Entrusted with the dual roles of managing vehicle parts demand and supply planning, MMNA’s team of inventory analysts were using Excel templates to analyze data pulled from Blue Yonder. They realized the necessity for a more dynamic approach to inventory forecasting and replenishment planning.
The automaker had already implemented Blue Yonder, but was not leveraging the technology to the fullest extent of its capabilities. MMNA had only previously been using the solution as a data warehouse, pasting FE pages into Excel to determine purchasing.
With Blue Yonder’s demand and supply planning capabilities, MMNA has a single integrated solution that simultaneously analyzes demand patterns and supply availability changes to harmonize every aspect of the planning process. The solution brings the automaker accelerated forecasting up to six months in advance, end-to-end visibility, advanced data management and integration, and extensibility for market-specific needs. This solution enables MMNA to accomplish more with less.
Collaborative success with a partner
MMMA sought external expertise to achieve its ambitious goals. Plantensive, a prominent Blue Yonder partner, provided critical resources and support, enabling the automaker to fully implement and optimize its capabilities with Blue Yonder and manifest significant operational improvements.
Challenging team members to become immersed in technology
Through this approach, MMNA has embodied two of its core values: "conduct and challenge yourself professionally" and "respect all, work as a broader team." The automaker has encouraged its team to step away from the conventional processes and fully engage with Blue Yonder. Its teams have embraced this challenge with enthusiasm, adapting smoothly and finding satisfaction in Blue Yonder’s user-friendly interface. Beyond mastering the solution, MMNA has cultivated a collaborative environment where cross-functional relationships thrive, enabling better forecasting for parts. Blue Yonder pushes analysts to think critically, identify trends, and actively seek insights from other teams to strengthen market intelligence.
Looking to the future
MMNA continues to explore and harness Blue Yonder's diverse functionalities, ensuring adaptability and heightened performance in a competitive market landscape. This strategic alignment with Blue Yonder not only supports the automaker’s current objectives but also prepares it for future challenges.
