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How manufacturers release the working capital trapped in their inbound. Field notes, proof, and the thinking behind clarity from complexity.
Success stories
Supply Chain
€2.4M in working capital identified in 8 weeks
A large industrial manufacturer was financing a buffer it could not fully justify, held against ocean lanes it could not see clearly. Within eight weeks, Holocene identified €2.4M of working capital that could be safely released, proven against what actually arrived. The cost of carrying that capital was approximately €270,000 a year.
News & Events
15.06.2026
Holocene Launches Meridian Decision Intelligence System for Supply Chain Working Capital Optimization
New system turns visibility into intelligence, helping manufacturers unlock new possibilities for working capital optimization and competitive advantage

April 24, 2026
Holocene Granted European Patent for International Shipping Innovation
The grant reinforces Holocene’s continued investment in original technology designed to improve the reliability of cross-border shipping and supply chain execution.

New Talent at Holocene
We’re excited to welcome new team members to Holocene as we continue to scale our AI-powered Supply Chain Orchestration platform.

Conference
May 18-20
Barcelona, Spain
Gartner Supply Chain Symposium | Xpo

News
February 5, 2026
How Supply Chain Orchestration Delivers Outcomes Businesses Need To Succeed
Supply chain management was once a function buried deep in the back office and overseen by the IT department.
Blog
How to Release the Working Capital Trapped in Your Inbound Supply Chain
The buffer you hold against unreliable arrival dates is working capital you are financing. Reconstruct real arrival dates from the supplier emails you already receive, hold less safely, and release the cash. Operational, not financing.

Visibility That Thinks
Today we are launching Meridian, the Working Capital Advisor inside Epoch. It is the first supply chain intelligence that not only shows where goods are, but understands what they are worth, recommends what to do next and backs every recommendation with traceable mathematics.

Your Buyer Is Already Living the Case Study
A planner opens their inbox to 73 exception alerts. Three suppliers shifted delivery dates overnight. Two shipments show delivered but never arrived.

Closing the Gap from Supply Chain Awareness to Decisive Action
Over the past decade, the industry invested heavily in tools that promised transparency across complex, multi-tier networks. Those investments paid off.

Cost Optimisation
Avoid Stockouts and Overstock with Smarter Raw Material Inventory Controls
Avoid costly stockouts and overstocks with smarter raw material inventory controls that improve planning, reduce waste, and boost efficiency.
Supply Chain
Why Proactive Planning Beats Reactive Firefighting in Manufacturing
Proactive planning and supply chain orchestration help manufacturers avoid disruptions, reduce costs, and stay ahead of demand surprises.
Supply Chain
How to Assess the ROI of Supply Chain Visibility Investments
Learn how to assess ROI for supply chain visibility investments, optimize returns, and make smarter, data-driven decisions for long-term success.
Supply Chain
How to Measure Supply Chain Performance with Visibility Metrics
Optimize supply chain performance with visibility metrics. Discover how real-time tracking and predictive insights drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Logistics
How to eliminate your Detention & Demurrage hidden costs?
Detention & Demurrage fees are hidden costs, hence, a challenge for importers and exporters. Learn how to eliminate them.
Supply Chain
How Proactive Supplier Management Reduces Costs During Inflation
Proactive supplier management helps cut costs and manage risks during inflation. Learn 8 innovative strategies for supply chain cost optimization.
Cost Optimisation
Why Raw Material Inventory Is the Backbone of Resilient Manufacturing
Learn why raw material inventory is key to resilient manufacturing and how better execution helps avoid shortages and excess.