GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2018

Meanwhile, more companies are turning to entities outside of the company, like third-party logistics or integrators (3PLs and 3PIs) to manage omnichannel supply chains , reports Maarten Baltussen of Supply Chain Digital. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018.

Supply Chain Design Software 138

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Omnichannel Analytics Software 138

Logility

APRIL 2, 2020

More advanced ones can structure and clean the data before dumping it into a format for reporting. 3 Get the metrics right. Supplier metrics should be captured about monthly. Building a new supplier scorecard program can have a major impact on the costs and value of your procurement and purchasing functions.

Negotiating Skills 157

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Purchasing Skills 157

NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 30, 2018

One of our newest SCRC partners, Siemens Building Technologies, recently shared their insights on creating an analytics strategy. This effort was led by the Chief Procurement Officer for Siemens BT, Carl Oberland, but has recently been rolled out across the global organization.

Procurement Analytics 60

Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Analytics 60

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.”. Mark also writes: “Metrics that have the attention of business and manufacturing leaders tend to be those that get measured and improved upon by their employee teams.”. Metrics for Action.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Metrics Manufacturing 40

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

Logility

AUGUST 23, 2016

Most likely the company will still need to forecast raw materials, purchased components, and/or sub-assemblies to be able to meet customer demand. Related Content: White Paper: Are All Products Created Equal? However, what is often overlooked is that moving to a pull strategy does not eliminate the need for a forecast.

Forecasting 100

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

With more consumers turning to e-commerce, it’s important for businesses of all sizes to bolster the supply chain to handle the e-commerce business model. According to research conducted by BigCommerce , the top three factors that influence consumers’ online purchasing decisions are convenience, cost and free shipping.

Warehousing 98

Warehousing Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Logility

AUGUST 17, 2016

Supply chain planning systems receive the forecast as input and plans the purchasing of materials, making of products, and overall operation of your supply chain. The system helps you improve availability, reduce costs, and manage your network of manufacturing facilities and sales channels to hit ever-increasing profit targets.

Material Savings 100

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 100

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. How do suppliers CSR performance compare to their peers?

Procurement Solutions 56

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 56

Logility

JUNE 28, 2017

A supply chain planning system receives forecasts and plans the purchase of materials, production, inventory placement and delivery to customers. Aligning and integrating key performance metrics across the extended supply chain is difficult. White Paper: Planning Optimized – Building a Sustainable Competitive Advantage.

Chemicals 100

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

6 River Systems

AUGUST 19, 2020

A white paper published by DHL found that inefficient handling of supply chains causes high costs, wasted resources, and reduced agility. Leverage big bata, analytics and optimization Supply chains were driven by numbers and statistics for a long time.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Sustainability 59

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

RFgen

MAY 5, 2016

CNN reported that CRF Frozen Foods expanded their voluntary recall of products in May 2016. A Tyco Security food defense report found that once consumers hear a product is recalled, 15 percent of them will never purchase that item again. Salmonella and listeria are primary concerns for modern grocery shoppers.

Food 52

Food Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Procurement Analytics 52

RFgen

MAY 5, 2016

CNN reported that CRF Frozen Foods expanded their voluntary recall of products in May 2016. A Tyco Security food defense report found that once consumers hear a product is recalled, 15 percent of them will never purchase that item again. Salmonella and listeria are primary concerns for modern grocery shoppers.

Food 52

Food Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Procurement Analytics 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Case in point: research firm Gartner includes the speed of inventory turns as a key metric in its annual Top 25 List recognizing companies for their excellence in Supply Chain. They use advanced ERP software and S&OP strategy to match supply with demand, and turn over inventory faster and faster.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Arena Solutions

JULY 8, 2021

It brings all of the mechanical, electrical, and software designs together and shares them with the entire product team—from quality to procurement to manufacturing, including external supply chains. best-practice guides, white papers, newsletters) after go-live? White Papers. 9 Essential Elements of PLM Software.

Supply Chain Design Software 88

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Modeling Software 88

Zipline Logistics

MARCH 18, 2020

It currently just uses on-time metrics to grade suppliers and the store’s retail buyers can base purchasing decisions on a brand’s delivery performance. Download the free white paper to learn more about how data can be used to reduce logistics spend while improving supply chain performance.

