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Another Ducking Digest: September 18, 2023
Another Ducking Digest: September 18, 2023
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20 minutes
Released:
Sep 18, 2023
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Podcast episode
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Welcome to "Another Ducking Digest"! In this episode, Lindsay and Sarah tackle the complexities of "Made in America/Onshoring." Lindsay explores three incentives: agility and faster market entry, focusing on core technical competency, and reducing fixed and variable costs. They examine real-world examples, emphasizing the importance of supplier selection and cost modeling. Lindsay and Sarah also share best practices, including clear problem statements, documented processes, and effective communication. Join us for valuable insights into onshoring strategies.
Released:
Sep 18, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (92)
INSIGHT-OUT: Learning The Benefits Of PO Process Automation with Lindsay Smith: TO AUTOMATE OR NOT? THAT IS THE QUESTION. Many people are not too open to the idea of automating their processes, and the same goes for people in supply chain, particularly in purchase orders. This is why we have Lindsay Smith. He is the Solutions Principal for Manufacturing Industry at Insight, and he will be talking with us about the benefits of having an automated purchase order process, only here in this latest episode of What The Duck?! Show Highlights: Introducing Lindsay Smith How Lindsay wound up in the supply chain Understanding Purchase Order Process Automation When is the best time to start a PO - process automation Defining the long lead part and short lead part It's not always the buyer's fault Quotes: Lindsay - Why he is drawn to manufacturing “I suppose it's in my DNA. My dad spent his career in manufacturing was NCR, but over and above that, it's exciting. It's the fulfillment of buildi by What the Duck - Another Supply Chain Podcast