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Did you update your MySpace today? Of course not - it’s 2024, not 2004. So why are Retail Supply Chains still operating as if they are decades behind? Check out our latest fireside chat with EnsembleIQ and CGT - Consumer Goods Technology to learn how Retail Supply Chain Collaboration is being re-imagined with Next-Gen CPFR?? -- https://lnkd.in/epF9GHj6 -- #CPFR #CPG #SupplyChain

Throwback Thursday? A few weeks ago, Brennan Stoufflet, MBA from the bops team visited the University of Arkansas -- Sam M. Walton College of Business to talk CPFR with the next generation of supply chain leaders. Brennan gave students an inside look at the history of CPFR, including how it shaped customer supply chain over the years, and why it’s more relevant than ever today. The next generation of leaders is ready to take on the challenge. ?? __ #SupplyChain #CPFR #Collaboration

CPFR: A Vision Ahead of Its Time. When CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) was introduced in the late 90s, it was a bold new way for suppliers and retailers to work together. It promised better alignment, fewer stockouts, and stronger partnerships. But this version of CPFR wasn’t simple. It was complex, time-intensive, and often frustrating. So why does it still matter today? Because those challenges helped shape how we think about collaboration in our customer supply chain today. ?? What Made Early CPFR So Complex? 1?? Manual Workflows: Teams relied on paper (and then spreadsheets), emails, and long meetings to align on plans. Updating forecasts or resolving issues could take weeks, making the process slow and cumbersome. 2?? Competing Priorities: Suppliers and retailers often approached the table with different goals. Finding alignment wasn’t just about sharing data—it meant rethinking how to work together. 3?? Data Without Clarity: CPFR introduced a level of data sharing that was new for many. But without the tools to make sense of that data, it often created more questions than answers. ?? What We’ve Learned From Those Early Days: 1?? Collaboration Is Hard, but Necessary: CPFR taught us that meaningful supply chain collaboration requires effort. It’s not about technology alone—it’s about building trust and aligning on shared business outcomes. 2?? Processes Need to Be Clear and Scalable: The early days of CPFR showed us that complexity can hinder progress. Simplifying and standardizing processes is essential for teams to collaborate more effectively and drive better results. 3?? It Was a Framework, Not a Fix: CPFR was never—and still isn’t—a one-size-fits-all solution. It laid the groundwork for a structured, flexible approach to supply chain collaboration. That approach remains essential for success in today’s complex customer supply chain. ?? Why It Matters Now: The customer supply chain challenges we face today—consumer demand volatility, inventory constraints, and constant disruptions—are the same issues CPFR set out to solve years ago. Many believe CPFR wasn’t effective, but the truth is, it wasn’t that it didn’t work—it was simply ahead of its time. Its principles remain as relevant as ever today. And now, its moment has truly arrived. __ #CPFR #OSA #Supplychain

Chedraui revoluciona su operación con Inventario Inteligente, optimizando la gestión de más de 45 mil artículos en sus tiendas y recuperando millones en ventas. Descubre cómo la tecnología está cambiando el retail. GS1 México #GrupoT21 #Chedraui #Retail #Innovación #Tecnología #TransformaciónDigital Nota de Jennifer Galindo https://lnkd.in/gjR5RnwM

It is almost showtime at Expo ANTAD with our partner GS1 México. Come meet us at the GS1 booth if you are at the show as well!

??? Workshop Alert: The State of OSA in Q1 2025 ??? When: Tuesday, April 8th at 11:00 AM CST What’s the focus: CPG suppliers are grappling with persistent on-shelf availability (OSA) issues, but tackling these challenges presents a massive opportunity to reduce lost sales and build stronger customer relationships. What you'll learn: - Insights into top OSA challenges and trends affecting CPG suppliers - A look at how customer strategies are shifting—and what that means for you - Practical, actionable steps to boost OSA and drive sales growth Who is your Speaker: Brennan Stoufflet, MBA, bops Director of CPFR, will share key insights and learnings tailored to help you tackle OSA issues effectively. Don’t miss out—Register now ??

Come join my team!! Are you a passionate, creative, problem solving, data loving, cross-functional partnering, results delivering supply chain professional? If you’re interested in being an owner of the BEST brands as a CPFR Analyst at #KraftHeinz, I’d love for you to check out this opportunity on the Customer Supply Chain team. Grow with us and Let’s Make Life Delicious!? I’m #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested?

Thank you to our supplier partners for trusting bops. We value your collaboration as we strive to bring even greater value to your customer supply chain. __ #CPFR #OSA #Supplychain

Acompá?anos este 25 y 26 de Marzo en las charlas de Expo ANTAD junto a nuestro Partner Estrategico GS1 México. Juan Carlos Restrepo y Jorge Risquez estarán hablando acerca del futuro de la cadena de suministro y cómo atacar el desabastecimiento y el exceso de inventario. No te lo pierdas. Te esperamos! https://lnkd.in/eiCNwTKt __ #GS1 #CPFR #Supplychain

In the last 15 years, retailers have increasingly shared point-of-sale (POS) and inventory data with consumer packaged goods (CPG) suppliers to reduce costs. This has shifted the responsibility for smarter inventory management and replenishment to the suppliers. While many anticipated that this data sharing would enhance collaboration, the relationship remains largely managed by the sales and commercial teams on the CPG side. In bops's latest newsletter, discover the key changes needed for CPG suppliers to build more strategic partnerships and take the plunge. Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q03d3RZZ0 – #SupplyChainUS25 #GenerisASC #Bops #supplychain #CPG