The Promise of Orchestrated, Always‑On Supply Chains
Article from MHI Solutions Magazine
In 2016, the MHI Annual Industry Report introduced the term “always‑on” supply chain defined as “an integrated set of supply networks characterized by a continuous, high‑velocity flow of information and analytics, creating predictive, actionable decisions that better serve the customer.”
Nearly a decade later, the promise of autonomous, always‑on supply chains is quickly becoming a reality as firms adopt technology and enable data to significantly improve speed and accuracy while minimizing the necessity for human intervention in crucial decision‑making processes.
Key to these improvements is the orchestration of emerging technology, robotics and equipment with human workers to quickly and proactively address disruptions, enhance forecasting precision and improve real‑time visibility within the supply chain…
