Freightos

AUGUST 31, 2016

There’s unprecedented volumes of global shipments , growing international trade, more flexible supply chains, and easier sourcing than ever before (Alibaba, anyone?). Back in 2008, first-year Spanish college students Manel Galindo and Enric Alventosa tested their software skills on the market “as a game”. The WebCargoNet Team.

Freight 227

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Air Software Optimization Software 227

Supply Chain Opz

JULY 7, 2013

Resilience Project, its methods has been tested under many extreme circumstances such as, - 2008: Chengdu Earthquake in China. Cross-functional team, part standardization, back-up suppliers, dual-sourcing, supplier collaboration are the basic foundation that is tried and true. And according to the U.S. 2009: H1N1 Outbreak in Mexico.

Supply Chain Disruption 170

Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain 170

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2012

In 2008, the rate reached a high of $2.50/mile Utilize lower cost transportation; alternate sources such as Aerocraft airship or rail. Is there a way to offset these increasing costs? Understanding each element will reveal viable solutions. The best indicator of ground freight cost is the US Freight Rate Index, CPM (cost per mile).

Cost Reduction Strategies 171

Cost Reduction Strategies Freight Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies 171

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said it was essential to prevent Tokyo, where the highly infectious Delta COVID-19 variant was spreading, from becoming the source of another wave of infections. This was part of the reason the company missed its 2008 goal to reduce aircraft emissions by 20 percent by the end of 2020.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 252

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Price Reduction Finland 252

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. In 2008, Rockwell Automation prepared to embark on something intentional: the redesign of manufacturing operations and the supply chain. However, localized sourcing shortened leadtimes and improve responsiveness.

Supply Chain Software 34

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement 34

Logility

APRIL 30, 2020

In the wake of the financial crisis of 2008–2010, CSR again became a focus for evaluating corporate behavior. Sources: [link]. CSR gained momentum in the late 1950s with the expansion of large corporations and became a popular subject in the 1980s, covered extensively by Peter F. Drucker and others.

Supply Chain Planning Software 169

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain 169

Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 14, 2015

Against the many new articles and books being produced on the changing face of procurement and the importance of value creation and collaboration, Andrew Cox’s new book “Sourcing Portfolio Analysis” came out earlier this year. These types of relationships do not exist in the world of Cox’s two by two Sourcing Portfolio matrices.

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Negotiating Skills Analysis 60

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

In terms of trade, these are not critical, single-sourced Tier 1 inputs needed in manufacturing. Russia is strongly believed to have used cyber weapons to attack Georgia during the military incursion into the country in 2008. About 6% account for trading and distribution services and 4% for industrial machinery.

Price Reduction 261

Price Reduction Ukraine Russia Logistics Network Optimization Software 261

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. In 2008, Rockwell Automation prepared to embark on something intentional: the redesign of manufacturing operations and the supply chain. However, localized sourcing shortened leadtimes and improve responsiveness.

Supply Chain Software 30

Supply Chain Software Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 30

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Source: Consultancy.UK. Image source: Fortune. As some component lead times push into 2023, the shortage is expected to last 24 months before it recedes – similar to the chip shortage of 2008-2009.

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

Resilinc

JANUARY 19, 2022

Toyota’s thinking about supply chain risk management began to shift in the wake of the 2008 financial crash that bankrupted many important automotive suppliers. As reported in a recent Resilinc blog , supply chains for EV batteries and electric motors are also challenged by ethical sourcing concerns. The post Behind Toyota’s 2021 U.S.

Sourcing Strategies 62

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 62

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 22, 2021

For example, you might be familiar with the fact that bitcoin was unconfined in 2009 and was invented in 2008. August 2008. However, on the 18 th of August 2008, the domain name of bitcoin.org was registered. As per the robust sources on 31 st of October, Satoshi Nakamoto made his first public announcement regarding bitcoin.

How To 98

How To Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software Procurement Solutions 98

Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 17, 2015

Andrew Cox’s new book “Sourcing Portfolio Analysis” represents the more traditional “power-based” view of procurement. In fact, the subtitle for the book, “Power Positioning Tools for Category Management and Strategic Sourcing” gives it all away. But then again, not everything can be simply labeled in a two by two matrix.

