Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Transportation Networks and Modal Shifts A good transportation strategy is one of the best ways to reduce emissions. Through network optimization. This means consolidating shipments to max out load factors, using route optimization algorithms to minimize distance travelled, and shifting to lower emission transport modes.

Material Savings 75

Material Savings Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

When Levitt made his insight public, manufacturers often dictated what the market would receive, leaving customers with little other choice than take it or leave it. Reducing the number of human operators in transport and warehousing is constantly on companies minds. This is the phenomenon of uberisation.

3PL 74

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

The high-revolution has given emerging markets the opportunity to become fully developed, increasing the number of consumers and manufacturers. 3PLs Leverage Technology and Data to Improve Operations. This involves the combination of data capture, analytic and dashboarding tools to make decisions easier.

Cost Reduction Strategies 156

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 19, 2021

In a recent Bloomberg article , Sunny Tan, Deputy Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries, aptly summarized the frustration manufacturers, retailers and logistics providers are experiencing: “I wish when shoppers see our product they give it a kiss when they realize how difficult it was just to get it to the shelf.”.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

Preview In his 2019 Foresight article, Niels van Hove examined eight technological hurdles that must be overcome to enable autonomous or ‘lights out’ supply-chain planning. He reasoned that to support such planning we need to implement a third wave of integrated supply-chain planning software. Key Points.

Supply Chain Software 147

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 27, 2015

With my son’s travel baseball team scheduled to begin its season next weekend, the coaches are employing some field maintenance tools you don’t normally see at a baseball field: For all of you who play baseball in California, Texas, and Florida, you have it so easy my friends. Desperate times call for desperate measures.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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ThroughPut

APRIL 2, 2020

What is Supply Chain Optimization? Supply chain optimization is a key component of the manufacturing supply chain process, helping companies control their input costs to be able to provide effective goods or services to their customers. What does supply chain optimization involve? Inventory control.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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ThroughPut

MAY 5, 2020

Supply chain costs are defined as costs that constitute a considerable percentage of the total sales price of a product or service. Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. The total cost of ownership is defined as the combination of the purchase or acquisition price of a good or service.

Cost Reduction Strategies 64

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 64

ModusLink Corporation

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Procurement experts face transportation costs, customer demands, and high pressure on global container and air freight rates. Supply chain optimization software can help companies navigate challenges, streamline operations, and achieve sustainable success. But what does that mean for future strategies in procurement ?

Optimal Sourcing 78

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ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

At the same time, global spending on IIoT Platforms is predicted to grow from $1.67B in 2018 to $12.44B in 2024, attaining a 40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in seven years. Accurate inventory management can ensure the right flow of items in and out of a warehouse. WAREHOUSE EFFICIENCY. ACCURATE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Focus on warehouse automation has come full circle since the last big automation movement of the ‘90s, but today with a significantly better set of tools and technological improvements enabling more robust digital transformation and warehouse automation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

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SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

Supply chains are vital to businesses, facilitating the movement of goods, services, financial flows, and information. Supply Chain Visibility refers to tracking and monitoring the movement of goods, services, and information throughout the supply chain. However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. With globalization, the need to partner with local logistics service providers becomes an imperative.

Predictive Analytics 117

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 19, 2018

After all, you can’t source, make, move, store, deliver, measure or improve what you can’t see. Very often it comes from a logistics services provider, one equipped with end-to-end solutions designed to meet your needs while you concentrate your time, energy and investment in your core business. Source: GEODIS.

Optimal Sourcing 120

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 120

ThroughPut

MAY 5, 2020

Supply chain costs are defined as costs that constitute a considerable percentage of the total sales price of a product or service. Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. The total cost of ownership is defined as the combination of the purchase or acquisition price of a good or service.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 52

ThroughPut

MAY 5, 2020

Supply chain costs are defined as costs that constitute a considerable percentage of the total sales price of a product or service. Manufacturers usually define supply chain costs using the total cost of ownership. The total cost of ownership is defined as the combination of the purchase or acquisition price of a good or service.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 52

Stord

AUGUST 5, 2020

An EPA SmartWay partnership provides us with the gold standard of emissions calculating tools for sustainability accounting. SmartWay Transport Partners include Fortune 500 companies, small and medium-sized shippers, multimodal international carriers, and full service logistics providers like Stord.

