Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Two years before the COVID-19 pandemic jolted the retail landscape, Jeff Schmitz ( @JeffreySchmitz4 ). Chief Marketing Officer Zebra Technologies, insisted the retail sector was in the midst of a revolution. It’s undeniable that we’re in the midst of a retail revolution.”[1] Retail Stores Blur with Distribution Centers.

Retail 130

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In some sort or another, Punxsutawney Phil has been predicting the weather since 1890, and let’s just say that his record is iffy at best. ” I assume that Phil tries to ignore the pomp and circumstance of how his shadow would determine the upcoming weather pattern, and just wants more sleep (like the rest of us on a cold winter’s day).

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The integration of Evo’s responsive AI solutions with ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) and JustEnough® solutions will offer customers the most efficient, real-time supply chain and price optimization solution available. At Event Network, we aim to optimize the retail potential of experiential attractions.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2022

Consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and their end-customers constantly engage in a complicated dance that has no choreographed steps. Sometimes CPG manufacturers take the lead and sometimes consumers take the lead. When retailers join in — which is most of the time — dance steps become even more complex.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Packaging Supply and Demand 130

ToolsGroup

MARCH 28, 2024

Additionally, we are thrilled to highlight the presence of one of our top retail customers in Italy, Scarpe&Scarpe, who will share their success story. Within just two months of adopting ToolsGroup’s AI-driven solution, PittaRosso experienced a remarkable +14.3% million boost in the overall margin.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 23, 2023

At the time, one of the people (let’s call him Noel) that I great respect for in the industry called me to say, “Lora, I don’t get it. In 2012, I published an article on Sales and Operations Technology (S&OP) Maturity. (I I never republished the report, because not enough has changed to warrant it.)

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Sunil Roy , who leads Blue Yonder’s Industrial Manufacturing Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and executive customer events that we prepared for jointly. All of this has raised the complexity, as well as working through time zones. Now it is all global.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

In the world of consumer goods and home and lifestyle, today’s fast-moving consumer trends demand fast delivery and quality at the lowest possible cost—for which lean programs in manufacturing are paramount. Out with the old. The next frontier in lean programs has the potential for far-reaching benefits. Trends driving lean progress.

Consumer Goods 156

Consumer Goods Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Supply Chain Design Software 156

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The food and beverage industry is the most important player in South Africa’s manufacturing industry, contributing approximately R85 billion a year to South Africa’s manufacturing sector. Accelerate the accuracy and lead-time to product recall completion. How to select the best ERP solution. Improve governance and compliance.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 11, 2021

Cheese, asserts, “Today, companies have to radically revolutionize themselves every few years just to stay relevant. ” Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers know as well as anyone that keeping up with the changing landscape can be difficult — but essential. ” What does that mean for CPG manufacturers?

Manufacturing Procurement 130

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Transporting parts and materials to assembly lines and between manufacturing cells is one of the industry’s most complex and inefficient tasks, often resulting in production bottlenecks, Rockwell Automation noted. Then it occurred to me, why not talk about what I want to discuss? So I will. They simply use it for clarity purposes.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Everyone knows the retail sector has experienced some tough going over the past couple of years. According to Susan Reda ( @Susan_Reda ), Vice President for Education Strategy at the National Retail Federation, “The U.S. can expect the long tail impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to be felt in the retail industry for months to come.”[1]

Trends 100

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 7, 2023

Top manufacturers of toys & games by revenue include Hasbro, The Lego Group, LeapFrog Enterprises, MGA Entertainment, and Vivid Imaginations. As the i ndustry only continues to grow, toys & games manufacturers must put their best foot forward to meet increased demand and win competitor’s shelf space. Did you know…?

3PL 84

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Proxima

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Albeit still some way off, we seek to explore the opportunity this could present to retailers. The effect of inflation rippled through supply chains, causing rising materials, labor, energy, and transportation costs, making it more expensive to manufacture, store, and ship goods across the board for many individuals and businesses.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

It is published 6 times a year, providing regular updates and insights into the industry. Its readership includes growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, packagers, and grocers. Alexis Mizell-Pleasant and Joe Lynch discuss the next frontier in food logistics.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Food Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 234

Talking Logistics

MARCH 27, 2017

Today, with the Amazon effect and e-commerce, order cycles are a lot faster and order quantities are a lot smaller, which means a lot more less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments, and this is happening across a lot of different industries, not just in retail but manufacturing too.”. What does that mean?

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 28, 2023

There are more than 24,111 automotive retail stores in the U.S. Top automotive product retailers by revenue include Autozone, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Napa Auto Parts, and Advance Auto Parts. If you’re an automotive brand and ready to dominate your category, it’s time put a solid logistics strategy in the driver’s seat.

