Eddie Davila’s
Video Content.
Eddie has developed video content for Arizona State University, Linkedin Learning, as well as global organizations. He writes the video scripts, works with producers and directors to plan on-screen imagery, and acts as the on-screen talent.
Experience Eddie’s casual learning approach via his videos. Business, supply chain management, and statistics are all within your reach.
Eddie Davila’s
Video Content.
Eddie has developed video content for Arizona State University, Linkedin Learning, as well as global organizations. He writes the video scripts, works with producers and directors to plan on-screen imagery, and acts as the on-screen talent.
Experience Eddie’s casual learning approach via his videos. Business, supply chain management, and statistics are all within your reach.
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Off The Chain
by Eddie Davila
Off The Chain:
Episode 1 - Michael Ledonne
Michael Ledonne is an accidental supply chain manager director…
What is Supply Chain Management?
Michael Ledonne is an accidental supply chain manager director who works in what used to be the unglamorous world of toilet paper distribution. Wow, how life has changed. (3:45) Michael discusses toilet paper, packaging, and the impact of COVID-19 on the supply chain of so many items we used to take for granted. Along the way Michael discusses (5:00) supply pacing, (7:45) consumer/retailer reactions, (10:30) packaging shortages, (14:45) transportation, (16:15) predicting future of toilet paper supply/demand, (18:00) impacts on restaurants, (26:00) chain reaction for distributors, (27:30) opportunities in present or post COVID-19 world.
What is Supply Chain Management?
Michael Ledonne is an accidental supply chain manager director who works in what used to be the unglamorous world of toilet paper distribution. Wow, how life has changed. (3:45) Michael discusses toilet paper, packaging, and the impact of COVID-19 on the supply chain of so many items we used to take for granted. Along the way Michael discusses (5:00) supply pacing, (7:45) consumer/retailer reactions, (10:30) packaging shortages, (14:45) transportation, (16:15) predicting future of toilet paper supply/demand, (18:00) impacts on restaurants, (26:00) chain reaction for distributors, (27:30) opportunities in present or post COVID-19 world.
Off The Chain:
Episode 2 - Hitendra Chaturvedi
ASU Supply Chain instructor and Reverse Logistics Entrepreneur…
Buy It: Managing Supply
Hitendra Chaturvedi: ASU Supply Chain instructor and Reverse Logistics Entrepreneur tries to inspire you to follow your inner-entrepreneur. He discusses (6:35) his education and early start-up efforts, (12:05) the engineering brain that drives him, (15:40) job security and goal setting for entrepreneurs, (19:35) recognizing your own potential, and (21:50) how COVID-19 may create AI opportunities.
Buy It: Managing Supply
Hitendra Chaturvedi: ASU Supply Chain instructor and Reverse Logistics Entrepreneur tries to inspire you to follow your inner-entrepreneur. He discusses (6:35) his education and early start-up efforts, (12:05) the engineering brain that drives him, (15:40) job security and goal setting for entrepreneurs, (19:35) recognizing your own potential, and (21:50) how COVID-19 may create AI opportunities.
Off The Chain:
Episode 3 - Kurt Knapp
Kurt Knapp is a demand planner at Starbucks, so he’s the one to…
Make It: Manufacturing and Operations
Kurt Knapp is a demand planner at Starbucks, so he’s the one to blame when Starbucks runs out of your favorite items. Just kidding! (0:50) Kurt discusses the challenges of demand planning for tens of thousands of Starbucks stores. (11:15) And as a person that is about business sustainability, (19:06) Kurt discusses the important business issues to consider as both a supply chain manager and a corporate leader on a supply chain project. (28:30) And how COVID-19 impacts sustainable practices at Starbucks.
Make It: Manufacturing and Operations
Kurt Knapp is a demand planner at Starbucks, so he’s the one to blame when Starbucks runs out of your favorite items. Just kidding! (0:50) Kurt discusses the challenges of demand planning for tens of thousands of Starbucks stores. (11:15) And as a person that is about business sustainability, (19:06) Kurt discusses the important business issues to consider as both a supply chain manager and a corporate leader on a supply chain project. (28:30) And how COVID-19 impacts sustainable practices at Starbucks.
