Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

” When I asked the question, I got an answer from LinkedIn that the research focused on digital maturity with SAP. The research is generated by SAP. Use of order patterns to execute a route guide in Transportation Planning (TMS)–route planning, pooling of less than truckload, and load tender.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “No More ‘Set It and Forget It’ – And Other Important Lessons Learned in Transportation Procurement Management.” Read more Important Lessons Learned in Transportation Procurement Management.

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Precoro

JULY 29, 2024

Procurement operations are no exception. In fact, 43% of GPOs that took part in the 2023 Global Chief Procurement Officer Survey cited overall procurement risk had increased significantly as compared to 20% in the 2021 study. Keep reading to learn: What is an online procurement system?

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Freightos

AUGUST 19, 2024

Together, we can offer a complete solution that covers the digital procurement of both spot and contract freight services, across air, ocean, road, and rail. We estimate that tenders account for some 50%-70% of freight procured, at the lower end for air, at the higher end for ocean.

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New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Introduction: Procurement Planning for Distribution-Intensive Businesses Procurement planning is not a widely recognized category of supply chain software, but it should be. This article outlines five key challenges faced by buyers that can be addressed by a new type of procurement planning software, which we call a “buyer’s workbench.”

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2018

These rates will have natural implications for smaller shippers seeking to lower overall transportation and freight spend, and paired with a “blurred lines between peak shipping and shopping seasons,” shippers will experience increasing trouble when trying to procure full truckload capacity. Conducting annual procurement exercises.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 8, 2015

Is there a greater need for supply chain research today than in the past, and if so, why? That was my opening question to Steve Raetz, Director of Research and Market Intelligence at C.H. Robinson , in a recent episode of Talking Logistics titled, “ When Shippers, 3PLS, and Universities Collaborate on Supply Chain Research.”

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E2open

OCTOBER 6, 2022

NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has been positioned by Nucleus Research as a leader in the 2022 Control Tower Technology Value Matrix for the eighth consecutive year, building on its history as a leader since the inception of the report in 2015 and scoring highest in functionality.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Supply Chain Knowledge and Risk Mitigation: Suppliers have a direct impact on direct spend with raw material and transportation costs as two big drivers of operating margins. This means involving procurement in the highest levels of strategic planning and decision-making. Moreover, this solution offers substantial value for suppliers.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 13, 2022

Do month-end or quarter-end freight surges affect your transportation costs? Those familiar with transportation know that month-end or quarter-end freight surges commonly occur, and that your routing guide may not work as well as it usually does during those times. You’re certainly not alone in asking this age-old question!

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 9, 2024

Note: values of this index above 50 are indicative of an expansion of overall logistics industry activity levels ) The summary narrative communicated for July 2024 was indications of “ positive movements in the transportation market contrasting with a moderate contraction in inventories and slowing rates of expansion in the warehousing market.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

And even before they begin, they must realize these problems are too big for any single team—supply chain must connect with finance and procurement to treat the n-tier suppliers as an extended part of their network and become their preferred customer. For this to happen, finance needs to be in lockstep with procurement.

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision of whether or not to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 31, 2024

In parallel, I am involved in several research projects. In other studies, I am working with data scientists and statisticians to glean insights from over sixty quantitative research projects over the last decade. In short, the research tells me that the manufacturing industries are stuck.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2021

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published last week, “Powered by the Network A Platform Approach to Matching Freight Demand with Capacity More Efficiently.” Read more We’re Not in 1980 Anymore: Time to Innovate Transportation Procurement.

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision whether to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies. In the U.S.,

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 3, 2024

” My response, “Sorry Ryan, the research does not support that increased digitalization brought unprecedented levels of connectivity. The research supports that we have not improved supply chain visibility, and we are going backwards in delivering results through supply chain planning.” I am researcher.

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Precoro

OCTOBER 6, 2022

With the global market expansion and deepening supply chain complexity, the roles of procurement leaders have evolved from tactical to strategic. 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. Types of Procurement Analytics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 9, 2021

The continued focus on functional metrics like Purchase Price Variance (PPV), manufacturing costs, Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE), and transportation costs throws the supply chain out of balance. Belief in efficient procurement. Investment in indirect procurement hi-jacked investment in building value networks. Mistake #4.

