The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

A report also found that a fifth of the 2,000 largest publicly-listed companies in the world have pledged to pursue a net-zero strategy. Singapore has also embraced solar energy, having multiplied its solar capacity by more than seven times since 2015. Your Questions Answered: What is a power purchase agreement?

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MIT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Common interests My 2014 post noted how the profession has evolved beyond its transportation/ warehousing roots to become a strategic resource. One example is sustainability. For example, graying populations will create more demand for home-based services, requiring companies to develop supply chains that extend into the home.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 6, 2015

Descartes Reports Fiscal 2015 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results. This is another example of how the business models of 3PLs, consulting firms, and software companies are converging , and why the answer to “ 3PLs, What Business Are You In? ” Ports Gridlock Reshapes the Supply Chain (WSJ – sub.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

… With an ever-complex consumer purchasing path, it can be difficult for a brand to know where exactly to adjust their efforts. Data and advanced analytics. Data analytics and cognitive risk sensing are becoming increasingly important tools for organizations.” ”[2]. CPG industry and cognitive technologies.

Data 100

Data Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies 100

GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Predictive analytics , which identify the intrinsic inefficiencies in simple processes that did not warrant in-depth review in response to the Great Recession. For example, the Cerasis Rater enables rapid reporting, tracking of KPIs, and review of asset-allocation quickly and easily. Warehousing and E-Fulfillment.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 3, 2021

According to IHS Markit, March US purchasing manager’s index (PMI) was the second strongest since data collection began in May 2007. Within its Q1 earnings press release, for example, Amazon shared some interesting statistics on its B2B platform, Amazon Business. If 2020 was the year of B2C, 2021 could likely be the year of B2B.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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RFgen

JANUARY 28, 2015

Wal-Mart and Amazon both focus on delivering cheap prices, and they utilize their supply chains in order to reduce costs below that of their competitors. According to Property Casualty 360, the major challenges of 2015 will be those pertaining to the supply chain. Lessons to Draw from Amazon’s Competition with Wal-Mart.

Supply Chain Software 52

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RFgen

JANUARY 28, 2015

Wal-Mart and Amazon both focus on delivering cheap prices, and they utilize their supply chains in order to reduce costs below that of their competitors. According to Property Casualty 360, the major challenges of 2015 will be those pertaining to the supply chain. Lessons to Draw from Amazon’s Competition with Wal-Mart.

Supply Chain Software 52

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

And on the subject of sustainability, SCDigest.com covered Walmart’s 2015 Sustainability report : Walmart, the world’s largest corporation, is fresh out with its 2015 sustainability report, the eighth such document it has produced. Low prices benefit customers, but low true costs benefit everyone.”

Gartner 120

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. And business relationships did not become more Vested this year — if anything, they reverted back to being “win-lose” arrangements (see Walmart’s Message to Suppliers: Talk to the Hand and The High Cost of Poor Supplier Relationships ).

Predictive Analytics Software 120

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

For example, Kevin O’Marah ( @komarah ) writes, “‘Supply chain’ is a label with baggage. The term “supply chain” is a good example of that. Blanding reports, “According to the researchers, ‘Supply chain industries are a distinct and large segment of the economy. The supply chain economy.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. 2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management. Mini Case Study: Walmart.

Inventory Reduction 101

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

For example, in early 2015 Target announced it was closing all 133 of its Canadian stores due to setbacks in its supply chain. By January 2015, USA Today reported the retailer had lost upwards of $2 billion since it first announced its expansion in 2011.

Resource Reduction 52

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

For example, in early 2015 Target announced it was closing all 133 of its Canadian stores due to setbacks in its supply chain. By January 2015, USA Today reported the retailer had lost upwards of $2 billion since it first announced its expansion in 2011.

Resource Reduction 52

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Veridian Solutions

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Customers have several channels to make a purchase, such as online or mobile, bought in a store, a combination of the two, known as buy-online, pick-up in-store (BOPIS) , or any other channel to purchase offered by the retailer. For example, consider Walmart’s buy online, pick up in-store vending machines. As reported by Paul F.

Inventory Reduction 58

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 3, 2016

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Wal-Mart says it is 6-9 months from using drones to check warehouse inventory (Reuters). China’s logistics sector grows steadily in 2015 (Xinhua). The company demonstrated the use of drones to reporters this week at one of its distribution centers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

Third wave supply-chain planning software will play the machine role in the human-machine collaboration, enabling the knowledge worker to manage large amounts of data, use advanced analytics, and automate processes and decisions across the enterprise and the wider value chain. S&OE ENVIRONMENT.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

Reports 2014 Second-quarter Results. Amazon to open five new warehouses in India (Reuters). In other M&A news, Zipments acquired NYC-based Hobson , which is “a ship-from-store concierge delivery service offering retailers a one-stop solution for same-day (or next day) delivery of online orders and in-store purchases.”

Logistics Network Optimization Software 150

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2016

I want to understand why some companies outperform on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter while others do not. When I called Mark to tell him that Clorox outperformed for the period of 2009-2015 in the Household Products sector and won the Supply Chains to Admire Award, he commented, “ Lora, I am happy to help. I am on a mission.

Cost Reduction Strategies 150

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Chris Johnson heads Tufts Medical Center’s supply chain, and he offers several strategies for those in the healthcare industry looking to make processes more efficienct and reduce costs. News and World Report, ranked the 268-bed institution No. What logistic and purchasing components go into buying a new product?