Off The Chain:
Episode 4 - Greg Collins
Greg Collins has 20+ years of experience on the ground in China…
Move It: Transportation and Logistics
Greg Collins has 20+ years of experience on the ground in China working in the field of supply chain management. (0:45) He tells us about his arrival to China in the 1990s, (6:40) his experience at Microsoft on the Xbox project, (14:50) outsourcing issues, (20:45) his time at Flextronics, (24:05) management styles of China vs. US, and (33:45) finally a short discussion on COVID-19’s impact on global supply chains.
(Our apologies for the glitchy technology)
Move It: Transportation and Logistics
Greg Collins has 20+ years of experience on the ground in China working in the field of supply chain management. (0:45) He tells us about his arrival to China in the 1990s, (6:40) his experience at Microsoft on the Xbox project, (14:50) outsourcing issues, (20:45) his time at Flextronics, (24:05) management styles of China vs. US, and (33:45) finally a short discussion on COVID-19’s impact on global supply chains.
(Our apologies for the glitchy technology)
Off The Chain:
Special Short
Eddie Davila, discusses how struggling and failing…
What is Supply Chain Management?
Eddie Davila, discusses how struggling and failing restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic impact the larger supply chain network. As we eat fewer meals at restaurants, not only do we strain the supply chains of restaurants and their suppliers, grocery store supply chains are also impacted.
What is Supply Chain Management?
Eddie Davila, discusses how struggling and failing restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic impact the larger supply chain network. As we eat fewer meals at restaurants, not only do we strain the supply chains of restaurants and their suppliers, grocery store supply chains are also impacted.
Off The Chain:
Episode 5 - Antonio Amato
Antonio Amato is an ASU SCM alum with experience at both Starbucks…
What is Supply Chain Management?
Antonio Amato is an ASU SCM alum with experience at both Starbucks and Microsoft. His passion is helping people find a great job and helping companies find the best and most loyal candidate. He opens by talking about preparing for his very first career fair, (4:20) methodical approach to career fairs, (6:30) understanding the recruiter, (10) why you need to be yourself, (11:45) 3 things employers look for, (12:30) real stories to prove your worth, (17:30) examples of good interviews, (20) thinking critically before and during the interview, (23:45) tough decisions, (24:25) confidence, (28:45) making good decisions for yourself, (30:45) remember you are always interviewing.
What is Supply Chain Management?
Antonio Amato is an ASU SCM alum with experience at both Starbucks and Microsoft. His passion is helping people find a great job and helping companies find the best and most loyal candidate. He opens by talking about preparing for his very first career fair, (4:20) methodical approach to career fairs, (6:30) understanding the recruiter, (10) why you need to be yourself, (11:45) 3 things employers look for, (12:30) real stories to prove your worth, (17:30) examples of good interviews, (20) thinking critically before and during the interview, (23:45) tough decisions, (24:25) confidence, (28:45) making good decisions for yourself, (30:45) remember you are always interviewing.
Courses hosted by LinkedIn Learning
Supply Chain Foundations
What is supply chain management (SCM)? It’s the ecosystem that connects and…
Supply Chain Foundations
What is supply chain management (SCM)? It's the system that connects and integrates the links of sourcing, procurement, conversion, and logistics management. In this course, professor Eddie Davila provides a detailed overview of all of the links in the typical supply chain. He explains what is involved in purchasing inventory and setting up supplier relationships, what you need to consider when deciding how to manufacture and design your product, and, lastly, how to address the logistics of distribution and delivery. Plus, get a glimpse into the world of the supply chain manager by discussing some of the hottest issues in SCM today: how to go global, the role of ethics and sustainability, and how SCM can help with disaster relief.
Operations Management Foundations
Customers want value. Companies want productivity. The solution: streamlined…
Operations Management Foundations
Customers want value. Companies want productivity. The solution: streamlined operations, from manufacturing to delivery. In this course, Arizona State University senior lecturer Eddie Davila shows how to identify the operations systems in your workplace and use operations management tools and concepts to improve outcomes, efficiency, and innovation. In this course, he covers all aspects of operations management, including inventory forecasting and management, purchasing decisions, managing waiting lines, quality control, and business processes.
LinkedIn Learning is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Business Foundations
Learn the foundational concepts underlying all businesses, small to large. Eddie…
Business Foundations
Learn the foundational concepts underlying all businesses, small to large. Eddie covers all the basics, explaining concepts such as business goals, stakeholders, profits, and various types of businesses. He then outlines what you need to think about if you were to start your own business, such as determining what your product or service will be, making and delivering your product or service, and funding your business.
