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Supply Chain Design and Planning

Supply Chain Design and Planning

Sustainable structures for dynamic markets

Markets are changing – rapidly, globally, and in an interconnected way. Solutions instead of products, agile networks instead of rigid chains. But many companies are still struggling with outdated structures and a lack of adaptability.

We bring movement to your supply chain: Together, we develop a clear target vision that serves as a strategic compass for planning, control, and further development. Whether it's location decisions, network design, or future scenarios – we create structures that grow, think, and change with you. With a customized KPI system, we make your supply chain measurable, controllable – and a real competitive advantage. The result: a supply chain that responds flexibly, cushions risks, and combines efficiency with innovative strength.

Our Consulting Services in Supply Chain Design and Planning

Supply Chain Strategy

Strategic planning for a flexible and efficient network

Your challenges:

Global supply chains are under pressure: High complexity due to diverse products, markets, and suppliers makes it difficult to develop efficient structures.
A lack of transparency hinders informed decision-making. Without clear segmentation, potential remains untapped—resulting in higher costs and reduced agility.

UNITY solution approach:

Targeted network design – based on a customized target system, tailored to your strategic priorities.
Intelligent segmentation & analysis – for maximum transparency and precise alignment of each network component.
Flexible structures with a future – we design your supply network so that it can react quickly to market changes while remaining robust.

Site and Network Planning

Innovation and stability through networking and strategically placed locations

Your challenges:

High complexity in the supply chain network due to numerous variable influencing factors
Lack of transparency in material flows and cost distribution across different markets
Volatile demand and increasing requirements for flexibility in location planning and inventory management

UNITY solution approach

Agile, flexible structures that enable rapid responses to market changes
Forward-looking location planning – cost-efficient, strategically thought-out, and tailored to your business model
Intelligent inventory management and smart transport solutions for maximum efficiency
Scenario-based planning to create robust, disruption-free supply chains
Support throughout the entire selection process – from analysis and evaluation to the final decision

Supply Chain KPI System

Determining performance – data-based, consistent, in real time

Your challenges:

Lack of end-to-end transparency across processes and procedures along the supply chain
Outdated or inconsistent data sources from ERP, WMS, TMS, and other systems
Limited control due to a lack of real-time information and key performance indicators

UNITY solution approach

Development of a consistent KPI framework across all supply chain areas (plan, source, make, deliver, return)
Cross-system integration of data into a central reporting or business intelligence tool
Real-time dashboards & KPI cockpit – for maximum overview and quick responses
Support with interpretation & derivation of measures for targeted performance improvement

AI in Supply Chain

Starting the future innovatively

Your challenges:

Insufficient use of data to optimize processes
Low transparency regarding inventory, deliveries, and production status
Lack of real-time control along the end-to-end supply chain

UNITY solution approach

Identification of suitable AI use cases and support in selecting, introducing, and scaling appropriate solutions
Use of the UNITY Process Optimizer to reveal patterns and optimization potential in your processes
Strong implementation expertise thanks to the combined innovative strength of the UNITY Innovation Alliance

Supply Chain Digital Twin

Innovation takes us to the next level of optimization

Your challenges:

Bottlenecks and delivery failures slow down your supply chain.
Unpredictable risks and a lack of transparency create uncertainty.

UNITY solution approach:

With our Readiness Check, we make your value chain fit for the digital twin.
Together, we transform your business processes to seamlessly connect suppliers, products, and logistics in the digital world.
Working hand in hand with your teams, we develop customized analysis and planning solutions that revolutionize your supply chain.

Cyber Security in SCM

Create a well-thought-out cyber security strategy in SCM

Your challenges:

Introduction of new technologies and IT solutions, including their compatibility
Secure protection of your hardware and software against cyber attacks

UNITY solution approach

We evaluate your cyber security service portfolio and perform precise fit-gap analyses.
Development and implementation of customized cyber security strategies and governance structures.
Selection of secure technologies and establishment of robust IT architectures and frameworks for sustainable protection.

More consulting services for a sustainable supply chain

Supply Chain Foresight & Scenarios

Act proactively. Identify risks. Strengthen resilience.
Increasing uncertainties and operational risks are challenging your supply chain—whether due to geopolitical developments, market volatility, or disruptive trends. We make your supply chain future-proof.

Our approach: We identify relevant developments and design realistic scenarios as a basis for informed decisions; risks and opportunities become visible at an early stage, before they become a problem; we derive targeted measures for your end-to-end supply chain from the findings.
In- & Outsourcing

Increase efficiency. Secure decisions. Rethink structures.
Rising costs, scarce resources, and growing complexity make clear decisions a must. With our structured make-or-buy analysis, we lay the foundation for a high-performance and cost-effective supply chain.

Our approach: Sound make-or-buy assessment – based on costs, risks, strategic relevance, and operational feasibility; support throughout the selection and decision-making process – from evaluating potential partners to implementation; development of a ramp-up concept that ensures an efficient and smooth transition; real-time performance tracking – for full transparency and targeted control.
Supply Chain Readiness Check

Uncover potential. Sharpen focus. Shape the future.
How well prepared is your supply chain for tomorrow's challenges? With our Supply Chain Readiness Check, we analyze your entire value chain – quickly, systematically, and effectively.

Our approach: Systematic actual/target analysis to evaluate performance, stability, and agility; identification of concrete optimization potential and key areas for action; derivation of clear recommendations for action that are effective – both operationally and strategically; development of a structured implementation roadmap – pragmatic, prioritized, and feasible.
Circular Supply Chain

Thinking sustainably and circularly about value creation
Resource efficiency, material availability, and regulatory requirements make a circular supply chain a business necessity. We support you in systematically identifying and effectively utilizing circular potential along your entire value chain.
Together, we develop pragmatic concepts. From applying the 10R strategy and resource-saving processes to selecting sustainable materials and packaging solutions. This enables you to create transparency, reduce waste, and secure your long-term competitiveness in an increasingly sustainability-driven market.
CO2 Management

Creating transparency and reducing emissions
Decarbonizing the supply chain is a key lever for greater sustainability and competitiveness. We support you in recording, evaluating, and specifically reducing CO₂ emissions along your entire value chain. Together, we develop a holistic CO₂ strategy—from emissions analysis and concrete reduction measures to implementation with measurable impact.
Reverse Logistics

Return and disposal solutions
Return processes such as returns, recycling, or end-of-life management are becoming strategic success factors. We develop circular logistics concepts that fit your business model, e.g., with intelligent return and disposal solutions.
By specifically optimizing your returns processes, we increase efficiency, reduce costs, and create a sustainable and economically viable logistics structure.

Project Stories in Supply Chain Management

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For over 20 years, celver has been implementing complex planning and analysis solutions based on smart data architectures for customers from a wide range of industries and of all sizes. celver's goal: to jointly develop customized solutions that form the basis for data-supported decisions. With innovative concepts and technologies, celver provides support from specialist consulting to process definition, complete implementation and integration into the system landscape through to training, roll-out and change management.

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