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A Dichotomy of Perspectives: A Discussion on Forrest Breyfogle’s New Book on Integrated Enterprise Excellence

PI Blogger — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:52:03 +0000

Recently, I had the opportunity to exchange ideas on the veracity of the various models that organizations rely upon as the framework for building a successful enterprise.

What prompted this open and productive exchange of ideas was a question that was recently posed regarding the merits of Forrest Breyfogle’s latest book on Integrated Enterprise Excellence (or for those of you that have a penchant for acronyms, IEE).

In the following paragraphs I will share a few of the more meaningful discussion streams starting with the original question.

Original Question:

Supply Chain and Procurement Practices Group

Optimization Modeling and the Modern Supply Chain

PI Blogger — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 17:24:36 +0000

Member Question:

Have you been able to utilize simulation or optimization modeling to solve a demand-side supply chain problem? If so, what was it?

My Response:

There have been numerous studies and reports on the various methods (i.e. Monte Carlo) used in determining supply chain optimization.

I would have to say that my preferred method has been to use the heuristic approach under an agent-based model in which the unique operating attributes of each stakeholder is understood separately before a collective outcome is identified and achieved.

Supply Chain and Procurement Practices Group

Understanding the SCOR Methodology (A PI Q and A)

PI Blogger — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 13:22:14 +0000

Member Question:

I am interested in learning the SCOR - model. Who can recommend a quick reference to this methodology?

My Answer:

Supply Chain and Procurement Practices Group