Waste Reduction 78

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 78

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. Using a Service Level Agreement with effective, realistic Supply Chain & Logistics KPIs helped considerably.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

With a supply chain network design and optimization solution, businesses can find a significant advantage in balancing the variables that get in the way of optimizing complex supply networks and stabilizing product flows. Five Reasons for Adopting a Supply Chain Network Design and Optimization Solution.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Operate to Excellence: We increased process effectiveness and efficiency through multiple SC Shared Service initiatives that improved customer experience, costs and agility. To be more precise, we further bundled our customer service activities, harmonized processes and enhanced customer service officers’ capabilities.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 154

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ThroughPut

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Without the right tools, it’s easy to lose track of shipments, inventory levels, and even supplier performance. That’s where a solid supply chain management (SCM) software comes in handy. With so many moving parts — vendors, logistics providers, warehouses — keeping everything running smoothly requires real-time visibility and control.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 6, 2017

Designing a supply chain to accomplish that task isn’t as straightforward as it seems, especially when technology is involved. Factors like global trade and a customization trend in manufacturing have altered the “straight shot” supply chain forever. Times Have Changed For Supply Chains.

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 20, 2022

This in turn helps uncover network optimization opportunities, sense demand at the local level, and proactively audit material flow right down to the individual SKU’s. to guide appropriate regional capacity requirements for both individual location and point-to-point requirements. ThroughPut.ai The post ThroughPut Inc.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

They have started earmarking their investments for food supply chain networks since the pandemic. Presently, their major focus lies on local production, warehousing and strategic sourcing. The four major supply chain risks areas are: Supply risks : These are risks associated with the sourcing of raw materials.

Supply Chain Disruption 52

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6 River Systems

JUNE 25, 2019

Most warehouses are on an ongoing mission to maximize productivity by optimizing workflows, automating processes and reducing waste (both time and resources). More than 50% of your warehouse labor is in pick and pack, so start there. Introduce incentive pay. Prioritize safety.

Sourcing Strategies 56

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Locus

JUNE 2, 2023

Inbound logistics activities typically include transportation, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, quality control inspections, and scheduling. It focuses on delivering the final products or services to the intended recipients. Focus Procurement, receiving, storage, and inventory management.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

Source: Statista.com. Planning : Processes are designed to reduce emissions and meet demand with ethical sourcing. Manufacturing : An essential aspect of sustainable supply chain manufacturing is monitoring energy consumption as a function of production volume. Ethical sourcing of goods. Sustainable warehousing.

Negotiating Skills 52

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ShipBob

AUGUST 30, 2021

However, optimizing isn’t always the hard part. Fortunately, modern supply chain technology is designed to help online brands optimize their supply chain through greater visibility, including access to advanced data and analytics. What is supply chain analytics software? Optimize your supply chain.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

I was fortunate to make a number of moves that broadened my experience and expanded my horizons with Dell for 4 years, Lucent Technologies for 5 years, and AMD for 5 as well. The biggest career transformation for me was after leaving Dell when I joined Lucent in 2002 and entered supply chain in technology sourcing.

Gartner 74

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FLEXE

APRIL 12, 2016

The Top 5 Modern Logistics Technologies. Today, robotics technologies take many forms and serve a number of important functions in the supply chain, from assembling widgets to reading bar codes to moving products from one area of a warehouse to another. 2) Advanced Inventory Tracking Technologies.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 28

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DynaSys

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

By 2025, more than 50% of supply chain organizations will have a technology leadership role reporting directly to the chief supply chain officer. And to answer those questions, we asked Shaun Philips, Product Director at QAD DynaSys and Ariel Weil, QAD DynaSys’ CEO to give us their predictions of the future of supply chain technology.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The right tech platform, such as the Intelligent Audit platform powered by their freight audit and payment solution, allows you to integrate various shipping systems to create interoperability. It’s a game changer in gaining full visibility and optimizing your logistics network. Downsides of Data Silos.

Analytics Software 52

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 23, 2016

Try asking your logistics management team why your warehouses are located where they are. If answers are vague, it’s probably because your current managers have never actually considered warehouse location from a strategic point of view. As an example, service levels have a profound impact on distribution costs.

Sourcing Strategies 40

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Logility

MAY 31, 2023

According to the Gartner Guide to Use Cases for Network Optimization Capabilities , your company should dig deeper into four areas of your supply chain network design – distribution network optimization, omnichannel fulfillment, manufacturing capacity optimization, and global footprint strategy.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 28, 2017

Today is day three of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation , Freight. This year, most were interested in logistics management trends, and transportation - specifically in the last mile and white glove services.

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