The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2023

Square1 primarily serves clients in the Beauty, Packaged Food, Apparel, and Consumer Goods industries, and currently works with 40 domestic and international clients. They have a skilled team that can handle kitting, light assembly, and Amazon Prep services as well.

3PL 215

3PL Missouri Logistics Network Optimization Software Warehousing 215

Consumer Goods Logistics

MAY 23, 2019

These two words summarize the day of many customer service representatives (CSRs) across the world.

Customer Service 37

Customer Service Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Innovation 37

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 3, 2017

Prior to a recent ToolsGroup user conference, we carried out an initial survey of our clients, completing it with the known data of our installed base and analyzing the results in three industries: consumer goods (27% of customers surveyed), retail (29%) and industrial (44%). Service Levels. Consumer Goods.

Benchmarking 168

Benchmarking Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Forecasting 168

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Further observed is the ability keep pace with Chinese consumers changing buying habits and geographic market demographics. Specifically observed: “ Low prices, user-friendly experience and good customer service are the key to win over shoppers, but Alibaba over the years has moved in the opposite direction.”

Retail 59

Retail Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 59

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

Kimberly-Clark is public consumer goods company that generated over $19 billion in revenues last year. This consumer goods behemoth has driven ongoing supply chain productivity through their FORCE (Focused On Reducing Costs Everywhere) program. Not surprisingly, many of FourKites’ users work in transportation operations.

Real-time Visibility 251

Real-time Visibility Shipping Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 251

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

Mars is one of the largest fast moving consumer goods companies in the world. For Mars, digitalization has focused on improved customer service, cost reductions, and making their supply chain associates more productive. Meanwhile, customer service levels improved by 2%.

Supply Chain Planning Software 207

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2022

Lisa Johnston ( @thatljohnston ), Senior Editor at Consumer Goods Technology, writes, “Much has been written about the extreme shifts in consumer behavior patterns.”[2] ” Along those same lines, surveys have found a strong majority of consumers “believe brands must positively change the world.”

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Packaging Supply and Demand 130

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) presents special supply chain planning challenges for both smaller microbrands (e.g., eyeglass brand Warby Parker or mattress seller Casper) and much larger consumer goods incumbents, but the planning challenges are different depending on which type of company you are.

Supply Chain Planning Software 159

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MPO Multi Party Orchestration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

The world of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) is a complex one, riddled with regulations, compliance standards, highly specific requirements, and demanding customer service level expectations – especially for companies operating in the Healthcare sector.

South Africa 53

South Africa Supply Chain Optimization Africa Price Mitigation Strategies 53

ToolsGroup

AUGUST 20, 2019

Gartner says that the most common outsourced SCP processes are inventory management, statistical forecasting and service parts planning. Companies moving to BPO in these practice areas are experiencing supply chain improvements in metrics such as inventory turnover and customer service. versus $4.84 per $1000 of revenue).

Supply Chain Planning Software 214

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Gartner Supply Chain Software 214

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 1, 2023

The responsive volume can vary from 5-10% in consumer goods to 80-90% in agroscience. Certain supply chains like maintenance parts, designer/fashion items, new product launches, and food service items must be managed in an agile supply chain. Clarify the required reliability for customer service for each flow.

Inventory Reduction 241

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 241

CHAINalytics

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Chainalytics recently worked with a personal care brand manufacturer to improve its demand forecasting and production planning processes which helped reduce rising backorders, restore customer service levels, and maintain growth. A rapidly expanding consumer goods company recently found itself struggling to meet customer fill rates.

Forecasting 60

Forecasting Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 60

AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

With supply chain complexity on the rise, can new technologies help to improve forecast accuracy and achieve benefits like an optimized inventory and better customer service? Many of them in the chemicals, consumer goods, food and beverage and manufacturing industry. . A new day for demand forecasting? .

Forecasting 207

Forecasting Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Modeling 207

AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

With supply chain complexity on the rise, can new technologies help to improve forecast accuracy and achieve benefits like an optimized inventory and better customer service? Many of them in the chemicals, consumer goods, food and beverage and manufacturing industry. . A new day for demand forecasting? .

Forecasting 156

Forecasting Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Modeling 156

ToolsGroup

AUGUST 20, 2019

Gartner says that the most common outsourced SCP processes are inventory management, statistical forecasting and service parts planning. Companies moving to BPO in these practice areas are experiencing supply chain improvements in metrics such as inventory turnover and customer service. versus $4.84 per $1000 of revenue).

Supply Chain Planning Software 136

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Gartner Supply Chain Software 136

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2013

As a result, leaders need to drive the effort to embrace demand error and design the network to drive the same cost, quality and customer service levels given the level of demand error. Push to help leaders understand the impact of demand bias on customer service, safety stock and slow and obsolete inventory.

Forecasting 257

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Consumer Goods Logistics

MAY 13, 2021

The award recognizes superior operational performance and customer service. We talked with Jason Brown, KANE’s director of operations for the Sam’s Club business, about what it takes to deliver great 3PL customer service. KANE operates three high-volume distribution centers for Sam's Club.

