Includes:
* Over 7 hours of video instruction by Tom in the clear, straightforward, no-nonsense style that is his hallmark. Including DISCUSSION POINTS at the end of most sessions, intended to stimulate discussion among the viewers and for them to apply what they have just learned. (see below for detailed list)
* Expert Inputs from 13 individuals in companies successfully using Executive S&OP, including Dow Chemical, Johnsonville Sausage, Microsoft, Nestle, Procter & Gamble, Wyeth and others. These experts share their experiences and give advice on the do's and don't's of how to make the process work.
* A Comprehensive Course Guide Written by Tom to ensure that your company gets the most out of your kit.
In addition to companies implementing for the first-time (First-Time Implementers), the Course Guide also spells out how to use the Kit for:
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Pre-Implementers (before a formal implementation process has begun)
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Re-Implementers (for companies dissatisfied with their current S&OP process and wanting to make it better)
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Post-Implementers (for companies that have successfully implemented, to teach new people coming on board and provide refresher input to others).
The Kit can also be helpful for people to use for individual learning. This could include almost anyone interested in learning more about Sales & Operations Planning: consultants wanting to broaden their practice, software sales people wishing to understand this process and why it's so popular with their customers, people on the staffs of corporate training groups and corporate universities, individuals studying for Certification, and so on.
* The Leading Books on Sales & Operations Planning (25 books):
The How-To Handbook, 3rd Ed. - The definitive and best selling book on S&OP, now in its third edition. New, expanded material on S&OP implementation, risk management, plus color S&OPgraphs. (15 copies)
The Executive's Guide - At Last! A book about S&OP written for executives. No other book offers executives such thorough information in a concise, easy-to-read manner. (5 copies)
The Self-Audit Workbook - An efficient, effective tool to evaluate your Executive S&OP, Sales Forecasting & Master Scheduling processes. Excel checklist available for download. (5 copies)
Benefits
This
Kit addresses the most important element in making Executive S&OP
work: Your People - up to and including your executive team
Benefits from using the Kit:
- Build deep understanding of Executive S&OP within your company
- Create a vision of the company's future
- Reach consensus specifically how S&OP will support your company
- Reduce your dependence on outside consultants
- Minimize false starts and delays, and get results sooner
- Increase your odds for success with Executive S&OP