Eddie also reviews the basics of the people side of business: managing employees and developing customer relationships. Last, he covers the financial and information management aspects of business and provides a basic explanation of economics, so that you can understand the relationship of your business to the bigger picture.
Lynda.com is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Measuring Business Performance
All organizations are looking for that perfect metric – the one data point that will tell…
Measuring Business Performance
All organizations are looking for that perfect metric—the one data point that will tell them everything they need to be successful. Companies can make a ton of errors in measuring themselves but developing better metrics can be challenging. In this course, Eddie explains why it's important to measure performance and highlights some of the most common errors in measuring your own company's performance. He explains what makes a good metric, how to evaluate your current measurement system to see if it aligns with your organization's goals, and how you can develop and test a system of measurement from scratch. Along the way, he also covers the importance of data visualization tools such as dashboards and infographics.
Lynda.com is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Performing Under Pressure
Pressure is an inevitable part of work and our daily lives. Those who can maintain…
Performing Under Pressure
Pressure is an inevitable part of work and our daily lives. Those who can maintain their cool in challenging, high-pressure situations—or even thrive—put themselves in a better position to succeed. In this course, learn how to identify pressure situations and tackle them with confidence. Eddie helps you identify your unique pressure points and explains how to approach them through preparation and planning, as well as what to do when the big moment arrives.
LinkedIn Learning (Lynda.com) is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Business Process Improvement
Outdated, inefficient, or limited business processes lead to poorer outcomes…
Business Process Improvement
Outdated, inefficient, or limited business processes lead to poorer outcomes and lower employee morale. If you've spotted a process in your organization that could use some retooling—or you want to build an entirely new process from scratch—then this course is for you. Join Eddie as he shows how to become a change agent within your organization by improving business processes. Eddie goes over the traits of good business processes, as well as why some processes just don't work. He then shares tips for crafting practical solutions that solve real problems at your company, shows how to leverage tools such as flowcharts to build brand-new business processes, and explains how to sell your solutions to stakeholders.
Supply Chain Foundations
What is supply chain management (SCM)? It’s the ecosystem that connects and…
Supply Chain Foundations
What is supply chain management (SCM)? It's the system that connects and integrates the links of sourcing, procurement, conversion, and logistics management. In this course, professor Eddie Davila provides a detailed overview of all of the links in the typical supply chain. He explains what is involved in purchasing inventory and setting up supplier relationships, what you need to consider when deciding how to manufacture and design your product, and, lastly, how to address the logistics of distribution and delivery. Plus, get a glimpse into the world of the supply chain manager by discussing some of the hottest issues in SCM today: how to go global, the role of ethics and sustainability, and how SCM can help with disaster relief.
Operations Management Foundations
Customers want value. Companies want productivity. The solution: streamlined…
Operations Management Foundations
Customers want value. Companies want productivity. The solution: streamlined operations, from manufacturing to delivery. In this course, Arizona State University senior lecturer Eddie Davila shows how to identify the operations systems in your workplace and use operations management tools and concepts to improve outcomes, efficiency, and innovation. In this course, he covers all aspects of operations management, including inventory forecasting and management, purchasing decisions, managing waiting lines, quality control, and business processes.
LinkedIn Learning is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Business Foundations
Learn the foundational concepts underlying all businesses, small to large. Eddie…
Business Foundations
Learn the foundational concepts underlying all businesses, small to large. Eddie covers all the basics, explaining concepts such as business goals, stakeholders, profits, and various types of businesses. He then outlines what you need to think about if you were to start your own business, such as determining what your product or service will be, making and delivering your product or service, and funding your business.
Eddie also reviews the basics of the people side of business: managing employees and developing customer relationships. Last, he covers the financial and information management aspects of business and provides a basic explanation of economics, so that you can understand the relationship of your business to the bigger picture.
Lynda.com is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Measuring Business Performance
All organizations are looking for that perfect metric – the one data point that will tell…
Measuring Business Performance
All organizations are looking for that perfect metric—the one data point that will tell them everything they need to be successful. Companies can make a ton of errors in measuring themselves but developing better metrics can be challenging. In this course, Eddie explains why it's important to measure performance and highlights some of the most common errors in measuring your own company's performance. He explains what makes a good metric, how to evaluate your current measurement system to see if it aligns with your organization's goals, and how you can develop and test a system of measurement from scratch. Along the way, he also covers the importance of data visualization tools such as dashboards and infographics.
