ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

With the advent of true “single source of truth” inventory visibility , a digital twin is a more feasible goal than ever before. Let’s take a look at the challenges associated with digital twins and how real-time data systems are changing the game for companies looking to leverage them. In real-time.

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Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning 295

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 14, 2023

Kyle Henderson and Joe Lynch discuss real time container tracking, which is exactly what Kyle and his team do at Vizion. Vizion changes the game by providing multiple data sources that are already connected, offering instant-on capabilities. With data refreshed multiple times daily, latency is reduced to 6 hours or less.

Container Tracking 246

Container Tracking Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software 246

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

Reducing cost was the primary objective, and most operational decisionsfrom sourcing to fulfillmentreflected that mindset. Second, many supply chains still lack visibility beyond Tier-1 suppliers. Visibility is the next critical step. For years, supply chains were engineered to be lean. AI also helps with scenario modeling.

Optimal Sourcing 227

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Optimization 227

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

SAP is embedding its generative Joule across the SAP Ariba source-to-pay solution portfolio to make it easier for their customers to manage routine inquiries, such as status updates, summarization, and frequently asked questions. Spend Management Takeaways SAP continues to invest in using generative AI to improve the user experience.

SAP 298

SAP Procurement Solutions Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics 298

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

We now have complete visibility of our supply chain. We can run a plan simulation to maximize revenue, maximize shipments, maximize the customer experience, or minimize transportation costs. Once a contract is in place, we have real-time visibility on the delivery status. We have full visibility.

Supply Chain Planning Software 294

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software 294

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2021

Do you want visibility or transparency? She went on to say, “visibility is widely considered a new supply chain imperative. She went on to say, “visibility is widely considered a new supply chain imperative. But visibility means different things to different people. Or are you asking where your truck is?

Real-time Visibility 306

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics Software 306

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

During his tenure in the industry, he built innovative pricing and forecasting models, leveraging internal and external data sources to improve internal decision-making and increase profitability. Prior to joining DAT, Adamo led the pricing and decision science teams at FedEx.

Optimal Sourcing 246

Optimal Sourcing Freight Analytics Software Forecasting 246

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2023

Rob’s second priority: reducing dwell times for the drivers picking up and dropping off those millions of shipments. Step 3: Implement a real-time supply chain command center. While analytics and visualization have their place, they can’t help you execute , in real-time, on a supply chain issue.

Real-time Visibility 246

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Now companies are trying to collect data from multiple tiers of a supply chain in near real-time. It accesses, transforms, and harmonizes data from multiple sources to make it usable and actionable for a wide variety of business applications. They use this foundation to provide historical, predictive, and prescriptive analytics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 301

Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling 301

ToolsGroup

APRIL 17, 2025

Reducing Demand Variability Machine learning algorithms filter out random fluctuations and focus on true demand signals, resulting in: More precise demand forecasts Fewer inventory miscalculations Increased supply chain efficiency 2. External Data Integration Incorporates real-time external data to improve forecast accuracy.

Forecasting 156

Forecasting Modeling Supply and Demand Optimal Sourcing 156

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The real-time nature of this information makes this process more difficult, creating a backlog of data that appears insurmountable. But these efforts are frequently hampered by fragmented visibility, overwhelming data and poor data quality.

Resource Reduction 297

Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 297

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Management of Ocean Transit Time Reliability and Visibility by LSCMS Shippers’ Council How would Logistics managers explain to their COO and Production group that inbound material will arrive on 23Dec but with 50% probability? What is supply chain visibility and why it is important?

Rail Software 244

Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 244

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2022

To drive better estimated times of arrival (ETAs), better visibility is needed. They recently announced they will equip their entire container fleet with real-time tracking devices. The devices will improve visibility by transmitting data on a real-time basis from each container. million TEUs.

Rail Software 278

Rail Software Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software 278

DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Discover how the right cloud-based platform can enable end-to-end visibility in your modular production for agile operations and increased customer satisfaction. However, modular production needs to be supported by end-to-end visibility. This can be enabled leveraging a modular production system.

Real-time Visibility 296

Real-time Visibility Modeling Software Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 296

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Because only AI is capable of ingesting real-time data from across functions, facilities, fleets, trading partners and the outside world then using data science and pattern recognition see disruptions at the earliest moment. They are also limited by their supplier, carrier, and trading partner networks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 333

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Real-time transportation visibility platforms tell shippers and their broker/carrier partners where their freight is at any point on its journey. Until we have this kind of pervasive visibility, inventory management will continue to be largely an exercise in futility. Digital transformation is the formula.

Rail Software 246

Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 246

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

Companies that previously prioritized cost-cutting and centralized sourcing quickly found themselves exposed to serious production and distribution risks. In response, many organizations have shifted toward decentralized and regionalized supply chain models, distributing production and sourcing across multiple regions.

Modeling 175

Modeling Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 175

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Companies find it difficult to fully trust the data from suppliers, complicating efforts to ensure product authenticity, safety, and ethical sourcing. Blockchain technology is supporting this by providing a secure, decentralized, and tamper-proof method for real-time product tracking.

Supply Chain Software 240

Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Network Software Optimal Sourcing 240

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Technological Advancements Real-time inventory tracking and predictive analytics give leading firms a competitive edge. Evolving Customer Expectations Faster delivery, customized solutions, and real-time communication are now essential. Conflicts in critical regions disrupt access to essential materials.

