Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2022

Warehouse vacancy rates sink to 27-year low. The lawsuits argue that the agency’s environmental analysis to justify spending up to $11.3 In early April, employees at an Amazon warehouse on New York’s Staten Island made history by becoming the first Amazon warehouse to vote to join a union (JFK8 fulfillment center).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 222

Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Negotiate Pricing 222

SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

To accomplish this, supply chain analytics collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data from a wide variety of sources. Purpose of SCM Analytics Supply chain analytics aims to provide insight and extract value from the large amounts of data associated with the procurement, processing, and distribution of goods.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 111

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 111

Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 1, 2018

Then, we use these criteria to rank the books, - Practicality: we look closely at how each book can provide basic concepts and strategies of the "Integrated Logistics Functions", namely, customer service, purchasing, production planning, warehousing, and transportation in a clear and concise manner. The links below are paid links.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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ModusLink Corporation

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Supply Chain Management: Supply chain management takes on a comprehensive role in overseeing the entire journey of products, from their origin as raw materials or components through the stages of production, sourcing, and ultimately, final distribution to end customers. It involves receiving, tracking, and efficiently storing these products.

Inventory Management Software 78

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Inventory Management 78

ModusLink Corporation

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Supply Chain Management: Supply chain management takes on a comprehensive role in overseeing the entire journey of products, from their origin as raw materials or components through the stages of production, sourcing, and ultimately, final distribution to end customers. It involves receiving, tracking, and efficiently storing these products.

Inventory Management Software 78

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Inventory Management 78

ModusLink Corporation

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Supply Chain Management: Supply chain management takes on a comprehensive role in overseeing the entire journey of products, from their origin as raw materials or components through the stages of production, sourcing, and ultimately, final distribution to end customers. It involves receiving, tracking, and efficiently storing these products.

Inventory Management Software 78

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Inventory Management 78

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 28, 2023

Initial Assessments On July 19, CNN reported that Pfizer had conducted an initial assessment of damage and indicated that most of the damage occurred in the facility’s attached warehouse rather than production areas. Our initial analysis has identified less than 10 drugs for which Pfizer’s North Carolina plant is the sole source for the U.S.

North Carolina 52

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS will guide companies to achieve strategic value by improving Manufacturing as a Service, Fulfillment as a Service, and Warehousing as a Service. It involves outsourcing the entire supply chain function to a third-party provider who manages everything from sourcing raw materials to delivering finished products to customers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 92

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 92

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Procurement professionals have the same question looming over their head on a daily basis: “How do you plan on dealing with digitalization?”. Recently I had the pleasure of attending EBG Network’s 8th Annual Source to Pay Summit, which gathered some of the Nordic’s largest organizations and procurement profiles.

Procurement Solutions 53

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Planning outside of lead time in the tactical horizon is essential to manage costs, defining buffers, and sourcing strategies. Real-time analysis of market inputs introduces noise into the system amplifying the bullwhip impact and creating alignment issues for employees to align on executing a decision. The reason?

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies Real-time Visibility 195

Supply Chain View from the Field

MAY 13, 2014

Gerard Chick and I are working on a new book, that is effectively questioning whether procurement, as we know it, is on the right track, and if not, what it will take to get it back on track. One of the first questions we begin with in the first chapter is, if indeed, procurement is a profession.

Procurement 104

Procurement Purchasing Skills Pricing Training Buyer Training 104

Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Business process management (BPM) tools are essential in executing BPA, as they facilitate the design, analysis, and management of business workflows, ensuring a seamless integration and operation within the organizational structure.

Sourcing Strategies 78

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics Software 78

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 26, 2022

It is one reason experts on logistics are following the autonomous freight truck market and new approaches to freight procurement closely. Michelle Sodomka, a Senior Director in charge of Open Sky Group ’s transportation management practice has 15 years’ experience in risk analysis and mitigation within the logistics industry.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 147

Logistics Network Optimization Software Freight Logistics Predictive Analytics Software 147

Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

The right metrics can shed light on how cost-effective a company’s processes are when it comes to the flow of goods, both at the inbound stages of procurement and outbound all the way to the customer. Continuous analysis of the inventory-to-sales ratio can also highlight the need to improve inventory turnover.

Procurement Analytics 98

Procurement Analytics Metrics Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 98

SCMDOJO

JULY 29, 2022

While Total Landing Cost (TLC) includes other types of costs like; transporting, storage, risk, delivery, and quality, and the more complicated analysis, the Total cost of ownership (TCO) , includes the TLC, in addition to the ongoing lifetime, operating, durability, end-life disposal cost, …etc. References. Bowersox, David J. Lysons, 312.

Sourcing Strategies 106

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ThroughPut

AUGUST 4, 2020

It also encompasses the complete supply value chain right from sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics. It provides great value to them by: • Enabling better sourcing decisions based on supplier performance. Warehousing-. Warehousing also has witnessed many advances using available ERP data. Transportation-.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the realm of efficient procurement management, understanding the various types of procurement reports becomes paramount. These reports serve as navigational tools, offering insights into different facets of the procurement process.