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Negotiating Skills Sourcing 60

Freightos

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Meanwhile, ocean carriers were preparing for an economic slump similar to 2008 which negatively impacted the ocean shipping industry, so they were initially limiting activity to save costs. With almost everyone stuck at home, people began spending more money on “stuff” rather than travel or experiences, and demand for e-commerce soared.

Price Reduction 177

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Freight Supply Chain Planning Software 177

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

During the 2008 recession, Walmart strengthened its supply chain by investing in predictive analytics and real-time demand forecasting. Diversify and Strengthen Your Supplier Network for Reliable Sourcing Overreliance on a single supplier or geographic region increases vulnerability during economic disruptions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 69

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 69

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

made that prediction in 2008 (see the Barron’s article What $300-a-Barrel Oil Will Mean for You ). Brent crude oil prices Dec 2009 – Dec 2014 (Source MoneyAM.com). If you want that oil, that’s what you will have to pay for it. That will be in 2015, after the peak of oil [supply].”.

Predictive Analytics Software 260

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics 260

Kinaxis

OCTOBER 7, 2016

It’s no secret consumers, in general, care more and more how and where their food was raised and sourced. Red’s Best was coming on the scene in 2008 while this was all going down; Jared and Red’s Best were ahead of everyone else with this proprietary software tracing fish back to the vessel. Seafood is no different.

Supply Chain Software 205

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 205

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

Hadoop is an open-source software framework written in Java for distributed storage and processing of large data sets on computer clusters. While the rest of the world was deep in a recession in 2008, and manufacturers were struggling with payroll decisions and layoffs, Hadoop innovation was in full swing. Let me give you an example.

Supply Chain Planning Software 0

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 0

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

Source: “Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation & Logistics,” Jason Mathers, EDF, Ryder Innovate 2014. Source: “Advances & Best Practices in Supply Chain Design,” Toby Brzoznowski, LLamasoft, Ryder Innovate 2014.

Innovation 197

Innovation Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software 197

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Source: Dictionary.com. The journey began with a one size fits all approach in 2008, and the policies evolved over the course of the last seven years. Platitude: a flat, dull, or trite remark, especially one uttered as if it were fresh or profound. During the year, I go to a lot of conferences. Orbit Chart for SanDisk for 2006-2014.

Inventory Reduction 150

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 150

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2015

That was certainly true at Starbucks, which went through some difficult times in 2008. Contrary to what many people believe, investing in employees is not dilutive [to a company’s financial results and shareholder value] — it’s actually accretive,” said Schultz, pointing to the company’s turnaround and growth since 2008 as proof.

Conference 100

Conference Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain 100

Cathy Roberson

MAY 8, 2025

Brent Kirby – President Given the uncertainties surrounding current trade deliberations, we would not anticipate significant country of origin changes in our sourcing in the near term. As an example, in 2025, we will be relocating production of 500 toy SKUs from China to other sourcing locations. tariffs were enacted.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Negotiate Pricing Price Reduction 52

EcoVadis

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Global Sourcing Director – Methods, Tools & Responsible Sourcing (Bel Group). She is the Global Sourcing Director – Methods, Tools & Responsible Sourcing, and she has 10 years of experience in Responsible Purchasing. Pascale de Felix . Pascale, how did you get into responsible purchasing?

Manufacturing Procurement 10

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 10

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Current State of Supplier Performance Management Nowadays, the interest in improving supplier performance management methods has increased due to the increase in global sourcing and that of the global economy in particular (Gordon Sherry R, 2008). Supplier evaluation is situational.

Vendor Strategies 84

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Procurement Analytics 84

Freightos

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Click the button on the right to see our sources. SEE CALCULATION × Sources for Freight Emissions The following facts are from disparate sources, but tell a consistent story. Finding freight’s contribution to GHG took a lot of digging. . Curious how we found it? Penske makes a good case study.

