SCM & Procurement
Managing supplier relationships and materials sourcing.
The Arteries of the Operation: Supply Chain Analytics
The supply chain department manages the end-to-end flow of materials, information, and finances. Analytics here are critical for optimizing costs, ensuring material availability, mitigating risks, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
| Data Source | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
ERP System | The single source of truth for purchase orders, supplier data, inventory levels, and costs. | Mandatory |
Procurement Software | Manages sourcing events, contracts, and supplier relationships. | Mandatory |
WMS (Warehouse Management) | Tracks inventory movements, stock levels, and order picking within the warehouse. | Important |
TMS (Transportation Management) | Manages freight, shipping logistics, and carrier performance. | Important |
QMS (Quality Management) | Provides data on incoming material quality, supplier audits, and compliance. | Optional |
Available Dashboards
Select a dashboard to gain insights into your operations.
Tracks supplier delivery timeliness, quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.
Descriptive
Tracks procurement spend by category, supplier, and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
Descriptive
Monitors raw material and finished goods inventory, reorder alerts, slow-moving stock indicators.
Descriptive & Diagnostic
Analyzes purchase order cycle times, fulfillment rates, and causes of delays or failures.
Diagnostic
Forecasts demand and aligns procurement plans, improving inventory accuracy and reducing stockouts.
Predictive
Monitors supply risks, compliance status, audit results, and supplier compliance gaps.
Descriptive & Diagnostic
Tracks communication efficiencies, contract updates, and collaboration effectiveness.
Descriptive & Diagnostic
Provides recommendations on reorder points, safety stock levels, and procurement scheduling.
Prescriptive
AI-powered suggestions for supplier choice and contract terms to maximize value and minimize risk.
Prescriptive
Uses AI to process market news and reports for supply chain insights.
Cognitive
Automates routine purchase orders and approvals based on AI assessments and rules.
Cognitive