The Supply Chainer Report

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Manage Excess Inventory is the panacea for every Supply Chain professional. Acording to McKinsey Global Survey of challenges ahead for supply chain; Reducing Operating costs and Inventory levels , are the main goals for Supply Chain Top Management. For instance, Pharmaceutical industry is specially sensitive to suffer overstock. Despite using leading-edge technology -the increasing number of complexities and the exponential growth of demand – makes Inventory control one of the top prioriti

Material Savings 40

Material Savings Forecasting Procurement Analytics Inventory Reduction 40

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

As 2019 comes to an end, Brexit remains in the news, with the deadline pushed out once again to January 31, 2020. It’s been a roller coaster ride the past three years, but one thing has remained the same: supply chain leaders have had to deal with the ongoing risks and uncertainties caused by Brexit. Read more Preparing for Brexit: What Supply Chain Leaders Need to Know.

Supply Chain 132

Supply Chain Supply and Demand Logistics Global 132

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Logistics and supply chain businesses have never been in so much need for change and upgrade, as they are now, and this is only because of the growth of e-commerce and other digital delivery businesses. Online delivery apps and online shopping apps provide things from a safety pin to heavy machinery, from ice-cream to home.read More. The post Technology Must-Haves For Logistics and Supply Chain Businesses in 2020 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

Supply Chain Software 151

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Logistics 151

EMERGE App

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Introduction. A disorganized warehouse doesn’t just look bad to the eyes instead, it becomes more of a liability to an organization. The warehouse is the central hub from which any trading and distribution business deliver goods, so it’s essential to deal with warehouse inefficiencies. However, increasing warehouse’s efficiency is much easier with the advancement in technology and movements such as globalization.

Warehousing 61

Warehousing Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 61

Advertisement

The Supplier Relationship Management Playbook is your guide to building effective supplier partnerships that drive supply chain excellence. This playbook equips supply chain professionals with strategies for managing compliance, tracking performance, and fostering collaboration to reduce supply chain risks. Inside, you’ll find: Strategies for Compliance: Best practices to help meet regulatory standards.

Supply Chain Strategy

FLEXE

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

How to cut costs, shorten delivery times, and increase customer satisfaction with an optimized supply chain

Cost Reduction Strategies 34

Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Optimization Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 34

Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Intelligent supply chains can track, trace and authenticate everything from coffee beans to catheters.

Supply Chain Software 280

Supply Chain Software Sustainability Supply Chain Supply and Demand 280

ShipBob

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

If you play your cards right, your business’ digital marketing strategy can help ensure a successful holiday shopping season this year. Putting in a little bit of work now can result in more sales over the coming months than you ever could have expected. . Consider the topics covered in this article when you start devising your holiday game plan. The holiday season is a goldmine for ecommerce shops.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Procurement Analytics Cost Reduction Strategies How To 40

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The Workforce Institute at Kronos Incorporated has announced the final segment of a global study examining the attitudes of Generation Z1– teenagers and early 20-somethings – in the workplace to reveal how employers worldwide can most effectively attract, develop, motivate, and retain talent within the next next-generation workforce.

Study 40

Study How To Global 40

PINC

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

There are over 100,000 warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing plants in the U.S. alone. With nearly 4 million retail stores and eCommerce websites to support, their supply chain and logistics processes must be as efficient as possible. 5.5 million trailers make 500 million shipments (facility to facility or facility to store) every single year all over the country.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 130

Advertisement

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

Optimal Sourcing

River Logic

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Network Optimization 130

Network Optimization Supply Chain Optimization Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Design 130

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Will a Chinese company become your biggest competitor by 2025? This fall ToolsGroup was pleased to attend our Nordic partner Optilon’s annual Supply Chain Conference. Danish journalist Christina Boutrup’s keynote presentation provided a fascinating look into Chinese business and technology culture. This article summarizing Christina’s talk was published in Intelligent Logistik magazine by Klara Eriksson.

Resource Reduction 240

Resource Reduction Resources Company Supply Chain Planning Software 240

ivalua

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Doug Keeley, Product Marketing Manager, Ivalua. If you have ever read an article about Procurement best practices, you know that a very small minority of teams are categorized as leaders and an equally small minority are considered laggards. That leaves the vast majority of companies and teams in the middle – and each one of them is working hard every day to be as good as they can given their current priorities, challenges and resources.

Negotiating Skills 113

Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Sourcing 113

AIMMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Supply chain software is changing. So should the purchasing process. . As someone who has worked in supply chain for over 20 years, I’m very familiar with Requests For Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). It’s been the way to conduct a competitive tender since I can remember. RFIs tend to work well for certain industries (like government) or for purchasing equipment and industrial assets, bu t t hey often fall short in helping supply chain teams select a new software vendo

Procurement Solutions 252

Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Software 252

Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

Optimal Sourcing

The Network Effect

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

The post Leveraging a Multi-Party Network Platform for Supply Chain Apps appeared first on The Network Effect.

Supply Chain Network Software 197

Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Supply and Demand 197

Logility

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Many companies have high hopes when they set out to establish a Lean operating environment. But if your efforts fail to yield expected results, it can be difficult to pinpoint where the problems lie. A growing body of knowledge and experience indicates that advanced Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) may be the key ingredient for Lean success.

