USE OF DATA
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However , despite such advantages , many veterans with up to 30 years ’ experience in the warehouse were initially reluctant to engage with such a technological shift .
“ Our warehouse used to be alphabetical order , so employees had memorized where books went , for example . Now , we organize the warehouse based on demand . Like items are stored together to both managing counterfeits and meet our customers need for us to box similar books tog- ether . It was a tough transition , but most minor stuff has been nailed down .”
USE OF DATA
With extensive experience within inventory management , wholesale , sourcing and buying patterns , Director of Analytics , Nichole Nobbman has been leading NBC ’ s data science team for the past six months in order to develop the company ’ s strengths in predicting new trends and demands .
Predicting future demand and supply
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Nichole Nobbman Director of Data Analytics , Nebraska Book Company www . supplychaindigital . com