Price Reduction 156

Price Reduction Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies 156

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Your supply chain should benefit from end-to-end supply chain visibility and execution solutions that work together in a coherent supply chain orchestration strategy. True resiliency is achieved when supply chain leaders can predict issues and dynamically respond – from sourcing and manufacturing to final delivery – with agile solutions.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 353

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2025

This creates a unified view by stitching together data sources in real time. Supply models have been focused on source, make, and fulfill. Supply Chain Planning Suppliers Embrace Generative AI Supply chain planning (SCP) is one of the most complex applications.

Supply Chain Planning Software 269

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software Scenario Planning 269

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 11, 2022

To test the thinking and visibility of his students, Socrates held up a white ball in front of his student and asked, “What color is the ball?”. Next time, before you answer,” said Socrates, “examine both sides.”. Indeed, who couldn’t benefit from improved transportation visibility? Real-Time Transportation Visibility Defined.

Supply Chain Planning Software 264

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2025

Edge Hardware: The battle for edge hardware also intensified in 2024, as companies sought to deploy AI capabilities closer to the source of data. ChatGPT Search : This feature gives users a way to get answers from relevant web sources.

Modeling Software 299

Modeling Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software 299

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

For example, the One Network platform for supply chain planning and execution is used by the Ministries of Health in Nigeria, Ghana, and Rwanda, providing comprehensive inventory visibility across all health facilities for real time supply demand matching and collaborative decision making.

Supply Chain Planning Software 245

Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Real-time Visibility Optimal Sourcing 245

RFgen

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Think about it: How much time is wasted hunting down misplaced inventory? How many shipments are delayed due to inaccurate picking? How much could you save by streamlining your workflows and empowering your team with real-time data? Think real-time inventory visibility across all your locations.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2024

One of the most powerful tools in modern supply chain management is the Control Tower, which offers a comprehensive, real-time view of the entire supply chain and is the single source of truth for the latest developments on the demand and supply side. What is a Control Tower?

Supply Chain Planning Software 312

Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning 312

ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

One way of doing this is by leveraging Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions, which can provide procurement with the tools needed to manage their supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost savings. S2P: Where to Start Ivalua provides a comprehensive set of integrated solutions that span the entire Source-to-Pay lifecycle.

Sourcing Strategies 264

Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement 264

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

The adoption of AI in supply chain automation is enabling companies to make more accurate decisions, reduce cycle times, and better manage complexity. The strategic value of AI lies in its ability to automate routine decisions, enhance visibility, and support better resource planning.

Optimal Sourcing 161

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 161

ToolsGroup

JULY 12, 2023

Dynamic Fulfillment leverages real-time inventory, demand, and operational signals captured by ToolsGroup’s unique dynamic data unification platform, which provides a digital supply chain twin for optimal sourcing decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing ToolsGroup Real-time Visibility Optimization Software 156

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Modern supply chains thrive on real-time data, execution-focused applications, and dynamic decision-making. Supplier Performance: Evaluate your vendors’ reliability, quality, and delivery times.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Modeling Inventory Reduction 98

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 23, 2021

SCCN solutions provide supply chain visibility and analytics across an extended supply chain. The larger the number of industry participants on a network, the better the solution is at sourcing and onboarding. The LevaData solution, for example, speeds up sourcing significantly. There are messages that need to be real-time.

Optimal Sourcing 299

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Modeling Software 299

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

Driver dwell is a key source of driver dissatisfaction and contributes to the driver shortage. Earlier this summer, FourKites held a Carrier Visibility Summit. FourKites is a leading provider of real-time transportation visibility solutions. They have visibility to a shipment 30 minutes before it arrives.

Real-time Visibility 264

Real-time Visibility Shipping Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 264

RFgen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Introduction Inventory management is the backbone of a successful supply chain operation, but it’s often a source of persistent frustration. Relying on manual processes and outdated technology leads to costly errors, inefficient workflows, and a lack of real-time visibility, ultimately impacting the bottom line.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Inventory Management Software Waste Reduction 98

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Such real-time data and visibility functions allow for supplier comparisons as well as overall emission source contributor identifications, which can be focused on for improvement. Mixmove is cloud-based and provides visibility on the parcel level. It can be done via EDI, API or via a web portal.

Optimal Sourcing 246

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Real-time Visibility Logistics Network Optimization Software 246

RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Technology integration: Leveraging digital tools to enhance visibility and decision-making. Technology enables real-time visibility across all components, facilitating better decision-making and process improvements. Digital tracking technologies that enable precise location monitoring and inventory level management.

Sourcing Strategies 96

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 96

BlueYonder

MARCH 17, 2025

They must track inventory, orders and returns in real time, at all times. And they need to manage their resources, from inventory and labor to forklifts and robotics, with incredible precision keeping all assets moving productively, while avoiding excess inventory and equipment downtime.

Optimal Sourcing 94

Optimal Sourcing Real-time Visibility Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

Complete visibility into inventory. Better inventory management requires visibility at a granular level, down to individual orders and SKUs. And it requires visibility everywhere. What’s in manufacturing? What orders are planned versus in process? What’s stuck at the port? Integration with other key systems.

Inventory Management Software 264

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 264