Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 28, 2024

Information must be collected at each stage of a product’s life, including material sourcing, energy use, and environmental impact. Errors or missing information can weaken the effectiveness of the passport. This makes it easier for businesses to ensure the accuracy and integrity of their product information.

Optimal Sourcing 257

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Alerts and notifications from email, social channels, home devices, shopping apps and other platforms compete for our attention, creating an overwhelming stream of information. The real-time nature of this information makes this process more difficult, creating a backlog of data that appears insurmountable.

Resource Reduction 239

Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 239

ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

When reference data – such as product codes, supplier information, and warehouse locations – is misaligned across systems, it can cause discrepancies in transactional data, leading to inaccurate inventory levels and unreliable performance metrics. Plus, accurate inventory information is the key to optimal decision-making.

Real-time Visibility 294

Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 294

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 19, 2024

Despite the importance, the investment in networks to automate the information flow between trading partners remains low. These flows are one-to-one– focused on sharing a singular flow of information– lacking a system of record. Networks take three forms–demand, design, and supply. Buiding a network is hard.

Supply Chain Network Software 295

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

In 2021, 99 percent of S&P 500 companies reported ESG-related information. A best practice is not to leave out information on environmental reporting included in a company’s financial reporting process. Identifying these inefficiencies will save time, effort, and money.

Report 289

Report Data Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement 289

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 9, 2021

of revenue on information technology (IT), only six percent of manufacturers drove performance at the intersection of growth and margin. Informational Technology groups reporting to the Chief Financial Officer. As I work through this year’s Supply Chains to Admire , I cannot help but shake my head. Despite spending 1.1%

Supply Chain Planning Software 360

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2024

Infor Nexus is a supply chain network that connects businesses to their key partners and makes coordinating the flow of materials and information much more seamless. The analyst then checks every day and then informs the manager if there is a risk. There’s often a lot of ways to interpret information.

Modeling Software 257

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2024

Various trends influence the Geospatial Information Systems market: the adoption of digital technologies, out-of-the-box GIS offerings, cloud and mobile deployments, and location-based analytics. All this knowledge I gleaned from ARC Advisory Group’s recent research on Geospatial Information Systems.

Sourcing Strategies 266

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A seller, from the moment they engage with a customer, and all the way through the sales process, can get whatever information they need to communicate with a buyer on what we have available, and what the lead times are, and other similar information. It’s really reduced a lot of sales friction. I’ll give you an example.

Supply Chain Planning Software 217

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Misinformation, Confusion, and Fear Mongering characterize the general state of public information about Artificial Intelligence (AI)! Between the government mindlessly trying to “slow” the growth of AI and the media trying to scare you that AI is coming for your job, the public has been totally confused.

Supply Chain Strategy 278

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 29, 2020

To extrapolate from the past using information we have not given. The columns are the attributes or information that the machine learning algorithm will use to train in the past and then to perform the condition in the future. No effort required to set up (careful data sourcing and data preparation is fundamental).

Forecasting 428

Forecasting Forecasting Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 428

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2024

The information in the EPD must be displayed transparently, showing the product’s relevant performance data, which is available via a QR code. It provides customers with auditable data, sustainable achievement metrics, such as energy efficiency, and useful information that can be used for product comparison.

Sustainability 288

Sustainability Industry Industrial Resource Reduction 288

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

For those unsure of what EDI is, it stands for electronic data interchange, is the concept of businesses electronically communicating information that was traditionally communicated on paper, such as purchase orders, advance ship notices, and invoices. How does EDI enhance data accuracy and integrity in supply chain transactions?

Supply Chain Software 248

Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Supply and Demand 248

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This information is then used to develop a risk management strategy that takes into account the potential impact of different types of cybersecurity incidents. This information can help operators prioritize their cybersecurity efforts and allocate resources accordingly.

Supply Chain Planning Software 278

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software Inventory Management Software 278

DELMIA Quintiq

APRIL 1, 2020

Learn more on manufacturing transformation and discover key information such as where the industry stands, what steps and considerations to take into account for the Factory of the Future, how to empower and retain plant-level workers, and more.

