Supply Chain Tactics

What is inventory management software and how does it work?

Here, we explain what inventory management software is, how it works, why it matters and how solutions such as Slimstock’s Slim4 platform can support both small and large businesses in achieving smarter stock control.

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Slimstock Executive Exchange – Cyprus

Slimstock and NexTech will bring together a curated group of executives in Nicosia for a focused half-day exchange designed to explore the future of supply chain leadership in a rapidly evolving digital landscape

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02Apr

10 supplier KPIs you shouldn’t ignore

This article highlights 10 critical supplier KPIs, from measurable metrics like On-Time In-Full (OTIF), lead-time variance, and defect rates, to softer factors such as sustainability, innovation, and collaboration quality. Suppliers can make or break your success, so cultivating a high level of trust with them is essential

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Interview – Optimising inventory availability in a volatile automotive market

Interview with Michael Medic (Alliance Automotive) on inventory strategies, risks and how Slim4 optimises product availability and reduces excess stock

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Slim4 Safety Stock Masterclass – September 2026 – Slimstock UK

Why do we need safety stock? What variables determine safety stock? And how do you optimise it? Determining your safety stock is one of the basic decisions in stock optimisation.

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16Sep

Slimstock at NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show Asia Pacific

Meet Slimstock at NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show Asia in Singapore. NRF APAC brings retail leaders, brands and technology innovators together under the theme “The Next Now” to explore what’s shaping the future of retail across the region.

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02Jun

Where supply planning, commerce & agentic intelligence unite

Slimstock will once again take centre stage at EuroShop 2026, reinforcing its position as a fiercely independent, privately owned technology partner for retailers who want results… not noise.

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Tackling automotive supply chain challenges with Slim4: case study insights

From fast-moving consumables to slow-moving, long-tail spare parts, automotive businesses must continuously balance availability, cost and complexity. This is where Slim4, Slimstock’s supply chain planning platform, plays a critical role helping automotive organisations regain control, improve service levels and reduce working capital without compromising customer satisfaction.

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Slimstock at CeMAT Australia 2026

Join Slimstock at CeMAT Australia 2026 to see how Slim4, our award-winning supply chain planning and optimisation platform, helps businesses take control of inventory, improve service levels, and build more resilient supply chains.

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23Jun

Key Insights from Automotive Supply Chain Leaders

Automotive supply chain leaders face increasingly complex challenges — from managing volatile demand and vast parts ranges to keeping service levels high while controlling stock. But with proven planning approaches, many are already turning these pressures into opportunities.

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Slimstock Executive Exchange – Saudi Arabia

This is a private networking evening created for senior leaders who value thoughtful discussion and purposeful connection. In a business environment shaped by rapid change and increasing complexity, leaders rarely get the opportunity to step back and engage with peers outside formal settings.

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12Feb

Supply chains are no longer neutral: What Mark Carney’s Davos speech means for Canadian businesses

At Davos, Mark Carney delivered a speech that goes beyond geopolitics. For companies managing supply chains, especially in Canada, it sounds like a wake-up call....

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Safety Stock Masterclass – July 2026 – Slimstock APAC

Why do we need safety stock? What variables determine safety stock? And how do you optimize it? Determining your safety stock is one of the basic decisions in stock optimisation.

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08Jul

EU–Mercosur agreement: progress and implications for trade

The European Union and the Mercosur bloc reached a political agreement on a wide-ranging trade and partnership deal. However, the deal has not yet entered into force. It remains subject to approval by the European Parliament, national parliaments in EU member states, and the legislatures of Mercosur countries.

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Slimstock at CeMAT Southeast Asia 2026

Join us at CeMAT Southeast Asia 2026 to discover how Slimstock’s advanced supply chain and inventory solution, Slim4, can help optimise your logistics and streamline your operations.

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12May

Prepare your supply chain for Chinese New Year 2026: A strategic guide

Chinese New Year (CNY) is one of the most disruptive recurring events for global supply chains. For companies that source products or components from Asia, especially China, the holiday season brings extended factory shutdowns, labour shortages, freight bottlenecks and complex planning decisions

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The Future of BI – Turning Data Into Decisions

This executive-level session brings together senior leaders, business strategists, and analytics professionals to explore how data can become a true driver of business performance and organisational agility.

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04Mar

Bahtera Adi Jaya

Bahtera Adi Jaya, a leading distributor of speciality chemicals in Indonesia, turned to Slim4 to modernise its planning and overcome rising supply chain complexity.

Reduced excess and dead stock
Improved availability and service levels
Stronger customer trust

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Slim4 Latest Updates – April

Are you an ardent Slim4 user who regularly keeps up to date with our development roadmap and endeavours to get the most out of the system? This event may well be for you

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02Apr

Slim4 Latest Updates – July

Are you an ardent Slim4 user who regularly keeps up to date with our development roadmap and endeavours to get the most out of the system? This event may well be for you

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02Jul

Slim4 Latest Updates – October

Are you an ardent Slim4 user who regularly keeps up to date with our development roadmap and endeavours to get the most out of the system? This event may well be for you

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07Oct

What is supply chain visibility?

Supply chain visibility reflects a company’s ability to see and track every component of their supply chain, from raw materials to finished products, in near real time...

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Optimising supply chain resilience: managing supplier closures with Slim4

Supplier shutdowns can cause major disruptions to your supply chain. Whether it’s Chinese New Year, national holidays, factory maintenance, or unexpected strikes, failing to plan ahead can lead to stock shortages, delayed orders, and frustrated customers.

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02Dec

Optimising supply chain resilience: managing supplier closures with Slim4

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24Sep