ToolsGroup

JANUARY 21, 2025

Returns Management and Integration With 35% of online purchases being returned, predominantly to physical stores, retailers are grappling with the ripple effects on inventory management. Retailers implementing advanced rebalancing solutions are seeing measurable improvements in full-price sell-through and markdown reduction.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

FRAYT provides ongoing training and support to help preferred drivers improve their skills and stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulations. Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service. The Greenscreens.ai

Negotiating Skills 290

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Nick is Co-founder of Sync Logistics Training is a joint venture between Metafora + Kinetic, a Learning Management Software that gives brokerages the power to transfer years of industry knowledge to new hire employees in an engaging and effective platform. With Sync Logistics Training companies can: Reduce the burden on management.

Negotiating Skills 246

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Precoro

AUGUST 26, 2021

Purchasing? Although quite similar, procurement and purchasing are two distinctive processes , and understanding the difference between them can help facilitate your organization’s success. Scroll down to find: Procurement and purchasing: side-by-side comparison table ; Procurement and purchasing defined. Purchasing.

Pricing Training 98

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

on-highway diesel fuel prices are up $0.898 from the end of August 2020. The forthcoming infrastructure bill may contain funds to help assist shipper needs, such as grants to increase the number of driver training facilities and kickbacks to carriers that implement added safety measures. According to the?

Prescriptive Analytics Software 308

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Precoro

JULY 16, 2023

The purchasing department plays a critical role in the success of an organization. Thought-out practices and well-managed workflows within the purchasing department are crucial for making sure that the company has the necessary resources available at the right time and at a reasonable cost.

Pricing Training 98

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 9, 2025

By engaging in rigorous supplier selection and negotiation, companies can secure better pricing and ensure higher quality standards. Key Benefits of Smart Solutions Data-Driven Decision-Making Smart solutions provide real-time data analysis, offering insights into market trends, supplier performance, and pricing fluctuations.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2024

Do you dream of confidently navigating the ever-changing procurement world, not confused with what procurement training to opt for? The SCMDOJO Procurement Track isn’t just another training program – it’s your key to unlocking a commanding presence in the field.

Pricing Training 105

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

Concurrent macro forces–material shortages, war, shifts in consumer buying patterns, logistics constraints, inflation/recession, and climate change– are reshaping today’s reality necessitating the need for a supply chain reset button. The impact varies by supply chain sector and value chain. The cycle is just beginning.

Supply Chain Design Software 259

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Freightos

JULY 31, 2024

Historically, we were able to use technology to wrangle standardization for things like pricing and rating, helping ExFreight emerge as the first digital forwarder. So we are currently experimenting with using the trained LLM developed for our chatbot, combined with filtering tools, to automate responses to various email inquiries.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 177

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

When assessing bids following an eAuction, the process typically involves a combination of automated tools and human decision-making, especially when evaluating factors beyond just price. Since reverse auctions focus heavily on price competitiveness, this can be easily done with sourcing software tools.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

And if the user has to enter the same data into a chatbot that they would enter into a pricing tool to generate a quote, then they’ll just use the pricing tool. The existing products in this area are priced competitively in relation to labor costs in developed countries. The model would be trained on our own customer data.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

What’s more, bots don’t require paychecks, benefits, vacations, training or other workforce overhead. A January 2021 DOT report suggests that “only 48% of trucking firms would be able to buy the technology in the decade after it becomes available.” Knowing the details will equip you to either negotiate or hold tight based on facts.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2014

According to the American Trucking Association, this is happening in an industry that already faced an average annual driver turnover rate of 99% in 2013, as well as hiring and training costs that range from $3,500 to $5,000 per driver, depending on experience. Negotiate Timely Payment Schedules.

Expense Reduction 244

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 23, 2022

E-commerce continues to grow yearly and it’s estimated that it will make up 30% of retail purchasing by 2024. But today, there are more delivery options than ever before, including locker pickups, buy online pick-up in store (BOPIS) and alternate delivery locations. The growth of e-commerce and its impact on retailers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 281

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Note the lack of training on next-generation supply chain thinking in Figure 1. Until there are clear answers, business leaders should avoid buying software from companies with deep investments by venture capitalists. Kinaxis Purchase of Rubikloud. The Rubikloud acquisition was a $60M cash purchase. Evolution is messy.

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Precoro

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Nowadays, procurement departments not only focus on the day-to-day buying operations but also search for the most efficient ways to go about them. Thorough analysis allows procurement professionals to surface, visualize, and present purchasing patterns, which are then evaluated by the stakeholders. From whom are we buying?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the following economic sanctions spiked energy prices and created new sourcing challenges for certain agricultural products and raw materials. This means they are more likely to focus on value and affordability and change their priorities and brand preferences when making purchases.

Supply Chain Planning Software 265

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Protectionism, populism, nationalism is to a large degree attractive to many people today just because of this purely price oriented foundation of trade. In lieu of enlightened environmental scruples on the international trade negotiating level – activists have had to step in to try and create transparency and responsible practices.

