The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

On October 29th, the company has also been featured in Channel News Asia’s docuseries “Becoming a Global Hub”, underscoring the key role that Schenker plays in Singapore’s standing as a vital node in the global supply chain. Keeping Supply Chains Moving. Schenker Singapore, Turning Adversity into Opportunity.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The global supply chain landscape is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the intricacies of international commerce. Developing Analytical Skills Data analysis is at the heart of effective supply chain management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 82

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Part 2 in the series explores the “analytical scenario exercise” and how decisions based on certain scenarios heavily impact each aspect of the value chain. In essence, this includes the entire chain of supply, production, storage, distribution and finally, the customer, so that the plans make sense all involved parties.

Supply Chain Planning Software 296

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 23, 2023

If you want to gain more supply chain analytics knowledge, you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled a list of 10 great supply chain analytics books to help you better understand the concepts and strategies behind this vital business field.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 131

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 6, 2023

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly digital twin technology, is making it much faster for organizations to explore hundreds of scenarios in very little time. ”[1] That simple sentence is packed with information. ”[1] That simple sentence is packed with information.

Resource Reduction 130

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 27, 2022

For example, as of March 2022, 81% of Americans say the supply chain is a significant source of stress. As Tom Derry, CEO of the Institute for Supply Management, shared in PBS , “It’s been the hardest year for logistics and supply chain managers,” Pafford said. Implement Time Management Software.

Sourcing Strategies 296

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 6, 2013

One of the favorite parts of my job is teaching classes on how to take supply chain concepts to the next level to improve corporate performance. I love helping people to see supply chain concepts differently. Both move the supply chain design from inside-out to outside-in. As I teach the class, I learn too.

Supply Chain Network Software 225

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2013

If you know the buzzwords and “tools” for the system of choice you can become a guru, sitting on top of the mountain dispensing golden pearls of wisdom for all to wonder at. A good friend of mine recently introduced me to the Art of Agile Development for software projects. At least, that’s the idea. 3. You’re doing it wrong.

Six Sigma 131

Six Sigma Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Logistics Network Optimization Software 131

Talking Logistics

APRIL 27, 2016

As digitization continues to modify the global supply chain landscape, its unprecedented data sources and solutions will lead to not only the demise of disparate information systems, but to the rise of true, end-to-end, supply chain visibility. Identify shortage and quality problems along the supply chain.

Optimal Sourcing 100

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

Optimal Sourcing 111

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2024

The company said that it used 85,916 metric tons of single-use plastic that year, an 11.6 Walmart announced that it will pilot agriculture technology with crop supply intelligence company Agritaskto get real-time information on crops and improve sourcing decisions around produce. percent decrease from 2021.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 221

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Gartner says that you shouldn’t just pitch forecast accuracy to your executive management, but translate your plan into business metrics. One example that Steutermann cites are segmentation exercises that identify specific items that could be forecast better. Focusing on forecast quality will not translate into improved service level.

Forecasting 180

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. But service is paramount in a vertically integrated supply chain with perishable products. An RFP is a data intensive exercise.

Procurement Solutions 237

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global supply chain disruptions, impacting the flow of parts and finished goods around the world. The disruption caused by COVID-19 is unique in that it impacted supply chains across all industries.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

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Enterra Insights

JULY 16, 2018

.”[1] The report focused on four key metrics: supplier criticality, supplier financial risk, global sourcing risk, and foreign exchange risk. If you are an upstream supplier or a downstream retailer, different metrics must also be considered. New technologies. Identifying risks. Five years ago, it ranked just 15th.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2019

If this sounds like it would be a fun and meaningful personal challenge for you (with the added benefits of meeting other supply chain and logistics professionals and raising money for a good cause), then sign up to join our Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure team! Check out the highlights and photos from our 2016 , 2017 , and 2018 rides.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 118

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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. Procurement Teams Step-up.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Gartner Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

Inventory Reduction 96

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Logility

JANUARY 20, 2021

In part 1 of this series, we talked about the consensus among supply chain practitioners, pundits, and technology providers that minor supply and demand disruptions flare up constantly, the result of actions and reactions across complex, highly tuned, and interdependent global value chains. Assessment.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How to Invest to Make Your Supply Chain More Efficient! Supply chains are central to optimal eCommerce results. The supply chain includes everything from ordering raw materials from suppliers to ensuring products are delivered to consumers in the best condition.

