Essex Solutions to Present at QAD Transform Americas Conference

Essex Solutions (formerly Essex Furukawa) Director of Materials in North America Benjamin Crawford, CSCP will be presenting a breakout session focused on Forecasting & Planning for Disruption with Digital Supply Chain Planning (DSCP) at the upcoming QAD Transform Americas Convention. The event will take place over November 4-6 at Fairmont Millennium Park Hotel in Chicago, Illinois.?

“This is great opportunity to talk about our supply chain and how we have a competitive advantage in our industry due to our vertically integrated structure,” Crawford said. “I will discuss how we’re using their DSCP forecasting tool, and how we’ve managed our forecasts and planning through the industry changes.”?

In today's fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, it is crucial for companies to have a strong and efficient supply chain in order to stay competitive. At Essex Solutions, the supply chain and planning team plays a vital role in ensuring the success of the company and the satisfaction of its customers.?By implementing efficient and innovative supply chain planning strategies, we are able to provide our customers with top-notch service and timely delivery of their orders.

Attendees of the QAD conference will hear from industry experts about the state of manufacturing and supply chains today and the future to come. Additionally, QAD leaders will discuss the company and its plans to navigate business challenges while presenters, like Crawford, will share their success stories.?

Crawford will be presenting for 40 minutes, with a 10-minute Q&A to follow, where he is set to explain that as a producer of magnet wire, Essex Solutions is dealing with a fundamental change in its industry due to both automotive electrification and electrical infrastructure investment.?

He will address how the company and its forecasting and planning team navigates the challenges of growth, facility and equipment expansion, as well as uneven demand across various markets with the support of QAD DSCP integrated with QAD Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Crawford will also discuss the latest trends and strategies in digital supply chain planning, with a focus on forecasting and planning for potential disruptions. With his extensive experience in the field, he will provide valuable insights and practical solutions for businesses looking to optimize their supply chain processes and mitigate potential risks.

?For more information or to register for the complimentary event, visit its website.