Procurement Analytics 16

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Requis

OCTOBER 30, 2020

People are still worried about having efficiencies in their warehouses, making sure they’re laid out properly, and having the right processes. A lot of companies now will have regional hubs with just smaller satellite warehouses in each country. It’s a very simple analysis technique that a lot of people don’t adopt.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Sourcing 52

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.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Pricing Training 98

Claritum

JUNE 13, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. I took on the challenge of writing a condensed version of all the current Procurement challenges. I believe the issue with these articles is the broad range encompassed by the word Procurement and the constant change within this domain. Procurement Domain Name. Introduction.

Manufacturing Procurement 32

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing 32

Silvon Software

APRIL 23, 2019

Companies that focus on strategic sourcing can generate substantial economic value not just by eliminating waste, reducing costs and improving administrative efficiency, but also by building stronger supplier relationships that can make them more competitive, profitable and nimble. AT A HIGH LEVEL ….

Purchasing Skills 90

Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions 90

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

My first focus was on China sourcing. The healthcare value chain was slow to respond—the majority of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was in Chinese warehouses. China was the source of over 90% of PPE.) Kinaxis’ in-memory models are also helpful to drive multiple and on-going analysis. Evaluate Inventory.

Supply Chain Planning Software 446

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Supply and Demand 446

AFFLINK

AUGUST 17, 2022

Without the equipment and materials needed to ramp up production, consumer demand will continue to outpace delivery, leaving few distribution companies with the connections or sourcing capabilities to consistently meet customer fulfillment. Labor Shortages In warehouses, 73% of operators can’t find enough workers (Instawork).

Manufacturing Procurement 62

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Demand Planning Software 62

RFgen

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Warehouse automation represents a complex and demanding series of changes and innovations across the supply chain. The global warehouse automation and automated storage and retrieval system market is positioned for strong growth in the coming years, Daedal Research found. Improved cost efficiency within the warehouse automation sector.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Warehousing Optimal Sourcing Demand Planning Software 52

RFgen

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Warehouse automation represents a complex and demanding series of changes and innovations across the supply chain. The global warehouse automation and automated storage and retrieval system market is positioned for strong growth in the coming years, Daedal Research found. Improved cost efficiency within the warehouse automation sector.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Warehousing Optimal Sourcing Demand Planning Software 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

The halal risk assessment is based on an analysis of an extensive information request, in-depth interviews with various divisions, and physical supply chain audits. This trend is also better known as the evolution of halal or when applied to an organisation: the corporate halal maturity.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical 130

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In order for logistics, procurement and distribution to align with the general advancements of the industry itself, these critical areas must give in to a more comprehensive transformation. With a connected ecosystem of microservices feeding off each other’s real-time analysis of the supply chain, businesses can achieve n-tier visibility.

Automotive 90

Automotive Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 90

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

The same source also informed that the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Risk Index of 2016 was the highest since records have begun in 1995. This analysis can reveal problems and give each supplier’s a score indicative of their reliability. These disruptions included the following.

Supply Chain Risk Management 189

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

They gave lip service to the need for IT standardization, but ran their process on a custom built model that enabled reverse bill of material, and profitability analysis. They were ahead of their time on simulation analysis and cross-functional orchestration.). We source this data from Y charts.

S&OP 195

S&OP Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement 195

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction.

Cost Reduction Strategies 90

Cost Reduction Strategies Warehousing Waste Reduction Purchasing Skills 90

NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Predictive analytics is still relatively new in procurement, but it’s increasingly important, particularly in organizations that have already been through the cycle of spend analytics, supplier leveraging, segmentation, and consolidation.

Predictive Analytics 40

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 7, 2023

While 209,000 workers were added in June, 14,000 freight and parcel carriers were cut and 6,900 warehousing and storage jobs were lost. In the past we would expect to see transportation and warehousing ramping up hiring in late summer ahead of peak season. ” warehouse workers in June of 2022. There were 1.96

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Logistics Warehousing 52

Jaggaer

JUNE 23, 2020

From source materials to distribution, the supply network must be carefully streamlined to produce the best results possible. For more on pharmaceutical procurement, register for our upcoming webinar. Sourcing teams can launch a full RFQ to select a provider. Mapping and Optimizing. RFQ, Contract, and Risk. Register now.

Pharmaceutical 72

Pharmaceutical Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization 72

Unleashed

JANUARY 29, 2024

This article looks at the SKU rationalisation process, how to utilise SKU rationalisation analysis for your business, and some essential best practices for implementing it. The discontinuation of SKUs that have low sales volumes, high return rates, or high storage costs, can save on warehouse space, and handling fees.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 52

NC State SCRC

JUNE 27, 2017

In my earlier book with Gerard Chick on “ The Procurement Value Proposition “, we advance the notion that buildoing a business case for investing in people, process, and technology improvement in procurement is key. This is effectively a “snapshot” in time. and “What is the potential return on investment?”

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Procurement 40

QAD

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Armed with in-depth insights into procurement, inventory management, supplier performance, order management, fulfillment, and more, companies can improve their processes and better manage challenges that arise within their businesses with supply chain analytics. What is Supply Chain Analytics Software?

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Data collection and analysis: Gathering data throughout the fulfilment process provides valuable insights to identify areas for improvement, streamline operations, and make informed decisions. Efficient use of resources: Properly executed order fulfilment maximises the use of resources, including labour, warehouse space, and transportation.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52