RFgen

MAY 5, 2017

Production and employment is on the rise among manufacturers, new numbers show. And whether their new work home is in the factory or the warehouse, the manufacturing industry in particular is riding high, with both production and employment on the rise. Manufacturers Working More Hours. In the U.S. Department of Labor.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Industrial Industry Supply Chain Software 52

QAD

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Many medical device manufacturers are looking more closely at how they can make their operations less vulnerable to disruption. There may be opportunities your medical device manufacturing operation can leverage – in labor, materials, manufacturing and the supply chain – to make your infrastructure more resilient in the face of change.

Inventory Management Software 94

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software 94

GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

.” The Key’s To Walmart’s Supply Chain Management Excellence over the Year. Riding a rising five-year trend, retail juggernaut Walmart® grossed $476 billion in the fiscal year that ended in January 2014, up from $408 billion in fiscal 2010, according to The Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch. Decades in the Making.

Gartner 120

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In our research, we find that 72% of planners primarily depend on Excel and desktop analysis despite the rollout of advanced platforms for planning in 92% of manufacturers with greater than 5B$ in revenue. In this period, 56% of global manufacturers felt that they performed well or very well. The question is, “Why?”

Optimal Sourcing 217

Optimal Sourcing Analytics Software Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software 217

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Raw materials are in short supply, many manufacturers have temporarily mothballed production lines, transportation costs are rising, and labor is getting tight on our roadways , railways and ocean vessels. Until we have this kind of pervasive visibility, inventory management will continue to be largely an exercise in futility.

Rail Software 188

Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 188

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Since 2014, Lean has worked with over 290 satisfied U.S. These firms facilitate the movement of parts and materials from suppliers to manufacturers and finished products from manufacturers to distributors and retailers. Inventory Management. Vendor Management. Customer / Supplier Management.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software 130

IQMS

JULY 11, 2019

Improving semiconductor manufacturing yields up to 30%, reducing scrap rates, and optimizing fab operations is achievable with machine learning. Manufacturers care most about finding new ways to grow, excel at product quality while still being able to take on short lead-time production runs from customers.

Manufacturing Procurement 42

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Modeling Manufacturing 42

RFgen

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Manufacturers use data collection devices to tell real pharmaceutical products from fakes. CNN shared the conclusions of a 2014 U.S. Medical manufactures that create products meeting consistent standards of quality can get lost in the available options. Counterfeit pharmaceuticals are dangerous to businesses and consumers.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Software 52

RFgen

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Manufacturers use data collection devices to tell real pharmaceutical products from fakes. CNN shared the conclusions of a 2014 U.S. Medical manufactures that create products meeting consistent standards of quality can get lost in the available options. Counterfeit pharmaceuticals are dangerous to businesses and consumers.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Software 52

Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2022

Retailers expect to be connected to manufacturers. Manufacturers expect to be connected to suppliers. … Traditionally, inventory counts [have been] a complex exercise done manually about once a year but RFID technology enables retailers to monitor stock monthly bringing accuracy from 60% to over 90%.” ”[6].

Internet of things 130

Internet of things Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Network Software 130

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

While consumers may see some short-term benefit in the form of discounted goods, many retailers have had to reset investor expectations , reflecting the expected hit on margins from carrying so much inventory. Inventory management is challenging enough in normal times. Complete visibility into inventory. All aboard.

Inventory Management Software 224

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 224

EMERGE App

JANUARY 1, 2020

World exports of manufactured goods increased from US$ 8 trillion in 2006 to US$ 11 trillion in 2016. Developing countries make up the bulk of suppliers and manufacturers today. They have a comparative economic advantage: lower wage costs, specialized design and manufacturing skills, and a finely-tuned supply chain.

Currency 52

Currency Purchasing Skills Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Procurement 52

Unleashed

JANUARY 11, 2023

UK-based bicycle manufacturers, Temple Cycles , initially came to Unleashed when the process of tracking all their various parts, assemblies, and finished products exceeded the basic functionalities of a spreadsheet. As their customisation options increased, they were faced with the challenge of managing thousands of product variations.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Inventory Reduction Inventory Management 52

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Manufacturing and cloud reluctance is not a recent issue. Recently, our company has generated some reports of internal data and surveyed a collection of companies to better get an idea of trends in the manufacturing industry. 51% do not use or plan to use cloud-based manufacturing software. In manufacturing? 74% to 79%.

Inventory Management Software 137

Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Survey Trends 137

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Note the elongation of the cash-to-cash cycle in the chemical industry of 38 additional days when comparing the 2014-2019 averages to the pre-recession period of 2004-2006. We need to actively design inventory buffers; yet, only 9% of companies actively design their supply chains. It is worse in some industries. My takeaway?

Optimal Sourcing 229

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 229

Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2015

Like the multi-billion dollar chemical manufacturer that had been paying market rates for ocean transportation for eight years because nobody realized that their contract, filed away in a drawer by a transportation manager who had left the company, had expired. million in net sales in 2014 over the previous year, a 25% increase to $2.1

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Supply Chain 100

Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

In fact, according to eMarketer, there were estimated 1.75bn smartphone users worldwide in 2014. During the 2014 holiday season in the US, IBM Digital Analytics estimated that 25% of US online sales were via mobile. Marketplaces such as Alibaba’s Tmall, caters to suppliers and manufacturers. This represented about 24.4%

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Gartner Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 120

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 8, 2016

In 2007-2014 Terra added inventory management, multi-tier demand sensing, transportation forecasting, and long-term forecasting. The adoption of Terra’s products were brisk until 2011, but during 2012-2014 sales softened, resulting in employee layoffs and downsizing. The Path Forward.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 150

RFgen

JUNE 30, 2015

It is therefore of the utmost importance for pharmaceutical companies and drug manufacturers to remain diligent in all business practices, including inventory management. Manufacturing mistakes, equipment malfunctions and sanitation concerns are all reasons drugs could be deemed unsafe.

