Supply Chain & Operations

Supply Chain & Operations

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Expertise

Optimize your operations and supply chain, deliver transformational results

In response to emerging global trends, trade and tariff policies, increased demand for visibility, and speed-to-market pressures, the most successful organizations optimize their operations and supply chains to fuel sustainable growth. We’ll help your organization mitigate risk, explore options, and build a flexible and responsive supply chain tailored to the distinct needs of your business. Whether you need to quickly respond and react to global complexities or customer and product demands, our experts help you align your operations with your strategic business goals.

Our professionals have experience across many industries and understand the inherent risks you face, resulting in customized solutions to help you succeed. We ask the right questions, identify opportunities, and develop and implement sustainable solutions — all to drive high growth and boost profitability. We’ll help you manage change and achieve transformational results.

Solutions

Our holistic approach helps companies improve operational and supply chain strategy, processes, and infrastructure to target high-impact improvements faster.

Supply chain and operations strategy

Develop and execute supply chain strategies that improve agility, performance, and growth.

Planning and forecasting

Improve forecast accuracy and align supply, demand, capacity, and inventory planning.

Sourcing and supplier management

Strengthen sourcing strategies, reduce costs, and increase supplier performance and resilience.

Supplier relations analytics

Analyze supplier performance data to strengthen relationships and results.
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Tariff strategy and advisory

Align supply chain decisions with changing trade policies while reducing tariff impacts.
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Distribution and logistics management

Optimize transportation, warehousing, and network design to enhance service and lower costs.

Manufacturing operations

Increase productivity, optimize operations, and drive profitable growth.
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Business process improvement

Eliminate waste and create efficiency through Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.

Project and program management

Deliver complex initiatives with effective governance, communication, and oversight.

Upcoming Events & Webinars

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Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026

The U.S. expansion playbook: Helping international clients navigate entry into the U.S. market

Join Plante Moran and the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA) for a virtual session exploring the key considerations international companies should evaluate before establishing a U.S. presence.
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Stay competitive amid tariffs, global trade, and economic policy changes emerging from the White House — view our Perspective on global trade policy insights page for the latest updates.
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Insights

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Inventory optimization: Assess, plan, deliver

Article / 3 min read
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When facility consolidation is the right move in medical device manufacturing

Article / 9 min read
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Turning operational technology into a strategic advantage

Article / 8 min read
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Why early restructuring gives automotive suppliers more options

Article / 8 min read
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IEEPA tariff refunds: Are you leaving money on the table?

Blog / 7 min read
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Tariff update: New trade developments affecting importers

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Strategies to accelerate value creation during extended private equity holds

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December 16, 2024

Value creation: The upside of extended holding periods

Macroeconomic factors are changing the private equity landscape. Here’s how to turn potential risk into an opportunity to drive more value.
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July 16, 2025

Value creation: Revenue growth strategies for private equity portfolios

As private equity firms face extended investment horizons on portfolio companies, many are creating value through top-line revenue growth. Learn how to maximize the revenue potential in your portfolio.
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October 10, 2025

Value creation: Driving PE value through procurement and inventory optimization

In today’s private equity environment, operational excellence isn’t optional — it’s an essential value driver. Find out how our expert approach to procurement and inventory management delivers measurable value and accelerates exits.
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Case Studies

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March 04, 2026

ARaymond unlocks major tax savings and operational excellence

For nearly 30 years, we’ve helped ARaymond navigate global expansion, streamline operations, unlock tax savings, and strengthen organizational decision-making, evolving from a service provider into a trusted advisor across tax, international, and operational needs.
Case Study / 4 min read
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August 08, 2023

Cost reduction via integrated supply chain

Integrated supply chain leads to 30 percent reduction in costs for medical device supplier.
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August 08, 2023

Cost reduction solutions for global organization

A $4B publically traded medical device supplier reduces costs by over five percent.
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Client Experience

We speak your language

Our clients frequently tell us they appreciate our human side. We won’t hesitate to roll up our sleeves and entrench ourselves in your organization. And we won’t talk over you. At Plante Moran, we partner with you to understand your unique issues and provide pragmatic, yet sustainable, solutions to solve increasingly difficult day-to-day challenges and complex issues. We combine this approach with upfront planning and regular communications to avoid any unwanted surprises.

This approach is the cornerstone of our supply chain and operations team. Kim Doyle, supply chain and operations practice leader, explains, “Our team members don’t use ‘consultant speak.’ There are no barriers to connecting with our clients on a practical level, which allows us to quickly identify the root of their problems and develop a solution for a dynamic supply chain that positions them for success.”

Michael Stornant
SVP & CFO, Wolverine Worldwide, Inc.

As our company was undergoing significant transformation, our team was challenged to manage change and balance work load. We were able to bring Plante Moran in to work side-by-side with us. They operated as part of OUR team and not as outside consultants. I was impressed with the level of engagement and how they were able to learn about our people and processes. This allowed us to make smart decisions regarding how and where to improve - and it created a better level of accountability regarding the desired improvements and outcomes. The PM team also created trust and credibility within the project team, which enhanced their effectiveness. I would strongly recommend Plante Moran and will partner with them in the future.

Our Team

MEET OUR TEAM
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