Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

GEON Performance Solutions purchases plastic pellets and add plastic compounders to make products of different strength, resilience, and flexibility. GEON Embarks on a Digital Transformation GEON Performance Solutions is embarking on a supply chain transformation. The company ships directly to customers and also to distributors.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 25, 2021

of revenue on IT solutions and expensive solutions to improve performance, yet degrade balance sheet results against peer group sectors in tough markets? The first reason is that it is a bad use of a resource. The focus on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) sucked up company resources. The reason?

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Unleashed

AUGUST 3, 2021

The growth in pet ownership in 2020-2021 has seen unprecedented demand in the pet food sector – a true industry boom. This increase in pet ownership—along with panic buying—has created a huge surge in demand for pet food. In 2021, sales in these categories are projected to grow?an tended to buy their?pet companions?as

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2022

Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business. 3PLex was then purchased by Maersk. Delivery software and service companies like Delivery Circle are helping companies leverage technology to make local delivery service more efficient and profitable.

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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. From whom are we buying?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2021

Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business. 3PLex was then purchased by Maersk. Delivery software and service companies like Delivery Circle are helping companies leverage technology to make local delivery service more efficient and profitable.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Apart from changing company structures , business process outsourcing is another excellent business process management technique that assures success. A functional website requires various tools, ranging from premium plugins, Adobe Photoshop, landing page software, technical audit tools, and more. Human Resources.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

It has most definitely impacted how people buy products of all types and in all industries. One area that better data and information has helped to really expose and red flag is that of the mismanagement of our natural resources and environment. This new ability is changing how we live and in doing so most aspects of our lives.

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Precoro

MAY 8, 2023

With over 1,000 students, the school purchases a lot of supplies for students as well as office supplies for the administration. We had the chance to discuss the school's initial approach to procurement compared to its new, automated process using software with Caroline Hickey, Business Associate at CCPCS.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 30, 2021

They will understand more about improving processes and learn some techniques and tools they can employ in their future careers. Goldratt and Jeff Cox convey lessons in improving processes and operational excellence through a story about a small-town factory that’s heading for disaster. The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement.

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SupplyShift

DECEMBER 6, 2021

In early 2021, the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) gave the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) permission to dig deeper with a report into companies and their end-to-end supply chain visibility— The Resilient Supply Chain Benchmark. The concept itself is relatively easy to grasp. But it’s not just about understanding risk.

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SupplyShift

DECEMBER 6, 2021

In early 2021, the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) gave the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) permission to dig deeper with a report into companies and their end-to-end supply chain visibility— The Resilient Supply Chain Benchmark. The concept itself is relatively easy to grasp. But it’s not just about understanding risk.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

By Vikram Murthi and Dr. Stijn-Pieter van Houten, both Vice President, Industry Strategy, o9 Solutions. and carefully procure and place inventory, they constantly face operational issues during execution. Not to mention the adverse impact on the planet due to poor utilization of scarce resources by (global) supply chains.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

By Vikram Murthi and Dr. Stijn-Pieter van Houten, both Vice President, Industry Strategy, o9 Solutions. and carefully procure and place inventory, they constantly face operational issues during execution. Not to mention the adverse impact on the planet due to poor utilization of scarce resources by (global) supply chains.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 14, 2020

But fear not, we will review some brewery software solutions that can be beneficial for breweries, providing you with the seamless ease of a total business management strategy. Brewery software. There are two choices available when considering the type of software you would like for your brewery: ERP or cloud-based software.

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EMERGE App

APRIL 5, 2024

Yet, if you’re a wholesale distribution owner now, you have definitely endured the struggles through the market and the customer’s pressures, specifically after the black swan of COVID-19 in 2020-2021. For larger companies, deploying software to manage these processes becomes imperative.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 18, 2021

Reverse logistics is the process of goods returning to their point of origin – back from the purchaser to the manufacturer or supplier. How can smart software assist your reverse logistics programme? A further 41% said they buy multiple versions of the same item with the intent of returning some of them.

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

As ecommerce sales continue to grow throughout 2021, it’s time for online retailer to rethink their retail logistics strategy to meet customer demands, lower shipping costs, offer faster shipping options, and improve the overall customer experience. . Procuring inventory. Receiving & processing inventory. Order fulfillment.

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Shopify’s solution to running an online store is effective and efficient for ecommerce businesses of all sizes. This resource is a great tool for everyone from the CEO to Ecommerce Director, and everyone in between. However, Ecommerce Directors must also keep customers informed and engaged post-purchase.

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Shopify’s solution to running an online store is effective and efficient for ecommerce businesses of all sizes. This resource is a great tool for everyone from the CEO to Ecommerce Director, and everyone in between. However, Ecommerce Directors must also keep customers informed and engaged post-purchase.

