NC State SCRC

MAY 30, 2022

The report was published in the last month, and reflects some of the increasing challenges and disparities that exist between procurement and supply chain executives. One of the problems that often emerges in organizations is not only misalignment between procurement and supply chain, but also between senior executives and their managers.

Supply Chain Execution 98

Supply Chain Execution Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing 98

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

If you are buying widgets, there are many ways to make your purchase, from going to a retail location, ordering online or using a standard procurement software tool that allows you to order lots of widgets and receive them over a specified period of time. Freight is unique. Data rules. Data is critical to decision making.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies 100

Unleashed

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Without the right inventory management solutions in place, it’s almost impossible to maintain optimal stock levels, minimise costs, and improve overall efficiency – all of which are essential to ongoing business success. In this guide: What are inventory management solutions? Here are some examples to consider for your business.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Turvo

AUGUST 31, 2021

With all the volatility that still lingers in the modern supply chain, the need for high-quality data analysis, solid procurement planning, good profit margins , and streamlined scheduling systems all remain crucial for shipping and transportation providers. Why Poor Visibility in Grocery Procurement Plans Lead to Big Issues.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing 59

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

Continuing Disruptions in Transportation and Sourcing Materials After the pandemic, retailers are faced with new challenges and disruptions due to global conflicts, trade restrictions, and now recessions. They are more likely to shop for discounts and sales and may delay purchases of some items.

Supply Chain Planning Software 193

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NC State SCRC

AUGUST 18, 2022

Artificial intelligence is growing rapidly across many organizational applications, and nowhere is this impact greater than in procurement. Given the recent rapid inflationary pressure and the challenges of significant material shortages in 2022, there is growing pressure on procurement to continue to deliver value, as never before.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Procurement 52

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. Thus, more companies replaced antiquated enterprise resource planning systems, as explained in another GT Nexus report, with an easy-to-integrate solution, such as the Cerasis Rater.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 120

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The added strain on resources is on track to force high freight volumes to continue well into the next year. Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? A Possible Stimulus on the Horizon May Increase the Challenge of Procurement Through Peak Season. As highlighted by?

Prescriptive Analytics Software 308

Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Pricing Training Negotiating Skills 308

Supply Chain Network

AUGUST 6, 2012

According to the latest American Shipper benchmark survey, transportation spending increased in 2012 – according to 75 percent of respondents – remaining unscathed by budget cuts. Shockingly, though, companies are failing to invest in the necessary procurement tools to manage spend and optimize their transportation networks.

Optimal Sourcing 92

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 92

ivalua

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Further, if the truth be known I suspect many others in procurement and supply chain are feeling the same, but maybe that’s not true. This is not a “side of the desk” or part time role, nor within the skill set or training for the vast majority of purchasing and supply chain managers. Upstream transportation and distribution.

Purchasing Skills 130

Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Price Reduction Waste Reduction 130

SCMDOJO

JULY 13, 2022

National Association of Educational Procurement. Indeed, it is a handy tool to locate jobs. This online job search tool also helps you generate a cover letter or professional summary applicable to your work history and experience. I have used Indeed for several years and am very grateful for this tool!

Supply Chain Design Software 112

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 112

OptiProERP

MAY 3, 2021

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions are now a dime a dozen. It’s for this reason that careful attention is needed when selecting the right ERP software for your specific business requirements. There are several options of software solutions to meet your supply chain management needs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 93

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions Analytics Software 93

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

For example, Maersk ordered eight 16,000 TEU vessels to be operated on carbon-neutral methanol fuel, while DHL has purchased large amounts of sustainable aviation fuel and ordered 12 all-electric cargo planes. It comes from the annual customer survey conducted by logistics software company Transporeon.

Resource Reduction 237

Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Freight Optimal Sourcing 237

AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

By optimizing supply chain operations, companies can free up substantial funds which can then be reallocated towards sustainable and decarbonization efforts. Supply chain optimization software like SC Navigator can heavily help in discovering significant cost-saving opportunities that can be re-invested in a supply chain decarbonization project.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Waste Reduction 156

SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS is a technology-driven approach to managing supply chains, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for businesses. Companies with advanced supply chain practices excel in delivering quality third-party logistics management, SKU optimization, efficient transport management, and swift handling of B2B/B2C shipments.

Supply Chain Planning Software 89

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 89

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 11, 2023

In July of 2022, Supply Chain Matters provided our readers added perspectives and highlights regarding supply chain planning technology provider Logility’s acquisition of supply chain network design technology start-up Starboard Solutions. Evolution of Supply Chain Network Design Technology.

Network Design Software 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As a developer working on the braking software of an automatic car for the past eight years, he constantly tells me that it is not easy, and all of the estimates are too waaaay too positive. Accept that existing advanced planning solutions (APS) are not sufficient. Is there data in the organization that should be used, but is not?

Supply Chain Planning Software 288

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling 288

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

A digital workforce weaves together disconnected automation tools – Robotic Process Automation (RPA), AI, and machine learning – to think, act and analyse the way a human worker would, and work alongside humans. In a nutshell, RPA helps businesses execute core processes faster and with fewer resources. Procurement.

