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Typical analytical applications in supply chains

Analytics are the extensive use of data, statistical and quantitative analysis, explanatory and predictive models, and fact-based management to drive decisions and actions. This article reviews typical analytical applications in supply chains.

Capacity planning

Finding the capacity of a supply chain or its elements; identifying and eliminating bottlenecks. Typically employs iterative analysis of alternative plans.


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