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Supply Chain Excellence

Supply chain and logistics processes are only set up optimally if the goods reach the customer on time. Supply chain excellence describes the perfection of process-oriented planning, control, and constant optimization of all material and information flows (logistics chains) across the entire value-creation process, End2End, from acquisition of the raw materials to individual processing and production steps, on through to the end consumer. This can only succeed with a consistent orientation of supply chain management to the end consumers’ demands, flexible and demand-oriented production, and the constant optimization of processes, resources, and costs. valantic helps companies achieve excellence in supply chain management.

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Supply Chain Management & Logistics March 8, 2023

Building the digital foundation for next-generation project-based planning

When we talk about project-based services, we think about very complex equipment, long lead times, services to install the products, a global network of suppliers, and the management of aftermarket parts and maintenance.

Building the digital foundation for next-generation project-based planning
Picture of an industrial and plant mechanic | Success Story SCHÜTZ SAP S/4HANA Migration

Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 15, 2022

Shortage of skilled workers in mechanical and plant engineering

The shortage of skilled workers and engineers has reached a historic peak, and mechanical and plant engineering companies in particular are suffering from this shortage. The pressure on industry is not likely to decrease in the future either. So what can companies do about this?

Shortage of skilled workers in mechanical and plant engineering
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 8, 2022

VDA 6.3 process analyses as a basis for increasing added value

Johannes Michel is Logistics Management Consultant at valantic and provides some insight into auditing, in the automotive industry and elsewhere. In the interview, he talks about the benefits and challenges of auditing according to the VDA 6.3 standard.

VDA 6.3 process analyses as a basis for increasing added value
Image of a data center and two people talking: Successful SAP Projects Through Process Mining

SAP Services May 6, 2022

Successful SAP Projects Through Process Mining

Process mining allows business processes to be analyzed efficiently, across systems. The insights help companies reduce complexity in their SAP transformation projects and achieve optimal results.

Successful SAP Projects Through Process Mining
RISE with SAP Paves the Way to the Cloud for Industrial Enterprises

Digitalization Services January 21, 2022

RISE with SAP Paves the Way to the Cloud for Industrial Enterprises

RISE with SAP lets industrial enterprises progress with their digitization programs without the need for upfront investments. Combined with the support of SAP partners such as valantic, the Business Transformation as a Service portfolio becomes a highly attractive option for SMEs.

RISE with SAP Paves the Way to the Cloud for Industrial Enterprises
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#valanticworld June 24, 2021

Heiko Braeske Celebrates a Big Anniversary at valantic

Heiko Braeske, Senior Software Architect at valantic supply Chain Excellence, is celebrating his 20-year anniversary. What does the former doctoral student of process engineering experience think about 20 turbulent years, what were his personal highlights, and what tips does he have for today's talented young programmers?

Heiko Braeske Celebrates a Big Anniversary at valantic
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics June 11, 2021

Automated production planning: realize optimal efficiency and cost benefits

The topic of automated production planning is currently being discussed intensively. Daniel Wenzl, Consultant at valantic, explains in an interview how companies can benefit from planning solutions for automated production.

Automated production planning: realize optimal efficiency and cost benefits
Bild von Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johannes Fottner (TU München) und Martin Hofer (valantic), Trends in Logistik

Supply Chain Management & Logistics February 15, 2021

Trends in Logistics, Material Flow, and Materials Handling

Excellent supply chain management and smoothly functioning logistics “just in time” are directly relevant to companies’ sales. However, under the difficult conditions due to the coronavirus, deficits have been revealed at many organizations. What should companies do today and what will the business world look like in ten years?

Trends in Logistics, Material Flow, and Materials Handling
Bild von Markus Schedel, valantic Supply Chain Excellence, in zwei runden Bildausschnitten daneben ein LKW sowie eine Lagerhalle, Lieferketten optimieren mit dem Connected Chain Manager von valantic

Supply Chain Management & Logistics February 1, 2021

Optimize supply chains with the Connected Chain Manager

Intelligent supply chain management creates transparency, improves processes, and reduces work and costs. valantic’s Connected Chain Manager (CCM) visualizes relevant information such as inventories, throughput times, parts lists, requirements, and delivery capacities, which in turn provides inter-company planning security, even in a multi-level supply chain.

Optimize supply chains with the Connected Chain Manager
Portrait of Markus Hoff, Senior Consultant in the field of logistics management at valantic, in the background a warehouse and an industrial port

Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 18, 2020

Supply Chain Design: Planning and Simulation of a Company’s Logistics Network

Markus Hoff, Senior Consultant at valantic in the logistics management sector, in an interview about supply chain design.

Supply Chain Design: Planning and Simulation of a Company’s Logistics Network
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics December 17, 2020

Sustainability in Supply Chain Management

Marco Fuhr, Senior Consultant Logistics Management at valantic, in an interview about sustainability in supply chain management.

Sustainability in Supply Chain Management
Picture of Ingo Hoepfner, next to it a picture of a tablet with graphics and statistics and behind it pictures of car parts in a warehouse and of a street,TISAX certification for valantic

Supply Chain Management & Logistics September 7, 2020

TISAX Certification for valantic:
5 questions for Ingo Hoepfner

TISAX stands for Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange and is the highest security standard in the automobile industry. We asked Ingo Hoepfner about this right after valantic had received the TISAX label.

TISAX Certification for valantic:
5 questions for Ingo Hoepfner
Bild von Ingo Hauptmann, Segmentleiter Lieferantenmanagement bei valantic Supply Chain Excellence, daneben ein iPad sowie Autoteile in einem Lager, im Hintergrund ein Industriehafen mit Containern

Supply Chain Management & Logistics August 31, 2020

Supplier management: 5 Questions for the Logistics Hero Ingo Hauptmann

Ingo Hauptmann is one of the 2020 logistics heroes of the initiative “Die Wirtschaftsmacher”. This SCM specialist explains how he optimizes his customers’ supplier management in the interview.

Supplier management: 5 Questions for the Logistics Hero Ingo Hauptmann
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Supply Chain Management & Logistics July 30, 2020

Methods, success factors & risks in change management

Marian Kral works in the Supply Chain Excellence division at valantic and devoted himself to the topic of change management even during his studies. Now he can put his knowledge to practical use in his project work. In an interview, he provides insight into the topic of change management.

Methods, success factors & risks in change management
Image of Martin Hofer, Executive Director at valantic Supply Chain Excellence, Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management & Logistics March 16, 2020

5 questions for… Martin Hofer, Managing Director of the valantic Competence Center for Supply Chain Excellence

With Martin Hofer, Partner at valantic, we spoke about current challenges in supply chain management, the changes since the merger of Wassermann AG with the valantic Group, and the future of the industry.

5 questions for… Martin Hofer, Managing Director of the valantic Competence Center for Supply Chain Excellence