OptiProERP

MAY 1, 2019

Developed in the 60s and 70s, material requirements planning (MRP) offered an important breakthrough for shop floor managers. Closed-loop MRP calculates the impact of each order on the work center that is scheduled to complete the order and if too little capacity is found at the work center it may change the order date.

Supply Chain Planning Software 58

Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 58

SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract Logistics is a critical aspect of the supply chain that often remains behind the scenes but plays a significant role in ensuring the efficient movement and management of goods. Contract logistics is a specialized service offered by third-party logistics (3PL) providers to manage supply chain operations on behalf of a company.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Inventory Management Software 90

Silvon Software

APRIL 1, 2024

Business strategy solution jigsaw puzzle Today’s business applications are capturing, processing, and storing unprecedented volumes of data. Unlocking actionable insights crucial for staying ahead of competitors typically involves intricate processes overseen by IT departments.

Procurement Analytics 58

Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Analytics 58

BlueYonder

AUGUST 15, 2023

Supply chain and order management transformation in the retail space is a must, but how many organizations actually know what the results of their investments will be, from day one? By addressing these challenges, retailers can improve their bottom line and better serve their customers. Or, as we label them, “buckets.”

Inventory Reduction 84

Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction 84

ToolsGroup

JUNE 11, 2020

SKF’s use of a digital twin for analytics to support integrated planning demonstrated exceptional supply chain innovation. SKF challenged by legacy supply chain planning processes. Before SKF’s transformation, supply chain planning processes were outdated and planning was done in regional silos.

Gartner 248

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 248

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 5, 2023

This ends up becoming a particularly exceptions-prone part of the shipping process. Real-time visibility is critical to exception management when you’re shipping parcels. Real-time visibility in logistics provides a range of benefits to the shipper and customers that extend beyond exception management.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Shipping 52

Logility

AUGUST 12, 2021

Higher income, less waste, better quality, and improved food security are among the benefits of the farm-to-fork movement growing worldwide. Advanced Inventory Management. Advanced probabilistic safety stock calculation methods can also be leveraged to minimize inventory investments and create time-phased replenishment orders.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 130

ShipBob

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

The root of many inventory management challenges lies in treating all stock equally—when in reality, each item should be assessed and segmented individually. Inventory segmentation is the process of categorizing inventory into manageable segments to optimize everything from storage to order fulfillment.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Inventory Management Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

At its core, the control tower concept is about “stitching together complex and siloed supply chains” so organizations have greater visibility and better insights to help them run more efficient operations. Supply chain data is of little value if it isn’t packaged for efficient access and consumption. Data integrity.

Supply Chain Network Software 194

Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 194

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 12, 2023

In response, logistics professionals seek innovative ways to improve operations efficiency. Logistics analytics relies upon data relevant to supply chain management and the logistics operations of a company. Automated Data Collection Processes. Fewer resources spent on manual data entry. Communicate better.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Analytics Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

These trends and technologies include the network effect, innovation in transportation management systems, time slot management applications, autonomous trucks, and the future of last mile deliveries, specifically looking at autonomous mobile robots and drones for home delivery. The Benefits of Time Slot Management ; Chris Cunnane.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 216

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software 216

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 26, 2023

This helps shippers better manage their supply chain. You better understand when the parcel will arrive, and real-time data helps enable accurate and efficient delivery. As a result, companies are able to increase their efficiency, reduce waste, and improve their bottom line.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Silvon Software

MARCH 3, 2023

On-Time Delivery (OTD) On-Time Delivery (OTD) is a primary metric used to determine the overall efficiency of the supply chain. Following are just a few examples of how measuring on-time delivery can be difficult: Volume of ordered goods. Quantity of goods in the order. Delivery date.

S&OP 102

S&OP Procurement Analytics Supply and Demand Analytics Software 102

Locus

APRIL 21, 2023

In an era of rapid digitalization, consumer buying behavior continues to evolve, and the retail and e-commerce industries are no exception. With cutting-edge dispatch management technologies powered by machine learning and artificial intelligence, retailers can turn this ambitious vision into a reality.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Retail Supply Chain Design Software 52

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

There has always been pressure to operate efficiently, but simultaneously improving the customer experience while reducing cost has become a more recent imperative. As I talk to store operations leaders, I hear two common themes: District managers and store managers are overloaded with work and have a desire to be more productive.

Cost Reduction Strategies 75

Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Precoro

AUGUST 31, 2023

To prepare for possible disruptions and to stay cost-efficient in general, companies should be conscious about their spending at all times, and should avoid paying for the things that don’t contribute to business profitability. For instance, they can focus on negotiating better deals with the suppliers.

Material Savings 105

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Price Reduction 105

BlueYonder

JANUARY 27, 2022

It requires strategic placement of inventory, order optimization, and seamless omni-channel orchestration and fulfillment from the first-mile through to the last-mile delivery. Order management, fulfillment and delivery systems need to seamlessly and accurately provide the most updated inventory and delivery information.

Supply Chain Design Software 60

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Real-time Visibility 60

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 13, 2021

They have also spent significant resources publicising and socialising such agreements, and dedicated further resources to helping companies use them. For FTAs to be better considered and used, many conditions need to be met. What constitutes minimal processing. Documentation to be presented. What is “customs control”.

Pricing Training 245

Pricing Training Negotiating Skills Purchasing Training Optimal Sourcing 245

QAD

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In his recent article in Embedded Computer Design magazine, QAD’s Ian Berman explains why modern trade management is critical to 21 st century commerce and describes the pitfalls of manual screening. The bottom line is: all orders should undergo a corporate screening process and the due diligence process should be automated.

