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Holimization: Why Optimization Is Not Enough

Dec 12, 2025

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Holimization: Why Optimization Is Not Enough

Holimization: Why Optimization Is Not Enough

Joannes Vermorel introduces Holimization: why classical optimization fails in messy supply chains, and how reframing objectives, data and constraints turns failures into learning.

Supply Chain Science(More posts)

Holimization: Why Optimization Is Not Enough

Joannes Vermorel introduces Holimization: why classical optimization fails in messy supply chains, and how reframing objectives, data and constraints turns failures into learning.

Technology(More posts)

Unpacking Agentic AI

Social media might be buzzing about agentic AI, but Joannes Vermorel is more skeptical. Read more to learn how to separate cold reality from manic AI hype.

Industry deep dive(More posts)

Pitfalls of supply chain for aeronautics

Aeronautics companies are fundamentally risk adverse – for very good reasons – and this reflects in the management of the companies’ activity in every area. However, this mentality can be a hindrance when it comes to supply chain, as avoiding risk and not integrating the very concept of risk at the heart of the supply chain means losing sight of what you are optimizing.

Lokad News(More posts)

Supply Chain Flashcards by Lokad

Lokad is delighted to announce the official release of Supply Chain Flashcards. This (limited) first edition series should liven up your next team meeting.