Lynda.com is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Performing Under Pressure
Pressure is an inevitable part of work and our daily lives. Those who can maintain…
Performing Under Pressure
Pressure is an inevitable part of work and our daily lives. Those who can maintain their cool in challenging, high-pressure situations—or even thrive—put themselves in a better position to succeed. In this course, learn how to identify pressure situations and tackle them with confidence. Eddie helps you identify your unique pressure points and explains how to approach them through preparation and planning, as well as what to do when the big moment arrives.
LinkedIn Learning (Lynda.com) is a PMI Registered Education Provider. This course qualifies for professional development units (PDUs).
Business Process Improvement
Outdated, inefficient, or limited business processes lead to poorer outcomes…
Business Process Improvement
Outdated, inefficient, or limited business processes lead to poorer outcomes and lower employee morale. If you've spotted a process in your organization that could use some retooling—or you want to build an entirely new process from scratch—then this course is for you. Join Eddie as he shows how to become a change agent within your organization by improving business processes. Eddie goes over the traits of good business processes, as well as why some processes just don't work. He then shares tips for crafting practical solutions that solve real problems at your company, shows how to leverage tools such as flowcharts to build brand-new business processes, and explains how to sell your solutions to stakeholders.
Professional Development Unit
Many of the courses offered on Lynda.com qualify for a Professional Development Unit (PDU) by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Completing a certification given by the PMI is a powerful way to show employers that you are serious about Project Management. All of Eddie Davila’s courses contain relevant and insightful information for the business world, and many fall under the category of Project Management. Look for the icon (pictured left) for courses that qualify for PDUs.
Professional Development Unit
Many of the courses offered on Lynda.com qualify for a Professional Development Unit (PDU) by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Completing a certification given by the PMI is a powerful way to show employers that you are serious about Project Management. All of Eddie Davila’s courses contain relevant and insightful information for the business world, and many fall under the category of Project Management. Look for the icon (pictured left) for courses that qualify for PDUs.
The Data Game of Fantasy Football
As NFL players ready themselves for a fresh shot at Super Bowl glory, another game starts to…
Statistic Foundations 1
As NFL players ready themselves for a fresh shot at Super Bowl glory, another game starts to invade offices and friend groups: fantasy football. Equal parts number crunching and artful trash talking, fantasy football is a game where a player's ability to parse data can make or break their season. In this course, Eddie Davila breaks down how fantasy football works—and how you can leverage the power of data science to assemble and manage a formidable team. Get expert guidance on drafting players, setting your weekly lineup, and making sound coaching decisions throughout the season. Plus, learn what it takes to start your own league. Whether you’re a fantasy football veteran eyeing another win—or you've been goaded into joining your very first league—this course can help you start the season with confidence.
Every Day Statistics
Statistics help us make sense of the world around us. These numbers help everyone from political…
Every Day Statistics
Statistics help us make sense of the world around us. These numbers help everyone from political pollsters to fantasy football aficionados make informed calls based on the mountains of data at their disposal. In this weekly series, learn how to decode the statistics that pop up daily. Eddie explores a new eclectic, real-world topic each week. Learn how stats are used to find the average score on a test, how casinos use stats to ensure that the house will usually win, and more.
Statistic Foundations 1
Statistics is not just the realm of data scientists. All types of jobs use statistics. Statistics are…
Statistic Foundations 1
Statistics is not just the realm of data scientists. All types of jobs use statistics. Statistics are essential for making decisions, discoveries, investments, and predictions. Whether the subject is political races, sports rankings, shopping trends, or healthcare advancements, statistics is an instrument for understanding your favorite topic at a deeper level. With these beginner-level lessons, you too can master the terms, formulas, and techniques needed to perform the most common types of statistics.
Eddie covers statistics basics, like calculating averages, medians, modes, and standard deviations. He shows how to use probability and distribution curves to inform decisions and how to detect false positives and misleading data. Each concept is covered in simple language, with detailed examples that show how statistics are used in real-world scenarios from the worlds of business, sports, education, entertainment, and more. These techniques will help you understand your data, prove theories, and save time, money, and other valuable resources—all by following the numbers.