Supply Chain Design Software 428

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

One of the concerns is data security, as the constant flow of information between devices can be vulnerable to cyberattacks. Privacy concerns also arise as collected data may include sensitive information, including intellectual property.

Internet of things 262

Internet of things Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 262

Logility

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Instead of relying on slow-moving processes and outdated information, AI provides real-time insights to stakeholders across all departments. Not just to navigate around and quickly find things we’re looking for, but to assist us in analyzing information, providing insight, and making better decisions happen.” The result?

S&OP 222

S&OP Supply and Demand Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 222

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

Oh, the Things You Can Do with the Right Information. Today’s world demands that you position yourself for clean, efficient, and effective data usage no matter what your technology stack looks like.

Supply Chain Planning Software 267

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2024

Sharing Information with Supply Chain Stakeholders The report found that both Competitive Weapon companies and Top Performers do a significantly better job of sharing information across the organization and external supply chain stakeholders.

Cost Reduction Strategies 240

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ivalua

JUNE 11, 2023

Source Implications for Organizations Expanded Reporting Requirements: Under the CSRD, a broader range of companies will be obligated to report non-financial and sustainability information. Organizations will be required to disclose information on their supply chains, including environmental and social risks and impacts.

Optimal Sourcing 246

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Procurement Sourcing Strategies 246

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

IoT-enabled vehicles generate significant data volumes, requiring robust storage and processing capabilities to manage this information without overwhelming management teams. Protecting sensitive data—such as vehicle locations, driver information, and operational metrics—requires rigorous cybersecurity measures.

Supply Chain Planning Software 242

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software Optimization Software 242

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

For companies operating globally, quick access to accurate product information can help avoid penalties and maintain trust. By digitizing this information, businesses can more easily demonstrate compliance with local, national, and international regulations.

Waste Reduction 222

Waste Reduction Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software 222

DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Not only is the coverage on offer broad, it is also deep, having been developed with industry leading companies for the last 3 decades Underpinned with a modern big-data inspired architecture of ontologies ensuring that only the relevant information is stored and all the associated interconnections can be inferred automatically rather than having to (..)

Supply Chain Planning Software 295

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Another e-initiative provides farmers access to information related to the dairy sector (markets/technologies etc.) Amul has also implemented a Geographical Information System (GIS) at both ends of the supply chain (milk procurement and marketing). through net-enabled kiosks in the villages.

Optimal Sourcing 265

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Many ports do not make this information available to the shipping lines or the shippers. Without this information it’s hard to plan ahead for the inland transport leg and can lead to containers sitting at the port for a day or more while carriers try to allocate trucks, drivers, and schedule appointments for pickup.

Real-time Visibility 276

Real-time Visibility Material Savings Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies 276

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 9, 2024

Armed with this information, you make decisions like whether to have a picnic, garden or stay indoors. In supply chain planning, a probabilistic approach that considers a wide range of possibilities is increasingly important amid complexity and changing conditions, to help planners decode uncertainty and make more informed decisions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 285

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Modeling Supply Chain Planning 285

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The “swivel chair” effect was in place – information about my order required customer service to switch between multiple, disconnected applications, if they even had access. This orchestration depends on three flows – information, physical, and financial – but when functions are siloed flows are blocked or delayed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 263

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2024

Sharing Information with Supply Chain Stakeholders The report found that both Competitive Weapon companies and Top Performers do a significantly better job of sharing information across the organization and external supply chain stakeholders.

Cost Reduction Strategies 227

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The company’s platform integrates shipping details with data and algorithms to provide customers with information on expected delivery times, fulfillment speed, on-time performance, and outbound ship times. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins.

Supply Chain Software 227

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Regular updates and feedback mechanisms keep stakeholders informed and involved, helping to address challenges promptly and maintain momentum throughout the implementation process. Implementing robust data validation processes ensures that all information collected is accurate and reliable.

Resource Reduction 248

Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Price Mitigation Strategies 248