GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

Additional opportunities can be reached through transportation optimization whether using a 3PL or 4PL. It's important to understand how transportation optimization can work well with managed transportation service providers to attain that goal. Defining Transportation Optimization.

Optimal Sourcing 317

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Optimization 317

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 1, 2023

In contrast, those who outperformed were better at strategy and aligned with outcomes. Instead, the starting point, as shown in Figure 1, should start with a clear understanding of business strategy. The operating strategy–a major part of the supply chain strategy–flows from the business strategy.

Inventory Reduction 246

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. Infor, with anticipated revenues of $3.4 We just want them solved.”

Vendor Strategies 263

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 19, 2022

The trade with Asia we take for granted today was only possible by mitigating a significant supply chain trade-off – reducing costs without appreciable impacts to quality and service. Supply chain optimization has also improved in significant ways that can address these trade-offs better than before.

Optimal Sourcing 266

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Similarly, UPS uses its ORION system, which integrates real-time and historical data to optimize delivery routes, saving fuel and enhancing delivery reliability. Real-time route optimization allows fleets to adapt to dynamic conditions such as traffic and weather, minimizing fuel consumption and delivery delays.

Supply Chain Planning Software 242

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Logility

JULY 30, 2024

Continuous network optimization recognizes that supply chains are complex organisms. Continuous network optimization creates an environment where supply chain planning operates at the next level. That’s where continuous network optimization comes into the picture. No longer does a modeler have to manually create a new model.

Network Optimization Software 198

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

For organizations layered in functional metrics and driving a cost agenda, this is a tough nut to crack. During the pandemic, companies struggled with planning systems turning off the optimizers, and using the technology as a system of record. Rationalize global strategies to focus on building markets based on in-market sourcing.

Supply Chain Planning Software 388

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 15, 2021

The Dual Platform Strategy takes into account your current operational and technology environment, and streamlines it with a business network layer that connects all trading partners and key IT systems to a single version of the truth. A Dual Platform Strategy delivers a number benefits in key areas.

Inventory Reduction 259

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 15, 2023

Use of Supply Chain Descriptors Most organizations are locked into functional silos driven by functional metrics. Stuck in a rut, supply chain leaders try to punch their way through a set of conflicting metrics and priorities each day. The metrics defining success in manufacturing and procurement do not align.

Manufacturing Procurement 448

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

Second, they adapt over time as market structures and strategies evolve. Third, they align the interests of all the firms in the supply network so that companies optimize the chain’s performance when they maximize their interests. The delivery against goals starts with leadership and a clear strategy. Buffer strategies.

Supply Chain Planning Software 317

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Logility

JULY 30, 2024

Continuous network optimization recognizes that supply chains are complex organisms. Continuous network optimization creates an environment where supply chain planning operates at the next level. That’s where continuous network optimization comes into the picture. No longer does a modeler have to manually create a new model.

Network Optimization Software 183

Network Optimization Software Network Optimization Modeling Supply Chain Network Software 183

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

For senior leaders, understanding and integrating the three pillars of sustainability—environmental, social, and economic—into supply chain strategies is essential. Meanwhile, advances in AI-driven route optimization reduce unnecessary mileage, cutting emissions and costs. Reducing carbon emissions is a cornerstone of this effort.

Waste Reduction 244

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JULY 3, 2024

Catalyst Phase Overview The Catalyst Phase is the execution stage where the selected distributor(s) are integrated into your distribution network and the strategies developed during the blueprint phase are put into action. Track metrics such as sales volume, market share, inventory levels, and customer satisfaction.

Inventory Reduction 200

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Price Mitigation Strategies 200

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

The answer is to increase modeling, evaluate sourcing strategies, and build the right push/pull decoupling points. Due to the lack of design of work processes, the output from the technology is sub-optimal. Here I share three strategies to consider to eradicate some of the barriers. The result will be more work for planners.

Supply Chain Design Software 309

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2024

Training ensued, and the expectation of changing work was shared. We explore the concept of holistic inventory strategies focused on the form and function of inventory. The shift from Inside-out to Outside-in is impossible using a crawl, walk, and run strategy. Lack of aligned metrics. Instead, we need to Jump.

Inventory Reduction 403

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

I want to broaden the discussions to focus on policy, strategy, and rules automation, but most groups cannot help themselves. Companies speak about moving from a functional metric focus to managing corporate metrics, but this does not happen. They want to keep discussing models and engines to reduce costs.

Cost Reduction Strategies 376

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 27, 2022

Actual) Strategies for Managing Stress in the Workplace. And the strategies you can add to your daily routine. Steve Pogson, Founder & E-commerce Strategy Lead, FirstPier. 9 Stress Management Strategies to Overcome Burnout. Here are the nine strategies you can practice and look to employ in your own life.