Global 52

Global Resource Reduction Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

In today’s competitive market, the successful operation of a business hinges on the smooth integration of various processes and information management systems, especially when it comes to 3PL integration. As a result, orchestration simplifies data management, making it easier for businesses to work more effectively.

3PL 77

3PL Supply Chain Design Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Inventory Management Software 77

ivalua

JANUARY 24, 2022

How do Chief Procurement Officers and their teams leverage digital transformation to take control of their data and better deliver against their strategic objectives? . Data is central to successful digital transformation to relay real-time information and greater visibility into operations and resource allocation.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Data 130

Turvo

DECEMBER 9, 2021

These digital tools allow organizations to seamlessly share information and automate processes that keep supply chains running smoothly and efficiently. Collaboration with these systems provides excellent advantages to freight brokers, partners, and all involved in the process. Integrated, Digital Document Management.

Analytics Software 72

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Predictive Analytics Software 72

Precoro

JANUARY 16, 2023

Keep reading to find out more about: What is spend management? Types of expenditures to consider Difference between spend management and expense management Steps to build a spend management system Importance of spend management Challenges of spend management Risks of poor spend management What is Spend Management?

Procurement Solutions 98

Procurement Solutions Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction 98

Elementum

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

A generation’s worth of mounting pressure for an efficient supply chain had finally led to a collapse, exposing gaping holes in supply chain’s robustness and health. Resilience,” in this sense, is code word for “rebuild supply chain to what it was before the pandemic hit, except reinforced to take a punch.” ” – Willy C.

Supply Chain Design Software 78

Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Predictive Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 78

Elementum

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

A generation’s worth of mounting pressure for an efficient supply chain had finally led to a collapse, exposing gaping holes in supply chain’s robustness and health. Resilience,” in this sense, is code word for “rebuild supply chain to what it was before the pandemic hit, except reinforced to take a punch.”

Supply Chain Design Software 78

Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Predictive Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 17, 2022

Agile project management article and permission to publish here provided by Andrej Fedek. The agile approach is one of the most popular methodologies among project managers these days. In this article, we will outline seven key reasons why Agile project management is now the most popular method in project management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 114

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 114

SCMDOJO

MAY 6, 2022

The growth of coding capabilities and accessible resources can help several firms consolidate data sources and create real-time visibility throughout the end-to-end supply chain using no-code development platforms. No-code platforms involve everyone in its application development process, irrespective of experience.

Supply Chain Design Software 109

Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Inventory Management Software 109

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

So, let’s take a few minutes to define some of the most common terms related to managing logistics via advanced technology. Transportation management system (TMS). By replacing manual processes and paperwork with software, logistics teams are digitizing complex transportation functions to increase visibility.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 77

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 77

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

When it comes to effective and profitable road transport management, it is undeniably crucial you get a reliable 4PL provider to handle your logistics. Knowing the potential value of a 4PL integrated early into the process is key to saving you more and delivering greater service. What is 4PL? How Does A 4PL Benefit My Business?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 66

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 66

Logility

AUGUST 24, 2023

Production planning software helps you determine how to run production based on your client orders, forecasts, and safety stock requirements. This is where production planning software excels over enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Better production planning will also help you improve customer service levels.

Supply Chain Planning Software 147

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Forecasting Software 147

Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2018

Demand for these solutions, from both shippers and brokers, continues to grow because companies want to identify and implement better ways to plan and execute their transportation and logistics operations, which is what ultimately delivers value. The ability to answer “Where’s my truck or order and when will it arrive?”

Real-time Visibility 101

Real-time Visibility Capacity Procurement Analytics Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

BlueYonder

AUGUST 28, 2023

Adding to the complexity, an increasing number of orders must be captured and fulfilled across a growing number of channels, supported by flexible delivery options. By collecting and analyzing that data, they can develop insights that support better and more timely decision-making. The problem?

Optimal Sourcing 70

Optimal Sourcing Data Inventory Management Software Analytics Software 70

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

In fact, the National Retail Federation (NRF) found that 75% of consumers expect delivery to be free even for orders under $50. Warehouse logistics is the process of planning, operating and controlling the flow of goods in your warehouse to optimize costs and time and meet other business objectives. What is the order volume?

Warehousing 98

Warehousing Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

QAD

JUNE 4, 2020

This article was co-written by Cathy Fisher , founder and president at Quistem , a global expert in quality management systems. The food and beverage industry is no exception as manufacturers have been impacted in a number of areas. The plan includes: Managing and preventing the spread of COVID-19 at manufacturing facilities.

Manufacturing Procurement 141

Manufacturing Procurement Beverage Food Manufacturing 141

QAD

JUNE 4, 2020

This article was co-written by Cathy Fisher , founder and president at Quistem , a global expert in quality management systems. The food and beverage industry is no exception as manufacturers have been impacted in a number of areas. The plan includes: Managing and preventing the spread of COVID-19 at manufacturing facilities.

Manufacturing Procurement 141

Manufacturing Procurement Beverage Food Manufacturing 141

RFgen

MAY 26, 2023

In the world of inventory management, stockouts and overstocking can be detrimental to business success. For manufacturers, the quantity has reached zero and the company is unable to fulfill an order or production requirement. This translates to insufficient inputs for production needs and customer orders.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Locus

APRIL 5, 2022

We are living in an age where B2B buyers don’t have the time to extensively coordinate with logistics partners, business vendors, and supply chain professionals around standard processes like order fulfillment. Whenever they book new orders, cancel or reschedule them, they want a B2B e-commerce experience that is equivalent to B2C.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Demand Planning Software 52