The Case Against Spreadsheets in Last Mile Logistics
Convey
APRIL 27, 2019
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How to Increase the Value of Your Last Mile Planning
DELMIA Quintiq
JUNE 30, 2020
In my previous blog post , I talked about the factors that make last mile logistics one of the most complex and expensive parts of the supply chain. I also looked at DELMIA Quintiq Logistics Planner for the Last Mile , an out-of-the-box solution to optimize last mile planning.
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How to excel in last mile delivery
DELMIA Quintiq
DECEMBER 2, 2019
The last mile is also the one part of the supply chain with the most potential for error. Supply Chain Dive reports that the last leg of a journey can account for up to 28 percent of a product’s total transportation costs. This complexity is beyond the capability of spreadsheet planning. Fast-changing data.
How Mailroom Management Software Boosts Last Mile Logistics!
Supply Chain Game Changer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
6 Techniques to Reduce Last Mile Delivery Costs! Although every part of a parcel’s journey from source to recipient has experienced increased congestion in the past few years, last-mile logistics suffers the most. Last-Yard Logistics Exist On-Site in Residential Buildings.
InFocus: Why Supply Chain Optimization is Key to Success for FMCGs
Locus
MARCH 6, 2023
Key takeaways from the Avian webinar Supply chain challenges for FMCGs : FMCGs often encounter various obstacles in their supply chain, particularly in the final mile. This approach enables seamless reverse logistics , reduces carbon emissions, and provides valuable insights into customer preferences and delivery timelines.
Don’t kid yourself if you think you can manage your supply chain as is
Gravity Supply Chain
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The inevitable industry strikes are coming if not already upon us, but overall, things are running smoother today than last year and certainly a lot cheaper. Having transparency from order creation into the first mile and the critical path to delivery with actionable #data-driven insights is business essential and not a ‘nice to have.’
Locus’ Guide to Optimal Last-Mile Order Management System
Locus
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
In the last few years, order management has depended on cumbersome enterprise resource planning (ERPs) and spreadsheets that slow down the movement of goods. Makes reverse logistics simpler: It is no news that reverse logistics has become just as important as order fulfillment. Check Out: Reverse / Returns Logistics.
Gartner Supply Chain Symposium 2022 Highlights
ToolsGroup
JUNE 14, 2022
People are still taking advanced tools and downloading them into spreadsheets (you know who you are!) The last mile of retail delivery is still hugely inefficient. Just a few months after go-live, the company is already seeing benefits across customer service, logistics, and warehousing. Today there are 3.5
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Inbound vs. Outbound Logistics: Understanding the Key Differences and Optimizing the Last Mile
Locus
JUNE 2, 2023
In the vast, interconnected world of supply chain management, two terms often come into focus—inbound and outbound logistics. Inbound and outbound logistics are two fundamental components of the overall supply chain management process. Here’s an explanation of both: What is inbound logistics? What is outbound logistics?
4 Top Strategies to Enable Efficient Shelf Replenishment
Locus
JANUARY 10, 2024
Read Also: How To Power Up Your Retail Last-Mile Fulfillment To Meet Soaring Demand Why is Shelf Replenishment Complicated Logistically? One often underestimated aspect of shelf replenishment is the complex logistics involved. Conventional spreadsheets or human intuition fall short as cost-effective solutions.
TireHub’s Digital Transformation Shakes Up the Tire Wholesale Industry
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 7, 2021
This is where Bridgestone and Goodyear felt the need to create a national footprint of last mile distribution to deliver the item just in time when the need actually arises and predict what sort of demand they’ll have in local marketplaces as well. This is where TireHub uses ToolsGroup. TireHub’s mantra is crawl, walk run.
Molex Prizes Agility
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Mr. Eberle is the vice president of logistics and distribution operations at Molex. First and last mile shipments are usually by truck. Mr. van den Eijnden is the director of global logistics operations planning and systems at Molex. Because of capacity issues, Molex is working with more logistics partners.
Selecting a Supply Chain Technology Provider is Harder than it Seems
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
JUNE 30, 2022
The logistics industry globally is more competitive, volatile, uncertain and interconnected than ever. Many businesses still function by using Excel spreadsheets and other manual methods, but these “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it” ways of doing business are vanishing. Data security is crucial. That’s certainly fine.
Friends with Fitbits: Fitness tracking and taking supply chain planning to the next level
DELMIA Quintiq
MARCH 18, 2016
It all began last summer. We were to form teams for a friendly competition to track the miles we walked or the time we worked out. Victor could be visiting customers in three different continents in one week and was still able to challenge us to keep up with his miles. This post was first published on Talking Logistics. .
FedEx’s Sudden Financial Miss- What Are the Implications?
Supply Chain Matters
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
Last evening, global parcel, logistics and transportation services provider Fedex Corp. Equity analysts quickly revised their analysis and outlooks for FedEx and other associated transport and logistics focused businesses. Development.
