GlobalTranz

JUNE 4, 2015

In the first post our long tme guest blogger, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chai n, gave us 5 core metrics to evaluate supplier performance using supplier quality management and a 4 step process to execute. Review of SQM Metrics and Issues Across 5 Core Industries. #1: Trend Metrics Collected per Site. Medical Devices.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Metrics Quality Material Savings 120

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2019

Technology allows shippers to work smarter, faster and with fewer human resources, and new technologies, such as drones and augmented reality, are continuing the process, reports Victoria Kickham of Logistics Brief. Dropshipping refers to manufacturers sending products directly, but products are purchased through a third-party.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 182

Logistics Network Optimization Software Analytics Software Demand Planning Software Trends 182

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2014

As with the logistics category where we featured 15 most popular blog posts vs. the 10 we covered in the top manufacturing blog posts and supply chain blog posts , we write so many transportation blog posts in that category, we are going to feature the 16 most viewed transportation blog posts. This report outlines the trends they uncovered.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 232

Logistics Network Optimization Software Expense Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 232

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Primary Challenges in an E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Developing an e-commerce shipping strategy is about more than just considering e-commerce; e-commerce may include the omnichannel purchases in which customers use a variety of online and in-store devices and experiences to make a final decision and complete a purchase.

Price Reduction 181

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 181

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2018

Since only 11 Incoterms exist in the Incoterms 2010 ruleset, some companies, as well as purchasers and consumers, may need to know additional information about a product. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. Traceability includes more than the product at the stage of manufacturing.

Manufacturing Procurement 164

Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Software Negotiating Skills 164

GlobalTranz

JULY 17, 2018

Supply Chain Executives May Not Understand Blockchain Technology Although blockchain technology has been a major talking point in the supply chain, 2018 is the year in which blockchain testing programs will become real-world platforms, reports ComputerWorld.com. Download White Paper. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

Supply Chain Planning Software 163

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Planning 163

Logility

JANUARY 26, 2017

The second part of Drucker’s quote, “if you can't measure it, you can't improve it,” really brings home the importance of having the right set of metrics. In the field of supply chain management, we have created an abundance of metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs). requires a different set of metrics.

Procurement Analytics 100

Procurement Analytics Metrics Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner 100

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 30, 2018

The manufacturing industry is experiencing a global boom, and this is the very reason that modern manufacturers need a great ERP solution to improve efficiency. It also provides a steady flow of real and up-to-date information, which makes it easy for manufacturers to complete goods processing and order delivery on time.

Inventory Management Software 122

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Optimization Software 122

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Due to this focus on the customer, consumers will reward those who have taken the leap into supply chain technology implementation by making more purchases, thus increasing revenues.

Supply Chain Design Software 170

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 170

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

Distribution center robots are a force in the Amazon powerhouse, reports the Association for Advancing Automation. When Amazon purchased Kiva robots, distribution center robots became the new “shiny object turned real-world effective object” of e-commerce fulfillment. Download white paper.

Distribution 179

Distribution Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies 179

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Brick-and-Mortar Retail Is Often Left Behind in the Digital Inventory Management Conversation As explained by William Terdoslavich of DMN News , customers expect instant gratification when purchasing products in-store, and the same feeling exists when making an online purchase. Download White Paper. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

Inventory Management Software 121

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory 121

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 28, 2018

Using a combined blockchain and reverse logistics strategy can help alleviate these costs, and supply chain executives need to understand a few things about it Reverse Logistics Carry High Risk in Supply Chain Management Risk within reverse logistics is higher than that and forward logistics. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

Reverse Logistics 121

Reverse Logistics Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 121

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2018

E-commerce is growing faster than ever, and more consumers are leveraging online platforms in making purchasing decisions. In fact, two-thirds of consumer shopping journeys include internet research, reports McKinsey & Company , as well as word-of-mouth recommendations and past experiences. Get Your Free White Paper.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 161

Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Management Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 161

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 12, 2018

In addition, retailers around the globe struggle to stay competitive with the e-commerce behemoth, Amazon, reports Huemor. Get your free white paper. Digitization and automation within the supply chain will become major trends in e-commerce logistics, and power shippers to move more product, and at lower costs.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 186

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Trends 186

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2018

Even in blockchain, errors in data entry will result in continuous compounding negative effects and incorrect supply chain analytics insight. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. An Introduction to Blockchain and Its Potential Benefits and Drawbacks in Supply Chain Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 121

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Pharmaceutical 121

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 8, 2018

Business-to-business (B2B) purchasers have a stake in ensuring B2B suppliers, partners, and distributors can fulfill orders and provide enough information about such transactions to meet end-user demands. In other words, the same demands of consumers exist in B2B purchasers. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 120

GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2018

billion with FedEx’s purchase of GENCO Distribution System Inc., reports the United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General. In conjunction with greater customer demands for low-cost, easy returns, shippers must understand the role of parcel in reverse logistics with greater resolve. Download Here.

Reverse Logistics 150

Reverse Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Cost Reduction Strategies 150

Logility

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

The report provides a cautionary, optimistic view of the coming months saying, “Many unsettled issues are still outstanding […]. It is no longer just about slashing costs, you have to reduce costs and improve service levels at the same time. White Paper: Successful Sales and Operations Planning in 5 Steps.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction 100

Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 16, 2013

I recently completed a study of 25 CPO’s, each providing their view of what procurement will look like in 2025. You can download the full report at this link. Procurement has a history that is linked in the core concepts of centralization, volume leveraging, and cost reduction.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Study 60

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

This is pushing companies, even competitors, to combine supply chain operations on shared networks in order to reduce costs. [ 3D Printing : Almost 20% of manufacturers are already using 3D printing in their business to some extent. Manufacturing Geek , @CamstarSystems ]. Download the white paper! Let us know!

