Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2022

But it has certainly been more pronounced recently within the supply chain world. This is evident from the widespread global supply chain disruptions that we all read about daily. Brian provided some specific omni-channel examples with easy to envision benefits. Of course, change is always occurring.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Risk events that happen in one part of the supply chain can cause a disruptive effect that is amplified multi-fold given the complex connectivity of labor, raw materials, and capacity. The bullwhip effect is one example of this disruptive effect, when small changes in demand cause huge demand spikes downstream.

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

According to McKinsey survey of global supply chain leaders , only 53% of respondents describe the quality of data in their supply chain planning systems as “sufficient” or “high.” less likely to be affected by supply chain disruptions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2021

For example, a vaccine manufacturer increased their order size by a factor of four in one weekend; a video call company wanted to receive ten times as much product as they initially forecast with just a month’s lead-time. In many ways, Mr. Fitzgerald said, “it was still a startup supply chain when I joined.”

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 24, 2025

Introduction Gardner, (1954) and Huntzinger, (2007) define Purchase price variance (PPV) as a metric used to measure the effectiveness of cost-saving efforts by calculating the difference between the planned cost (standard pricing) allocated for purchasing activities and the actual cost incurred. per unit, reducing the actual cost to $90,000.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

The data is all anonymous, but retailers can look at metrics such as time to fulfill, pack time, conversions, and ship versus pick-up, to name a few, across hundreds of Active Omni customers. Changes in supply or demand are considered when looking at the overall supply chain planning process, and the changes are reflected in real-time.

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Precoro

DECEMBER 24, 2024

AI use cases in procurement Here are the key AI in procurement examples that are transforming how teams work: Spend analysis AI for procurement enhances spend analysis by efficiently processing and analyzing large volumes of data far beyond what manual methods can handle.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

In traditional supply chain planning implementations, I count at least a dozen engines churning to improve outcomes. For example, Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) has very little to do with Transportation Planning (TMS). The pending supply chain disruptions will not be that easy to fix. The problem?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2014

Natural disasters like the Japan earthquake, product shortages due to quality issues, the impact of currency rates on product costs and demand, and disruptions caused by IT service failures or security breaches are just a few examples of the risks supply chain executives face every day. Use them to your advantage.

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Jaggaer

MARCH 19, 2025

metric tons per person and in the European Union 5.66 metric tons per person. metric tons. The second has become more pronounced in recent years, notably with the Covid pandemic and supply chain disruptions. And it is those of us in the richer countries (i.e., By comparison, in India the figure is just 2.5

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Logility

MARCH 6, 2020

Again, for that curious data scientist, this is an example of a greedy modeling process because a local optimal solution is attained for every SKU at every location, with an end result that is accurate at a global level. Rapid adaptation to change and supply chain disruption.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Supply chain disruption results in long lead times. The purpose of safety stock is to avoid stock-outs, whereby a product can’t be supplied for sale, its delivery after purchase is unreasonably held up, or a component isn’t available during manufacturing. Safety stock can be used if: Demand exceeds a sales forecast.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Such a resistant or slow-and-steady attitude toward the cloud is a tinderbox for worldwide supply chain disruption. Take, for example, the retail industry. However, manufacturers can swiftly reverse this alarming trend if they heed the urgency of migrating to the cloud and act promptly.

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Logility

APRIL 29, 2021

For example, governments may enact new laws that affect worker rights. Supply chain disruptions such as these may force a business to find new inshore or offshore suppliers, all of whom must be thoroughly vetted for compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

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Kinaxis

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Delays, shortages, quality issues, catastrophic weather events and fluctuating commodity prices are just a few examples of the exhaustive list of worries that will throw plan into disarray. Achieving a realistic forecast and aligning supply plans is an extreme long shot at best. Successful supply chain planning starts with data.

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TMC

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

There are many ways to measure supply chain performance in terms of resilience, but there is one that’s easily overlooked even though it is gaining in importance: Detection time. In other words, the amount of warning time during which the company can prepare for and mitigate the disruption.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

When Covid-19 hit, supply chains across the globe nearly came to a halt. According to Accenture, 94% of Fortune 1000 companies saw supply chain disruptions and 75% had negative or strongly negative impacts on their businesses due to the pandemic. You can see the full diagram and read the report here.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

“We don’t have one supply chain,” this vice president of supply chain explained to me, “we run very customized supply chains.” Customization is provided for 5 different supply chains (for example, make-to-order, make-to-stock, etc.) across 17 different segments and customer personas.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

So far in 2023, Resilinc’s supply chain disruption monitoring platform EventWatch AI sent 7,422 disruption alerts for the high-tech industry—up just 1% from the same time period in 2022. Of these alerts, over 50% triggered a War Room—meaning these disruptions could disrupt the supply chain.

