Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Beer and food industries are particularly affected by the shortages of aluminum cans as most customers prefer take-home packaging. The post Editor’s Choice: Aluminum Can Shortage Defines a New Normal for Food Packaging appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. To read the full article, click HERE.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2025

With its recent acquisition of Orderbot, a distributed order management solution, OneRail is integrating inventory and order management capabilities to enable store-shelf-to-doorstep visibility. OneRail’s platform includes order management, inventory management, and real-time visibility.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2021

These planograms are used as an input to determine the inventory to be assembled on a pallet that needs to go on the trailer, to be delivered to a certain store, all in the right sequence. The post Efficient Frozen Food Distribution: Inside the Build-out of Two Automated Facilities appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 26, 2025

Safety Stock: Navigating Supply Chain Volatility Through Strategic Inventory Planning Demand volatility represents a critical challenge for supply chain executives today, with safety stock emerging as a key strategic tool to mitigate market uncertainties. Forecast Inaccuracy Strategically offsets errors in predicting future demand.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Optimization is peak efficiency, using the perfect balance of inventory and resources to service customer demand without incurring any unnecessary costs or waste. Optimizing is meaningless without an inventory optimization objective. This is a common goal for food and beverage companies. Wait, What?

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Logility

AUGUST 11, 2020

The global food and beverage supply chain has been stressed to the breaking point by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Shelter-at-home and the mandatory closing of non-essential businesses has led to restaurant bankruptcies in record numbers, pouring milk down the drain and fields of rotting produce that were destined for food service businesses.

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My Office Apps

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Differentiating Specialized Food Inventory Software: Beyond Standard Inventory Management Solutions Not all inventory management software is created equal. This guide illuminates the key differences between generic inventory solutions and specialized software tailored for the intricacies of the food industry.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Fast forward to today and apple picking, hay rides, hearty food, and sipping on drinks with friends have become the perfect way to enjoy the simple pleasures of autumn. How do you keep food plenty and mugs full? This is where inventory meets the supply chain.

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Elementum

AUGUST 29, 2022

The global food supply chain has grown exponentially over the last few decades, creating complexity and challenges that translate into empty store shelves and a lack of basic provisions. Today, we will look at the importance of supply chain management in food production and some solutions to prevent further crises.

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Logility

DECEMBER 15, 2023

From harvest to hands, the food & beverage (F&B) industry leaves no room for guesswork, especially without supply chain optimization software. Otherwise, inventory positions can become misaligned, leading to suboptimal revenue generation and needless waste. The time is ripe to move forward with supply chain transformation.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For 58 years, food and beverage and consumer goods manufacturers have battled for dominance, from chips and wings to soda, beer, party supplies, and even aluminum foil for food storage and DIY trophies. Since 1967, the fiercest competition on Super Bowl Sunday hasnt been on the fieldits been in the marketplace.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 7, 2020

I think it’s time we started spreading the good news: when you harness demand and inventory planning to slash unnecessary expenses and improve service to customers, you also reduce waste and support sustainability. Having the right inventory in the right location brings a variety of waste-reduction benefits.

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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.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 31, 2023

The food and beverage (F&B) industry has always been highly responsive to changes in consumer behavior, but rising food prices have brought about new challenges—pushing manufacturers to search for new ways to adapt and remain competitive in a rapidly changing market. What is an example of sustainable food?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Predictive analytics tools enabled by AI are helping organizations optimize inventory management, reduce downtime, and improve demand forecasting. Walmart has partnered with IBMs Food Trust blockchain network to improve supply chain transparency, reducing food recall times from days to seconds.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Nearly eight in 10 (78%) consumers consider food waste, likely out of a desire to minimize spending. Lower-income consumers and those using food assistance programs care the most about food waste as a purchase driver—again, suggesting it is a response to higher prices.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2022

Grocery trade group prepares for 2023 launch of stricter food tracing regulations. billion in inventory that “if we could just wave a magic wand, we’d make it go away today,” said chief financial officer John David Rainey. Walmart estimates that inventory is still 15 percent above optimal levels. Kinaxis acquires MPO.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

NYC passes bill to cap food delivery fees. Toy makers fear that although the demand for toys will be there this holiday season, the physical inventory will not. Food delivery has soared since the beginning of the Covid pandemic. The measure is part of a package of bills aimed at regulating the food-delivery industry.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 31, 2024

In our work with Georgia Tech using data from 1982-2023, we find that the R² of the Regression analysis of Cost-of-Goods Sold/Inventory Turns when compared to correlations of Operating Margin/Inventory turns to Market Capitalization/employee is 40-65% lower. For additional insights check out our presentation at Informs.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Are Our Agri-Food Supply Chains In Crisis? The result of this cocktail is an unfortunate reduction in global agri-food production, export, and rapidly increasing agri-food commodity prices. Are our agri-food supply chains in crisis? Do we need to relook at how we organise our agri-food supply chains?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 8, 2023

In October of 2019, I wrote about the food supply chain being at risk. I wrote that a major threat to the global food supply chain is the risk of airborne pathogens. In 2023, the food supply chain is still facing a number of issues and supply chain disruptions are limiting product availability and driving up prices.

