Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing collectively contribute significantly to carbon emissions, making these areas critical for meaningful change. Senior leaders must think beyond incremental improvements, embracing systemic innovation to achieve significant environmental impact.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Make no mistake: AI is indeed a once-in-a-generation technological paradigm shift and a transformative force for business reinvention. As it turns out, there are a certain number of “scheduling use cases” that require a warehouse manager to leave our system and work within another vendor’s app. But AI is no panacea.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

Currently, most driverless opportunities are limited to secure private zones or closed environments, such as warehouses, campus environments or last mile runs from depot to front door. An impressive case study to be sure, but alas, the cost of the technology is still prohibitive for most companies. Curiouser and Curiouser.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2023

These same pundits also predict that AI could lead to increases in global GDP by trillions of dollars in the same time frame. However, AI’s inability to solve the very limited problem of ensuring that inventory is located in the right place in a warehouse suggests that planners don’t have to worry too much about job security.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

End-to-end supply chain visibility, planning, and execution support software are critical in agile supply chain performance. CPG companies that utilize an autonomous supply chain technology see a reduction in their inventory and cost and an increase in revenue. each with discrete plans generated typically in sequential batch runs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 30, 2024

Cheap spot rates and rock-bottom contract pricing have been a welcome relief for shippers — albeit brutal for truckers — looking to preserve cash flow and protect margins in what many predict will be a higher-for-longer interest rate environment.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 9, 2022

Manufacturers rely on data and their ERP platform to answer critical questions: What are our inventory levels? BI and analytics have gone mainstream, as evidenced by Snowflake’s (a data warehousing company) transformation from a startup into a $63 billion company in just ten years. How much does it cost us to manufacture this product?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

With the purpose of optimizing supply chain efficiency and asset recovery rates, applying a reverse logistics system has increasingly become a tool that positively impacts profitability as well as assisting an organization in meeting sustainability goals. 6 Benefits of an Effective Reverse Logistics System. Increased velocity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Being listed on a last-mile-delivery service platform and reaching a much broader customer base beyond the neighbors became a must-have for survival. It includes all of its elements: customers, sales channels, products, warehouses, logistics network, and the interactions between them. Here are the steps to take for going digital: .

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the age of same-day delivery and rising consumer expectations, there is immense pressure on warehouses to perform at peak efficiency. That’s where warehouse optimization comes in. Here’s what you can expect: A clear definition of warehouse optimization and its core components. Ready to get started?

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Cloud-based logistics and warehouse management are combining with B2B networks to enable multi-tier fulfillment. Select your technology partners based on reliability and flexibility for ecommerce capabilities and aggressively build a multi-tier available-to-promise (ATP) signal to enable drop shipments and merge in transit capabilities.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

2022 Realities vs 2023 Predictions. While many transportation leaders would say the greatest challenge following extreme weather events is the impact on short-term rates and budgets, the potential impact on production facilities and warehouses can be just as significant. by John Lash , Group Vice President, Product Marketing, E2open.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 22, 2020

I want to let you in on a secret: software companies are happy to sell you something you don’t need. For example, I get many requests for business intelligence (BI) tools; mostly because they want to monitor symptoms. For example, I get many requests for business intelligence (BI) tools; mostly because they want to monitor symptoms.

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Accelogix

AUGUST 12, 2020

This blog is a guest post from Paul Patin, Chief Technology Officer at Logistiview. He explains his personal journey from supply chain AI/ML skeptic to optimistic believer and how these technologies will radically transform supply chain planning and warehouse automation in the future. I love technology. I love gadgets.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 6, 2020

Tom, the colorful warehouse manager, constantly heckled Frank for the increasing inventory levels while Ed, the quiet material/logistics manager, constantly questioned if there was a better way. My job, as the plant engineering manager, was to drive innovation and implement technology improvement. Frank had little patience for Ed.

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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. Preparing the next generation to excel in this dynamic field requires more than traditional education methods.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

Additionally, through network strategies, be sure to design your warehouses for flows. Common Platforms: The more that products are standardized and platforms are rationalized, the easier it is to design for agility. Additionally, through network strategies, be sure to design your warehouses for flows.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

With these at play, having agile planning systems which can consume large amounts of internal and external data and provide decision intelligence and decision automation are becoming essential capabilities retailers seek. Now the use of AI/ML is expanding beyond finding insights in data and providing predictions for the future.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, nearly 40,000 attendees comprising 6,200 brands from all over the world headed to the Javits Center to see what new solutions and innovations software and hardware suppliers had in store for 2024 and beyond. Throughout the conference I met with several software and hardware providers to get a glimpse into what they were showcasing.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 6, 2024

They agree that the way to address those challenges is investing in supply chain improvements, particularly advanced technology. A significant focus of these improvement efforts is the application of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and other advanced technologies.

