Stephen Dombroski Journalist Profile

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Navigating Natural Disasters with Cloud ERP

2 months ago | clouddatainsights.com | Stephen Dombroski

Manufacturers can build resilience to natural disasters with cloud ERP solutions as they progress down the road of digital transformation. Natural disasters have been increasing in frequency and becoming more severe as a result of climate change. Rising global temperatures are fueling more intense storms, wildfires, floods, and droughts, disrupting ecosystems and amplifying the impact on communities and businesses.
Beyond the machines: Finding the hidden assets in manufacturing and the supply chain

Jan 13, 2025 | logisticsit.com | Stephen Dombroski |Ed Holden

By Stephen Dombroski, Director, Consumer Markets, QAD, Inc. When you think about manufacturing, what comes to mind? For most, it’s the towering machines humming on the factory floor—symbols of innovation, precision, and productivity. While these marvels of engineering are undeniably critical to the success of Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and Food and Beverage (F&B) manufacturing, they aren’t the full story. Imagine for a moment that you could look beyond the machines.
Creating the perfect Thanksgiving meal

Nov 28, 2024 | todaysmedicaldevelopments.com | Stephen Dombroski

Thanksgiving dinner: the annual marathon of kitchen chaos, time crunches, and the occasional family squabble over cranberry sauce. For many, it’s the ultimate test of culinary coordination, but the truth is, organizing this feast has more in common with a modern production line than one might expect – complete with last-minute changes, bottlenecks (often around the oven), and the need for a well-connected "workforce" to bring it all together.
Manufacturing the Perfect Thanksgiving Meal

Nov 25, 2024 | industryweek.com | Stephen Dombroski

Thanksgiving dinner is often a whirlwind of culinary chaos, from bottlenecks at the oven to last-minute dietary requests. While it may seem far removed from the world of manufacturing, the process of organizing this feast mirrors modern production planning, scheduling and teamwork. These parallels reveal valuable insights into managing resources, adapting to changes and fostering collaboration. Planning Thanksgiving dinner is like mapping out a production line.
Uncovering Hidden Issues on the Shop Floor

Nov 8, 2024 | industrytoday.com | Stephen Dombroski

When key components are functioning well, hidden issues can arise that disrupt operations, and these could be hiding in plain sight. By Stephen Dombroski, Director of Consumer Markets, QAD Inc. Success hinges on much more than just getting the right ingredients and hitting production targets. Every part of the business—from demand planning and forecasting to production scheduling and procurement—must work seamlessly together.
When Ports Go Silent: Proactive Supply Chain Strategies for Manufacturers

Oct 11, 2024 | supplychainbrain.com | Stephen Dombroski

The strike by U.S. East and Gulf Coast dockworkers continues to remind manufacturers that significant disruptions to their supply chains are the new normal. The labor action, driven by demands for higher compensation and protections against automation, has already started to ripple through the economy, with potential losses estimated at $5 billion per day.
Understanding Interruption vs. Disruption in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Supply Chain

Aug 2, 2024 | foodlogistics.com | Stephen Dombroski

The intricacies of supply chain management are often underappreciated until a disruption occurs, sending shockwaves through global markets. In this involuntary landscape, two critical concepts, interruption and disruption, hold sway over the smooth functioning of food and beverage supply chains. Distinguishing between the two is imperative for businesses seeking resilience and agility in the face of uncertainty.
Understanding Interruption vs. Disruption in the Food and Beverage Manufacturing Supply Chain

Jul 10, 2024 | westernfoodprocessor.ca | Stephen Dombroski

By Stephen Dombroski, Director of Consumer Markets, QAD The intricacies of supply chain management are often underappreciated until a disruption occurs, sending shockwaves through global markets. In this involuntary landscape, two critical concepts, interruption and disruption, hold sway over the smooth functioning of food and beverage supply chains. Distinguishing between the two is imperative for businesses seeking resilience and agility in the face of uncertainty.
How the Pepper Shortage Impacts Foodservice, Downstream Manufacturing

Jul 10, 2024 | foodlogistics.com | Stephen Dombroski

Peppers. How many people would think that peppers of all things could cause so much trouble? In the world of agriculture and food processing, peppers play a crucial role beyond just adding flavor to meals. The majority of peppers cultivated worldwide are processed further into a variety of products and not just for consumer consumption. These include sauces, salsas, spice blends, canned goods, and an array of food products where peppers are a key ingredient.
Managing procurement challenges with advanced planning solutions

Jul 9, 2024 | logisticsit.com | Stephen Dombroski |Ed Holden

By Stephen Dombroski, Director of Consumer Markets, QAD From erratic customer behaviour to seasonal demand spikes, and the ever-increasing expectations of consumers, businesses must navigate these complexities to ensure efficient procurement and delivery of goods.