Vendor Strategies 52

Vendor Strategies Procurement Analytics Buyer Training Supply Chain Planning Software 52

6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Today’s warehouses implement solutions such as collaborative mobile robots , automated picking solutions , warehouse analytics and warehouse management systems (WMS) to increase efficiency and accommodate demand. These cost savings can translate to lower prices for goods and services for consumers.

Warehousing 52

Warehousing Analytics Software Supply Chain Software Price Reduction 52

synchrono

JULY 9, 2018

For example, let’s say you want to implement predictive maintenance in your organization to reduce unplanned downtime. You either purchase or retrofit your equipment with intelligence, and you invest in applications like SyncView ® to improve shop floor visibility. Visualizing Metrics in the Factory of the Future .

Demand Planning Software 55

Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 55

o9 Solutions

JANUARY 25, 2023

The DPP is a proposed policy solution to support more sustainable production, circular business models, enable consumers in making more informed purchasing decisions and to allow authorities to verify compliance with legal obligations. What is the digital product passport (DPP)? Berger et al.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Predictive Analytics Software 52

E2open

AUGUST 24, 2018

The broad range of incentive programs offered by vendors—including MDF, rebates, SPIFs, end-user purchase incentives, and even deal registration—make the challenge of isolating the effectiveness of any one program seem daunting. Delivered.

Procurement Analytics 60

Procurement Analytics Metrics Price Mitigation Strategies Supply and Demand 60

RFgen

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Inventory accuracy: This metric measures the number of items listed as in-stock against the total found within spare part and raw material caches. Manufacturing.net reported that this figure should be in the 95 percent range. According to Modern Materials Handling, 10 percent is the optimal target for both metrics.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Metrics Optimization Software Procurement Solutions 52

RFgen

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Inventory accuracy: This metric measures the number of items listed as in-stock against the total found within spare part and raw material caches. Manufacturing.net reported that this figure should be in the 95 percent range. According to Modern Materials Handling, 10 percent is the optimal target for both metrics.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Metrics Optimization Software Procurement Solutions 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. White Papers. |. cities with these lockers in-place are located in states that already collect sales taxes for online purchases. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Innovation 28

GlobalTranz

APRIL 24, 2018

Customer activity has increased, and some employees are actually sending their personal purchases to work address. Growth of e-commerce is expected to result in a 20-percent increase in parcel shipping in 2018, reports Tom Hazel of Parcel MEDIA. Download white paper.

Freight 120

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Vendor Strategies Procurement Analytics 120

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Perhaps this is why, so many LTL shippers make purchasing decisions based on price alone. Key Process Indicators vs. Metrics. A metric is any standard of measurement (number of carriers, inventory turns, average shipment weight, etc.). This means that while all KPIs are metrics, not all metrics are KPIs.

Cost Reduction Strategies 114

Cost Reduction Strategies KPI Price Reduction Expense Reduction 114

GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2015

Given that our proprietary TMS, the Cerasis Rater , provides multiple reports, giving our shippers’ many insights, this post is quite appropriate, just like getting the data that is meaningful , in order to make the best decisions for your business possible. . Driver wages represent 26% of costs. On-time pickups.

Benchmarking 120

Benchmarking Purchasing Skills Analysis Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Invata Intralogistics

JUNE 15, 2021

The Missing Metric of Customer Loyalty… The reality that many miss is the fact that the companies with the competitive edge are the ones that retain customers. (If They also cost less to serve. 1 As excerpted from the white paper: The Economics Behind Customer Loyalty. Earl Sasser Jr. SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION.

Modeling Software 96

Modeling Software Cost Reduction Strategies Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 96

6 River Systems

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Picking also directly impacts the throughput metric, hence improving the productivity and speed of the picking process, which directly improves the throughput of the distribution center. ’ reports OSHA. Purchase dynamic equipment. Make the warehouse space work for you and not the other way around.”

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 52

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 1, 2016

In addition, technology gives shippers visibility to and reporting on all shipments. Do your shipment sizes and purchase orders (POs) vary? Potentially, that means more LTL or partial shipments, plus linear foot charges and cubic capacity rules that can add to process requirements and costs.

Vendor Strategies 34

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Retail 34

Invata Intralogistics

JUNE 15, 2021

The Missing Metric of Customer Loyalty… The reality that many miss is the fact that the companies with the competitive edge are the ones that retain customers. (If They also cost less to serve. If there’s any doubt, do a little research on the customer loyalty statistics for Amazon and Amazon Prime.) Earl Sasser Jr.

Modeling Software 40

Modeling Software Cost Reduction Strategies Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 40