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Top manufacturers of sporting goods by revenue include Nike, lululemon, Anta Sports, and adidas. As the i ndustry only continues to grow, sporting goods manufacturers must put their best foot forward to meet increased demand and win competitor’s shelf space. Billion $6.55 Billion $6.55

3PL 75

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Coming back to the context of technology, and its significance in helping manufacturing businesses grow, it is to be mentioned that the benefits of adopting the resource are actually productive due to a lot of reasons. In the manufacturing industry, generating the coveted sales and maximum Return on Investment are things of highest concern.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Is Just In Time Past Its Time? Retailers would normally already have their goods on hand in Distribution Centres, Stores, and any other channels they may use. Retailers should have had their goods by now yet for some their inventory hasn’t even left the country of manufacture. The State of Things.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Finding last-mile retail delivery solutions continues to be a priority for managers. WRITTEN BY CELINE CLAYTON / POSTED ON MAY 19, 2022.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Retail Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 100

Kinaxis

APRIL 26, 2017

When it comes to supply chain excellence, particularly in the retail sector, there is one behemoth dominating the landscape: Amazon. The online retailer’s most recent patent focuses on drone technology, and would involve drones delivering packages with parachutes. by Alexa Cheater How to overcome the Amazon effect.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Much of our world relies on the timeliness, effectiveness, quality, and reliability of manufacturers. However, it is proving to be a more complex proposition for manufacturers who are typically more nascent in their digitalization efforts, and in bringing improved connectivity and visibility to their supply chains.

Capacity 75

Capacity Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 75

Unleashed

MAY 7, 2023

With the right systems in place, manufacturing inventory management can help to reduce production and ensure all operational processes are carried out effectively and efficiently. In this guide, we cover the types of manufacturing inventory, the costs, and a few handy strategies for managing it effectively.

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Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. If you already know what Kanban is and just want the case studies, scroll down! Table of Contents. What is Kanban?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Examples 98

ToolsGroup

MAY 17, 2022

We’re inching toward the time of year when sweltering heat can only be quenched by one experience–a dunk in a cool, crisp, clean swimming pool. A combo of pandemic-related increased demand, and the tragic destruction of a key chlorine manufacturer have led to 2022’s swimming pool chlorine shortage. The cause of this tragedy?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

If an Oracle retailer – outside grocery where Uber already has a solution – is using Oracle Retail Cloud, they can support ecommerce and omnichannel solutions for consumers with minimal effort. There are thousands of retailers that use Retail Cloud. This is a relatively minor piece of new functionality.

Supply Chain Software 218

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QAD

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

It was a relatively simple network that started with the food manufacturer sending products to distribution centers, then on to the grocery stores and specialty shops. The evolution of the value chain has been driven by multiple factors; technology, manufacturers and the consumer. The massive “big box” all-in-one stores did not exist.

Beverage 96

Beverage Food Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings 96

Unleashed

APRIL 28, 2021

Manufacturing production is the process of making finished goods from raw products through the use of human and machine labour, in the most efficient and cost-effective way. There are three methods of manufacturing production: make to stock, make to order and make to assemble. Why use make to stock? Who should use make to stock?

Manufacturing Procurement 90

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Simmons Foods Simmons Foods is a farm to fork poultry manufacturer. Depending on the product, their customers are consumer goods companies, retailers, food service distributors and restaurant chains. Simmons supplies private label products to some of the world’s largest retailers and food chains. The freight market is mercurial.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2023

Jennings is an American professional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist. The Franklin Sports Supply Chain 75% of Franklin Sports goods products, by revenue, are produced by third party contract manufacturers. 40% of the finished goods are shipped directly to retail clients by their contract manufacturers.

Security 198

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BlueYonder

JUNE 20, 2022

With incredible pressure on companies – especially retailers – to offer same-day delivery, how can this last mile be optimized at scale for both cost and service? Across hundreds of stores and a seemingly endless array of SKUs, how can retailers have the right products positioned optimally, in advance, to anticipate local demand variations?

Retail 78

Retail Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Optimization Software 78

BlueYonder

JUNE 12, 2023

“Out of the chip pan and into the fire” must be a recurring feeling among manufacturers – across 2022 and into 2023 – as a proposed rebound following the eye of the COVID-19 pandemic storm has been usurped by a host of new and evolving challenges that have hindered both sides of the supply-demand equation.

Manufacturing Procurement 76

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Cost Reduction Strategies Supply and Demand 76

ShipBob

JANUARY 15, 2024

Inventory glut happens when a business is holding more inventory than it can sell in a reasonable time frame. In fact, according to a report , two-thirds of retailers had excess inventory during the 2023 holiday season last year. What is inventory glut? Inventory glut affects businesses both large and small. What causes inventory glut?

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 13, 2023

New manufacturing data reveals the small to medium manufacturing sector remains in recovery mode, with global performance largely mapping to local economic conditions. New Zealand manufacturing, meanwhile, is at an historic inflection point, with stagnant performance in multiple sectors.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 18, 2024

As we tackle the rise of AI-generated data, organizations will need to spend time and oversight validating the data or risk hallucinated results.”[3] Imagine being able to anticipate customer demand, optimize your supply chain and make informed decisions in real time. With AI, we can do just that.

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Cognira

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The Pressure is on – Why Retailers Need to Take Action on Green Retailing. Retail AI/ML & Data Science. Sustainability, a topic that has long been discussed, is becoming one of the most important strategic priorities for retailers. What is Green Retailing? Why invest in Green Retailing?

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