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

Cost Optimization

Network optimization14%

Automation29%

Supplier consolidation14%

Inventory and working capital management57%

Transportation and logistics efficiency43%

Demand planning improvements29%

Other (please specify in comments)29%

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Chief Supply Chain Officer in Retail5 months ago

Fact based costing created the biggest impact om our organisation

Sustainable Supply Chain Adviser in Healthcare and Biotech5 months 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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