S&OP 113

S&OP Supply and Demand Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean 113

Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

by Sarah Harkins. When your supply chain isn’t functioning, the signs are clear: missed opportunities, customer complaints, unexplained errors and overstretched planners. Diagnosis is easy, but change is hard. We’ve all heard stories about the company that spent thousands of dollars and years of work on transformation only to make negligible gains. These stories have created fear and persuaded many companies to stick with outdated solutions long after they’ve outlived their utility.

Gartner 158

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Boston Supply Chain Software 158

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Control Tower and Center of Excellence (CoE) are two terms mentioned repeatedly as companies try to gain better visibility, control, and performance from supply chains that are becoming more dynamic and complex every day. But what do these terms mean and how do they relate to each other? What defines a successful Center of Excellence? Read more The Evolution from Control Tower to Center of Excellence.

Supply Chain 110

Supply Chain Logistics Company Supply and Demand 110

Advertisement

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.

How To

C3 Solutions

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Successful dock scheduling can generate significant results in the supply chain. Shippers realize faster, better management of the dock and savings on logistics costs can be redirected into reinvestment in the company or lowering product price points. Successful dock scheduling creates the ultimate win-win for customers and businesses alike. Of course, shippers should understand what is not working with dock scheduling practices today and how dock scheduling software can generate strong returns

Supply Chain Software 89

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Course Software 89

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Today’s warehouse managers need better inventory management strategies. Shareholders want to increase profitability. Customers wish for better customer service. Amazon wants to take over the world. This is nothing new, but as the world has evolved, the ability to improve inventory management has evolved in stride. Supply chain leaders should follow these key strategies for.read More.

Inventory Management Software 223

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Inventory 223

Kuebix

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Supply chains are getting leaner, faster and more efficient every year. In order to keep up with rising customer expectations, increasingly complicated shipping processes and growing business, many shippers are turning to ERP integrations to give them a leg up on the competition. Integrating a transportation management system (TMS) like Kuebix TMS with an ERP […].

Transportation Management 176

Transportation Management Supply Chain Optimization Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies 176

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Next Thursday is Thanksgiving, which as I pointed out last year, is a time for FFFTT – family, friends, football, thankfulness, and turkey. Thanksgiving is also a time for logistics headaches. The holiday is centered around the big family meal, and the food supply chain tied to that meal is complex. But there are a number of other areas that can result in logistics headaches as well.

Logistics 176

Logistics Turkey Food Supply Chain Planning 176

Advertisement

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

by Polly Mitchell Guthrie Today I sat through a full day of talks at the International Institute of Forecasters Foresight Practitioner Conference , which was focused on the topic of “Artificial Intelligence —The Hype and the Promise for Forecasting and Planning.” There was lots of skepticism (and humor) about the hype, along with some use cases of promising results.

Forecasting 240

Forecasting Forecasting Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 240

AIMMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Supply chain software is changing. So should the purchasing process. . As someone who has worked in supply chain for over 20 years, I’m very familiar with Requests For Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). It’s been the way to conduct a competitive tender since I can remember. RFIs tend to work well for certain industries (like government) or for purchasing equipment and industrial assets, bu t t hey often fall short in helping supply chain teams select a new software vendo

Procurement Solutions 156

Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Software 156

The Network Effect

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The post The Potential and the Pitfalls of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) appeared first on The Network Effect.

Inventory 148

Inventory Inventory Management Supply Chain Supply and Demand 148

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Keeping the workforce happy has always been a critical concern for business owners and supply chain leaders. In this context, finding and securing the right carriers forms a significant portion of managing truckload carriers. Meanwhile, above-average truckload demand, notes Inbound Logistics, will push available truckload servicers to the tipping points.

How To 175

How To Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Management Security 175

The 2024 Newcastle Systems Worker Satisfaction Survey provides insights into the life of a warehouse worker and what matters to them.

Warehousing

Kuebix

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

The world of transportation and logistics management looks completely different than it did even 50 years ago. Gone are the days of pen and paper and jotting down haphazard notes when on the telephone with a carrier booking freight. Now, technology is now ruling supreme. With the advent of advanced cloud-based transportation management systems, there […].

Predictive Analytics 163

Predictive Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Analytics Software Analytics 163

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

I recently wrapped up my Supply Chain Collaborative Networks (SCCN)market study which looks at the total size of the market, the forecasted growth through 2023, and the leading suppliers across a number of categories including industry, region, and customer size. The study includes a holistic view of the SCCN outlook. Supply Chain Collaboration Networks are a collaborative solution for supply chain processes.

Supply Chain Design 159

Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Forecasting Study 159

Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

by Justin King Editor’s Note: The original version of this article appeared in the eBook, Thinking Differently About Supply Chain Planning: The Case for Concurrency. Pause for a moment to think about what the world’s supply chains are tasked with on a daily basis and how much they achieve. It’s staggering. Now factor in the platforms, processes, and procedures upon which many of the world’s critical supply chains are built and it quickly becomes clear that the day will come that they can no long

Supply Chain Planning Software 214

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning 214