Statistic Foundations 2
Statistics are a core skill for many careers. Basic stats are critical for making decisions…
Statistic Foundations 2
Statistics are a core skill for many careers. Basic stats are critical for making decisions, discoveries, investments, and even predictions. But sometimes you need to move beyond the basics. Statistics Fundamentals – Part 2 takes business users and data science mavens into practical, example-based learning of the intermediate skills associated with statistics: samples and sampling, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing.
Eddie first provides a bridge from Part 1, reviewing introductory concepts such as data and probability, and then moves into the topics of sampling, random samples, sample sizes, sampling error and trustworthiness, the central unit theorem, t-distribution, confidence intervals (including explaining unexpected outcomes), and hypothesis testing. This course is a must for those working in data science, business, and business analytics—or anyone else who wants to go beyond means and medians and gain a deeper understanding of how statistics work in the real world.
Statistics Foundations 3
Statistics are everywhere, in every industry, but they’re a must for anyone working in data…
Statistics Foundations 3
Statistics are everywhere, in every industry, but they're a must for anyone working in data science, business, or business analytics. If you're in one of these specialized fields, chances are you need an advanced understanding of statistics. Complete your mastery in this course, part 3 of our Statistics Fundamentals series. Eddie covers concepts such as small sample sizes, t-distribution, degrees of freedom, chi-square testing, and more. This advanced skills training moves learners into the practical study and application of experimental design, analysis of variance, population comparison, and regression analysis. Use these lessons to go beyond the basics and dive deeper into the specific factors that influence your own calculations and results.
The Data Game of Fantasy Football
As NFL players ready themselves for a fresh shot at Super Bowl glory, another game starts to…
Statistic Foundations 1
As NFL players ready themselves for a fresh shot at Super Bowl glory, another game starts to invade offices and friend groups: fantasy football. Equal parts number crunching and artful trash talking, fantasy football is a game where a player's ability to parse data can make or break their season. In this course, Eddie Davila breaks down how fantasy football works—and how you can leverage the power of data science to assemble and manage a formidable team. Get expert guidance on drafting players, setting your weekly lineup, and making sound coaching decisions throughout the season. Plus, learn what it takes to start your own league. Whether you’re a fantasy football veteran eyeing another win—or you've been goaded into joining your very first league—this course can help you start the season with confidence.
Every Day Statistics
Statistics help us make sense of the world around us. These numbers help everyone from political…
Every Day Statistics
Statistics help us make sense of the world around us. These numbers help everyone from political pollsters to fantasy football aficionados make informed calls based on the mountains of data at their disposal. In this weekly series, learn how to decode the statistics that pop up daily. Eddie explores a new eclectic, real-world topic each week. Learn how stats are used to find the average score on a test, how casinos use stats to ensure that the house will usually win, and more.
Statistic Foundations 1
Statistics is not just the realm of data scientists. All types of jobs use statistics. Statistics are…
Statistic Foundations 1
Statistics is not just the realm of data scientists. All types of jobs use statistics. Statistics are essential for making decisions, discoveries, investments, and predictions. Whether the subject is political races, sports rankings, shopping trends, or healthcare advancements, statistics is an instrument for understanding your favorite topic at a deeper level. With these beginner-level lessons, you too can master the terms, formulas, and techniques needed to perform the most common types of statistics.
Eddie covers statistics basics, like calculating averages, medians, modes, and standard deviations. He shows how to use probability and distribution curves to inform decisions and how to detect false positives and misleading data. Each concept is covered in simple language, with detailed examples that show how statistics are used in real-world scenarios from the worlds of business, sports, education, entertainment, and more. These techniques will help you understand your data, prove theories, and save time, money, and other valuable resources—all by following the numbers.
Statistic Foundations 2
Statistics are a core skill for many careers. Basic stats are critical for making decisions…
Statistic Foundations 2
Statistics are a core skill for many careers. Basic stats are critical for making decisions, discoveries, investments, and even predictions. But sometimes you need to move beyond the basics. Statistics Fundamentals – Part 2 takes business users and data science mavens into practical, example-based learning of the intermediate skills associated with statistics: samples and sampling, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing.
