Infor and Kinaxis have joined forces to introduce Kinaxis Planning One for Infor CloudSuite, a cutting-edge enterprise planning solution. This collaboration specifically targets midmarket discrete manufacturers, helping them streamline their supply chain processes with real-time visibility. By integrating Infor’s industry-specific CloudSuite solutions with Kinaxis’ Maestro™ supply chain orchestration platform, manufacturers gain a comprehensive view of their demand, inventory, and supply operations.
Addressing Challenges in Key Manufacturing Sectors
The newly launched solution focuses on industries such as automotive, industrial, consumer durables, high-tech, aerospace, and defense. These sectors often grapple with unpredictable demand shifts, supply chain disruptions, and production constraints, making efficient planning crucial for operational success. With Kinaxis Planning One for Infor CloudSuite, companies can now connect operational, tactical, and strategic planning seamlessly across their supply chain networks. This connectivity enhances their agility, enabling quicker decision-making and improved responsiveness to market fluctuations.
Empowering Manufacturers with Advanced Scenario Planning
Manufacturers can leverage the platform’s advanced modeling capabilities to evaluate multiple demand and supply scenarios before finalizing production plans. They can optimize decisions based on key factors such as revenue potential, cost implications, production timelines, and sustainability objectives. By simulating different operational strategies, businesses gain the ability to anticipate potential challenges and implement proactive solutions.
Enhancing Agility and Resilience in Supply Chain Operations
In today’s complex and ever-evolving manufacturing landscape, supply chain agility plays a critical role in maintaining competitive advantage. Conrad Mandala, Executive Vice President at Kinaxis, emphasized that this partnership equips midmarket manufacturers with the agility and resilience needed to navigate challenges efficiently. He stated that the solution enables manufacturers to adapt to rapid market changes while ensuring operational continuity and financial stability.
Infor’s Commitment to Supply Chain Excellence
Andrew Kinder, Senior Vice President at Infor, highlighted the importance of providing customers with the right tools to achieve supply chain excellence. He pointed out that by combining Infor’s extensive industry expertise with Kinaxis’ real-time planning capabilities, manufacturers can streamline their decision-making processes. This integration allows businesses to achieve greater synchronization between demand forecasts, production schedules, and inventory management.
Cloud-Native Deployment Across North America and EMEA
Infor and Kinaxis have strategically designed the solution as a cloud-native platform to ensure easy deployment and scalability. The companies plan to roll out this advanced planning solution across North America and EMEA. Supporting manufacturers in their digital transformation journeys. Infor’s dedicated teams will engage directly with customers to provide seamless onboarding and continuous support. Ensuring that businesses maximize the platform’s full potential.
Driving the Future of Digital Supply Chain Management
The collaboration between Infor and Kinaxis represents a significant step forward in digitalizing supply chain operations for midmarket discrete manufacturers. With real-time visibility, advanced scenario modeling, and cloud-native scalability. This solution empowers manufacturers to optimize their supply chains for efficiency and resilience. As the manufacturing landscape continues to evolve. This partnership ensures that businesses stay ahead by leveraging the latest innovations in enterprise planning technology.
