Dear Readers,
The position of Germany industry has improved considerably over the last few months and hence due to not only the amount of modern
international trade but also the size of this market, there has been an impact on many other European markets. As an example, the number of
contracts received by the German machine and plant-building industry in March 2007 was 47 percent higher than last year’s corresponding figure.
Moreover, investments in the last few years have successfully increased competitiveness.
Furthermore, whilst cost reduction still plays an important role, J&M has discerned an increased focus on innovation among its clients.
Considering this, and in view of high capacities, international expansion and increasing customer-specific production, there is now a
greater emphasis on effective control of complex supply-chain parameters. With plenty of scope for optimisation, this newsletter provides
some insights into how you can learn to recognise, and use, this potential effectively.
“Innovative Supply Chain Strategies” is also the subject of a dinner speech to be held by Prof. Lothar Späth on the first evening of the
Supply Chain Days conference, June 20-21.2007, Heidelberg. Experts and practitioners will discuss new approaches and procedures in
production, logistics and IT. You are more than welcome to discuss your own innovative ideas and practical experience with emissaries from eminent
companies such as: Bombardier, DHL, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, Robert Bosch, Roche Diagnostics and Volkswagen.
I hope you enjoy reading the rest of this newsletter.
Dr. Andreas Müller
Chairman of the Management Board and Marketing/PR Director
Topics
Flexible Production Planning at Mepha- Siemens A&D with revised / new capacity planning
- One look at SAP and the opportunity was clear – Tool Management at Continental
Brief interview: Leaner processes, less waste, more profit- Expert interview: Optimisation of the pharmaceutical supply chain
- Special: CRM performance under scrutiny
- Events and dates
Consulting projects
Flexible Production Planning at Mepha
Based in Switzerland, Mepha is a producer of generic drugs. The company recently introduced a customized production strategy in response to the growing demand for low-priced drugs.
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Siemens A&D with revised / new capacity planning
In spite of increased production complexity, Siemens A&D can now offer its clients a more reliable delivery date. J&M has paved the way.
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One look at SAP and the opportunity was clear – Tool Management at Continental
J&M supports Continental during its conversion from a host-based Mould Information System (MIS).
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Featured topics
BRIEF INTERVIEW: Leaner processes, less waste, more profit
J&M Business Performance Scan: nowadays, companies are in a constant state of improvement. This condition is caused by the fluctuating dynamics of the market, increasing demands on processes and opportunities provided by innovative technologies. J&M partner Klaus Ballas explains how businesses can achieve quantifiable improvements and visible results by employing practice-proven methods.
Read more...EXPERT INTERVIEW: Optimisation of the pharmaceutical supply chain
The pharmaceutical industry is in a state of change. Nevertheless, it is clear that pharmaceutical manufacturers will not be cutting back on R&D and marketing expenditure. Considering that J&M’s latest study points to there being considerable scope for existing process optimisation, the value of this will extend as new products are introduced into a supply chain that demands agility.
Read more...SPECIAL: CRM performance under scrutiny
CRM initiatives claim to benefit companies with better results and improved client-orientation. But are they successful? Is it really
possible to determine the economic value of such activities? And is it really necessary to implement the latest CRM software? The CRM
Performance Enhancement Check from J&M has delivered answers to all these questions.
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Events and dates
Supply Chain Days in Heidelberg
"Autonomy or a centrally controlled supply chain?" This represents this year’s theme at Supply Chain Days, which is being held in Heidelberg for the first time on June 20-21. J&M Management Consulting will be inviting guests to participate in a global conference in the Villa Bosch studio.
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Top event for the consumer-goods sector
With 1,400 participants from 500 companies, as well as more than 100 lecturers, the ECR-Day represents the leading event for global business-procedures in the consumer-goods industry.
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Impulses for the Financial Supply Chain
New trends and new instruments for the financial supply chain are the focus for SAP Info-Days in the areas of treasury and debit management. J&M will be represented at the Info-Days.
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