GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

Therefore, it is paramount for you as a logistics and supply chain professional to have a keen sense of how to properly evaluate a supplier. The next posts in the series will break down metrics and issues to consider in SQM by industry and conclude with a case study on the application of SQM. Cost of quality.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Metrics Quality Supply Chain Planning Software 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Editor's Note: As of late you may have noticed we have written a lot about procurement and the future of procurement. A large part of procurement is finalizing the contract and then the follow through of the determined deliverables in that agreement. Many logistics service providers will provide their customers with an SLA.

KPI 120

KPI Negotiating Skills 3PL Optimal Sourcing 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Since 2014, the shipping industry has suffered numerous setbacks. Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. Too Much Inventory Will Make Restoring Shipping Profits Difficult.

Capacity 120

Capacity Purchasing Skills Material Savings Price Reduction 120

Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2015

And yet, prior to replacing a legacy inventory management system and implementing a supply chain analytics solution from FusionOps , the share of merchandise the company delivered on-time and in-full was a dismal 28 percent! How did this vast improvement in a key supply chain metric translate into financial performance?

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Supply Chain 100

Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

With peak shipping season just around the corner, the logistics industry is looking forward to a smoother supply chain than previous years have provided. However, transportation management experts caution logistics providers not to get too excited. Experts Weigh-In on Peak Season 2022. Despite High-Profile Retail Cancellations, U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Pharmaceutical Trends Industrial 52

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 28, 2024

In conjunction with the reporting of 2023 financial performance, the California based EV maker announced that the company would lay off upwards of 15 percent of its current staffing, amid cash and ongoing business and supply chain related challenges. The company reported a cash balance of slightly over $325 million at the end of 2023.

Supply Chain Strategy 52

Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Procurement Analytics Supply and Demand 52

Enterra Insights

APRIL 22, 2019

Reporting on this development, Jennifer Smith ( @jensmithWSJ ) and Sarah Nassauer ( @SarahNassauer ) write, “Looking to cut inventory while meeting e-commerce demands, the retailer wants more of the goods it orders delivered on time and in full. Walmart recently made headlines when it toughened delivery demands for its suppliers.

Procurement Analytics 113

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement KPI Purchasing Skills 113

Elementum

APRIL 25, 2016

As more people turn to the Internet to purchase products, industries are feeling the pressure to improve efficiency while ensuring customer satisfaction. In a recent investment research report, analysts noted that e-commerce sales will climb to over US $1 trillion by 2020 if the overall retail sector experiences even modest growth.

Demand Planning Software 60

Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Supply and Demand 60

GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

Walmart would not have the ability to provide such low prices and have consistent inventory in the over 5,000 stores in the United States and over 1.3 “The net true cost considers issues such as waste-to-landfill, greenhouse gas emissions, economic mobility, worker safety and food safety. .” Decades in the Making.

Gartner 120

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

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 5, 2022

Founded in 2014, this Boston based robotics technology firm leverages capabilities that are described as mimicking human hand-eye coordination, leveraging machine-learning to a vision system on a gripper and allowing mechanical fingers to bend and twist around objects to perform piece-picking tasks. Global Health Exchange Acquires Syft.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Instead of setting up brick-and-mortar stores, or keeping inventory on hand, you can start offering this new product on your new store. A recent report by Frost & Sullivan, “The Future of Parts and Service Retailing in the Automotive Aftermarket” , predicts that by 2025, 10 to 15 percent of all global parts sales will be made online.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Analytics Software Trends Supply Chain Design Software 120

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Logistics startups are popping up everywhere. Logistics start-ups investments shot up from 0.1% of total tech investments in 2012 to 1.37% in the first half of 2014. We’ve rounded up the top 20 logistics technology innovations changing the way over $18 trillion dollars of goods are shipped annually.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 120

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. 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. What will happen in 2016? Of course, what happens in the U.S.

Predictive Analytics Software 120

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The consulting team pitches a theme–vision of supply chain best practices, big data analytics, or demand-driven value networks– to the executive team, and a new project is initiated. It was also the preference of the consulting partners because the projects were longer, more costly and better aligned with the consulting model.

Supply Chain Planning Software 309

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Demand Planning Software Optimization Software 309

Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2015

I’m on limited time this morning, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: enVista Launches New Business Entity, Enspire Commerce®. Here are some interesting findings: 40% of consumers have purchased from retailers based outside the U.S., Finally, UPS and comScore, Inc.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Modeling Software Optimization Software 100

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. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. Pioneered the use of vendor-managed inventory.

Inventory Reduction 101

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

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Technology can help to simplify your supply chain management, which will enable your business to operate more efficiently, give you more visibility and control over your inventory, and help to reduce your operational costs. RFID chips are placed on every product and provide a way for business owners to easily track their inventory.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Technology Supply Chain Network Software 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Today we continue our series on successfully working with a logistics company, often called a third party logistics company by focusing on how to properly understand the success of the engagement by knowing all the key performance indicators that a shipper could put in place. This starts with deploying the S.M.A.R.T.

Six Sigma 120

Six Sigma Logistics Network Optimization Software KPI Company 120

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2022

At each company, there is a relationship between the metrics of growth, margin, inventory, customer service, and asset strategy. For the purpose of this article, I will use Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) as the proxy metric to discuss asset utilization.) Understanding this relationship requires modeling. (A

Procurement Analytics 332

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 332

MIT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

On September 30, 2014, supply chain education will take a major step into the digital age with the start of SCx, an on-line educational program developed by the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) for thousands of professionals across the globe. SC1x – Supply Chain and Logistics Fundamentals (fall 2014).

