Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

• How can demand-driven S&OP improve materials planning?

  Demand-driven S&OP is meant to close the gap between a company's long-term forecasts and its short-term responsiveness. Here are the fundamentals of this new approach.  Continue Reading

• Is production leveling with Heijunka available in SAP ECC?

  Heijunka has made significant inroads in the automobile industry, and manufacturers in other industries can also benefit from this production leveling solution to balance supply and demand.  Continue Reading

• What inventory KPIs are available in SAP MRP Monitor?

  MRP Monitor fills the inventory reporting and analyses gap that exists in SAP ECC, with analyses that enable materials planning success. Here's a look.  Continue Reading

• Will SAP EWM-QM integration improve the quality inspection process?

  Integrating SAP Extended Warehouse Management and Quality Management requires taking the time to allocate resources to carry out a successful project. Here are four areas on which to focus.  Continue Reading

• What core components are included in an SAP APO overview?

  SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization enables companies to better sense market demand, quickly react with timely supply, and meet and maintain higher service levels.  Continue Reading

• SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll vs. MCPO: Which wins?

  Learn how combining Employee Central Payroll with multi-country payroll outsourcing may be the best way to cover smaller workforces across the globe.  Continue Reading

• What core components does the SAP ERP system include?

  The SAP ERP system -- also known as ECC -- is the foundation for many companies' ERP implementations. Here's a look at its core components and what each one does.  Continue Reading

• How can IT get ready for SAP Extended Warehouse Management?

  Significant planning and preparation prior to integrating SAP ERP Warehouse Management with Extended Warehouse Management can help ensure success. Here's what you should know.  Continue Reading

• What deployment models are included in an SAP SRM overview?

  If your company is thinking about implementing SAP Supplier Relationship Management, you'll want to know how it works with Materials Management and what the deployment models are.  Continue Reading

• What helpful balance sheet valuation procedures are found in SAP MM?

  Lowest value determination; first in, first out; and last in, first out valuation types ensure companies can legally comply with accounting principles, such as GAAP and IFRS.  Continue Reading

• How can you reduce the bullwhip effect with demand-driven MRP?

  Reducing the bullwhip effect requires a fundamental and strategic shift from supply-focused materials planning to demand-focused materials replenishment.  Continue Reading

• How does ECC handle SAP Vendor Evaluation for services?

  In SAP ECC, Vendor Evaluation gives you an easy way to evaluate vendor performance for services such as equipment maintenance or building maintenance. Here's a look.  Continue Reading

• How can demand-driven MRP boost supply chain efficiency?

  Demand-driven MRP reduces uncertainty, volatility, complexity and ambiguity -- factors that are often responsible for degrading supply chain efficiency. Incorporating DDMRP into a supply chain plan can ensures these negative factors are avoided.  Continue Reading

• How can SAP CTM in SAP ATO improve supply chain management?

  Capable-to-Match is a subcomponent of SAP APO that enables better demand and supply controls by balancing production constraints, supplier lead time and transportation lead time.  Continue Reading

• How can SAP Governance, Risk and Compliance help my company?

  SAP Governance, Risk and Compliance can help companies prevent fraud, comply with environmental regulations, and manage risks.  Continue Reading