AI is making some serious waves in the supply chain world, and it's not just about fancy new gadgets. The biggest change is actually about giving more control to the people actually doing the work on the ground. Think about it: not too long ago, if you needed any kind of tech help, you had to put in a request with IT and then wait ages for anything to happen. It was a real bottleneck.
Empowering Supply Chain Operators
Demand planners, buyers, and merchandisers are now using tools like ChatGPT. They're not waiting around for IT departments anymore. Instead, they're using AI to write Excel formulas, create small automated scripts, and even build little apps.
Imagine needing to get data from PDFs into your ERP system. Instead of a months-long IT project, someone on the team can now build a quick solution themselves. This means they can read those PDFs and push the information directly into the ERPs as orders. It’s about making things happen quickly and effectively, right where the work is being done.
Faster, Smarter Solutions
This shift puts a lot of power back into the hands of the people who know the supply chain best. They don't have to wait for a system to be built for them; they can take charge and build what they need.
This ability to create fast, scrappy, and effective solutions is a game-changer. It means less waiting and more doing, leading to a more agile and responsive supply chain.