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TMC

AUGUST 23, 2017

As companies expand globally through mergers or organic growth, many are faced with the decision of whether or not to combine logistics teams and apply a universal truckload procurement strategy across multiple regions. To obtain the most effective results, best practice requires adaptations to truckload procurement strategies.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 31, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group highlights the release of a second published research advisory on the Importance of supply chain and HR alignment for talent lifecycle needs. In late January, we announced general availability of Part One of a three-part research advisory series. Background. Management skills.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 12, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group , through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog, announces the release of a second published research advisory in an overall three-part series: The Importance of Supply Chain and Human Resources Strategy Alignment for Addressing Talent Recruitment and Retention Needs- Part Two. Bob Ferrari.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides our latest update regarding the Red Sea Transport disruption impacting transport movements to and from European and Asian ports. © Copyright 2024, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog. Our prior published update was on January 19 th. All rights reserved.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Near-sourcing : Placing some operations close to where the products are sold to save time and money typically brought on during the transportation process. What is procurement? Once you have a strategy and have spent some time researching products, it’s time to acquire the goods and services your organization has been vetting.

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MIT Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2021

Latin American countries have particular challenges related to truck transport. Identifying key strengths in procurement and management in high-impact countries will support a fast improvement that may boost economic growth in the region. Truck transportation comprises 75% of all freight in Latin America.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Linkedin Comment Donald Cavin Data Warehousing Consultant at Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute. In 2004, I joined AMR Research, a Boston Analyst firm. We are making slow progress on transportation visibility, but not supplier visibility. The reason?

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In this volatile world, efficient procurement led by a CFO is not the answer. The low Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and the growth below the industry average comes from the lack of network design and organizational alignment between new product development, manufacturing, and procurement. What is the issue?

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Marc is the Co-founder and CEO of Fishtail, a Boston based fintech company that empowers freight forwarders to finance the movement and procurement of goods – for small and medium businesses (SMBs) around the world. Marc Held and Joe Lynch discuss the Fishtail story. About Marc Held. About Fishtail. Key Takeaways: The Fishtail Story.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2022

How can companies unlock new value in transportation management? The seminar is based on the research report “From Gut Feelings to Data-Driven. The seminar is based on the research report “From Gut Feelings to Data-Driven. Read more Data-Driven Decision Making: Autonomous Procurement.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 22, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog announces availability of our latest Supply Chain Technology Market Education Research Advisory titled: Caution and Oversight Required in the Use of Generative AI Applications. We do ask for basic registration information. All rights reserved.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 20, 2022

As developments regarding industry supply chain disruptions continue unabated, businesses now increasingly face the sting of higher supply chain and transportation driven costs impacting the bottom line. Further, sustainability and transportation efficiency are intrinsically linked for long-term business continuity.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 27, 2017

I conducted my first research study on transportation management systems (TMS) back in March of 1999. How will transportation management systems and the TMS vendor landscape continue to evolve in the months and years ahead? What new capabilities are vendors introducing and how are companies using and deriving value from a TMS?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

At Cerasis we work with our shipper customers who procure items every day and have needs for inbound freight management as they secure those products from their vendors. Increasingly, as we work with procurement folks at these companies, we are hearing that technology for better communication and to create more efficiency.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2021

and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Michael Leto , CEO of Emerge , has been in the transportation industry for over 21 years and played an active role in creating one of the largest and fastest-growing 3PLs in the country. About Michael Leto.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

This month, we continue our Procurement Basics series and would like to introduce our readers to yet another set of often misused business terminology. As both sourcing and procurement are related to obtaining supplies for the organization, confusing these two terms is easy. Procurement. What Is Procurement Process?

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MIT Supply Chain

JANUARY 11, 2021

Many are reflected in MIT CTL’s research agenda for the new year, so we asked our senior researchers to describe what they would like to achieve in 2021. Chris Caplice, Executive Director, MIT CTL, Founder & Co-Director, MIT FreightLab Develop and pilot a more dynamic truckload transportation procurement and management process.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

We recently announced our latest innovation, Procure IQ™ , which reimagines the way shippers purchase transportation. Developed inside our innovation incubator Robinson Labs , Procure IQ uses predictive analytics, artificial intelligence and C.H. A customer research study in June, conducted with over 1,000 of C.H.

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