Which cost levers have consistently delivered the most impact in your supply chain?

Cost Optimization

Network optimization17%

Automation33%

Supplier consolidation

Inventory and working capital management67%

Transportation and logistics efficiency50%

Demand planning improvements33%

Other (please specify in comments)33%

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Chief Supply Chain Officer in Retail17 days ago

Fact based costing created the biggest impact om our organisation

Sustainable Supply Chain Adviser in Healthcare and Biotecha month ago

In category "other" I consider investment into training & development. These gave more money back in how people approach the day-to-day business than any transformation project ever - this is only my experience from multiple companies.

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