Vendor Strategies 52

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Chris Johnson heads Tufts Medical Center’s supply chain, and he offers several strategies for those in the healthcare industry looking to make processes more efficienct and reduce costs. News and World Report, ranked the 268-bed institution No. What logistic and purchasing components go into buying a new product?

Vendor Strategies 52

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2016

Yet, more consumers are getting online and finding their purchases around the globe. The use of cloud computing powers is enabling today's shippers to have the full transportation management system benefits without the on-site storage costs. For example, at Cerasis we have a report called the "Least Cost Compliance" report.

Supply Chain Design Software 120

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RFgen

MARCH 28, 2016

Health is a primary concern for consumers who purchase meal supplements and other nutritional products. CNN reported Garden of Life RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal merchandise was linked to 11 cases of salmonella infection. Consumers want to trust the labeling on supplements. Packaging may promise St.

Industrial 52

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RFgen

MARCH 28, 2016

Health is a primary concern for consumers who purchase meal supplements and other nutritional products. CNN reported Garden of Life RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal merchandise was linked to 11 cases of salmonella infection. Consumers want to trust the labeling on supplements. Packaging may promise St.

Industrial 52

Industrial Industry Manufacturing Procurement New York 52

Enterra Insights

JUNE 1, 2020

Advanced analytics are required to unlock this value. ”[3] He explains, “Here’s an example as to what I mean by that. Purchases are always documented. This type of data consists of information already managed by the organization in databases and spreadsheets stored in SQL databases, data lakes and data warehouses.”

Big Data 147

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Logistics KPIs examples can vary from Basic 5 Logistics KPIs to a detailed list of 47 , which you can get from here. For example, one of the leading furniture retailers, IKEA, monitors these KPIs every week as Logistics is the core competence of IKEA. One drawback of Cost KPIs is that it is inversely proportionate to Quality KPIs.

Optimal Sourcing 109

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RFgen

MAY 1, 2017

Organizations that hope to leverage IoT systems in the warehouse need to lay the groundwork through data-focused innovation. This is especially evident in warehouse settings, where connected devices of various sorts have long been in use to handle complex inventory and asset management tasks. In 2015, the industry was valued at $2.27

Inventory Management Software 52

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RFgen

MAY 1, 2017

Organizations that hope to leverage IoT systems in the warehouse need to lay the groundwork through data-focused innovation. This is especially evident in warehouse settings, where connected devices of various sorts have long been in use to handle complex inventory and asset management tasks. In 2015, the industry was valued at $2.27

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Analytics Software Warehousing Innovation 52

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

To say there is any one single way in which to manage a warehouse would be folly—much depends on the nature of the supply chain and of the warehouse itself. If on the other hand, your warehouse is already free of these problems, it’s a good idea to take note of them anyway and to remain vigilant.

Warehousing 77

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

One familiar example is Netflix’s algorithm to identify what characteristics of movies will appeal to you. [v] vi] Cisco estimates that some 25 billion devices will be connected in the Internet of Things (IoT) by 2015, and 50 billion by 2020. [vii] Applications in supply chain and retail are only now beginning to be explored.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

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Unleashed

MARCH 22, 2022

As an example, here are the criteria for classifying alcoholic drinks in the UK: The definition of no-alcohol beverages in the UK: In the UK, a no-alcohol or alcohol-free product is defined as one which has 0% to 0.05% Alcohol By Volume (ABV). Heineken, for example, is rolling out its 0.0 beer on tap in pubs in the UK in 2022.

Procurement Analytics 98

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FLEXE

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

On the supplier side, companies that produce Springtime seasonal goods know it’s essential that they have enough product in the warehouse to meet demand without carrying too much inventory. Warehouse managers need labor, distribution and capacity options that are as elastic as possible. Retailers have to strike a similar balance.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Users can choose a fixed implementation plan or a more consultative approach, and scale up as needed with everything from reporting and analytics, shop floor data capture, HR, payroll and hosting available. Purchasing and supplier management, International Commerce Codes functionality, and advanced shipping. Orchestrate.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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FLEXE

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

BODFS allows customers to pick a much-shorter delivery window and have purchases delivered from their local Home Depot store to their home or work. The retailer has reported demand for the service has exceeded initial expectations at many of the stores. The latest venture is “BODFS,” or “buy online and deliver from store.”

Cost Reduction Strategies 28

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Supply Chain Strategy Strategy 28

FLEXE

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

BODFS allows customers to pick a much-shorter delivery window and have purchases delivered from their local Home Depot store to their home or work. The retailer has reported demand for the service has exceeded initial expectations at many of the stores. The latest venture is “BODFS,” or “buy online and deliver from store.”

Cost Reduction Strategies 28

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Supply Chain Strategy Strategy 28

FLEXE

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

BODFS allows customers to pick a much-shorter delivery window and have purchases delivered from their local Home Depot store to their home or work.</p> The retailer has reported demand for the service has exceeded initial expectations at many of the stores.</p> billion retailer.</p>

Cost Reduction Strategies 53

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FLEXE

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

</p> <p>On the supplier side, companies that produce Springtime seasonal goods know it’s essential that they have enough product in the warehouse to meet demand without carrying too much inventory. warehouse rents are expected to grow more than 10% over the next three years. As a result, U.S

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