Supply Chain Software 246

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain 246

QAD

JANUARY 19, 2023

This process covers anything in direct relation, from individual employees to organizations, information and resources. Logistics is a larger focus for transportation companies. Industry: carrier regulations, trade compliance and transportation. Create memorable moments, from purchase to delivery.

Supply Chain Planning Software 95

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 95

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

As physical stores opened, shut down and re-opened again, consumers became more flexible in the way they shop for, and purchase, just about every product. Transportation: Moving to a Digital Environment. If 2020 and if 2021 proved anything, it’s that the omni-channel selling environment is here to stay.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 187

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 187

EC Sourcing Group

MAY 3, 2023

Guide to Impact Assessment So, how do you collect all this information on suppliers and make informed decisions without usurping your staff’s time and other valuable resources? eSourcing tools , like those offered by Simfoni , can automate the process and help sourcing managers make better, data-driven decisions.

Material Savings 52

Material Savings Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Procurement Solutions 52

Unleashed

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

In accounting, finished goods inventory is the specific number of inventory or manufactured items that you currently have in stock available for customers to purchase. Step 1: Raw materials procurement One of the first activities of a manufacturing business is to obtain the raw materials needed to produce a finished good.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software 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. How often do purchases happen?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Pricing Training 98

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 12, 2019

Examples include Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Warehouse Management (WMS_ or Advanced Planning (APS). As a result, when I was a Gartner analyst and technology providers would provoke me to write a Magic Quadrant on visibility solutions, I would laugh. These solutions are proprietary and closed. Organizational talent.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 173

Prescriptive Analytics Software Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software 173

QAD

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Product packaging, especially in the consumer products universe is more than simply the vessel to hold the product and to protect it during transport. Packaging changes have impacted the procurement, manufacturing and distribution processes of organizations. Many times, packaging gives a product its identity. It influences sales.

Packaging 95

Packaging Supply Chain Transformation Manufacturing Procurement Sustainability 95

New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Introduction: Procurement Planning for Distribution-Intensive Businesses Procurement planning is not a widely recognized category of supply chain software, but it should be. The resulting plan should maintain adequate safety stock levels for each purchased item while reducing inventory costs.

Procurement Solutions 52

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Today begins our series about electronic data interchange or EDI in transportation. In this series, we will first talk about how EDI in transportation works and what it is, covering the history of EDI in transportation, the definition, how it works technically, and then some common EDI codes used within the transportation industry.

Electronics 262

Electronics Transportation Data Resource Reduction 262

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 3, 2023

ML solutions can help collect and analyze product data to understand customer needs, uncover hidden problems, and identify new business opportunities. Predictive maintenance Manufacturers waste resources fixing faults instead of allocating planned maintenance. This also improves asset reliability and lifetime.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Data 98

QAD

JUNE 8, 2023

When QAD hosted a live webinar earlier this year to explore and analyze the challenges that have procurement leadership buzzing these days, the issue of environmental, social and governance (ESG) was a hot topic. Read more of Michael’s expert reasoning on ESG in the full article in Solutions Review. Is the juice worth the squeeze?

Waste Reduction 88

Waste Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction Price Reduction 88

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

They do not relate to any overall company procurement goals and objectives. Figure 1 shows a sample proposed SPM project structure for a transportation services company. Others will have a purchasing or supplier management board at the senior management level. Some companies may have a board of directors.

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Procurement Analytics 55

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Amazon’s purchase of Kiva Robots changed the landscape of robotics in the supply chain. Technology Will Reshape Procurement Practices. Better procurement practices translate into better overall sales, but the role of procurement in driving sales’ statistics will change throughout 2017. Robotics Will Grow More Versatile.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Trends 120

OptiProERP

APRIL 19, 2022

APS synchronizes thousands of resources to create accurate production schedules. With increased complexities due to expanded product lines, and with more resources used in production, it becomes difficult to take everything into account. Visualize production schedules, current load, resource capacity, and bottlenecks.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 52

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We enable them by providing high-quality supply chain on-demand courses, guides, best practices, tools, and mentoring from industry experts. We have Courses like S&OP deployment, Supply Chain Digitalization , , and Negotiation in Procurement. Eight core competencies stand out, encompassing crucial aspects of SCM.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 70

SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

In this article, we’ll delve into the benefits and challenges of this powerful tool, and discuss the architecture that’s necessary to successfully integrate it into your business. Cognitive analytics: Cognitive analytics is a powerful tool that relies on artificial intelligence and machine learning to process vast amounts of data.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 110

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The Supply Chain industry provides vast employment opportunities, from procurement to warehouse inventory, management, and shipping. Freight brokers are often companies licensed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to arrange the transport and shipping of goods depending on their client’s needs.

Negotiating Skills 96

Negotiating Skills Freight Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 96

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Traditional manual approaches and one-size-fits-all tech solutions fall short, offering scant assistance. The solution? You can conveniently work with the right suppliers by analyzing pricing, quality, and delivery times as the system helps you identify reliable suppliers, thereby, streamlining the procurement processes.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics 59

Unleashed

AUGUST 20, 2023

For customers, it can mean the time it takes to receive an order after they have purchased it. For product sellers, it can refer to how long it takes to receive raw materials or bulk products after placing a purchase order with a supplier. There are many definitions for lead time in supply chain management.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Procurement Analytics 52