Customer Service 49

Customer Service 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Distribution 49

o9 Solutions

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

It is a recognition of the value and innovative power of the o9 platform to help large organizations digitally transform their supply chain, commercial and integrated business planning capabilities and realize game-changing improvements in customer service, inventory levels, resource utilization, and as ESG and financial KPIs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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BlueYonder

APRIL 13, 2023

All of those issues are going to have an impact on manufacturing companies that are at the same time dealing with how to make sure they are able to deliver profitable growth to their shareholders and on customer service requirements. And doing it with customer service in mind, as well as profitability.

Manufacturing Procurement 72

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies 72

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2013

Terra Technology has dubbed its solution demand sensing and with twenty consumer goods companies using the solution, the company is attempting to gain new clients in distribution-centric industries that are not consumer goods (e.g. 4) Terra Technology. distribution, chemical processing. food manufacturing and apparel).

Supply Chain Planning Software 238

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Founded in 1886 with just 14 employees, it now provides global solutions for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer goods. Enhancing Customer Service Pivotal to this transformation was the Johnson & Johnson advanced planning team. Johnson & Johnson is a long-established leader in the healthcare sector.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Strategy 52

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. Depending on the product, their customers are consumer goods companies, retailers, food service distributors and restaurant chains. There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics.

Procurement Solutions 203

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 203

DynaSys

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Businesses that choose to produce consumer goods have an obligation to more than just their shareholders. Customer service, manufacturing, distribution, financial and sales processes can all be compromised. Choosing this business commits them to provide safe products.

Manufacturing Procurement 63

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Supply Chain Network Software 63

Enterra Insights

MARCH 28, 2022

.” Cognitive technologies, like the Enterra Shopper Marketing and Consumer Insights Intelligence System , can help brands and retailers better understand their customers’ needs so they can offer them products and services that match their preferences.

Procurement Analytics 246

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Increasing Transport Costs A global lockdown meant that vast volumes of goods stalled in transit, and as consumers turned to online shopping to fulfill their needs, the demand for container shipping services increased dramatically. So, what is sustainability management, exactly?

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The editorial team at Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) argues CPG companies have been slow to embrace cognitive technologies; however, the coronavirus pandemic is changing that picture. ’ AI-powered customer service via chatbots is one area in which the technology is prolific across industries.

Data 100

Data Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies 100

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

The pandemic drove up prices on many consumer goods as people shifted spending to e-commerce and bought at holiday levels in early spring. A supply chain built for resiliency allows a company to adapt to unpredictable forces while maintaining customer service. Price fluctuations and sourcing issues.

Supply Chain Planning Software 309

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In a recent panel discussion with Consumer Goods Technology , Conagra Brands shared how its reworked supply chain strategy is helping the brand meet customer expectations, drive internal performance and find consistent results by transforming supply chain planning. 2 at 4 p.m.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Sarah Voorhees, senior director of demand and supply planning at American Tire Distributors (ATD) has spent the last 12 years of her career in supply chain leadership roles, where she’s reimagined demand and supply planning and inventory management practices at consumer goods and distribution companies.

Supply Chain Planning Software 177

Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 177

Logility

JULY 4, 2018

However, supply chain planners from thousands of different consumable and non-consumable consumer goods companies use past 4 th of July demand trends to predict demand for their products for the upcoming 4 th of July Holiday. Long-term forecast accuracy is critical for determining pre-build / pre-purchase inventory plans.

Optimal Sourcing 102

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Optimization 102

Logility

JULY 3, 2018

However, supply chain planners from thousands of different consumable and non-consumable consumer goods companies use past 4 th of July demand trends to predict demand for their products for the upcoming 4 th of July Holiday. Long-term forecast accuracy is critical for determining pre-build / pre-purchase inventory plans.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

ToolsGroup

APRIL 19, 2016

But a major initiative between a consumer goods company and a new retail partner could be significant to both horizons. She points out that a segmented approach causes improved customer service and supply chain flexibility, particularly in the “marketplace of one”.

S&OP 156

S&OP Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 156

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Consider the demands placed on retailers, hotels, restaurants, and the stadiums themselves as they attempt to meet the very specific, time-sensitive demands of millions of tired, hungry, thirsty consumers. Those solutions are purpose-built for ensuring success in complex, fast-moving market environments like the upcoming World Cup tournament.

Supply Chain Planning Software 73

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 73

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

The issue is that costs need to be continually balanced with customer service, and inventory programs against a business strategy. As a frequent contributor of supply chain content to the industry, Lora writes by-line monthly columns for SCM Quarterly, Consumer Goods Technology, Supply Chain Movement and Supply Chain Brain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

The conversation then spilled over to the use of twitter as a customer service channel. The information allowed me to position myself early in a customer service line in a short window of time when the ash particulate subsided and flights quickly resumed for six hours. There was no latency.

Iceland 150

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 25, 2015

To meet consumers’ increasing appetite for choice, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) manufacturers develop a huge amount of Stock Keeping Units (SKUs). To stay ahead of your competition you need to deliver superior customer service.

Packaging 120

Packaging Manufacturing Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 120

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 14, 2021

If you really want the highest customer service levels at least landed cost, with full control to anticipate and respond to disruption, you’ve got to have a trading partner ecosystem. We had a large consumer goods company on our network platform. The Cost of Doing Business as Usual.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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