siliconindia | | June 201419emerging technologies.Over the last 18 years, through Bristlecone's focus in supply chain, procurement, data & analytics and product engineering, we have built intellectual property, talent and process capability that clearly differentiate us from our competitors. We leverage our strategic partnership with leading service providers to earn hands-on experience on all phases of a product's lifecycle. This, coupled with our experience across various verticals, helps us advise our customers to navigate these changing times and gain a competitive advantage.6. Which are the business domains that Bristlecone focuses on?Irfan - Bristlecone has been advising businesses on how to maximize efficiency and increase throughput while keeping the costs low. We power the supply chain of companies in sectors like Manufacturing (High Tech, Auto and Process), Consumer Electronics, Semiconductors, Storage, Automotive, Consumer Packaged Goods, Chemical, Life Sciences, Oil & Gas and Pharmaceuticals. For instance, in the Semiconduc-tor vertical, we have pre-configured ERP solutions for the industry, ena-bling smooth and fast implementa-tions. Semiconductor giants like In-ternational Rectifier, PMC Sierra, and Novellus hold us in high regard. We have preconfigured supply chain solutions for the consumer and retail industry that enhances deployment. Supply chain problems and best prac-tices are unique to each industry and Bristlecone's industrial expertise is well recognized by all. Our services portfolio includes:· Integrated Supply Chain: This helps to efficiently plan, execute, collaborate and measure the perfor-mance of supply chains, and improve operational efficiency based on the existing market conditions.· Sourcing and Procurement: Clients get a better visibility of their global spending patterns and we help reduce cost by increasing saving opportunities in procurement. · Information Management: Our Data Advisory Services offer consulting, management, governance, reporting and transformation services for data.· Technology and Integration: Includes product-engineering servic-es, mobility solutions, and data ware-housing and testing.· Application Managed Services: Covers maintenance and support of enterprise systems to ensure business continuity. 7. What gives Bristlecone an edge in the industry?Irfan ­ Bristlecone has been in the supply chain consulting field for over a decade and this specialization is our key differentiator. We work closely with leading SCM solution providers, and have over 250 engagements across multiple industry verticals. Here are some of the factors that differentiate us: · Proven global engagement delivery model with an optimal blend of professionals having deep industry, process and supply chain technical expertise· Proven and unique implementation accelerators developed based on past experience that deliver high quality accelerated implementations· Proven expertise in the supply chain and procurement space· 100 percent of our workforce are full-time employees· More than 50 procurement solu-tion implementations across the globe since 2003 and $200 billion spend pro-cessed.Gartner has ranked Bristlecone among the top supply chain system integrators in their 2012 report on Supply Chain System Integrators.8. What is the secret to your success?Irfan ­ Our four-pronged formula for success is stay true to your customer, collaborate with your partners, stay focused on your domain knowledge Supply chain problems and best practices are unique to each industry and Bristlecone's industrial expertise is well recognized by all
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