About Vicenda
In an environment as dynamic and complex as supply chain management, it is imperative
for supply chain professionals to keep in touch with industry trends, best practices
and technological advancements in order to maintain an optimal and competitive supply
chain.
Vicenda is an innovative services company delivering business information services
to the logistics and supply chain industry. Our focus is to provide executives with
tailored business platforms that allow them to keep informed and up-to-date with
the latest industry trends. Our workshops, conferences and roundtables bring together
industry experts and seasoned practitioners to share their knowledge, experience
and insight in interactive learning environments.
Although content is always based on sound academic principles, we have a strong
focus on sharing fresh perspectives and practical solutions to the business challenges
that supply chain executives encounter daily.
Supply Chain Update is our online industry publication. Now in its fifth year, it
continues to provide a valuable platform for industry news, articles, perspectives,
multimedia, events and supply chain jobs.
Visit the site here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MASTERCLASS: INCOTERMS ® 2020 RULES
20 February 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
To accommodate changes as the
global trade environment has evolved, a revised version of the Incoterms® rules
[Incoterms® 2020] has been released by the ICC which will take effect from 1 January
2020.
Incoterms ® are fundamental to
international trade, providing a set of contract terms for international trade
and delivery of freight. The Incoterms ® 2020 is a must know for all
parties involved in any form of international trade and need to be clearly
understood in order to ensure compliancy and clearly define the seller &
buyers' responsibilities, risks and costs. This one-day
programme will include:
·
The current Incoterms ® 2020
rules in detail
·
What are the key changes in the latest Incoterms ®
revision?
·
How to implement these rules into every
contract of sale
·
Which Incoterms ® 2020 to quote in order to
zero rate VAT on exports
·
Understanding the delivery of every Incoterm
from EXW – DDP
·
Why traders would choose one set of Incoterm
rules over another
·
How to insert Incoterms ® 2020 into your
import and export costings
·
Commonly misused terms and how to avoid the
consequences
·
Practical exercises
BEST PRACTICES: DEMAND PLANNING & INVENTORY OPTIMISATION
25 - 26 February 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
The
volatility of sales in today’s highly competitive marketplace lends itself to
less reliable sales forecasts and the consequent necessity of higher inventory
levels to maintain reasonable customer service levels. Accurate demand
forecasts are a necessity in order to maintain service levels and optimize
inventory levels in a lean operating supply chain.
The
content of this workshop is practical and delegates will leave with proven
methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their supply chain. Attendees
will be encouraged to participate, debate, and discuss the topics that are
presented. The presenter will
also address the fundamental issues challenging modern organisations and will
offer strategic and practical approaches for consideration to consistently
improve forecast accuracy and optimise inventory performance in your
organisation.
EFFECTIVE DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT
25 - 26 February 2020
Protea Hotel OR Tambo, Jhb
For
any company that offers goods or services, it is vital to conduct efficient and
cost-effective distribution in order to reduce operating costs, maintain
customer service levels and sustain growth in today’s highly competitive
marketplace.
This
workshop will provide delegates with an understanding of the components
required to create and maintain an effective distribution network and will also
take into account some of the changing dynamics of our South African landscape.
The content is a combination of proven methodologies and valuable
perspectives. On completion of this workshop, delegates will be able to
better understand:
·
how
to improve and maintain a high level of customer service
·
the
costs associated with servicing customers
·
proven
techniques to improve distribution strategy and execution
·
how
to reduce distribution costs through improved efficiencies
·
how
to apply processes and technology to optimise the efficiency of your operation
·
effective
tools for problem solving distribution issues
·
how
to measure performance effectively and create an environment of continuous
improvement
EFFECTIVE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
11 - 12 March 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
This
two-day workshop will provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of
current best practices in inventory management and importantly, how to apply
them effectively in their current environment. Specifically, the workshop will
cover:
- The
role & functions of inventory within the supply chain
- Best
practices for the management of inventory
- Performance
measurement & improvement
- Solutions
to inventory management challenges
- Understanding
the real cost of inventory
- Supply
chain principles & management issues
- Implementation
action plans
The
content of this workshop is practical and delegates will leave with tools, ideas
and proven methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their supply
chain. This workshop is aimed at an intermediate level.
MASTERCLASS: EXPORTING INTO AFRICA
16 - 17 March 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
This
two-day workshop will cover the real-world application of how to effectively
handle the technical aspects relating to exporting into Africa. It is highly practical and will also
highlight potential problems that could arise from incorrectly applying these
technical processes and how to evade the pitfalls relating to the unique nature
of Exporting into Africa.
This
workshop is aimed at providing delegates with an understanding of current best
inter-processes, South African government statutory requirements, the benefits
offered by trade agreements and how to implement up-to-date export
administration processes within every organisation.
BEST PRACTICES: DEMAND PLANNING & INVENTORY OPTIMISATION
17 - 18 March 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
The volatility of
sales in today’s highly competitive marketplace lends itself to less reliable
sales forecasts and the consequent necessity of higher inventory levels to
maintain reasonable customer service levels. Accurate demand forecasts are a
necessity in order to maintain service levels and optimize inventory levels in
a lean operating supply chain.
The content of this
workshop is practical and delegates will leave with proven methodologies that
can immediately be implemented in their supply chain. Attendees
will be encouraged to participate, debate, and discuss the topics that are
presented. The presenter will also address the fundamental issues
challenging modern organisations and will offer strategic and practical
approaches for consideration to consistently improve forecast accuracy and
optimise inventory performance in your organisation.
LOGISTICS COSTINGS WORKSHOP
7 May 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
The
logistics costs of satisfying customer demand can be substantial, yet these
costs are generally not fully understood by organisations as typical accounting
systems tend to be focused on detailing product costs as opposed to customer service costs.
Every
company has its own unique supply chain, with highly individualized logistics
cost inputs, yet most companies seem to suffer from a lack of visibility of
costs as they are incurred through the supply chain pipeline. In order to
effectively monitor, manage and optimise their operational costs, logistics
professionals must understand the specific logistics cost elements and drivers
as well as the true costs of servicing different customer types / channels
& market segments.
The content of this workshop has been
designed to empower delegates with a solid understanding of logistics cost elements and drivers
as well as the critical relationships between physical activities, operating
performance, cost generation and pricing within a logistics environment.
MASTERCLASS: IMPROVING WAREHOUSE PERFORMANCE
11 - 12 May 2020
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Facilitated
by three experienced practitioners and led by Clayton Thomas, one of the
leading warehouse experts in SA, this interactive two-day workshop is designed
to provide delegates with the skills and knowledge required to effectively
measure and improve operational performance within their own distribution centres.
The practical nature of this workshop ensures that delegates will leave
with techniques and methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their
operations. In addition, our
experienced facilitators will also address some of the more common issues
challenging modern organisations and will offer strategic and practical
approaches for consideration in transforming your distribution centre into a
value-adding link in your supply chain.