Supply Chain Design Software 88

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 88

GlobalTranz

MARCH 4, 2015

We are lucky to also feature the great supply chain of Staples, who recently purchased Office Depot. In the first project, Whitman faculty and students will analyze fulfillment operations and make recommendations regarding how Staples can further improve its inventory and distribution decisions.

Gartner 120

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning 120

Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2017

After years of struggling to manage their inventory, brands are using increasingly sophisticated tools to track apparel and accessories through the supply chain, aiming to avoid the typical post-Christmas fire sales. The company is currently offering 25% off purchases, but that deal ends on Dec.

Inventory Reduction 44

Inventory Reduction Inventory Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 44

Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Following on from its other two highly popular subway maps of supply chain software vendors and logistics service providers, the quarterly magazine Supply Chain Movement has now published the third edition of the Consulting Subway Map Europe showing the European supply chain consultancy sector. 34 | Mindmap Global Logistics Integration.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

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

RFgen

JULY 24, 2019

Here’s how companies cope and what inventory management can do to keep milk and cheese available for consumers: The Search for Sustainable Cows. Looking specifically at milk, Feed Navigator reported a dairy company decided to phase out genetically modified products once it realized customers would pay more for the alternative.

Supply Chain Design Software 54

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Supply and Demand 54

MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 24, 2014

Zaragoza, Spain, where the Zaragoza Logistics Center is based, an employment bright spot in Europe. The unemployment rate in Europe is around 12% and in Spain is about 25%, yet the current jobless rate for graduates of the MIT Zaragoza Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management program in Zaragoza, Spain, is zero.

Europe 71

Europe Spain Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software 71

RFgen

JULY 24, 2019

Here’s how companies cope and what inventory management can do to keep milk and cheese available for consumers: The Search for Sustainable Cows. Looking specifically at milk, Feed Navigator reported a dairy company decided to phase out genetically modified products once it realized customers would pay more for the alternative.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Supply and Demand 52

Kinaxis

MAY 9, 2016

by CJ Wehlage Two years ago, I made some very bold predictions on the 2014 Top 25 Supply Chains, and about 80% of them were true. Last year, I made the not-so bold predictions, as the Gartner 2015 Top 25 Supply Chain rankings were pretty much unchanged. Bold Prediction #2: The Top 10 from 2015 stays the same, except for One.

Gartner 100

Gartner Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Tompkins Blog

APRIL 2, 2014

Third-Party Logistics. Consortium Report. ©2014 Tompkins International. |. Benchmarking & Best Practices Consortiums. Our Focus Industries. Consumer Products. Pharmaceutical & Healthcare. Our Thinking. Client Success Stories. White Paper. Contact Us. Webinar On Demand. 800-789-1257. |. info@tompkinsinc.com.'

Demand Planning Software 40

Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software 40

NC State SCRC

JULY 29, 2017

Working capital is generally in the form of inventory, which is an asset that doesn’t produce any revenue or cash. A metaphor is that of reducing friction, which increases flow, where friction includes all of the typical delays and problems that slow material flows and increase inventory. This phenomenon is so new (e.g.

Real-time Visibility 40

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Software 40

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 2, 2016

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth greater than the average within their industries. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. Inventory shortages. Supply Chain Costs.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software 40

Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Logistics and Distribution. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. cities with these lockers in-place are located in states that already collect sales taxes for online purchases. Communication Services. Consumer Packaged Goods. Financial Services.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Innovation 28

Tompkins Blog

APRIL 29, 2014

As rapid change takes place in online ordering and fulfillment for retail, consumer goods, distribution, and third-party logistics (3PLs), the needs for real estate space change too. Learn more about aligning strategies by downloading Tompkins Supply Chain Consortium’s report Aligning Supply Chains with Business Strategy.).

Real Estate 66

Real Estate Material Savings Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies 66

6 River Systems

APRIL 4, 2019

Logistics can be traced all the way back to the Greek and Roman empires , but it’s undergone several major transformations as new technologies provide opportunities to more efficiently manage the movement and storage of goods. In the digital transformation age, logistics is once again undergoing a major shift. Marc Tuinier.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 76

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 76

ShipBob

OCTOBER 9, 2023

It’s important to make an informed decision when choosing a fulfillment provider so your logistics operations don’t slow down growth and cut into profit margins. Shopify Fulfillment Network ( SFN ) is Shopify’s fulfillment service that brands can use to store inventory and fulfill customer orders.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 98

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Locus Robotics

JULY 5, 2019

These changes, of course, can profoundly affect entire industries such as logistics. The SIP for robotics in logistics is now. Amazon’s delivery network is a logistics marvel that allows room for the delivery of virtually any consumer good to the doorstep in a matter of days or even hours.

Warehousing 40

Warehousing Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Price Reduction 40

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2015

with Predictive Execution and Big Data Views. November 2014 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Cass Freight Index Report for December 2014. I began by making the case that companies — at least those that are forward-thinking — no longer view logistics as just a cost center.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Analytics Software 100

Vinculum

AUGUST 1, 2022

Malaysia is at its peak in terms of growth and increases in population to look into the purchasing of the customer significantly. It would be interesting if such purchasing is done through an e-commerce site and operated at a premium level. It has grown both in terms of online purchasing and the sales perspective for the long-term run.

Malaysia 52

Malaysia Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics 52