When it comes to cycle counting, the first thing that comes to mind is ABC classifications of the items and then a cycle count program to count items throughout the year on a continuous basis. There is nothing wrong with the ABC classifications if the organization is mature enough with its items and the classification […]
Supply Chain
What does SFO have to do with Oracle?
Isn’t SFO an airport? The airport one would travel if the destination is Oracle’s Redwood Shores campus. Widely known as the initialism for the San Francisco International Airport, the answer would be correct if this question were posed in that context. However, in Oracle Fusion, SFO stands for the Supply Chain Financial Orchestration. Based on […]
[Webinar] Oracle Project-Driven Supply Chain at Roeslein & Associates
Roeslein & Associates, a global leader in construction and engineering, had complex business processes that could not scale to meet its needs. It wanted to set standard manufacturing processes to fulfill highly customized demand originating from its customers. Roeslein chose Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM, which included Project-Driven Supply Chain for Inventory, Manufacturing, Order Management, Procurement, […]
Retail’s Guide to ‘Sleigh’-ing Reverse Logistics
Now is the time for retail giants to knock Santa off his pedestal – and to do it, they can become reverse logistics experts. The younger generations have become accustomed to trying products before they buy them and being able to return them conveniently when products do not live up to their expectations. In both […]
3 Key Insurance Takeaways From InsureTech Connect 2024
The 2024 InsureTech Connect (ITC) conference was truly exhilarating, with key takeaways impacting the insurance industry. Each year, it continues to improve, offering more relevant content, valuable industry connections, and opportunities to delve into emerging technologies. This year’s event was no exception, showcasing the importance of personalization to the customer, tech-driven relationship management, and AI-driven […]
Did You Know? Outside Processing Doesn’t Have to Be Classified as Direct Material
Problem Statement: Oracle Fusion Costing Distribution process will treat the Outside Processing (OSP) as ordinary items (Direct Material/Material). If you are procuring direct items to work orders or have an outside service provided in a sub-assembly as a work order step, Oracle Cost Management solution will cost the two “items” as Direct Material given the […]
Useful Tips for Customizing IBM Sterling Store Engagement
Customizing IBM Sterling Store Engagement allows businesses to tailor the application to their specific needs, enhancing both functionality and user experience. This guide provides advanced tips and strategies for technical stakeholders who are involved in customizing the UI components of the IBM Sterling Store Engagement application. Here are some useful tips to start with the […]
Perficient Interviewed by Forrester: Steps to Develop A Manufacturing Operations Management Vision
Customers are demanding a personalized experience, and manufacturing is no different. One-size-fits-all manufacturing is now becoming a thing of the past. Today, we are seeing a decline in the mass production of identical products in exchange for personalization and niche products. As consumers intensify their expectations for on-demand personalization and delivery within days of purchase, […]
IBM OMS Multi-Hop Upgrade
IBM OMS (Order Management System) upgrade process is to update an existing OMS system to a newer version. This upgrade can involve updating only OMS application or other dependent applications or software’s. The primary goal of an OMS upgrade is to improve the efficiency, scalability, and performance of order processing. Multi-hop upgrade is to upgrade […]
IBM Sterling OMS Order Hub Installation (On Premises)
Introducing Order Hub: Complete Fulfillment Network Management Solution Order Hub, part of the IBM® Sterling Order Management System, is the ultimate tool for fulfillment and order management professionals. With its intuitive interface, contextual data, and key performance metrics, Order Hub empowers users to seamlessly translate business goals into actionable steps within their fulfillment network. Monitoring […]
Understanding Total Cost of Ownership in B2B Markets and the Power of Integrated WMS and OMS
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is a financial estimate that helps consumers and enterprise managers determine direct and indirect costs of a product or system. It goes beyond the initial purchase price to consider other costs involved in procurement, operations, and maintenance over the system’s life. In the B2B market, understanding TCO is crucial as […]
The Power of Precise Delivery Dates: How to Boost Sales and Customer Satisfaction
Providing accurate estimated delivery dates on your website is more than just a nice-to-have feature – it’s a crucial sales and customer experience driver that can significantly impact top-line sales while controlling bottom-line costs. The Delivery Date Difference Research shows that buyers who are given accurate delivery timeframes upfront are 7% more likely to complete […]