Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2024

-based carrier’s role in Mexico as nearshoring manufacturing trends drive more cross-border trade. Global supply chains are shifting, Mexico’s role in global trade is growing, and Mexican small and medium enterprises and manufacturing sectors are looking for reliable access to the U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 226

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Rail Software Long Beach 226

Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2017

When many people hear the word blockchain, they immediately think about bitcoin and crypto-currencies, conjuring up images of hackers and black markets. Acquire the source materials: add a block. And so on, from source to end-customer receipt. Always Available: A Shared, Distributed “Source of Truth”.

Manufacturing Procurement 75

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 75

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

As more and more governments get installed to regulate their currencies, strategic interests in Bitcoin may be the answer to avoiding meddling in financial markets. It is worthwhile for these central players to investigate how crypto-currencies can help them manage specific national interests in global financial policymaking.

Security 54

Security Currency Supply Chain Planning Software China 54

QAD

OCTOBER 11, 2022

With this release, QAD strengthens our cloud ERP offering to deliver new adaptive manufacturing and supply chain capabilities, increase user productivity and boost the ability to make informed and intelligent decisions. Digital Manufacturing. QAD Adaptive ERP 2022.1 Highlights. Enhancements include: Effective Enterprise Management.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Procurement Analytics 98

The Network Effect

JULY 18, 2014

A few years ago, a news report came out of China stating that they were going to put an end to pegging the renminbi (China’s domestic currency) against the U.S. This was a long awaited announcement that completely shocked the global currency markets sparking massive trades out of the U.S. dollar into Asian currencies.

Supply and Demand 175

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Currency Supply Chain 175

Clear Spider

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This has forced many manufacturers to reevaluate their sourcing and pricing strategies. Currency Fluctuations: As inflation varies by region, currency fluctuations further complicate international trade. Instead of relying on a single supplier, it’s best to secure a mix of local and international sources.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Purchasing Skills 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 26, 2022

What if there was a decentralized digital currency like Bitcoin, which could help textile workers to earn money from home? 1st July 2017, around 16 million users worldwide were using Bitcoin as their primary digital currency. Many people in different countries mainly focus on high-quality clothes and pay more money for such products.

Industrial 80

Industrial Industry Currency Manufacturing Procurement 80

QAD

APRIL 5, 2022

With this release, QAD has strengthened our cloud ERP offering by delivering new adaptive manufacturing and supply chain capabilities to better address tomorrow’s challenges and rapidly respond to disruption in the marketplace. Digital Manufacturing. QAD Adaptive ERP 2022 Highlights. Integrated Supplier Management.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills 98

SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

As a procurement officer, you’ve possibly been in the crosshairs of debate between sourcing locally and regionally versus from low-cost countries endorsed by many executive staff and boards of directors. Every time I was requested to have a target percentage of our purchases from low-cost countries I felt a pit in my stomach.

Purchasing Skills 98

Purchasing Skills Price Reduction Modeling Manufacturing Procurement 98

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 3, 2024

However, the lessons garnered during the pandemic will likely drive inventory management toward less of a dependency on global-wide sourcing and more toward product postponement sourcing and customer fulfillment strategies. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Activity Levels- Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

Predictive Analytics Software Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Strategy 59

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 10, 2023

July is typically a month in which Chinese suppliers and manufacturers have ramped up production levels to support global-wide back-to-school and other holiday related demand for products that peak in the November and December surge period. reflects broader weakness in the entire chain of global manufacturing.”

China 52

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QAD

OCTOBER 5, 2021

As organizations seek to boost business responsiveness and flexibility to address disruption, this latest release progresses our customers’ ability to advance the business intelligence, innovation and business agility required by today’s manufacturers. Digital Manufacturing. QAD Adaptive ERP 2021.1 Highlights.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 98

20Cube Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2022

However, despite becoming the latest epicenter for sourcing and manufacturing activities, economic growth in certain countries is expected to slow down this year due to various reasons. This is a direct result of the overstocking/stockpiling that happened in Asian manufacturing and retailing sectors. Political Impacts.

Manufacturing Procurement 83

Manufacturing Procurement Asia Currency Policies 83

Elementum

AUGUST 2, 2022

The direct impact of this phenomenon is weakened purchasing power of other currencies relative to the Dollar. Selling products in US markets for USD, and then converting back to local currencies, will be a win- win proposition for those who can do it. For one salient example, at the beginning of 2022, the Euro was worth $1.13.

Sri Lanka 78

Sri Lanka Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Procurement Analytics 78

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 24, 2021

For getting the final product from its original source to the customer, there is an involvement of different persons, resources, and activities to ensure that the link does not break down and companies are able to fulfill their contractual obligations timely. Inflation and currency depreciation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning 97

Logility

AUGUST 23, 2021

To ensure long-term growth and protect customer loyalty, businesses need to strive for the automation of supply chain planning – from anticipating emerging demand and optimizing manufacturing capacity to adjusting inventory allocations, minimizing costs, and increasing efficiency when required. Minimizing Manufacturing Changeovers.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software 130

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 6, 2022

It’s time to re-think how our products are manufactured and distributed. “We were able to do this because we are a manufacturer of most of our products and this allowed us to bring in products at competitive pricing and quantities. We have essentially built out a supplier development team whose only goal is to source suppliers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 290

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 290

DynaSys

JANUARY 20, 2021

Finally, be mindful of the currency expected for your receivables and payables. Regional supply chain disruptions can add another worry when payment is expected or receivables need to be covered in a foreign currency – a currency that can dramatically shift in value as the contract is being fulfilled.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Outsourcing Sourcing! Machine learning and advanced algorithms reduce the need for regional experts, and instead, collect data from a multitude of sources in order to produce warnings about potential risks. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 5 Lessons from Around the Globe! Foreign Fees.