6 Best Practices for Warehouse Management
BR Williams Supply Chain Management
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
If you want your facility operating at maximum capacity with low overhead, get ahead of the competition by staying on top of new warehouse management best practices and logistics best practices. If you haven’t started transitioning away from paper processes or spreadsheets, there’s no better time than now.
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Did You Prepare for Chinese New Year? Some Tips for Next Year
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
But supply chain and logistics experts know they need to prepare for another holiday first. Most sourcing teams and their logistics counterparts plan accordingly. Digital supply chain solutions offer the most comprehensive solution for proactive sourcing and logistics. So be sure to book early.
Digital Supply Chain: Are You Transformation Ready?
Talking Logistics
MARCH 5, 2018
To get some insights on this topic, I spoke with Adam Compain, CEO of ClearMetal on a recent episode of Talking Logistics. Everything from sourcing to last-mile delivery requires use of the data in front of you, often presented on old systems or Excel spreadsheets. What is Digital Supply Chain Transformation?
Achieve Flawless Transporter Management Without APIs | Locus Transporter Management
Locus
JUNE 22, 2023
Locus’ Transporter Management is the latest in last-mile technology that now allow for streamlined coordination between shippers and transporters, without API integration. A major challenge is that transporters are unable to recieve quick and convenient payments based on invoice generated.
How to excel in last mile delivery
DELMIA Quintiq
DECEMBER 2, 2019
The last mile is also the one part of the supply chain with the most potential for error. Supply Chain Dive reports that the last leg of a journey can account for up to 28 percent of a product’s total transportation costs. This complexity is beyond the capability of spreadsheet planning. Fast-changing data.
Plan for greater success: What experts said at Quintiq World Tour Singapore 2015
DELMIA Quintiq
DECEMBER 9, 2015
Suhas Bhise (Head of PPC, Logistics and Sourcing, Arvind Limited): At Arvind, we began looking for a new solution because there was a limitation to how much our existing planning system could meet our requirements. Our planners had a lot more to deal with, and we realized we had to move beyond spreadsheet planning.
This Week in Logistics News (November 4-8, 2013)
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 8, 2013
As was confirmed for me yet again this week at a conference, the most utilized supply chain and logistics application, the reigning champ of them all, is the Excel spreadsheet. XPO Logistics Announces Third Quarter Earnings 2013. XPO Logistics Announces Third Quarter Earnings 2013. As the saying goes, old habits die hard.
The New Normal: Predictions for Retail in 2021
ToolsGroup
FEBRUARY 7, 2021
To refer to that and give you some numbers was that last year we saw an increase of overall 30% in the online sector. You see that, especially that the expected warehouse space is increasing rapidly, so it doubled up last year. So also the demand for it and even the demand couldn’t be really supplied with inventory space.
Friends with Fitbits: Fitness Tracking and Taking Supply Chain Planning to the Next Level
Talking Logistics
MARCH 17, 2016
It all began last summer. We were to form teams for a friendly competition to track the miles we walked or the time we worked out. Victor could be visiting customers in three different continents in one week and was still able to challenge us to keep up with his miles. And I will get to that shortly.
Supply Chain Planning in Emerging Markets: Four Points to Remember
ToolsGroup
MARCH 5, 2019
He adds, “Often, last-mile distribution costs to rural areas are high and reliability is low, compounded by the lack of visibility of in-transit shipments.” ( Invest in Four Key Capabilities While Developing Your Demand-Driven Supply Chain Strategy for Emerging Markets , 18 September 2017) Let’s take Indonesia, for example.
This Week in Logistics News (October 28-November 1, 2013)
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2013
The company’s Menlo Worldwide Logistics group reported revenue of $380.5 Maybe I’m reading too much into it, but with the growing importance of finding and retaining talent in the logistics industry , we ought to change our perspective and actions with regards to the people side of supply chain management. million, down 11.0
5 supply chain management tips for retail for sustained profitability
6 River Systems
AUGUST 19, 2020
When dealing with this volume of data, tracking and analyzing data using an Excel spreadsheet is not realistic, as billions of data points can be created every minute. Consider 3PL solutions Building an end-to-end logistics operation is cost-prohibitive and time-consuming, so many retailers turn to 3PLs.
Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 16, 2015
Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. Sometimes you get lucky and hit the mark; other times you miss the bullseye by a mile. The Case for Competing on Logistics Talent.
How New Supply Chain Technologies Are Boosting Efficiency
ShipBob
JULY 2, 2021
But today, these technological advancements are becoming a reality and transforming the logistics industry. With on-demand logistics on the rise (due to high standards and expectations around accurate, fast, and reliable delivery), technology continues to play a tremendous role in supply chain efficiency. Self-driving trucks.
The Top 15 Retail Trends for 2022
ToolsGroup
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
And, in the last two weeks of the 2021 holiday shopping season, store fulfillment drove sales two times higher for companies offering BOPIS. Learn how to make the most of your working capital with the free guide to Spreadsheets vs. Supply Chain Management Software. Rapid Delivery and Quick Commerce. Get My Free Guide ?.
