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What Lessons a Table Fable Teaches About Supply Chain Orchestration

Logistics Viewpoints

Multiple calls only muddied the waters, but a few things became clear: inventory was in the warehouse, but my order for it was stuck. The order management system wasn’t effectively connected to the warehouse management system showing tables available or the transportation management system showing the carrier had returned my first table.

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The four steps to supply chain readiness

crisp

One of the big catalysts for change right now is the acceleration of data and analytics in supply chain management. A recent survey of procurement leaders showed a 15-20% increase in ROI when using data and analytics to make decisions. That same survey showed that up to 50% of procurement teams’ time was spent looking for data.

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What is Inventory Management Software and How Does It Work?

Unleashed

How inventory management software works: Acquire inventory management software: A third-party software vendor is procured based on your business’s inventory management requirements. You sign up for a monthly or annual subscription to use the software, usually after watching a demo or taking a free trial.

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Order Fulfilment Explained: Process, Strategies, & Tips

Unleashed

The order fulfilment process covers every step required to get goods to the people who purchase them, from the moment a customer places an order to when they receive their purchase. Shipping and logistics: Selecting the appropriate shipping method, arranging transport, and coordinating with couriers for delivery.

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The 6 data points to keep in your back pocket (and how to get them)

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In this guide, we’ll show you what metrics those are, easy ways to find them, and how you can use them to accelerate your brand’s retail growth. Now that you know how to access your retail data easily and often, here are the metrics you’ll want to keep on hand: Velocity. Retail data: A brand’s greatest asset. Distribution.

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Bringing Order to Chaos: Last-Mile Delivery Costs and How to Reduce Them

Locus

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. Customer satisfaction and keeping costs in check rests on optimal last-mile delivery operations. This phase isn’t just a logistical necessity—it swallows up between 40-55% of total shipping costs.

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How to Use Information Technology in Supply Chain Management

EC Sourcing Group

However, the use of information technology in supply chain management has streamlined the world of procurement and purchasing through supply chain management, cloud software, and other types of IT that help boost supply chain efficiency. Cost reduction. Logistics and shipping management. These include: Forecasting.