What are the top supply chain metrics used by executives?

OTIF leads at 54%, followed by On-Time Delivery and Days of Inventory on Hand at 46% each. Cost metrics like freight per unit trail close.

How often should you update supply chain KPIs?

Over half of pros do it monthly; stick to that to stay agile in volatility. Quarterly's too slow.

They predict disruptions, align with finances, and build resilience—unlike rearview ones that just report the past.

🚚 Logistics & Freight

Ever wonder why your supply chain feels perpetually one disruption away from chaos? Blame the metrics—most still obsess over what happened yesterday.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 3 min read

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