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Alan Kosansky

Alan Kosansky is president of the consulting firm Profit Point.
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A fresh approach to improving total delivered cost

March 11, 2014
Alan Kosansky and Ted Schaefer
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Most companies calculate total delivered cost (TDC) based on inaccurate and outdated assumptions. Using optimization technology to more accurately forecast TDC by product and customer will help them to improve both their supply chain planning decisions and their costs.
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Is standardized software eroding your competitive edge?

December 17, 2012
Alan Kosansky and Ted Schaefer
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Standard enterprise software packages provide a consistent structure for basic supply chain processes. But these generic applications may not accommodate the processes and policies that set your company apart from its competitors.
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Should you swap commodities with your competitors?

June 25, 2010
Alan Kosansky and Ted Schaefer
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Swapping commodities with other manufacturers instead of shipping internationally can greatly reduce transportation costs and boost profits. Finding the right swap partner will help you avoid the risks that are inherent in these arrangements.
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Can you be green and profitable?

September 22, 2008
Alan Kosansky and Ted Schaefer
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Profitability and sustainability don't have to be mutually exclusive. By considering environmental issues when setting financial objectives for a supply chain network analysis, companies can successfully balance the trade-offs between them.
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