Negotiating Skills 261

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 21, 2019

According to Nasdaq, by 2040, 95% of purchases will be facilitated through e-commerce. More and more customers are willing to pay higher prices if they get their products delivered on their timeline which may include a specific delivery window or white-glove service. Their expertise in these areas guarantees strong performance.

Trends 236

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Whether you’re just starting your journey or a seasoned pro looking to level up, choosing the right training path is crucial. Comprehensive Curriculum: MCIPS covers a broad spectrum of topics, from procurement principles and strategies to contract management, negotiation, and ethical considerations.

Negotiating Skills 59

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Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The dynamic landscape of modern business comes with increasing product variety and volatile prices, making it more important than ever to stay competitive on the market. As part of the larger procurement process, sourcing involves finding and evaluating suppliers for goods or services that need to be purchased.

Negotiating Skills 105

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

But what’s a sourcing agency or sourcing agent and how does it make buying things easier? Let’s uncover the mystery behind the role of sourcing agencies and see how they make the job of buying things much simpler. They play a big role in making sure the whole process of buying things goes smoothly from start to finish.

Purchasing Skills 104

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 28, 2021

The group needed a clear market signal on consumption patterns and the translation of demand with minimal latency to optimize price, mix, and schedule the factory to manage margin. Consumers constantly change the mix preferences in purchases. Somedays, the focus is on steaks or ribs and the next on the purchase of ground or cubed meat.

Supply Chain Planning Software 233

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Here is a list of some common procurement synonyms: Sourcing Acquisition Purchasing Buying Procuring Acquiring Obtaining Securing Obtaining Stocking Resourcing Attaining Gaining Fetching Obtaining Now let’s get into the meanings of some of these synonyms for procurement: 1.

Negotiating Skills 105

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JUNE 19, 2024

Customer Preferences: Analyse customer behaviour, preferences, and buying patterns. Understanding cost to serve is critical before commencing distributor negotiations. Understand their market positioning, pricing, and promotional tactics. Identify key customer segments and their specific needs.

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Jaggaer

MARCH 20, 2025

Additionally, institutions must remain adaptable to changes in compliance requirements related to federal grant-funded purchases, sustainability mandates, or supplier diversity policies. Decentralized buying often results in fragmented contracts with inconsistent pricing and terms. Ensuring compliance with federal (e.g.,

Education 52

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The model can ‘reason’ to solve complex scientific problems and performs at par with leading-edge software from US tech giants, but was apparently developed at a fraction of the price of those models. 5] OpenAI says it found evidence that DeepSeek used OpenAI proprietary models to train its models.

China 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The translation of ripple effects of short supply, pricing, quality issues, and freight shifts affects how to source, make, and deliver processes should align. Sadly I observed that as the training and knowledge sharing over the last two decades became more available, it was also less valuable as the supply chain became more mainstream.

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Procurement Academy

JULY 19, 2024

This might seem straightforward, but a thorough assessment can uncover areas where you can consolidate purchases, standardize specifications or negotiate better terms. Taking the time to invest in these relationships can lead to better prices, quality, and reliability.

Cost Reduction Strategies 90

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 13, 2021

Governments have spent considerable time, effort and political capital negotiating such agreements. On the other hand, many companies do not or cannot allocate sufficient, or sufficiently trained, resources, either in-house or external, to allow a proper analysis and evaluation of the options. What might businesses want to consider?

Pricing Training 245

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In this ERP pricing guide: Quick recap: What is ERP? All critical business systems can be integrated by ERP, from payroll and HR to inventory management, customer relationship management, purchasing, sales, shipping and more. – Training. How much of a deal you can negotiate. – Internal system configurations.

Purchasing Skills 98

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Freightos

JANUARY 8, 2019

Kuehne+Nagel was one of the first big freight forwarders to have price quotes and self-service directly on their homepage. Not to mention price quotes and other paperwork, customs forms, certificates of origin. This undermines the whole point of a fixed price tender. You never tell your customer what your buy rate is.

Freight 166

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AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

There is an extensive horizon between the date of a supply decision (for instance, purchasing livestock feed or specific fertilizers) and its final result (the sale of the processed and packaged product). Providing training and education on the process and any enabling technology is necessary as well.

S&OP 278

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Precoro

JULY 15, 2024

The CPO leads the company's acquisition programs and ensures that they are purchasing goods and contracting services on time and in a cost efficient way. Making sure these purchases are of high quality and compliant with relevant laws and regulations also falls under the CPO’s responsibilities.

Negotiating Skills 105

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

It puts you in control of your stock, allowing for optimized inventory levels, better demand forecasting, and improved purchase planning. You can use employee-owned mobile devices or tablets for inventory tracking purposes, eliminating the need to purchase additional hardware and reducing overall costs.

Inventory Management Software 92

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 23, 2023

” Noel is one of the 84 sign-ups in my outside-in training (five virtual classes starting next week), and I hope that he has a better understanding at the end of the class. The order latency is the time from purchase by the end consumer to the visibility of the order. Why is there a discontinuous line on the model?”

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