Eddie first provides a bridge from Part 1, reviewing introductory concepts such as data and probability, and then moves into the topics of sampling, random samples, sample sizes, sampling error and trustworthiness, the central unit theorem, t-distribution, confidence intervals (including explaining unexpected outcomes), and hypothesis testing. This course is a must for those working in data science, business, and business analytics—or anyone else who wants to go beyond means and medians and gain a deeper understanding of how statistics work in the real world.
Statistics Foundations 3
Statistics are everywhere, in every industry, but they’re a must for anyone working in data…
Statistics Foundations 3
Statistics are everywhere, in every industry, but they're a must for anyone working in data science, business, or business analytics. If you're in one of these specialized fields, chances are you need an advanced understanding of statistics. Complete your mastery in this course, part 3 of our Statistics Fundamentals series. Eddie covers concepts such as small sample sizes, t-distribution, degrees of freedom, chi-square testing, and more. This advanced skills training moves learners into the practical study and application of experimental design, analysis of variance, population comparison, and regression analysis. Use these lessons to go beyond the basics and dive deeper into the specific factors that influence your own calculations and results.
Supply Chain Modules hosted by YouTube.com
What is Supply Chain Management?
In episode one, Eddie will introduce viewers to the field of supply…
What is Supply Chain Management?
In episode one, Eddie will introduce viewers to the field of supply chain management using a simple product: a bottle of water. Eddie illustrates the importance of supply chain managers' responsibilities and the unique skill sets required for both the manufacturing and service industries.
What is Supply Chain Management?
In episode one, Eddie will introduce viewers to the field of supply chain management using a simple product: a bottle of water. Eddie illustrates the importance of supply chain managers' responsibilities and the unique skill sets required for both the manufacturing and service industries.
Buy It: Managing Supply
Eddie explains the critical role procurement plays in producing quality products and services…
Buy It: Managing Supply
Eddie explains the critical role procurement plays in producing quality products and services by ensuring that a supply chain has a continuous flow of "healthy" materials from dependable suppliers.
Buy It: Managing Supply
Eddie explains the critical role procurement plays in producing quality products and services by ensuring that a supply chain has a continuous flow of "healthy" materials from dependable suppliers.
Make It: Manufacturing and Operations
Manufacturing is a central supply chain function, but one that many…
Make It: Manufacturing and Operations
Manufacturing is a central supply chain function but one that many students find a bit intimidating. In this episode, Eddie aims to demystify manufacturing by looking at a common type of manufacturing facility near your home: a restaurant.
Make It: Manufacturing and Operations
Manufacturing is a central supply chain function but one that many students find a bit intimidating. In this episode, Eddie aims to demystify manufacturing by looking at a common type of manufacturing facility near your home: a restaurant.
Move It: Transportation and Logistics
Logistics. Transportation. Same or different? Worldwide logistics is…
Move It: Transportation and Logistics
Logistics. Transportation. Same or different? Worldwide logistics is packed with stories of global travel. By looking at our own traveling experiences, Eddie examines some concepts of modern logistics and transportation management. You'll never again look at your clothes, cars or food the same way.
Move It: Transportation and Logistics
Logistics. Transportation. Same or different? Worldwide logistics is packed with stories of global travel. By looking at our own traveling experiences, Eddie examines some concepts of modern logistics and transportation management. You'll never again look at your clothes, cars or food the same way.
Sell It and Service It: Retail Considerations
The supply chain extends all the way to your retail store shelf…
Sell It and Service It: Retail Considerations
The supply chain extends all the way to your retail store shelf. Retail facilities handle materials, produce services, create experiences and move products throughout their facilities. This video discusses the responsibilities of retail facilities and how a weak retail link in your retail supply chain can negatively impact your customer.
Sell It and Service It: Retail Considerations
The supply chain extends all the way to your retail store shelf. Retail facilities handle materials, produce services, create experiences and move products throughout their facilities. This video discusses the responsibilities of retail facilities and how a weak retail link in your retail supply chain can negatively impact your customer.
Supply Chain Integration
In this episode, Eddie examines network integration in the supply chain. A modern supply chain…
Supply Chain Integration
In this episode, Eddie examines network integration in the supply chain. A modern supply chain must be integrated. Purchasing, operations and logistics management must always work together. Integration is only possible when organizational philosophies are compatible across the supply chain and when supply chain partners work as cooperative and coordinated teams. In this module, Eddie reviews the importance of modern supply chain leaders understanding both internal and external integration.
