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Navya Reddy commented on the post, 8 years, $1 Bn ERP System – Worth It?, on the site 6 years, 3 months ago
Implementation Cost and Time
– This venture was completed “on-time” in 2014, however, it took a year and a half to rectify the database indomitability and simply code.
– $15M had to be additionally invested because of the inefficient implementation of the original project.Why Did Dow Invest in This?
– Dow’s supply chain still needed to run…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Q&A: Can I/T Help with Ethics / Green in Supply Chains, on the site 6 years, 3 months ago
IT has helped supply chains become greener by:
– Communicating with less paper and transportation
– Track supply chain inefficiencies
– Lower product wasted through more complex, nitty-gritty IT systems
– Lower human error –> cuts expenses -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, 100 Second Reflection: Week 11, on the site 6 years, 3 months ago
Starbucks Case
– SBX maintains its mission statement by sourcing responsibly from small farmers from Chiapas
– Strong Customer Appeal of ethically sourced coffee
– Coffee is < 5% of TCGSGuest Lecture
– Gary talked about issues affecting blockchain at the moment
– Agile software development is not necessarily the ideal route. It is…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Amazon delivery and Ethics, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
This article was actually news I have not heard before. I am shocked by the lack of reimbursement Amazon delivers receive. This makes me reflect a lot on the idea of ethics in the supply chain, in this case, the transportation of packages from warehouses to consumers. I realize that two days is incredibly fast, and I as a prime customer do not…[Read more]
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Navya Reddy commented on the post, 100 Second Reflection: Week 10, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
Amazon Case
* Amazon had logistic issues before entering the EU which included, distribution centers, shipping and transportation and adjusting to different legal regulations.
* Review of Amazon’s business model from beginnings as an online bookstore to its current status as e-market for virtually anything today.Lecture
* Ethics effect on…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Future Delivery Methods, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
I think air delivery is the next step in the advancement of Amazon’s business model. One of the clear best practices Amazon holds is reliable and fast two-day shipping, for which other competitors are beginning to catch up. If Amazon is able to implement this on a consistent basis, they will yet again be the powerhouses in delivery. This, of…[Read more]
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Navya Reddy commented on the post, CIO Perspective, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
When Kalamar stresses the importance of an enterprise collaborative effort, which engages all of the company’s silos, she ensures a well-incorporated operation. This set up allows decision making to see impacts on other lines of business, and ultimately help the overall organization.
She heavily is a proponent of collaboration and transparency.…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, 100 second reflection: Week 8, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
Hulu Case:
– Hulu’s three segments: content providers, distribution, viewers
– Third party distributors bring content to people
– Hulu success depends on its customers, who are advertisers, viewers, and content producersLecture:
– Procurement: Process acquiring raw materials from multiple suppliers to carry out operations
– E-procurement…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, 100 Second Reflection – Week 7, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
RFID and the Metro Case
– RFID has many benefits, Metro needs to be critical to other variables and considerations before they commit to a RFID implementation.
– Metro should implement pallet-level tagging instead of implementing RFID tagging because tech changes should be applied gradually.
RFID Technology:
– FRID benefits include that it im…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Blockchain: Is this the new Internet?, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
Blockchain has the potential to make the same impact as the Internet had. The blockchain is in its earliest stages, not much different than the Internet’s inception in 1960’s as a military tool. This is important to make note of as it shows blockchain’s potential for growth. With the undeniable trend of globalization and the shift towards a…[Read more]
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Navya Reddy commented on the post, Amazon: Go – What do you think?, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
1. I would very quickly adjust to the new AmazonGo stores. I think that they are quick and safer from physical attacks. I would be cautious in some regards to payment processing and think I would feel better using a well-monitored credit card than I would my debit card.
2.The technology implementation is unlike any other in the industry. I think…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Amazon: Go – What do you think?, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
1. I would very quickly adjust to the new AmazonGo stores. I think that they are quick and safer from physical attacks. I would be cautious in some regards to payment processing and think I would feel better using a well-monitored credit card than I would my debit card.
2.The technology implementation is unlike any other in the industry. I think…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, RFID Videos, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
Benefits:
-Accurate inventory because there are not manual inventory count which could be at risk for error.
-Less human capital costs because of automation
-Efficient transportation of goods between distributor and warehouse.Pitfalls:
-RFIDs carry a risk of being hacked
-Long time for implementation -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, New Age Warehousing, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
Kiva Summary
– Using Kiva, Zappo’s is able to better maintain its best in class service with 5 day shipping.
– Employee productivity is nearly doubled and employees have a quieter work environment.
– Inventory is less likely to be misplaced during transportation on the floor.
– Accidents dropped from on a weekly basis to rare to zero.
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Navya Reddy commented on the post, Q&A: Software in Supply Chains, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
MIS professionals must understand supply chains. Without a foundational understanding of supply chain systems, MIS professionals will not be able to create solutions to tackle the issues which are ever present in a variety of business sectors. Supply chain focuses on the relationships of many moving parts, independent and dependent to other parts.…[Read more]
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Navya Reddy commented on the post, 100 Second Reflection for Week 2, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
Takeaways from Crocs Case Study
– Advantages a flexible supply chain has towards adjusting to market trends and customization.
– Importances of creating products in smaller batches (better quality control and less wasted, unsuccessful products)
– Importance of global market penetration and where to manufacture in elation to final end…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Happy Birthday SNL // the typists from the Carol Burnett show, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
Main Take Aways of Week 1
– Supply chain is an integral, complex part of a business and includes everything from the final products shipment to vendor relationship with the most basic of inputs.
– IT is an incredible important tool used to facilitated this complicated network of relationship. Uses include, quality control, notifying…[Read more] -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Introductions: Day 1, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
Navya Reddy
– International Supply Chain / MIS and IST / Senior
– Federal Reserve IT Services Intern and Vanguard Business Intern
One supply chain I use almost on a weekly basis is Amazon as a customer. -
Navya Reddy commented on the post, Discussion Question #7: So how did it go?, on the site 7 years, 3 months ago
My experience working at The Federal Reserve has been wonderful. It was my first real office job and I’m so glad I had such an experienced team by my side to really help me adapt amazingly. The Reserve did offer me a position over the summer if I’d wanted – and then a position during the school year so I can continue working there, However, I also…[Read more]
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