The bullwhip effect is a significant concern for many manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, as it deals with fluctuations when one moves up the supply chain. In this article, the author outlines what it is and how FP&A teams can reduce the negative impact of this effect.
Renato Rossetti
Renato Rossetti is an FP&A professional with over 30 years of experience in multinational environments. He joined Readers's Digest as a Business Unit Controller, then moved to a leading Italian energy distribution company as a division controller, then joined Ubisoft Distribution as FP&A and was responsible for Italy for Planning and Controlling. Currently, as a consultant, he helps companies optimise processes and strategies in the FP&A field. He holds in-company courses in Planning and Control, Supply Chain and Forecasting.
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