Supply Chain Planning Software 92

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Elementum

AUGUST 1, 2022

Manufacturing and Logistics Many production and logistical units already work at their maximum capacity, and factories, ports, logistics and production are all expensive. Inflation is an economic condition in which you pay more for the same product without additional value due to currency devaluation.

Supply Chain Strategy 78

Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply and Demand 78

Kinaxis

JULY 21, 2017

Competition is using pricing or niche assortments as a means to compete with branded manufacturers. Amidst lessening brand loyalties, CPG brand manufacturers are being forced to become more cost competitive. These cross regional flows and increased sourcing options add to supply complexity.

Packaging 111

Packaging Trends Price Reduction Modeling 111

QAD

AUGUST 3, 2022

ERP systems have the ability to transform manufacturing companies, optimize operations, increase productivity, cut costs and help businesses remain competitive. It’s a type of software or system businesses use to plan and manage their daily activities, like their supply chain, manufacturing, services, financials and other operations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software Optimization Software 52

Logility

AUGUST 14, 2020

Better forecasting implementations relate to: Preparing data for analysis; Measuring data currency, coverage and accuracy; Understanding how order fulfilment impacts your forecasts; and. By manufacturer or brand. For example, a category manager wants to track products before and after a promotion, by region and manufacturer.

Forecasting 147

Forecasting Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Modeling 147

EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

At its most basic, the following is a solid explanation of how the supply chain works: Source raw materials or goods from suppliers. Manufacture or refine these goods into basic components. It fits best under line item number one because you would be tracking your spend as you are sourcing your goods. Data aggregation.

Analysis 52

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QAD

JUNE 11, 2020

Manufacturing in South Africa. In addition, automobile assembly, metalworking, machinery, textiles, iron and steel mills, chemicals, fertilizer and food are important manufacturing sectors for the country. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing in South Africa. Commercial ship repair is also significant. About 4.6%

South Africa 136

South Africa Africa Saudi Arabia Manufacturing Procurement 136

QAD

JUNE 11, 2020

Manufacturing in South Africa. In addition, automobile assembly, metalworking, machinery, textiles, iron and steel mills, chemicals, fertilizer and food are important manufacturing sectors for the country. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing in South Africa. Commercial ship repair is also significant. About 4.6%

South Africa 136

South Africa Africa Saudi Arabia Manufacturing Procurement 136

Jaggaer

JULY 23, 2019

More than virtually any other sector, sourcing and supplier management in the fashion industry have been exposed to intense scrutiny in recent years, while the functions have become of increasingly strategic importance to business success. But the word “quality” has taken on new dimensions, posing further challenges.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Negotiate Pricing Optimal Sourcing 40

Supply Chain Action Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

However, orchestrating the value network where goods, information and currency pulse freely , fast, and securely between facilities, organizations, and even consumers, following the path of least resistance (aka the digital supply chain ), may prove to be even more complex than driving a vehicle.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Gravity Supply Chain

JANUARY 19, 2023

As suggested by experts, the very first step in identifying these barriers is to understand the various components of the supply chain, which includes understanding the roles of suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and customers. Labor Shortage The labor shortage has become a major barrier to efficient supply chain management.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Purchasing Skills 52

Unleashed

MARCH 3, 2020

One of our New Zealand metalwork manufacturers who relies on overseas suppliers for their materials has seen huge supply shortages this month. Check whether it’s possible to source these products from alternate suppliers — potentially from different countries — who are not affected by the issue.

Supply Chain Planning Software 105

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Professionals in this field often find themselves venturing into manufacturing, IT, technology, ERP systems, and even commercial roles. These include: Capacity Planning: Ensuring timely availability of resources, such as manufacturing capacity and distribution center capacity, to meet logistics and supply chain needs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 98

NC State SCRC

APRIL 3, 2019

The type of contract of interest in this report is for Development and Manufacture contracts in the Aerospace and Defense industries. The subcontract efforts feature the majority of military and part of commercial aviation, systems are outsourced by the overall airframe manufacturer, known as “primes” (Boeing, Airbus, Sikorski, etc.)

Aerospace 40

Aerospace Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing 40

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2014

While omnichannel retailing is in the spotlight these days, lurking in the shadows is another big challenge and opportunity many retailers (and manufacturers looking to sell direct to consumers) have been struggling with for years: cross-border e-commerce. Source: Pitney Bowes (click to enlarge). Source: Amazon.com (click to enlarge).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 155

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QAD

MARCH 30, 2021

This latest release further enhances our Cloud ERP capabilities and our customers’ ability to boost business intelligence, innovation and business agility required by today’s manufacturers. Digital Manufacturing. QAD Adaptive ERP 2021 Highlights. Usability and efficiency have been enhanced with a complete uplift to the Adaptive UX.

Manufacturing Procurement 96

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software 96

Unleashed

AUGUST 15, 2024

Top 5 alternatives to Zoho inventory: Unleashed: Best for manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution. Plans from $359 per month for three users Manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution companies. Every plan also includes unlimited warehouses and currencies, free access to the mobile sales App, and API access with 125,000 calls.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction 52

NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

For example, one woman was trading foreign currencies, and took a strong position on Eurodollar. She lost $10M – and the next week Mars made her the head of trading for foreign currencies! We talked about the sugar market, the currency market, and traded ideas about how to do hedging and trading. It is appropriate that it do so.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 52

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 6, 2023

The value of the US Dollar consistently increasing during 2022 against other global currencies, providing added headwinds to counties and businesses globally in the form of added inflationary cost pressures. Global manufacturing activity as depicted by the J. Business Sentiment. a 30-month low. Prediction Implications.

Predictive Analytics Software 98

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98