The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Technology advancements and adoption are driven by better data availability and a push for better visibility, efficiency and accuracy. Centralized information eliminates data silos and strengthens information sharing through real-time communication (instead of point-to-point data transmission).

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 298

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 13, 2025

The food and beverage industry is a dynamic, ever-evolving sector in which manufacturers are continuously seeking ways to optimize production and reduce costs in the face of shifting consumer demand and preferences. Thats a tall order for food and beverage manufacturers.

Optimization Software 52

Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Beverage 52

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Given your expertise, I’d love to hear what alternatives you recommend for better demand forecasting and real-time visibility beyond what’s commonly adopted today.” I know that your primary focus is procurement. The issues are largely rooted in politics and the lack of clarity on supply chain excellence.

Supply and Demand 384

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Demand Planning 384

Precoro

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Within this setup, an ERP procurement module helps companies make purchases and manage suppliers. Numbers speak louder: According to Procurement Tactics’ top procurement trends in 2025 , 83% of CPOs prioritize digitization.   Keep reading to learn: What Is ERP in Procurement?

Procurement Solutions 45

Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement 45

Logility

AUGUST 12, 2021

But there is good news: a convergence of process, data, and technology provides the real-time and predictive visibility needed to optimize supply chain planning, ensuring food manufacturers can build resilience now and for the future. Advanced Inventory Management. Planning Manufacturing Based on Demand.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 130

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

At Rockwell this includes all processes end-to-end except for manufacturing. In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. As a B2B company, procurement management is essential. From a manufacturing perspective, products vary significantly in complexity.

Supply Chain Software 30

Supply Chain Software Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 30

ToolsGroup

JUNE 6, 2022

Solutions enable real-time inventory availability and fulfillment optimization for retailers. The combined software offering gives retailers crucial visibility into inventory as well as the sophistication needed to optimize planning and fulfillment to enable a flexible and resilient supply chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software ToolsGroup Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 156

My Office Apps

JANUARY 16, 2024

Start Your Year with Cloud-Based ERP: The Ultimate Guide to Operational Excellence Begin your year on a transformative note by embracing the power of Cloud-Based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Real-Time Analytics and Reporting: Offers advanced analytics for real-time insights, empowering decision-makers with data-driven choices.

Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 105

Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics 105

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It’s no secret that manufacturing companies around the world are rethinking their supply chain strategies. One of the ripple effects of the pandemic was that domestic sourcing, where possible, grew as companies could no longer import products for their production line. Australian reshoring strategies for advanced manufacturing .

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 105

IQMS

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Bottom Line: The top 10 manufacturing trends reflect how manufacturers are planning to achieve their goals of revenue growth, operational improvements, digital transformation, and launching new products and services in 2019. In parallel, there will be more self-service analytics and BI apps specifically designed for manufacturers.

Manufacturing Procurement 102

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Trends Manufacturing 102

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2018

As consumers continue to purchase goods at greater frequency and trade regulations become more complex, supply chain professionals are striving to establish end-to-end control of their business operations. The modern-day supply chain begs for visibility throughout the entire chain, from point of order, to packaging, shipping, and delivery.

Real-time Visibility 141

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 141

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 22, 2024

Orders are up, business is booming, and your manufacturing operation is expanding. You lack visibility into your finances Inventory management is challenging and you either find yourself running out of material or overstocking your supplies, tying up cash. System information is updated in real-time across the business.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 105

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

As a result, a wide range of businesses, from restaurants, and retail chains, to manufacturers, have been redesigning their business services and operations and re-engineering their supply chains. They can adjust quantities and generate supplier replenishment orders in PDF or Excel as needed. Emerging Themes for Supply Chain Planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 268

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Forecasting Software 268

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 2, 2023

As members of one of the most highly regulated industries in the world, medical device manufacturers face numerous challenges. From stringent quality standards to comprehensive documentation requirements, Class 1 and 2 manufacturers must navigate a complex landscape to ensure compliance and product excellence.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing 98

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 11, 2018

While there is much hype on DDMRP and the use of orders as a proxy for demand, companies need to remember that orders carry latency: they are out-of-step with market purchase behavior. 4) Real-Time Decisions Using Streaming Data. Makes us wonder if we should even manufacturer products in traditional ways? This reality?

Supply Chain Planning Software 202

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software 202

Silvon Software

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

For Greater Product Performance Visibility and Improved Sales & Demand Planning Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers operate in an increasingly competitive environment, where the ability to access and analyze timely, accurate data can make or break a company’s success. Each retailer organizes their data differently.

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Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Resource Reduction Optimal Sourcing 59

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

We also need to throw away the concept of real-time planning. Planning should never be a real-time process. ” I believe that the focus should be improving reliability (Forecast Value Added (FVA), first pass tender and yield, and manufacturing schedule adherence) while decreasing process, demand, and data latency.

Supply Chain Planning Software 386

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Supply and Demand 386

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Pharmaceutical companies are struggling with falling margins and rising inventories. Over the last decade, neither the pharmaceutical nor medical device manufacturer has been able to drive the revenue/employee productivity gains of their comparative peer groups. Improve Visibility. I think both factors are at play. Healthcare.

