Supply Chain Management

Consulting Services

Supply Chain Management

Unified solutions for managing product lifecycles and project milestones.

Female employee overseeing supply chain management

Overview

Supply chain management is frequently misconstrued solely as logistics, yet logistics represents only a fraction of this comprehensive concept. At its core, supply chain management (SCM) encompasses the complete oversight and coordination of goods, data, services, and products. SCM spans from the acquisition of raw materials to the ultimate delivery of a finished product to its designated endpoint.

Through strategic consultation and the utilization of tailored SCM software, enterprises can adeptly navigate procurement processes, manage product lifecycles, and devise effective supply chain strategies.

Why choose SolidCAD?

Various methods exist for managing products and projects, with Microsoft Excel being one of the most common tools used today. While Excel is useful, its limitations become evident as the number of projects grows and product lifecycles become more complex. Managing multiple Excel files becomes challenging, and manual searches for data and traceability become time-consuming.

Our Approach

The experienced consulting team at SolidCAD specializes in SCM solutions across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, high-tech electronics, building manufacturing, and industrial machinery.

Leveraging insights gained from numerous implementations, our consultants have honed best practices for SCM software adoption. They have developed industry-specific processes for vendor and manufacturer approval and auditing, streamlining supply chain operations.

Supply Chain Management Services & Benefits

Our experts seamlessly integrate supply chain software with BOM and ERP systems, simplifying clients’ SCM workflows and delivering significant time savings.

Here are processes we have developed for our clients with our supply chain software:

  • Audits and approval processes for customers, vendors and manufacturers
  • Full visibility over: vendors, vendor part numbers, manufacturers and manufacturer part number
  • Bi-directional link between vendors, manufactures and BOM
  • Non-Conformance (NC) and Corrective and Preventative (CAPA) workflows for SCM

Expert SCM Integration

SolidCAD’s expertise in seamlessly integrating supply chain management software with ERP systems and BOMs simplifies complex workflows, offering clients significant time savings and enhanced operational efficiency.

Automated Audits and Approvals

SolidCAD ensures full visibility and control over your supply chain network, enhancing reliability and compliance through automating your audits and approvals of vendors and manufacturers.

Optimized SCM Workflows

Leveraging industry-specific best practices, SolidCAD optimizes supply chain operations with specialized workflows for non-conformance and corrective and preventative actions, ensuring smoother, more efficient supply chain management.

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Software Technology

Autodesk Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software offers built-in Supply Chain Management (SCM) capabilities that enable organizations to seamlessly connect their CAD models and Bill of Materials (BOMs) with approved vendors, manufacturers, or customers.

Furthermore, Autodesk PLM provides open REST APIs, facilitating integration with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for the bi-directional transfer of SCM data between PLM and ERP platforms. This interoperability ensures smooth communication and data synchronization between different stages of the product lifecycle and various business functions.

Our Recent Success

These real-life cases illustrate how we’ve empowered businesses to streamline their operations, breaking down silos and enhance interdepartmental communication. Each story is a testament to how our strategic approach has not only solved complex issues but paved the way for seamless and productive workflows.

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How we can help

We understand that managing supply chain processes and tasks can be complex and time-consuming, and navigating SCM software can pose challenges. If you’re seeking ways to enhance your SCM processes, our consultants are here to help. We’re committed to understanding your specific challenges and collaborating with you to identify tailored solutions that best fit your organization’s needs. Together, we can explore opportunities to streamline your SCM processes and optimize efficiency within your supply chain operations.