Digital Supply Chain Transformation With General Mills’ CSCO
Apr 9, 2024
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Chief Supply Chain Officer at General Mills, Paul Gallagher, discusses digital supply chain transformation, technology solutions, human aspects like DEI and employee skill growth, and recommendations for supply chain leaders. They explore the complexity of General Mills' supply chain and opportunities for growth in resilience and cost optimization.
Leveraging digital technologies for supply chain optimization and efficiency.
Prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives for a strong corporate culture.
Deep dives
Digitizing the Supply Chain at General Mills
General Mills, a renowned food and beverage company, has implemented digital initiatives in its supply chain to achieve scalability and consistency. By leveraging technologies like Mills chat and real-time analytics, the company has seen increased efficiency, resilience, and reduced carbon footprint. For instance, they use enhanced data sets for cost optimization and real-time analytics for waste reduction, achieving over 30% improvement.
Business Performance Management and Data Integration
General Mills emphasizes the importance of effective business performance management in maximizing the benefits of digital supply chain transformation. Their connected operating data pod (CODPOD) platform facilitates transparency, efficiency, and decision-making across the supply chain. The platform integrates master, operational, and transactional data, enabling informed actions and tracking of performance at multiple levels, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at General Mills
In addition to technology-driven transformation, General Mills prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to create a culture of belonging and empowerment. Through programs like career support, community engagement, and mentorship circles, the company promotes a diverse workforce and continuous growth opportunities. Their intentional focus on gender equality and allyship has led to low attrition rates and a workforce that is driven by inclusivity and collaboration.
The digital elements driving General Mills’ supply chain transformation (2:39)
General Mills’ technology solutions that link master, operational and transactional data (7:28)
Human aspects of General Mills’ transformation: DEI, and initiatives to grow employee skill sets and community (13:47)
Recommendations for supply chain leaders driving their own supply chain transformation (16:52)
Host Thomas O’Connor and General Mills Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) Paul Gallagher discuss the digital, functional and human elements of General Mills’ supply chain transformation. They explore the areas in which the complexity of General Mills’ supply chain breeds opportunity for growth in resilience, cost optimization and more. Thomas and Paul close the show with recommendations for supply chain leaders driving their own transformation initiatives.
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