Freight 120

Freight Cost Reduction Strategies Optimal Sourcing Nashville 120

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 20, 2020

COVID-19 and the Future of China Sourcing and Manufacture. Economists are warning that the pandemic has triggered a drastic decline in world output and that a deep economic slump and financial collapse worse than the 2008 global economic crisis are unavoidable. But global dependence on Chinese manufacturing is mind-boggling….

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies China Material Savings 52

Freightos

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

But you need to go to the source and assess trend analyses since each index began, especially comparing now with 2008. Most articles on this are doom and gloom but some are more circumspect. Yes, the fall-offs are more than seasonality, and yes they are going downward. How serious is this? Depends on your medium term view of China.

Freight 120

Freight Price Reduction Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 28, 2016

In our recent analysis of supply chains that are “working well” , we find higher performance when companies have source, make and deliver reporting to the supply chain organization. The period of 2007-2008 was the great recession. Typically, it is a lack of common definition on what defines supply chain excellence.

Pharmaceutical 195

Pharmaceutical Metrics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Intelligent Audit

MARCH 17, 2022

recorded in 2008 by the EIA. If weekly increases are jumping at the rate of the Gulf Coast region, it would only take two weeks to surpass the 2008 record. An audit is only the beginning for shippers who must source essential supplies and pharmaceuticals from overseas, but it is the best way to create a concrete plan.

Price Reduction 98

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies 98

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

To gather the necessary data, UPS operations research scientists began piloting telematics technologies with the installation of advanced GPS tracking equipment and vehicle sensors in 2008. Source: Presentation by Bill Lee, VP at Breakthrough Fuel. And with that, have a happy weekend! . Song of the Week: “If So” by Atlas Genius.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 159

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Logistics 159

NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

In 2008, worldwide government stimulus programs allowed stock markets to bounce back in six months, but the U.S. When exports were restricted, many firms were powerless to recover, as they had not established any other sources of supply. Establish a means for dual sourcing. The solution?

Supply Chain Design Software 75

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Negotiate Pricing Supply Chain Design 75

Talking Logistics

JUNE 17, 2015

As the table below shows, back in 2008, the U.S. Source: “The Future of Natural Gas: An Interdisciplinary MIT Study,” [link]. A perfect example of where this phrase applies is the Oil and Gas industry, especially here in the United States where we’ve seen significant change and volatility over the past 5+ years. But by 2014, the U.S.

Waste Reduction 100

Waste Reduction Price Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 100

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Figure-c: Evolution of Lean Six Sigma (source: Snee, R.D. 2007) According to Abramowich (2008) leading Six Sigma companies no longer just talk about quality or cost reduction. Figure-f: Elements of Critical Factors for a Successful Lean Implementation (source: Achanga et. Hoerl, R.W.,

Six Sigma 98

Six Sigma Optimal Sourcing Continuous Improvement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2023

Initially introduced by Nakamoto in 2008 in his publication on Bitcoin, blockchain technology refers to a decentralized peer-to-peer network that runs behind Bitcoin transactions. They collaborated to trace a bundle of sliced mangoes back to its source, with traditional paper documents taking nearly seven days to complete the task.

Supply Chain Design Software 116

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design 116

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The 2023 Strategy sets expectations on the development of future policy measures to strive for 30% GHG reductions by 2030, 80% GHG reductions by 2040, both relative to 2008 levels, and an overall level of ambition of reaching net-zero emissions as close to 2050 as possible. Open source is a way to spread the benefits of these technologies.

Material Savings 147

Material Savings Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies 147

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Sales and Operations Maturity Model from 2005-2008. Orchestration enables companies to effectively manage trade-offs between source, make, deliver and sell.) We source this data from Y charts. The model in Figure 1 became the foundational model for the Gartner S&OP model. Two decades later, I now write less and listen more.

S&OP 195

S&OP Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement 195

New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

JULY 21, 2022

Global Supply Chains Have Been Fundamentally Changing Since 2008. An interesting article in The Economist points out that while we think of the pandemic as having triggered sudden changes in global supply chains, many recent changes just represent an acceleration of trends that had been underway since the 2008 Great Recession.

Trends 52

Trends Supply Chain Software Global Supply Chain Planning 52