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QAD

APRIL 13, 2023

While Contract Pharma & BioPharma manufacturers continue to experience an increase in demand for more projects, new challenges are emerging from nearly every angle including new regulatory and quality requirements, workforce shortages and of course, supply chain disruptions. is likely to reach 2.1

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

For example, reports and analytics in your ERP system can help you identify areas where improvements can be made. In a 2020 SYSPRO survey it showed that 60% of manufacturing and distribution businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic. For example, evaluate if you are a digital explorer?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 8, 2025

AI and ML in production control ML models trained on operational data from an ERP can help achieve significant benefits in key operational metrics like throughput, and OEE. By analyzing external data, AI can identify potential supply chain disruptions, and suggest alternative suppliers. Select the right tool.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Manufacturers and distributors experienced huge supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic which exposed many vulnerabilities and tested the resilience of supply chain leaders globally. In fact, SYSPRO research revealed that 60% of businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 21, 2015

The number of companies is growing that are saying that their forecast accuracy, service levels and inventory efficiency metrics have hit a ceiling that they just can’t get past. Whether you read the analyst reports or listen to planners talk about their jobs, it’s all the same: metrics and KPIs are stuck.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2022

Many organizations are still struggling to understand and implement basic Sales and Operations Planning processes to cope with supply chain disruption. If other factors outside traditional supply chain operations impact business success, they should similarly be part of the planning process.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By fostering a culture of innovation within your supplier base, you can co-develop new products, for example by leveraging innovative technologies or new materials, to gain a competitive edge. This is especially important for manufacturers of luxury goods, for example.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

The key building blocks for the modern supply chain control tower includes data from key supply chain partners, robust supply planning, and a master data management/data harmonization layer that helps to normalize the data and can then feed accurate data to the planning engine or team members.

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Warehouse operators face mounting pressure to keep pace with shifting consumer demands, unpredictable supply chain disruptions, and evolving workforce expectations. One key example of this is how automation can support high-velocity picking. Take fast pick technology as an example.

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QAD

OCTOBER 22, 2024

For example, MMOG/LE has incorporated specific criteria on how to manage suppliers. This involves looking beyond just delivery and quality metrics and ensuring that suppliers are meeting all operational requirements, such as capacity, flexibility, risk assessment, and adherence to Environmental, Social, and Governance ( ESG ) guidelines.

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Unleashed

MAY 1, 2023

Here’s an example of how a stock control chart might save you money: You discover that a product is selling faster in winter, and your suppliers are also taking longer to deliver during those months. In reality, supply chain disruptions, seasonality, and Christmas can greatly affect sales and deliveries.

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Synovos

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It means, for example, that the initial focus on piece-price savings changes as the price ceiling is gradually lowered. The Result: The RS Integrated Supply team was able to demonstrate consistent savings earned since program inception. Target is 98% but COVID-related supply chain disruptions caused a dip.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 25, 2022

From the extremely visible and immediately felt increase in crude oil prices, the conflict is disrupting everything from food (wheat, corn, and sunflower oil exports), automotive (various metals including copper and iron) and semiconductors (90% of neon comes from Russia). How to Align Supply Chain Action to Your Business Strategy.

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Logility

JANUARY 26, 2024

However, this year promises a significant paradigm shift where traditional performance metrics are replaced by technology-driven frameworks, as recent breakthroughs with Generative AI in supply chains have demonstrated.

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2025

Supply chain disruptions have become all too common. Jason Miller, the Eli Broad Endowed Professor of Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University, explains that effectively managing inventory requires an understanding of the dynamic relationship between demand and supply.

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QAD

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction, natural disasters, wars, scarcity of semiconductors, the energy crisis in Europe…are all examples showcasing the need to better manage and monitor your supplier base. For example, Hyundai recently found a supplier utilizing child labor in the state of Alabama.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Analytics – optimized by artificial intelligence- and automated workflows help businesses identify new sourcing opportunities, adapt to market shifts, and respond to supply chain disruptions more effectively. Senior executives must lead by example, demonstrating that they are using the new technology.

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The VMI concept is well documented with a real-world example in Michael Hammer’s best-selling book, Reengineering the Corporation. Plan for disruptions. For example, analyze the impact of late deliveries, transportation constraints such as driver shortages, and weather disruptions. Lower order volatility.

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