When companies decide to implement DDMRP, they will inevitably face the challenge: What tools are out there, and how do you choose one? And it’s here that most companies make their first—and often most costly—mistake. The first question is easily answered. Simply...
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How to Select the Right DDMRP Pilot: Strategies for a Strong Start
by Patrick Rigoni | Jul 9, 2025 | Demand-Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP)
For companies preparing to implement Demand Driven MRP (DDMRP), one of the earliest and most consequential decisions is selecting the right pilot. This choice is often made with only a partial understanding of the methodology and the practicalities of implementation,...
DDMRP Pilots: When You Need One, And How to Choose Wisely
by Patrick Rigoni | Jul 3, 2025 | Demand-Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP), Strategy, Execution, Results
Many companies turn to Demand Driven MRP (DDMRP) with a clear goal in mind: to improve inventory performance, elevate service levels — or both. The value proposition is compelling, but as interest turns into action, a common question arises: Where do we begin? ...
The Question: AI or Not?
by Abdul Maulud | Jul 1, 2025 | Consulting and Industry Insights
Several clients have inquired about our stance on the use of Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models. At first, our understanding of AI was limited to its use in language and writing – not in the areas of deep analytics and decision-making. Although AI...
Building a Credible Business Case for DDMRP: From Concept to Executive Buy-In
by Patrick Rigoni | Jun 24, 2025 | Demand-Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP), Strategy, Execution, Results
The groundwork is done. The relevance of Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) to your business has been assessed, and both the tangible and intangible levers outlined in our previous article – inventory, service, lead times, and productivity – have...
Is Demand-Driven Planning a Good Fit For You? Start by Understanding the Business Case
by Patrick Rigoni | Jun 18, 2025 | Demand-Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP), Strategy, Execution, Results
When evaluating if Demand-Driven Planning is the right approach for their business, companies immediately face a challenge: What are the real benefits of implementing it, and how do you quantify them? Sure, if a company is considering it in the first place, it...
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