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Myers Squibb not allow room for all voices , we will always be lagging behind , and we will never advance at the pace that we need to keep up with the world . Thus , companies like BMS are leaning into this ‘ speak up ’ culture because they have to in order to stay cutting edge , otherwise , they will always fall behind ,” she explains .
Investing for the future
As the interview draws to a close , Imara brings our attention to the various tools BMS leverages to predict outcomes . “ Ten years ago , most companies relied on standard ERP models to capture supply chain transactions , especially with the introduction of serialization , which enabled track and trace . However , with the emergence of artificial intelligence , machine learning , and digital twin optimization , we can now use predictive analytics to not only predict future trends , but also to prescribe actions . To achieve this , we are upgrading our systems to offer advanced analytics , optimization , and predictive intelligence , and integrating our data architecture to allow us to work seamlessly with it . By using predictive
intelligence for decision-making , we create more efficient processes and eliminate unnecessary manual work . Through investing in our people , we create increased data expertise and a data citizenship like culture ; we are preparing for the future for whatever comes next ,” she concludes . ■
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