Demand Planning

Levi’s Continues Supply Chain Optimization Initiatives

Levi Strauss & Co. is seeking to transition to a unified enterprise resourcing planning (ERP) system across its global operations by mid-2027.

Levi’s recently migrated its Asia business operations and Beyond Yoga brand onto the global platform after integrating North America units three years ago. With Asia integration now complete, the company is integrating European and Latin America business units onto their global platform. The legendary denim maker once had thirteen different ERP platforms but is targeting one global unit to […]

By James Kirby Easterling|2026-08-24T04:11:10+00:00August 30, 2026|Tags: ERP, global platform, integration, optimization, sustainability|

How HP Is Managing the Memory Chip Shortage

Information technology giant HP Inc. is undertaking a variety of strategic actions to help offset ongoing memory chip shortages.

Memory chips are a semiconductor device that stores digital data (information, code, or images) in electronic devices to act as either temporary or permanent storage for systems like computers, smartphones, automotive systems, gaming products, and most consumer electronics (TVs, cameras, etc.).

“Our initiatives are focused on securing supply, shaping demand and product configuration, implementing targeted cost reductions and taking pricing actions, and all […]

By James Kirby Easterling|2026-05-22T04:30:39+00:00May 22, 2026|Tags: allocation, constraint management, forecasting, shortage, supply chain partnership, technology|

Decreased Demand for Carbs Correlated to GLP-1 Medications

The increasing popularity of GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic are changing eating habits across the globe.

These medications suppress appetite, so people who use them eat less and often choose protein over carbs to avoid losing muscle mass. These outcomes are changing operations in many food-related industries, reshaping what farmers plan to grow, what restaurants are putting on their menus, and what grocers are stocking on their shelves.

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Farmers left with ‘potato mountains’ as […]

By Lisa M. Spencer|2026-05-17T07:37:30+00:00May 17, 2026|Tags: demand planning, new product development, product design|

Long-Term Capacity Planning: Terafab

Two advanced chip factories called Terafab will be built by Tesla and Intel in Austin, Texas.

The factories will make AI chips to power cars, Optimus humanoid robots, AI satellites in space, and artificial intelligence data centers for Tesla and SpaceX.

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