Digital Transformation in Last Mile Delivery
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Before digital transformation revolutionized last mile delivery in grocery retail, one of my favorite activities was going to the supermarket with my family. Fast-forward to the present day: we still shop together with my mom, but it has been a few years since we last went to a supermarket at all. Last Mile Delivery.
There is No Planet B: Can Supply Chains Save the World?
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 7, 2022
From product design, sourcing and operations planning, to manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, there are many opportunities for improved efficiency at each stage of the process. Much of the ESG journey is about conserving resources with smart planning and automation—but you can’t do that manually with spreadsheets.
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Using an ERP system to provide data for decision-making in manufacturing
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JANUARY 9, 2023
In most companies, the first mile of data and analytics has occurred — amongst executives, and in marketing and sales. The issue is to address the last mile problem and make adoption more broadly across the organization. The challenge is that data is not seen as a key asset that requires quality control and governance.
Top 5 Last Mile Logistics Software Companies In Mexico
Locus
APRIL 27, 2023
In a recent study, the Mexican logistics industry is projected to achieve a CAGR of 4.9% It’s crucial for retailers, e-commerce platforms, 3PLs, FMCGs, and other logistics players in Mexico to embrace state-of-the-art logistics software to overcome the challenges of this rapidly growing sector. from 2017-2029.
Shipping Freight Trends
CargoBarn
JANUARY 10, 2019
As you know, this is not new in the logistics space. Not long ago, all the optimization was done in Excel spreadsheets and took substantial time. Some surveys indicate that leaders in Logistics don’t consider that they will have a significant impact in the next eight (8) years. Last Mile Delivery.
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Why Cross-Fleet Utilization Might Be the Best Bet for Business Growth
Locus
JULY 12, 2023
A few weeks back, Walmart got its new fleet of 4500 electric delivery vans to efficiently fulfill its online orders in the last mile. It mentioned that this fleet enables it to add more sustainability and efficiency to its last-mile delivery operations. The answer is Cross fleet utilization. Yes, it’s possible.
Dangerous Savings: 6 Cost Cutting Supply Chain Strategies That Will Cost You in the Long Term
Locus
JUNE 30, 2023
Those working in shipping and last-mile delivery are all too familiar with the ubiquitous dilemma: cost optimization. No stone can be left unturned when considering how best to streamline each operational facet of your organization, and the last mile is no exception. SaaS vs In-house – ROI Source: Baremetrics 4.
Moving Towards Dynamic
Cathy Roberson
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
It’s been a couple of weeks since the last article and I apologize for that - other than the usual busy and occassional mental blocks, I have no other excuses. ” Indeed, not only is dynamic pricing ready for takeoff in the LTL market but also in the last-mile. Cathy That’s about it for now. Thanks for reading.
Why automation is the next step in your dispatch optimization journey
Locus
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
With a pen and paper in hand and a bunch of spreadsheets at his side, it takes many hours on a good day to complete the task. Take the example of last year’s holiday season. Locus’ DispatchIQ is an ideal platform for dispatch management in the last mile. Beating relegation through automation with Locus’ DispatchIQ.
You Should Be Worried. Supply Chains Are Not OK. Let’s Lock Arms To Drive Change
Supply Chain Shaman
DECEMBER 30, 2021
The current state of logistics is our malady. I find no agency or entity trying to find a holistic solution to global logistics. As the ships increased in size over the last decade, unloading complexity increased. Logistics costs in China are 16.6% Break your dependency on Excel Spreadsheets. The reason?
2019 Shipping Freight Trends
CargoBarn
JANUARY 10, 2019
As you know, this is not new in the logistics space. Not long ago, all the optimization was done in Excel spreadsheets and took substantial time. Some surveys indicate that leaders in Logistics don’t consider that they will have a significant impact in the next eight (8) years. Last Mile Delivery.
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Announcing Stord's $12.3M Series A Led by Kleiner Perkins: Investing in Networked Distribution
Stord
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
As customer expectations for delivery have increased exponentially in the last decade, there has been a massive burden placed on supply chain systems to perform. Simultaneously, modern shippers require logistics expertise, strategy, and partnership to successfully navigate supply chains that are complex, brittle, and ever-changing.
Your Supply Chain’s Moving.to the Cloud
Stord
DECEMBER 7, 2021
One of the biggest obstacles faced by any company moving physical product today is a multitude of incompatible and distinct third party logistics (3PL) providers. Automating Supply Chain Processes Many industry sectors have - and are - undergoing radical digital transformation; supply chain & logistics is certainly beginning to do so.
23 warehouse pros reveal the best ways for warehouses to control & reduce fulfillment costs
6 River Systems
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
Sophie Miles. Sophie Miles. Sophie Miles is the VP of Marketing & Co-Founder of CalculatorBuddy.com , a tech company in expansion to USA, Canada, and South Africa. Jan Bednar is the CEO of ShipMonk , an e-commerce fulfillment company at the center of logistics and technology. Robert Rebitski. Jan Bednar. Punit Gupta.
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