An essential guide to creating a successful, fully integrated digital supply network Digital transformation has changed the way we live and work. The rapid evolution of digital technologies is fundamentally transforming supply chain management processes. Competitive success now depends on the strategic adoption of new technologies and the digitalization of demand-supply systems, more collaborative and connected processes, and smarter, more dynamic data-driven decision making-a fully integrated "Digital Supply Network." Digital Supply Network examines the impact new technology has had on supply chain management processes, sub-processes, technologies, and best practices. Drawn from real world-experience and stellar academic research, the book provides an in-depth account of the move to digitally connected supply chain management networks. Filled with expert insights and real-life case studies, this is an essential guide to fully integrating digital supply networks for maximum competitive advantage. You'll learn everything you need to know about: *How DSN redefines the principles of SCM for the digital era*Phases, roles, technology, and the benefits of DSN*Data quality, lifecycle, security, authority, and analytics *Practical application of technologies like Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Robotics and Additive Manufacturing, and the Internet of Things (IoT)*Synchronized planning, demand forecasting, and responsive supply planning*Managerial aspects of digital technologies, and approaches for evaluation and use*Harnessing demand-supply-logistics technology for greater organizational success*Digital product development, and more

Take your supply chain to the cloud! Walk through the SAP Integrated Business Planning applications-S&OP, demand, response and supply, demand-driven MRP, and inventory. Then learn to monitor and control these processes. See how to set up and use your SAP IBP system, from planning areas to key figures. With coverage of intelligent visibility, SAP IBP for demand-driven replenishment, and more, you can be sure you're getting the latest information on supply chain planning with SAP! Highlights include: 1) Planning model 2) Planning areas 3) Sales and operations planning (S&OP) 4) Demand planning and forecasting 5) Supply planning 6) Response planning 7) Inventory planning 8) Demand-driven replenishment 9) SAP Supply Chain Control Tower 10) Implementation methodology 11) Case studies

Ready to master S&OP? See how to configure SAP IBP for sales and operations to fit your unique requirements, from key figures to the planning model. Then use step-by-step instructions to execute demand planning, perform unconstrained or constrained supply planning, and consolidate the results into views. With this authoritative guide, get more out of your new SAP IBP implementation by tapping into what-if scenarios, KPIs and dashboards, collaboration using SAP Work Zone, and more! Highlights include: 1) Demand planning 2) Unconstrained supply planning 3) Constrained supply planning 4) Consolidation 5) Collaboration 6) Simulations 7) Process management 8) Planning views 9) Reporting and analytics 10) Configuration and integration