S&OP + IBP

In this second part of our CSRD series, we’ll guide you through the essential double materiality assessment, which should be carried out before the financial year even begins. This critical step helps you determine which sustainability topics are relevant to your business and must be reported.

As part of our commitment to sustainability, Slimstock is preparing to meet CSRD compliance by 2025. In this article series, we aim to explain the directive and share our journey toward becoming fully compliant.

In modern supply chain management, the exponential growth of product assortments and the increasing number of stores and warehouses present a constant challenge. As catalogues expand with new entries, the complexities of efficiently managing each item also increase...

Strikes are predictable, but tariffs add uncertainty. By modeling their impact, supply chains can turn uncertainty into informed decisions—because a prepared business is always stronger.

Achieving greater operational efficiency not only improves financial outcomes but also enables businesses to adapt to changing customer demands and position themselves as leaders in their industry.

Progressing towards a more efficient—and ultimately, better—supply chain relies on optimising the processes within your company. However, to optimise something, we must first be able to describe it and understand the sub-processes that comprise it...

Inventory management is a business process that directly influences a company's profitability and competitiveness. The key lies in achieving a balance between having enough stock to meet demand and minimising storage costs and the risk of obsolescence...

Pharmaceutical companies play a crucial role in ensuring that life-saving medicines reach the people who need them most...

Many companies implement Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), but what they don't realise is that S&OP goes way beyond processes and systems. 'You have to deal with clashing interests, emotions and people who have different mindsets,' says Slimstock's Sales Director Jan Kraaijeveld. In his eyes, S&OP is where art and science meet.

The intelligent software Slim4 ensures optimal in-season allocation, reduces stockouts, overstock, and markdowns, and contributes to a higher full-price sell-through rate.

Various challenges have been thrust upon distribution businesses of late, and there’s little sign of this stopping in the near future.

Elevate your business competitiveness with expert insights on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). Learn from industry leader Prof. Jan Stentoft.

Optimize your Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) strategy. Discover how scenario planning enhances supply chain resilience and agility.