and to Dhiren Sanurag Lakkaraju for such an amazing event! Let’s keep innovating for a smarter, greener future.🌍​ ​ #ColdChain #Sustainability #Automation #SmartWarehousing #Collaboration​

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Continuation from Part 1 last week as to the key elements of creating a culture of improvement. As I mentioned last week, this is a journey here at SEKO Logistics. Link to part 1. https://lnkd.in/d3PG4HRZ As always, welcome your thoughts. 6. Reward and Recognize Improvement Efforts    •   Acknowledge Contributions: Recognize and reward employees who contribute to continuous improvement. This could be through formal recognition programs, bonuses, promotions, or simply public acknowledgment of their efforts. It takes energy to get this going but critical for leadership to feed the loop.    •   Celebrate Small Wins: Celebrating incremental improvements reinforces the value of continuous progress and motivates others to contribute. 7. Encourage Innovation and Creativity    •   Incentivize Innovation: Create a system where innovative ideas are encouraged and rewarded, even if they don’t always succeed.    •   Foster Experimentation: Allow employees to test new ideas without the fear of punitive consequences for failure. A fail-fast, learn-fast approach encourages ongoing experimentation. With any improvement initiatives, failure will occur, but even through failure you can learn! 8. Measure and Track Progress    •   Use KPIs: Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) that track progress in areas such as efficiency, quality, and employee satisfaction. Regularly review these metrics to identify improvement areas. This should be obvious, however. See in many organizations, I see far too often, that the people who can impact the score, have no idea what the score truly is!    •   Feedback on Results: Continuously communicate progress on improvement initiatives to the entire organization. Mushrooms grow in the dark, people do not. Share what is being done and more important, WHY! 9. Adapt to Change    •   Embrace Flexibility: Encourage a mindset that is adaptable to change. The business environment is constantly evolving, and a culture of continuous improvement should be flexible enough to adjust to new conditions. 10. Sustain Momentum    •   Long-Term Commitment: Building and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement is an ongoing process. Make it a long-term strategic priority for the company, embedding it in daily operations and planning.    •   Accountability Structures: Create accountability at every level for improvement efforts, ensuring managers and employees take responsibility for continuous learning and process enhancements. By integrating these strategies, businesses can create a dynamic, adaptive culture where improvement becomes a shared goal and part of the organization’s DNA. #lean #continuousimprovement #culture #engagement #success #journey #sekologistics

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