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 120

Logility

JANUARY 16, 2018

I was guilty of this from time to time when I led a demand-planning group because we were evaluated on forecast accuracy as one of our key metrics. The value generated by improved forecast accuracy comes from how that improvement is used to enable cost reductions, synchronize production and enhance customer service.

Supply and Demand 102

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Software Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Software 102

Supply Chain Insights

MAY 22, 2017

There are research reports, white papers and even YouTube videos galore on the topic of ROI for trade promotion. Many of the current trade promotion solutions provide analytical tools and optimization engines that deliver “ROI” results from an array of different combinations of promotional tactics. Amen, Brad.

Supply Chain Planning Software 110

Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software Optimization Software 110

The Network Effect

OCTOBER 1, 2014

But with the power of the internet and the large number of manufacturing companies selling online, today’s B2B customer is shopping online for prices. In fact, 92% of all B2B customers say having a physical location where they can easily purchase or pick up product is extremely or very important.

Price Reduction 146

Price Reduction Purchasing Skills Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 146

Logility

JUNE 28, 2017

Process chemical manufacturers face complex supply chain challenges including dealing with hazardous and perishable ingredients whose characteristics (potency, color, composition, etc.) I believe there are several key ingredients to formulating a winning process manufacturing supply chain. can vary from lot to lot.

Chemicals 100

Chemicals Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

synchrono

JANUARY 31, 2017

LNS Research blogger Mark Davidson said, “When it comes to metrics, it’s often said that what gets measured gets done.”. I have found this to be true when working with many different manufacturers. Metrics for Action. These Metrics for Action are not intended for overall business analysis.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Metrics Manufacturing 40

Logility

AUGUST 17, 2016

Process manufacturers face a highly complex supply chain challenge. Add to these factors such as razor-thin margins, SKU-proliferation, globalization, and products that tend to be heavy, bulky and/or expensive to move and it quickly becomes apparent why process manufacturing supply chains are very challenging.

Material Savings 100

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 100

synchrono

JUNE 19, 2017

Jessica Twentyman reported in the Financial Times , that for many manufacturers, supply chain collaboration is stuck in the dark ages. Supply Chain Market reported the closest any manufacturer can get to the magic bullet of efficiency (collaboration) is through greater supply chain visibility.

Real-time Visibility 85

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 85

Logility

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Imagine planning, purchasing, manufacturing, and logistics required to deliver presents to every good boy and girl in the world in one night. Santa was interested in discussing ways to optimize his manufacturing network. Quite a feat that even Amazon and UPS might not be quite up to.

Supply Chain Planning Software 51

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Scenario Planning S&OP 51

Logility

APRIL 10, 2017

In many cases you will discover that processes like demand, inventory, replenishment, and manufacturing planning are limited by a lack of software capability. A SCP SOR improves processes and leads to better planning, which in turn reduces inventories, drives down costs, improves customer service, and increases revenues.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 100

Logility

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Aberdeen reported that 65% of S&OP time is spent gathering, collating, verifying, and manipulating data. ” The objective of a mature S&OP process is to ensure supply capabilities (manufacturing, purchasing, distribution, etc.) Related Content: White Paper: The Practical Approach to S&OP.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning S&OP 100

QAD

JUNE 13, 2023

It’s no secret that putting all of your eggs in one basket probably isn’t the best idea, but that’s exactly what manufacturers around the world have been doing for years in offshoring production to China. That includes front-end forecasting and planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics and import/export.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement 98

USC Consulting Group

JULY 21, 2020

Yet for business leaders – especially manufacturers and shippers – the words “unpredictability” and “uncertainty” will likely epitomize 2020, as they’re something organizations continue to experience as the country and consumers emerge from the nationwide lockdown amid supply chain disruption.

Supply Chain Disruption 72

Supply Chain Disruption Modeling Supply and Demand Demand Planning Software 72

Jaggaer

JANUARY 14, 2020

Whether your organization is purchasing raw steel, injection molded plastics, or fully finished office supplies and IT equipment, a st reamlined P2P system can be a game changer. Curiously enough, big companies that are providing raw materials to other P2P companies tend to have their procure-to-pay be less of a focus,” Charles says.

Material Savings 40

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Negotiating Skills 40

Supply Chain View from the Field

AUGUST 11, 2015

I have been having a number of fascinating interviews with Chief Procurement Officers this past week on the subject of procurement analytics and supply management risk. But when companies do further analytics on excessive inventory, they eventually realize that about 80% of it is non-critical.

Purchasing Skills 60

Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 60

EcoVadis

MARCH 31, 2017

Many procurement teams are finding holistic approach can provide huge advantages. No matter what sector your business is in, you will source across dozens or even hundreds of purchasing categories, particularly when you consider indirect spend where many risks can be hidden. which can vary by geography.

Procurement Solutions 56

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 56

Unleashed

JULY 11, 2021

Sustainability certifications help consumers identify whether or not a product or manufacturer is sustainable. Across Europe, EPDs are routinely factored into personal and corporate level purchasing and supply chain management decisions. Equally, regular monitoring, testing, and reporting is required.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Manufacturing Procurement New Zealand Waste Reduction 98

Bristlecone

OCTOBER 29, 2020

For one manufacturing client, a recent diagnostics assessment identified key opportunities in supply chain planning process improvements, logistics optimization and reporting enhancements. New client engagements in life sciences, hi-tech and manufacturing. Procurement solutions for contracts and commerce automation.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Modeling 52