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Supplier Onboarding is Core to a Digital Supply Chain Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

The tool Molex used to drive adherence to the new process was, without a doubt, a major contributor to the success of this program. The company uses a process monitoring tool called Celonis. With the tool, visibility is gained when the POs are sent out, and again when the confirmations come back in. You took 30 days.

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AI-driven Estimated Delivery Dates: The Checkout Conversion Tool of the Future

Talking Logistics

Read more The post AI-driven Estimated Delivery Dates: The Checkout Conversion Tool of the Future appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Customers rightfully demand visibility into the whereabouts of their orders. But that’s already old news. Today, the real transformative power of logistics data lies.

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Schneider Electric’s Supply Chain Design Journey

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One essential tool used by the supply chain team is supply chain design. One key tool they use to accomplish this is a supply chain design solution from Coupa. As Schneider Electric matured with the network design tool, they also found they could drive savings through shipment consolidation.

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Ethical Considerations in Supply Chain Compliance

Logistics Viewpoints

Key transparency initiatives include: Supply Chain Mapping: Using digital tools to trace the journey of products from raw materials to finished goods. For example, using AI-powered tools to optimize logistics can reduce energy consumption and enhance sustainability.

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3 Essential Supply Chain Tools to Combat Inflation

Here are 3 tools that GEP recommends for your company to use. As inflation and geopolitical instability worsen, many companies are going slow on investments. But investing in supply chain and procurement technology will help manage inflationary pressures better.

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Supply Chain Scheduling Best Practices: Developing the Tools to Execute your Supply Chain Plan

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If supply, inventory and demand planning are building materials, scheduling is the tool that helps you assemble them. Supply Chain Scheduling Best Practices: Developing the Tools to Execute your Supply Chain Plan was first posted on March 11, 2025 at 9:15 am. Learn best practices of effective production scheduling.

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Fleet Management 2.0: The Rise of Connected Vehicles in Global Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

Partnerships with specialized technology providers such as Samsara offer organizations the tools and support to manage these complexities more effectively. Predictive maintenance will remain a critical tool, flagging potential issues early and minimizing downtime.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions.

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Top 5 Supply Chain Processes That Need Better Collaboration Right Now

Download this guide for must-have tools and processes for better supplier interactions. A lack of collaboration is one of the leading causes of supply chain headaches. GEP offers 5 remedies to ease your pain.

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Adopting AI Responsibly: Guidelines for Procurement of AI Solutions by the Private Sector

This World Economic Forum-GEP report offers a holistic procurement process and structured framework to select responsible AI tools. As artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent, it’s crucial that firms adopt AI technology responsibly. Download the report today.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends?

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New Research: The State of Supply Chain Network Design in 2022

This report explores how the state of supply chain network design has changed – including how the tools, maturity models, and market demands are transforming the network design practice. This report is useful if you are interested in: Exploring new network design insights and capabilities. Industry benchmarks.

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How to Overcome the Pain Points of Your CRM

CRM software is a powerful tool when used correctly, yet another obstacle to a sales team’s efficiency when it’s not.

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How Does Your Inventory Optimization Process Compare to Peers?

Are You Betting on the Right Tools to Succeed in 2021? The 15-question assessment takes only 5 minutes to complete. Take it now to see how your inventory optimization process scores and benchmark it against peers. Responses are aggregated and kept anonymous. We hope it serves as a thought-provoking exercise to improve your approach! -->

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The Ultimate Marketing Efficiency Checklist

However, you might be able to squeeze more value from the tools and processes you’re already using. When times are tough and marketers are asked to do more with the same (or less), we have to make tough choices. Here are 7 creative ways marketers can work smarter (not harder) - with the resources you already have!