Rising raw material prices, transportation disruptions, and growing sustainability requirements all put pressure on margins. The challenge for leaders is clear: how to identify hidden cost drivers and improve profitability without compromising service levels.
This is where Oracle Enterprise Profitability and Cost Management (EPCM), combined with Asher’ expertise, becomes a game-changer.
Why Supply Chains Lose Profitability
Traditional costing methods often spread expenses evenly across products or regions, masking the true sources of inefficiency. In supply chains, this leads to blind spots such as:
- Overhead costs being disproportionately absorbed by low-margin products
- Logistics expenses hidden within aggregated P&L lines
- Inefficient use of resources in warehousing and distribution
- Underestimated costs of sustainability initiatives
Without granular visibility, leadership teams risk making decisions based on averages rather than facts.
How Oracle EPCM Unlocks Cost Transparency
Oracle EPCM goes beyond spreadsheets and standard ERP reporting by offering a traceable, activity-based view of costs and profitability. Using advanced allocation rules and integrated scenario modeling:
- Costs can be traced from suppliers through production to final delivery
- Logistics and warehousing inefficiencies can be identified with precision
- Scenario modeling allows supply chain leaders to simulate the impact of shifting freight modes, renegotiating supplier contracts, or optimizing regional hubs
The result is actionable insight into where costs originate and how they can be reduced without undermining performance.
Asher: From Insight to Action
At Asher , we don’t just implement Oracle EPCM – we help organizations translate insights into measurable supply chain improvements. Our consultants specialize in:
- Designing cost models tailored to complex supply chains
- Embedding EPCM into existing EPM frameworks for holistic decision-making
- Guiding change management so that insights lead to action, not just reports
By combining Oracle’s advanced profitability analytics with our deep expertise in cost management, we enable companies to reduce waste, renegotiate contracts more effectively, and redirect resources toward profitable growth.
The Risk of Inaction
Ignoring hidden costs in your supply chain can lead to eroded margins, mispriced products, and missed opportunities for efficiency gains. In a world where competitors are increasingly data-driven, waiting too long risks falling behind.
Take the Next Step
To explore how Oracle EPCM and Asher Nordics can help uncover cost reduction opportunities in your supply chain.