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Logility

JUNE 7, 2023

Top 3 Demand Forecasting Mistakes —How To Avoid Them with Demand planning software Demand forecasting is a critical facet of successful business operations, acting as the helm guiding companies through the rocks hiding beneath the water of market demands. What is Demand Forecasting? Neglecting these can distort your forecast.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2023

A previous supply planning implementation, of an SCP system from a different supplier, had not gone well. When it comes to supply chain planning, the right technology solution can make a big impact on a business’ agility and resilience. 94% of US and Canadian healthcare systems use Cardinal Health in one capacity or another.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 7, 2019

While most consultants and technologists want to sell technology, and are eager to slap in a new piece of software, my caution is to slow down and better understand root issues before having a technology discussion. Divide the analysis into categories: High volume, very predictable demand. Low volume, predictable demand.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

Megatrends (Possibly) Shaping Supply Chain Trends: Technology. The necessity of having a technology scan every few months is becoming essential in today’s world. In doing so, use cases and new tech announcements are gathered and shared across the organization and used as inputs driving the technology roadmap. What has happened?,

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

With its ability to derive insights from vast amounts of data and derive insights, generative AI has emerged as a valuable tool to optimize supply chain operations. AI-based tools already help automate routine tasks and assist decision-making processes across various sectors. Job loss concerns can also hinder progress.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Which emerging technologies will have the most impact? Most of the current repetitive processes like (forecasting, reports, purchase orders & Invoicing) will be automated using various technologies. Advanced technologies like IoT, Machine learning will allow for intelligent, what if actionable scenario to act upon.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Warehouse automation stats show that automation is making a big impact on warehouses and distribution centers. As technology awareness grows, more warehouses and DCs turn to automation to adapt to the changing landscape. The number of private warehouses is growing. Warehouses are increasing in size, as well.

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Logility

AUGUST 25, 2020

Poorly implemented demand planning software mis-forecasts demand for branded sneakers. Demand planning systems unable to forecast demand-slowing associated with economic meltdown. Every company today runs on data – the key to using your data is choosing the right metrics for visibility into your supply chain. The common thread?

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Logility

MARCH 6, 2020

Ability to ingest and use a broad range of data; a system that is ‘greedy’ for data that yield new insights. Stated simply, accuracy, rigor and speed to solution are three characteristics of the Logility digital supply chain platform that includes Machine Learning-based demand planning solutions. Greed for more data.

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Logility

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Thanks to the power of the cloud and advanced analytics, manufacturers can put data to work, gathering information from multiple data sources and taking advantage of machine learning models and visualization platforms to uncover new ways to streamline processes from sourcing to sales. The term of art is data warehousing.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Technology integration: Leveraging digital tools to enhance visibility and decision-making.

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BlueYonder

MAY 16, 2023

Blue Yonder believes continues to showcase its strength in warehouse and supply chain execution solutions. For the 12 th time in a row, we have been named a Leader in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) report 2 —which is every year since the report began!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 20, 2020

Business leaders typically focus on optimising operations and partnership, gaining market share, advancing the use of technology and improving profitability. is beyond information technology and more about exploring what the customer wants. Cyber Physical Systems (CPSs) are key enablers for Industry 4.0. Industry 4.0.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Choosing the right inventory management software , often referred to as an inventory control system, can be the difference between a well-oiled, profit-generating operation and one plagued by costly mistakes and inefficiencies. The right software empowers businesses to take control of their stock, optimize operations, and drive growth.

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Logility

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Thanks to the power of the cloud and advanced analytics, manufacturers can put data to work, gathering information from multiple data sources and taking advantage of machine learning models and visualization platforms to uncover new ways to streamline processes from sourcing to sales. The term of art is data warehousing.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 11, 2022

Efficient warehousing is all about knowing what’s working, what’s failing, and what can be improved. When you measure and analyse the right warehouse KPIs, you can make better-informed business decisions based on real data. That’s why, with so many possible variables to track, it’s critical to know which metrics matter most.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 23, 2023

List of Top 10 Supply Chain Analytics Books 1) Supply Chain Metrics that Matter (Wiley Corporate F&A) 1st Edition This book offers an in-depth guide to understanding the link between corporate financials and supply chain maturity, evaluating the progress of over a hundred companies from 2006-2013.

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