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crisp

MARCH 27, 2025

The acquisition enhances Crisps analytics and food waste reduction capabilities and fuels expansion into fresh supply chains. “Integrating Shelf Engine’s comprehensive demand data into our platform will empower retailers and suppliers to make real-time inventory decisions that directly impact their bottom line.

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RFgen

JANUARY 16, 2025

That’s where manufacturing inventory management software comes in. In this ultimate guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about manufacturing inventory management software. Its your single source of truth for inventory, constantly updated and readily available.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Technology Integration : Use of technology in logistics, inventory management, and supply chain tracking has helped improve efficiency and transparency. Sustainability : Amul focuses on sustainable practices, promoting eco-friendly methods among farmers and minimizing waste throughout the supply chain.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 4, 2023

By land, by air, by sea – transit organizations know the competition is fierce for retaining customer loyalty, requiring inventory management strategies that balance consumer needs with sustainability initiatives and business goals. These companies understand that one bad experience could jeopardize future sales.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 25, 2024

To make the point, let’s examine the food retail network, as shown in Figure 1, over the last decade. With slim margins and ever-increasing inventories, companies invested less in capital assets. Today, this network operates with less capacity and ballooning inventories. The industries in this value chain lack resilience.

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crisp

APRIL 1, 2025

The food industrys largest supply chain consolidator, Dot Foods, has partnered with Crisp to empower suppliers with actionable data insights. Crisp at Dot represents the future of data-driven collaboration, and were thrilled to partner with Dot Foods to bring this vision to life, said Are Traasdahl, CEO and founder of Crisp.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 7, 2021

Fast forward from that time when an “ice cream-like food” originated in China in 618-97 AD to today. A key challenge is to not over-produce and stock up on excessive inventory while at the same time be ready for summer by securing on-shelf availability and fulfillment. Want to know more about that sweet treat? Here’s the scoop.

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QAD

MARCH 11, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across various industries, and the food sector is no exception. In food manufacturing and the food supply chain, AI technologies are revolutionizing operations, enhancing efficiency, improving quality control and ensuring food safety.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In addition, many companies are facing challenges with volatile demand requirements, short lead times, an inventory comprised of hundreds of brands and thousands of SKUs, etc. Many companies operating in industries such as retail, 3PLs, food and grocery, and healthcare have particularly demanding application requirements.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 18, 2021

Supply shortages, low inventory to sales ratios, and hiring lags are noted as factors at play. Data as recent as the end of June 2021 show that inventories remain below 1.3 Census Bureau announced the advance monthly sales for retail and food services sales for July. This Summer’s Sales, Prices, and Supply Chain Performance.

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My Office Apps

JANUARY 27, 2025

What is Inventory? A Comprehensive Guide to Types and Uses Inventory is a critical component of any business that deals with goods, as it forms the backbone of a company’s ability to operate efficiently and profitably. What is Inventory? Reduce excess stock and associated carrying costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2021

The retailer offers self-service gasoline, a wide selection of grocery items, and an array of freshly prepared food items – most notably pizza. The company could not effectively produce fresh prepared foods without self-distribution. Putters take the contents of the totes and put the inventory into pick-to-light machines.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Only four percent of companies compared to their peer groups improved balance sheet performance of growth, operating margin, and inventory turns. When compared to pre-recession years, we ended the decade with twenty more days of inventory. Days of Inventory Comparison. The first story is about a large regional food manufacturer.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

Inventory Management in a High Inflation Environment ; Clint Reiser. Instead, they are likely to carry higher levels of inventory as a lower cost alternative to minimizing disruptions. Beware the Swinging Pendulum on Supply Chain Inventory Practices ; Polly-Mitchell Guthrie ( Kinaxis ). Will it take decades? Clint Reiser.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 18, 2022

This large food manufacturer used a popular technology to forecast monthly using orders as an input. The large food company operated regionally. This image represents the demand for a large food company after multiple years of ERP implementation and over fifteen planning technologies. I find them fascinating. The takeaway?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Along with E-commerce, another rising star of this pandemic-struck world has been quick commerce (Q-Commerce, or Rapid Food Delivery). According to OECD, during the pandemic, brick-and-mortar retail services such as food services saw 7.7% Inventory Optimization. increase with their sales in the U.S.

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