Optimal Sourcing 81

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Supply chain optimization has never been more essential to overall business success than it is today. A study by Bank of America Global Research, cited by Reuters , found that mentions of “supply chain” increased by 412% in third-quarter earnings calls hosted by Fortune 500 companies this year, compared to 2020.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

Whether you’re planning to benchmark your supply chain or simply trying to improve how you measure its performance, it makes sense to know a little about the most commonly used KPIs for each supply chain component. You don’t necessarily need to use all the following metrics in your procurement department.

Procurement Analytics 98

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DynaSys

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

How to Select a Supply Chain Planning Tool. And this is only one metric where you could be doing a lot better. As the Vice President of Supply Chain you know things need to improve, and now you need to figure out what to do next. Here is how to select a supply chain planning tool in 3 steps.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Mark Hersh (shown here) is now a Director of Supply Chain Strategy at Clorox while Dave retired in 2018. Mark and Dave, both career Clorox employees, drove a program to customize the supply chain response using Value Chain Segmentation. Designing a Fit For Purpose Supply Chain.

Inventory Reduction 170

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Silvon Software

JANUARY 25, 2018

Ensuring that your sales and supply chain teams are in sync is one way that you can enhance the customer experience. For these companies and others with multiple operating units, achieving a single view of the customer across channels can be a massive (and often futile) exercise. Take A Customer-Focused Approach To Metrics.

Supply Chain Design Software 83

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ThroughPut

AUGUST 8, 2024

Or two, your inventory management tools are falling short, despite the cost and effort you and your team put into setting them up and implementing them—failing to deliver the expected ROI. Many try to achieve this through spreadsheets or specialized tools, but mastering inventory control remains a formidable challenge.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 23, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! The pandemic has caused Supply Chain professionals to scramble to restore supply lines, respond to highly volatile demand patterns, find alternate logistics channels, and work under the restrictions of home quarantine.

Supply Chain Planning Software 101

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Current supply chain planning systems have plateaued. Excel hell is still common place – companies filling the gaps of their supply chain systems with workbook after workbook. Yes, we’ve added optimization capabilities as technology advanced, enabling ever-more complex models. We need a supply chain revolution.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 26, 2015

The conversation goes something like this: “Do you use a software application for workforce planning and employee scheduling?”. Yes, ABC’s software.”. “Ah, Even when the tool creates great output relative to the information it has, planners start building their own spreadsheets and use rules of thumb “to make their planning easier”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 17, 2016

What does this have to do with supply chain planning? We exercised, we had fun, we supported each other. In supply chain planning, we are driven by metrics. Well, fitness trackers can’t quite do all this yet, but we should certainly expect this from our supply chain planning system.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Dear Supply Chain Leader, Today, sitting in my seat in 11K on a Cathay Pacific flight between Hong Kong and Boston, I want to report that there is no Easter Bunny. Today I also want to report that, based on over a decade of scientific discovery, traditional supply chain practices are not best practices. Let me explain.

Supply and Demand 150

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 11, 2024

Actionable Tools and Templates: However, learners gain access to a valuable toolkit of templates, checklists, and frameworks that can be immediately applied in their workplaces such as inventory optimization tools. Watch 6 Key Metrics to Include in Your Logistics Dashboard on SCMDOJO YouTube Channel!

Buyer Training 80

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Supply Chain Opz

AUGUST 2, 2018

From the most basic to the most advanced organization, Inventory Optimization is a critical goal and one which underpins the effectiveness of the supply chain operation. At the granular level the details of the inventory held and the analytical tools required to determine the optimal stock are often not so advanced.

Optimal Sourcing 100

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Warehouse logistics is the heart of any supply chain operation, assimilating and dispatching goods to ensure availability and timely delivery. With more consumers turning to e-commerce, it’s important for businesses of all sizes to bolster the supply chain to handle the e-commerce business model.

Warehousing 98

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Much of Supply Chain activity not only involves solving problems but also involves doing the investigative work to find out what caused those problems so as to prevent recurrence in the future. This is an intriguing and exciting part of any Supply Chain job.

Supply Chain Software 83

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Taulia

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The procure-to-pay process can be streamlined in a number of different ways, and one of the most important tools available is invoice automation. For many companies, the processes involved in paying suppliers are highly manual and inefficient – so there are plenty of opportunities to automate these processes.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing KPI Optimization Software 52

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Indeed, today’s advances in digital technology have made freight rate KPIs much more accessible—but that accessibility comes at a cost. Firstly, if you plan to benchmark as a one-off exercise now and again, you might engage a specialist team of consultants to execute a project for you. What Are Your Freight Benchmarking Options?

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