Pharmaceutical 170

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Network Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Procurement Analytics 170

ThroughPut

OCTOBER 18, 2024

It integrates data from external systems, like SAP ERP, to enable seamless demand and supply balancing, real-time visibility, and advanced scenario simulations. With real-time decision-making capabilities, it empowers businesses to stay agile and respond effectively to market changes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software 52

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

At Rockwell this includes all processes end-to-end except for manufacturing. In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. As a B2B company, procurement management is essential. From a manufacturing perspective, products vary significantly in complexity.

Supply Chain Software 34

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement 34

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

With visibility as the key driver for an effective supply chain improvement strategy, businesses today must rely on building collaborative relationships in their extended supply chains to gain visibility from end-to-end. Of course, achieving end-to-end visibility requires new ways of looking at people and processes. Reduces DSO.

Real-time Visibility 100

Real-time Visibility Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction 100

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The wholesale distribution and manufacturing (WD&M) landscape is entering a new era. In short, a world of pain — including increased cost-to-serve, missed sales, lost customers, inventory shortages, margin shrinkage, and limited to no inventory visibility across networks and nodes. The result? So, what’s the solution?

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Real-time Visibility Demand Planning Software 105

Logility

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Planting the Seeds of Resilience Most companies understand that accurate forecasts are critical to minimizing inventory, maximizing production efficiency, streamlining purchasing, optimizing distribution, minimizing waste, and projecting future performance confidently.

Optimal Sourcing 174

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 174

Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

Effective inventory management is crucial to reducing costs in any manufacturing business. This is particularly true in the food manufacturing industry, which characteristically has a high volume of products stored, and an urgent need to fill existing client orders to match ongoing consumer demand.

Manufacturing Procurement 89

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software 89

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 26, 2021

Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Supply Chain visibility article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Miglio. I’ve worked for major manufacturers in CPG, Automotive, and Defense Contracting, and I can honestly say that some of the largest organizations are nowhere near accomplishing this.

Supply Chain Visibility 103

Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 103

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

He is very passionate about developments in the Supply Chain arena and is always seeking excellence in his drive for efficiency & innovation in Supply Chain operations” – a quality that is very relevant to face up to the many Supply Chain challenges in our path! My passion for Logistics and Supply Chain is founded from.

Sourcing Strategies 246

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software 246

QAD

MARCH 30, 2023

Manufacturers may not think they have much in common with the retail companies beyond producing the products that stock store shelves, but there could be a lot to learn from the latter as the manufacturing headwinds of the last few years carry into 2023. What is RFID Technology? Walmart Has Embraced RFID Technology – Should You?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 98

Oracle SCM

JULY 12, 2017

Companies tripped over themselves to build ecommerce portals, and one-click purchasing grew in relevance. They were then and remain today, the following: Strategy 1: Adopt a demand-driven planning and business operating model based on real-time demand insights and demand shaping. With cloud technology, businesses can have it.

Inventory Reduction 163

Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 163

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Brand loyalty is no longer the driver for consumer purchasing decisions. People simply want to purchase products from businesses which provide a more transparent and streamlined service, and who deliver on their customer promise, even if it means inflated prices to obtain it.

Supply Chain Planning Software 246

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 246

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 16, 2015

On August 13th, Infor announced the intent to purchase GT Nexus for 675M$. The largest was the purchase of Lawson in 2011 for 2B$. The company branded as GT Nexus in 2001 and purchased Tradecard in 2013. The goal is deeper analytics to sense and respond across make, source and deliver. It is clear.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 150

Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software 150

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Why Procurement Transformation Can Fail! The duties of procurement managers are diverse, ranging from creating solicitations to collaborating with vendors. The importance of digital procurement is increasing rapidly. Along with cost savings, procurement managers are focusing on optimizing and automating processes.

Optimal Sourcing 19

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 19

Logility

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

In the previous posts we have looked at the misdirected focus on historical information, the belief spreadsheets can support a robust S&OP process, the “S&OP is too rigid argument” and the idea that S&OP is a real-time response planning process. Today we are going to look at lean manufacturing.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

To drive global scale, companies need to design the supply chain to buy globally and execute locally. Shipping approximately 400 million selling units consisting of 700 million manufactured units per year, Carter’s employs about 4,000 employees at its peak. Not many companies have cracked this code. Managing complexity is key.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 195

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. ” The hyperconnected world is today’s reality.

Internet of things 120

Internet of things Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 120

OptiProERP

JANUARY 29, 2020

It is typical to focus on what your manufacturing business is doing right. Intelligent cloud ERP software , with its platform capabilities of real-time visibility, analytics, and automation, enables the diagnosis and correction of exceptions that could have a detrimental effect on manufacturing production or business management processes.

Manufacturing Procurement 87

Manufacturing Procurement Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software 87

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

Kinaxis

MARCH 6, 2018

He and I went to school together and started our supply chain careers at nearly the same time. I joined a supply chain software company while Gagan joined a large global manufacturer and quickly grew through the ranks to be the vice president of supply chain IT in his company. These would belong to the CDO. The result?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 149

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 149