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Definitions Matter

Supply Chain Shaman

” Traditional View What does end-to-end planning mean? .” ” Traditional View What does end-to-end planning mean? Traditionally, the definition of end-to-end supply chain planning meant: Forecasting based on order or shipment patterns. Matching demand and supply in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP).

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Load Building and Optimization with Tom Moore

The Logistics of Logistics

On this podcast interview, Tom Moore and Joe Lynch discuss load building and optimization. With a wealth of experience partnering with industry giants like Procter & Gamble, Unilever, Nestle, and Kimberly-Clark, Tom has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge solutions for warehousing, truck loading, and planning optimization.

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Revolutionizing Supply Chain Planning: The Power of Generative AI

Logility

From Lachelle Buchanan , “Revolutionizing Supply Chain Planning: Unleashing the Power of Generative AI” Supply chain planning has become a critical factor for organizations aiming to gain a competitive edge. Generative AI seems will likely transform the way organizations plan their supply chains.

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What is Supply Chain Decision Support? Are We Rearranging Deck Chairs on the Titanic?

Supply Chain Shaman

Supply chain planning. Let’s zoom to the bottom line: the results are less than optimal for all the monies spent and practices deployed. Supply chain management. Are these terms the same? They sound similar, but do they describe similar capabilities? The answer is no. What do they have in common? The trend is clear.

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Use Robotic Process Automation to Improve Route Planning Performance

Logistics Viewpoints

Despite all of the advances in route planning technologies, most logistics organizations still see a wide discrepancy in the results that their planners produce. Some planners consistently generate route plans that are lower cost, better utilize resources, and deliver the best customer service.

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The Benefits of Sustainable Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

By introducing route optimization, green-vehicle fleets and crowdsourced delivery, companies can reduce the amount of people, fuel and effort required to operate their supply chain. Companies that actively plan with climate change in mind secure an 18% higher return on investment than companies that do not. from last year.

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4 Practical Ways To Reduce Freight Costs in Logistics

4WL Consulting

Optimizing Load and Route Planning The first and perhaps most effective way how to reduce freight costs is through optimizing load and route planning. This can be done through route optimization software which selects the most direct routes, avoiding traffic and road works.