Asset Management 52

Asset Management Pharmaceutical Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software 52

RFgen

JUNE 30, 2015

It is therefore of the utmost importance for pharmaceutical companies and drug manufacturers to remain diligent in all business practices, including inventory management. Manufacturing mistakes, equipment malfunctions and sanitation concerns are all reasons drugs could be deemed unsafe.

Asset Management 52

Asset Management Pharmaceutical Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

We developed the Supply Chain Index in 2014 as a way to measure supply chain improvement at a balance sheet level. Often the CEO hires a strategic consultant to audit the supply chain, and they roll through the organization making inventory promises. What CEO does not like the concept of reducing inventory? It is cash.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling Software 150

Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Another discussion came up around managing risk, and the need to establish a range of risk that is often narrowed over time as new analytics reduce the window of uncertainty. ” Companies who do not pay attention to sustainable supply chains are ultimatey exposing their brands.

Predictive Analytics 60

Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Analytics Modeling 60

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 28, 2024

This funding is reportedly contingent on preconditions which include a delayed filing of its 2023 annual report with regulators and continued negotiations with an established auto maker on a joint manufacturing agreement related to North America based production. According to reporting by Axios , factories across the U.S.

Supply Chain Strategy 52

Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Procurement Analytics Supply and Demand 52

Kinaxis

JUNE 20, 2016

In a 2014 study, 46% of manufacturing executives didn’t know what the internet of things was. Here are some examples: Manufacturing monitoring – Devices measure ambient temperature, humidity, air pressure, etc. Inventory Tracking – Despite all the efforts manufacturers put into inventory accuracy it still happens.

Internet of things 188

Internet of things Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 188

RFgen

APRIL 5, 2016

Cosmetic damage to products is a common problem in inventory management, but holds special challenges for food manufacturers. Manufacturing plants or warehouses are not always located within convenient distance of a food donation center. Donating food is more involved than some organizations realize.

Food 52

Food Inventory Reduction Inventory Waste Reduction 52

RFgen

APRIL 5, 2016

Cosmetic damage to products is a common problem in inventory management, but holds special challenges for food manufacturers. Manufacturing plants or warehouses are not always located within convenient distance of a food donation center. Donating food is more involved than some organizations realize.

Food 52

Food Inventory Reduction Inventory Waste Reduction 52

RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

between 2014 and 2020. North America and Europe are currently the largest markets for mobile supply chain solutions but growth in Indian, Chinese and Japanese manufacturing and retail should drive demand for better supply chain solutions in those countries. WMS and TMS are projected to lead the growth through 2020.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning 52

RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

between 2014 and 2020. North America and Europe are currently the largest markets for mobile supply chain solutions but growth in Indian, Chinese and Japanese manufacturing and retail should drive demand for better supply chain solutions in those countries. WMS and TMS are projected to lead the growth through 2020.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning 52

BlueYonder

APRIL 11, 2014

This year, I am especially pleased about a new event called the “ JDA 2014 Supply Chain Challenge.” This event brought teams of two to four students together to form Littlefield Technologies, a fictitious manufacturer of digital satellite system receivers. The winning team consisted of: Matt Mulholland. Tushar Solanki. Aaron Barnard.

Supply Chain Planning Software 72

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Forecasting Supply Chain Planning 72

Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

A Boston Scientific medical device is used somewhere in the world every two seconds, but the company is much more than a medical device manufacturer. The firm’s lean engineers and supply chain engineers help hospitals not only with inventory management and logistics but also with process improvements in catheterisation labs, for example.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Gartner Agile and Lean Supply Chain 60

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2015

Using quantitative surveys, we collected the data in Figure 1 in 2014. The research is a study of large manufacturers. ” If you are interested in seeing a similar analysis of S&OP and Inventory Management technologies, take our surveys. Here are the links to the studies: Inventory Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Modeling 150

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2022

This work started in 2014 when the Colgate team challenged me for giving so much admiration for the P&G team in my first book, Bricks Matter. Colgate outperformed P&G in Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), and P&G exceeded Colgate in inventory turns.

Inventory Reduction 53

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Supply Chain Strategy Price Mitigation Strategies 53

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. Inventory and storage costs. Inadequate inventory management.

Inventory Reduction 101

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Vendor Strategies 101

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

In a VMI model, part of the equation is the inbound & outbound flow of the inventory. Inventory is then put on pallets and shipped as freight. Each blog post written is distributed into groups that reach the supply chain community as well as professionals in manufacturing, transportation, distribution, and more.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Modeling 120

NC State SCRC

APRIL 15, 2019

Right now, AI is gathering and collecting data on consumers, which retail companies are sharing with their manufacturers. Inditex began using RFID devices in 2014 for their garments. Large retail chains are using robots in their warehouses to speed up inventory management and product delivery. Closing Thoughts.

Supply Chain Planning Software 71

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Inventory Management Software Forecasting Software 71

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

is bringing a piece of its supply-chain operations in-house as the company reviews broader operations and management of its distribution.” I wrote about this emerging trend in Keeping Control: What 3PLs Must Convince Their Customers (March 2014). As reported last week in the Wall Street Journal , “Ralph Lauren Corp. I believe so.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing 100

RFgen

APRIL 15, 2016

While technology and experience provide companies with supply chain logistics management solutions to streamline data processes, the modern world also offers unique challenges and increasing causes for concern. The danger becomes increasingly frequent as more companies rely on electronic parts for manufacturing consumer products.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Vendor Strategies Company 52