Supply Chain Integration
In this episode, Eddie examines network integration in the supply chain. A modern supply chain must be integrated. Purchasing, operations and logistics management must always work together. Integration is only possible when organizational philosophies are compatible across the supply chain and when supply chain partners work as cooperative and coordinated teams. In this module, Eddie reviews the importance of modern supply chain leaders understanding both internal and external integration.
Global Supply Chain Management
Nearly all modern supply chains have global aspects. Even…
Global Supply Chain Management
Nearly all modern supply chains have global aspects. Even successful supply chains that do not outsource today will likely have to consider offshoring and global expansion in their future. In this episode, Eddie demonstrates how global supply chain managers are vital to facilitating and managing offshoring and global expansion projects.
Global Supply Chain Management
Nearly all modern supply chains have global aspects. Even successful supply chains that do not outsource today will likely have to consider offshoring and global expansion in their future. In this episode, Eddie demonstrates how global supply chain managers are vital to facilitating and managing offshoring and global expansion projects.
Socially Responsible Supply Chain Management
Why are social responsibility and sustainability such vital…
Socially Responsible Supply Chain Management
Why are social responsibility and sustainability such vital considerations for modern supply chain managers? In this installment, Eddie illustrates why socially responsible supply chains are not merely necessary for the sake of public relations and compliance, but instead present competitive opportunities that benefit companies, communities, the environment, customers and in the case of disaster relief, victims.
Socially Responsible Supply Chain Management
Why are social responsibility and sustainability such vital considerations for modern supply chain managers? In this installment, Eddie illustrates why socially responsible supply chains are not merely necessary for the sake of public relations and compliance, but instead present competitive opportunities that benefit companies, communities, the environment, customers and in the case of disaster relief, victims.
Business Processes
The moment a customer places an order through a simple business process, countless other…
Business Process
The moment a customer places an order through a simple business process, countless other business processes are set into motion. Like the tiny cells that make up the entire human body, business processes are the small working pieces that together encompass the supply chain. Through this video, Eddie will help you begin to understand why companies and supply chains are dependent on well-designed and well-managed business processes to create effective, efficient and adaptable supply chains.
Business Process
The moment a customer places an order through a simple business process, countless other business processes are set into motion. Like the tiny cells that make up the entire human body, business processes are the small working pieces that together encompass the supply chain. Through this video, Eddie will help you begin to understand why companies and supply chains are dependent on well-designed and well-managed business processes to create effective, efficient and adaptable supply chains.
Measuring Performance
Supply chains are tasked with being effective, efficient and adaptable. Continuous improvement is…
Measuring Performance
Supply chains are tasked with being effective, efficient and adaptable. Continuous improvement is the goal for any world-class supply chain. Only by measuring performance can organizations track how changes in the market and managerial decisions are impacting the supply chain.
Measuring Performance
Supply chains are tasked with being effective, efficient and adaptable. Continuous improvement is the goal for any world-class supply chain. Only by measuring performance can organizations track how changes in the market and managerial decisions are impacting the supply chain.
Quality Management
Supply chains are expected to produce high-quality and consistent products and services, thus…
Quality Management
Supply chains are expected to produce high-quality and consistent products and services, thus, supply chain management is an entire exercise in quality management. In this episode, Eddie will illustrate the enormous task of developing, managing and improving quality.
Quality Management
Supply chains are expected to produce high-quality and consistent products and services, thus, supply chain management is an entire exercise in quality management. In this episode, Eddie will illustrate the enormous task of developing, managing and improving quality.
Supply Chains and Information Technology
Modern-day supply chains are tasked with operating and…
Supply Chains and Information Technology
Modern-day supply chains are tasked with operating and responding at lightning speed. Like our central nervous system helps us perform physical feats and sense the world around us, information technology helps our supply chains buy, make, move and track inventory with increased accuracy and efficiency. In this installment, Eddie illustrates how our uses of technology mirror those of a supply chain’s use of modern information technology systems.
Supply Chains and Information Technology
Modern-day supply chains are tasked with operating and responding at lightning speed. Like our central nervous system helps us perform physical feats and sense the world around us, information technology helps our supply chains buy, make, move and track inventory with increased accuracy and efficiency. In this installment, Eddie illustrates how our uses of technology mirror those of a supply chain’s use of modern information technology systems.