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NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Over the decades, EDI standards emerged that cover a variety of supply chain artifacts and activities , from Purchase Orders & Acknowledgements (EDI 850 & 855) to Invoices (EDI 810) to Shipping Manifests (EDI 856). Regardless, a solution already exists that most data analysts around the world are skilled in: SQL.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 28, 2022

Manual methods that relied solely on a keen eye are now the core of some leading manufacturing software. Specific aspects of managing inventory include procurement, storage, and utilisation tracking. This valuation paints a picture of how much companies invest in procuring inventory to sustain the functions of their facilities.

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Vinculum

JUNE 16, 2022

Until 2021, most eCommerce businesses were focused on growth. Chatbots are a resource to lead shoppers to the right landing pages and build customer relationships. Emphasize to voice optimize your business that help Alexa and Siri find you, recommend you, and help make a purchase. Increase in chatbot engagement.

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ShipBob

APRIL 22, 2020

trillion by 2021 , a staggering 246% increase since 2014. Green, eco-friendly packaging is here to stay, and businesses must be quick to catch up with new sustainable solutions. We rely on a great post-purchase experience for this, and ShipBob is a fulfillment partner that is truly an extension of our brand.” Plant fibers.

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Requis

MAY 22, 2020

In the 1990s, purchasing managers were focusing on how to beat up their suppliers in order to buy cheaper. Meanwhile, salespeople for suppliers were trying to work around procurement. When they get it, they have to put it in Excel and clean it, and then put it in a PowerPoint so they can show it to people.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Unlock insights on how Bukalapak is leading Indonesia’s e-commerce market with last-mile excellence Watch the Webinar E-commerce and online purchasing to lead CEP growth The CEP industry will continue to grow robustly in the coming years, as is reflected in worldwide trends. billion in 2021. billion in 2020.

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Vinculum

APRIL 14, 2021

With the breakout of the COVID-19 virus last year and a sudden surge of cases due to the second wave this year, We can only imagine that the number of companies adopting Omnichannel would have skyrocketed even more in 2021. This helps the company ensure that their omnichannel resources provide for these specific needs.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The right technology solutions allow supply chain operations to make data-driven decisions and provide a competitive advantage, particularly if an organization’s competitors are slow to adopt the latest technology advancements. Still, there are several technologies that are transforming supply chains for the organizations that adopt them.

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HICX Solutions

JANUARY 27, 2022

The turbulent events of 2020 and 2021 have brought the world to a virtual standstill and with it a realization of just how dependent organizations are on their supplier communities. SRM allows for transparency and perspective for the supplier on how their customer, the buying organization, perceives them and their services.

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Logility

JANUARY 28, 2022

There has been a collective sense that 2021 was going to be the pivot, the year in which we would turn our backs on the pandemic and look forward to a better future. A 2021 McKinsey report suggests that COVID has put supply chain risk on everyone’s radar. And it was only the beginning.

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NC State SCRC

MAY 4, 2022

Price analysis is a subject that is often overlooked in supply chain education, (although it is certainly a big part of our chapter on Strategic Cost Management in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management ). By the way, don’t forget that I told you inflation was coming on strong, back in June 2021!

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SCMDOJO

MAY 18, 2023

Since December 2021, following my departure from Bridgestone, SCMDOJO has operated as a marketplace , connecting supply chain trainers, consultants, SaaS providers, and other relevant professionals with clients. It is within this context that SCMDOJO’s Expert Marketplace was conceived. Post a job as a client right here.

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Logility

MARCH 24, 2021

The power of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) comes in helping companies align financial, sales, production, procurement and marketing information into a single plan, grounded in modern-day reality. What is needed is a single, integrated planning solution that unites short-, medium-, and long-term planning under one system.

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ShipBob

APRIL 13, 2021

An example of an ecommerce key performance indicator is having a goal of generating 1,000 new customers by the end of 2021. KPIs are one of the most valuable tools you have for keeping your team focused, accountable, and aligned. COGS = Beginning inventory + Purchases during the period – Ending inventory. Marketing expenses.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 15, 2021

Lead time is the length of time it takes from when a purchase order is generated to when an item is delivered. You can use the extra money to buy stock or extend your marketing reach. If you are still manually entering data and purchase orders, consider shifting to an automated system. What is lead time?

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IQMS

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Manufacturers who excel at orchestrating analytics, Business Intelligence (BI), quality management and real-time monitoring to improve manufacturing strategies are growing 10% faster than their peers. With the advanced analytics spending predicted to grow from $136B in 2016 to $232B in 2021 , attaining an 11.3%

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Vinculum

JULY 7, 2020

For the rest of this year and into 2021, consumers are going to have different expectations for their shopping experience, particularly when it comes to health and safety precautions. These are: Proactive health-minded buying (purchasing preventative health and wellness products).

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