Supply Chain Planning & Analytics.
The complexity of supply chain planning is rapidly increasing.
In times of expanding, complex supply chains, effective, data-driven supply chain planning is now more critical than ever to create a resilient company. For some, planning may not seem like a compelling investment because forecasts can be inaccurate and plans can go differently than expected. However, here’s the truth: With supply chain planning, companies do not create predictions but install the right skillset, systems, and processes to deal with the future, whether it be risks or opportunities.
opportunity for you business.
Resilience.
4 steps. Turn today's complexity into your advantage.
right goals.
One of the chief reasons that companies introduce new planning processes is to get people out of their silos and working together. This means that key performance indicators (KPIs) must be calibrated to reflect shared goals. We are working with our clients to create win-win scenarios for the relevant stakeholders.
people.
The main focus should be on the mindset of the people and the processes. Often, however, we see that the focus goes into the system implementation while the change management aspect of the implementation is neglected.
your processes.
We often see the need, not only to balance demand and supply, but also to align across different regions. Also, we recommend integrating your product life cycle management (PLM) process and financial planning into a holistic planning process.
technology
roadmap.
Multitute IT platforms make it quite challenging to define an aligned planning approach due to the different processes and data standards. A roadmap for your business core systems and your highly innovative applications must to be devised and managed effectively.
Our customer engagement model.
The value we bring to our customers is to develop best-fit processes and solutions in the customer-specific environment. We have developed a point of view, for the different processes in planning, based on the literature of our influencers, but also to reflect on our lessons learned and best practice experience.
As an implementation partner, we are collaborating with our customers, translating our points of view and experience into better process performance. We believe a successful implementation needs to focus on process, tool and change management in an integrated approach, ensuring that the initial pain points stay resolved in the long-term.
Would you like to know more about our structured approach to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)? Contact us and get your copy of our “Point of view” today.
We focus on integrated processes.
Inventory Optimization
Demand Sensing
Master Scheduling
Detailed Scheduling
Response Management (ATP)
Supply Chain Control Tower (SCPA)
SAP IBP consists of different applications that can also be deployed independently.
Westernacher has a long and successful history of implementing tailored integrated planning solutions with SAP toolsets. As a trusted SAP partner, we were involved in the early deployment of SAP IBP in 2014. To date, we can leverage from multiple IBP implementations and proof of concepts in all IBP modules. We can provide references upon request.
Time-to-Value Solutions for supply chain planning.
Your supply chain in real time.
Early insight in your supply chain is crucial. With our solutions package, “Supply Chain Performance Assurance,” built on SAP Analytics Cloud, identify the correct KPIs to resolve issues across your supply chain and address where the problem is or may occur. Benefit from features for collaboration and deep analysis, as well as a user-friendly interface. You can immediately start real-time supply chain monitoring after a week-long workshop with us.
Gain better insights into your warehouse operations.
Do you want to steer your business across multiple regions and warehouses anywhere in the world? EWM Insights based on SAP Analytics Cloud and on SAP Data Warehouse Cloud from Westernacher Consulting allows you to easily monitor your warehouse operations. With our dashboard, you can see in real-time how your warehouse is performing through over 40 KPIs that are critical to your operation. Integrating with SAP EWM, SAP WM and any other warehouse management system, it brings significant value and benefits to customers looking for global inventory and warehouse operations visibility.
How does SAP IBP add value to your APO.
IBP will become an important element in many company strategies. The old S&OP processes may need to be reviewed, to consider not only Demand and Supply, but also additional information, such as R&D, marketing and financial figures to better support strategic decisions (the objective of “Integrated” Business Planning). Essentially, companies that successfully execute IBP achieve greater operational and financial benefits than those that do not. To read the full white paper, please click the button below to download a copy.
No part, no service. An efficient and reliable spare parts operation is the key determinant of success for your after-sales service business. In after-sales businesses, spare parts planning plays a key role when it comes to: Continuously achieving the required service levels. Managing the warehouse and logistics operations at the lowest cost possible. Maximizing the efficiency factor of the processing.
To achieve this, best-in-class processes are required that are supported by suitable IT systems and process specialists.
SAP Service Parts Planning. Optimal parts availability in the entire network.
Since 2005, Westernacher has been advising companies in the spare parts logistics business with the creation of concepts and prototypes and with the implementation of SAP systems. In the spare parts planning sector, we primarily work with the Service Parts Planning (SPP) solution developed by SAP for forecasting, inventory planning, procurement and distribution of large volumes of service parts while maintaining targeted service levels. As Extended Service Parts Planning (eSPP) on S/4HANA the solution is ideal for companies that hold large quantities of spare parts at numerous warehouse locations.
Retail merchandise planning.
Improve the profitability of a retail business by optimizing the planning process.
SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR) provides a common foundation and a harmonized multichannel transaction data model for all consuming applications.
Multichannel sales repository.
content.
Demand data foundation.
Unified demand forecast.
When it comes to planning systems, Westernacher has many years of expertise and proven references with which to meet the demands of an effective retail planning system.
It all starts with a workshop.
Inspiration Day
A unique opportunity for your company to gather all relevant leaders and specialists for an inspirational, interactive and hands-on workshop.
Business Case
With a business case any implementation program will achieve higher standard through better focus, coordinated organization and target-oriented executions.
Prepare
Realize a solution prototype based on customer data.
Evaluate solution based on customer proof points.
Focus on users and processes.
Implement
Westernacher recommends an agile implementation approach based on our key success factors.