Sourcing Strategies 296

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Transitioning to Renewable Energy The shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy is vital for mitigating the environmental impact of logistics. Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs.

Optimal Sourcing 143

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 143

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Agents: Robotic agents, agent-based optimization, and chatbots formulate suggested actions from query, market shifts, or exceptions. How do I train and maintain the logic?” At the session, we will discuss the choice of metrics for a balanced scorecard to improve market capitalization/employee by industry.

Supply Chain Planning Software 367

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

Their metrics are often misaligned as well – supply chain focuses on service and procurement focuses on the cost of acquiring materials and services. Optimize sourcing: Focus on optimizing sourcing spend across all categories of products. This approach results in inefficiencies, higher costs, and missed opportunities.

Optimal Sourcing 223

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings 223

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 13, 2024

How aligned do you believe your organization is to drive these metrics? Leaders align metrics and processes to focus on customer service reliability and hold all teams accountable for a balanced scorecard of Growth, Operating Margin, Inventory Turns, Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), and Orders Filled On-time and Complete (OTIF). (

S&OP 349

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Logility

MARCH 21, 2024

During this time, the same AI tools that underwrite new technologies have been key in improving efficiency and optimizing all areas of logistics and supply chain processes including forecasting, supply planning, inventory management, manufacturing, network optimization, and more. trillion parameters.

Optimal Sourcing 224

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Inventory Reduction 224

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

By harnessing the power of data science and analytics, you can gain end-to-end visibility across your entire network, breaking down information silos and optimizing every stage of your operations. Route Optimization: Calculate the most efficient delivery routes based on several factors. Ready to get started? Let’s dive in.

Optimal Sourcing 84

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 28, 2020

George’s stated goal was an “end-to-end supply chain strategy,” but the verbage rambled in a non-sensical cycle of monosyllabic industry slang when asked to define it. Educate all of the Georges of the world by getting good at modeling and build asset and inventory strategies based on both bias and error. The So What?

Supply Chain Planning Software 418

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Clear operating strategy and definition of supply chain excellence across plan, source, make and deliver. A shift from functional metrics to a balanced scorecard. I like the use of growth, margin, inventory turns, Return on Invested Capital, customer service and ESG metrics. I write this post as a guide. Drives Value.

S&OP 333

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DELMIA Quintiq

APRIL 15, 2020

This tells us that one of the focal points for increasing customer satisfaction within last mile delivery includes optimized delivery options. Finding the optimal balance between ever-changing consumer needs and operational costs is an ongoing challenge. Choose software that integrates multiple systems and optimizes planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 271

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 271

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The latter refers to a single variable standard (SVS), by which one metric, such as cases per hour, is expected to tell all. If so, MVS is a form of work measurement designed to gauge the time it takes for a trained worker to accomplish a specific task to an acceptable level of performance. Spotting areas for further training.

Supply Chain Design Software 238

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2022

At each company, there is a relationship between the metrics of growth, margin, inventory, customer service, and asset strategy. For the purpose of this article, I will use Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) as the proxy metric to discuss asset utilization.) Understanding this relationship requires modeling. (A A Case Study.

Procurement Analytics 339

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 9, 2021

This included one-number forecasting, Integrated Business Planning (with tight integration to the budget), labor arbitrage strategies (chasing low-cost labor with extended supply chains), and tax-efficient supply chain strategies. Focus on functional metrics without alignment to a balanced scorecard to drive value. Mistake #3.

Supply Chain Planning Software 360

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2021

What is the Perfect Delivery Metric? Improving on this metric will always involve a focus on people and processes, but often also includes implementing new, more robust, supply chain applications. The wrong metrics drive suboptimal behaviors and metrics can often be manipulated. Third is to deliver on time.

Sourcing Strategies 271

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Ultimately, what KPIs, as metrics and indicators derived from the set of plans are taken into account and prepared for each scenario. Here, planning solutions with optimization fit very well with this concept. Technology for Effective Planning. The best decision here takes into account the most viable option among all possible options.

Supply Chain Planning Software 296

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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. It can then generate new content using prompts that resemble the original training data. Generative AI is all about scale.

Optimal Sourcing 244

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2021

Using balance sheet data from 2011 to 2019, we chart companies’ progress by peer group on rate of improvement and performance in the metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). Leaders put meaning into their strategies. Most are just that words. They lack meaning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 370

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 17, 2024

However, as carbon taxes and emissions reporting requirements continue increasing, supply chain professionals face mounting pressures from inside and outside their organizations to measure and improve performance against new, nebulous sustainability metrics. Freight transportation makes up over 10% of total global carbon emissions.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In today’s training class, we focused on determining the balanced scorecard. Based on the work with Georgia Tech, we are getting clear on which metrics matter by industry. As companies adopt a balanced scorecard, the functional metrics shift to a focus on reliability. There are 192 different ways to cut-up a cow.

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