The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

In 2017 I also assumed responsibility for Field Services and in 2019 Data Excellence & Analytics embracing digital transformation driving our Tailored, Sustainable and Connected 4.0 More recently this learning and application has evolved into the Tailored, Sustainable, Connected Transformation initiatives at Schneider Electric.

Sourcing Strategies 246

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software 246

QAD

JUNE 11, 2020

Manufacturing in South Africa. In addition, automobile assembly, metalworking, machinery, textiles, iron and steel mills, chemicals, fertilizer and food are important manufacturing sectors for the country. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing in South Africa. In 2017, South Africa exported $94.93 About 4.6%

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South Africa Africa Saudi Arabia Manufacturing Procurement 111

QAD

JUNE 11, 2020

Manufacturing in South Africa. In addition, automobile assembly, metalworking, machinery, textiles, iron and steel mills, chemicals, fertilizer and food are important manufacturing sectors for the country. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing in South Africa. In 2017, South Africa exported $94.93 About 4.6%

South Africa 111

South Africa Africa Saudi Arabia Manufacturing Procurement 111

Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

Sustainable supply chains. For manufacturers and other organisations looking to improve their inventory management processes, cloud technology represents a major opportunity – especially when it comes to remote working. Read more: The 10 Procurement Metrics that Matter in 2021. Connected omnichannel services.

Inventory Management Software 80

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Supply Chain Planning Software 80

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Argentus is a boutique recruitment firm focused on Supply Chain and Procurement. It’s becoming more strategic, as companies integrate their Supply Chains and use them as a source of competitive advantage – instead of just a back-office function. More companies are raising expectations of environmental sustainability.

Manufacturing Procurement 49

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Software 49

GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

The high-revolution has given emerging markets the opportunity to become fully developed, increasing the number of consumers and manufacturers. Partnerships reduce transportation costs through freight consolidation, appropriate freight classification and selection and increased scrutiny of billing and documentation practices.

Cost Reduction Strategies 156

Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies Expense Reduction 156

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 23, 2017

At the same time, technological advances such as the Internet of Things, automated transportation and similar futuristic innovations , have been offering the promise of disruption for the last few years without really delivering, although there is little doubt that they will, maybe in 2017, or maybe later.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 40

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2016

You can download our first e-Book, "The Future Of Supply Chain, Logistics & Manufacturing: How Technology Is Transforming Industries" here. Transportation management is no longer a tactical approach to simply moving freight and doing it at the lowest possible cost. 5 Benefits from Logistics Sustainability & Efficiency.

Transportation Management 120

Transportation Management Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Enterra Insights

JANUARY 26, 2022

In addition, paper results in a lack of visibility, efficiency and sustainability, as well as undermining the safety of drivers. ” She adds, “These numbers prove to be a huge gain for those concerned with effective management of their supply chains — like manufacturing and distribution companies. ”[5].

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software 130

Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Collaboration between marketing, product development, finance, procurement and supply chain teams saves costs along the value chain and gives your brand a competitive advantage. The number of materials in a product and from where these materials are sourced have big impacts on the supply chain costs. Transportation. Conclusion.

Supply Chain Design 40

Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Manufacturing Procurement 40

Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Collaboration between marketing, product development, finance, procurement and supply chain teams saves costs along the value chain and gives your brand a competitive advantage. The number of materials in a product and from where these materials are sourced have big impacts on the supply chain costs. Transportation. Conclusion.

Supply Chain Design 40

Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Manufacturing Procurement 40

Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Collaboration between marketing, product development, finance, procurement and supply chain teams saves costs along the value chain and gives your brand a competitive advantage. Sourcing The number of materials in a product and from where these materials are sourced have big impacts on the supply chain costs.

Supply Chain Design 40

Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Manufacturing Procurement 40

Logichain Solutions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Collaboration between marketing, product development, finance, procurement and supply chain teams saves costs along the value chain and gives your brand a competitive advantage. Sourcing The number of materials in a product and from where these materials are sourced have big impacts on the supply chain costs.

Supply Chain Design 40

Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Manufacturing Procurement 40

Freightos

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

The Tesla Semi Truck Will Change Freight. Freight innovation frequently focuses on moving data better – like visibility, eBookings , and the new generation of forwarders and brokers. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 6, 2017. The Tesla Semi in the Wild (Source: reddit). Meet the Tesla Semi Truck.

Freight 156

Freight Puerto Rico Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 156

GlobalTranz

JULY 8, 2016

Today, we wrap up our series on the top 5 blogs in our 4 main categories ( Freight , Manufacturing , Logistics , and Supply Chain ). But, knowing where LTL shipping mistakes are likely to occur can help shippers ensure their freight is delivered according to their expectations and needs.

Transportation Management 125

Transportation Management Transportation Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 125

Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In fact, investor funding for this technology has ballooned since 2017 , growing from US$0.1 Sustainability continues to be a focus Sustainability has appeared on lists of supply chain trends before, and it’s likely to appear on them for years to come. billion to $5.6 billion in 2021.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 21, 2019

The largest category is Women’s wear with a 2017 market value of $643 Billion US dollars. It takes more than 5,000 gallons of water to manufacture a T-shirt and a pair of jeans. Source: thredup.com and GlobalData. At a personal level we can all consider whether we need to purchase new or whether we can buy second hand.

Waste Reduction 75

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Strategy 75

Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Click the links below to compare this year's innovations to those from previous years: Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2017 : exoskeletons, autonomous forklifts, flying warehouses, last-mile delivery, and more. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more.

Supply Chain Design Software 110

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Innovation 110

Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

billion metric tons as of 2017. These two innovations opened up the possibility of a diversified global manufacturing system in which products, including the parts that would be assembled into more advanced products elsewhere, could be made in the most cost-effective regions. Röhlig: The solution at work.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 52

Supply Chain Network

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Miami, November 2, 2017 —Ryder System, Inc. The Chanje all-electric large delivery style vans will become available for Ryder ChoiceLease and rental customers in most of the above markets by the end of 2017. The company’s vision is to drive the evolution of sustainable solutions that improve the last mile.

Supply Chain Planning Software 0

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Instead, it continues, to include the entire lifecycle of a product, from sourcing of raw materials, to the return and recycling of the product, and reintroduction of recycled materials into the manufacturing or production process. Lawmakers are placing obligations on manufacturers to own the future of the materials they process.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 96

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Trends Agile and Lean Supply Chain 96

Elementum

MAY 29, 2015

Shipping giant Maersk posted healthy profits this quarter despite declining freight rates. The losses were offset by cheap oil prices – not a sustainable source of profit. Ships like Maersk’s transport over 95% of the world’s manufactured products, and demand is set to increase 3% - 5% this year. Risky Business Model.

Purchasing Skills 60

Purchasing Skills Shipping Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 60

Unleashed

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Covered In this Business App Guide: Apps for your clients’ tech stack Accounting apps Lightyear Lightyear is a purchasing and accounts payable automation platform which was established in 2017. By using FYI’s capabilities all team members can log in and have one source of truth.”

Forecasting Software 98

Forecasting Software Inventory Management Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 98

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 19, 2015

Transportation management is no longer a tactical approach to simply moving freight and doing it at the lowest possible cost. Attempting to "normalize” flow through a distribution center or inbound to manufacturing is a critical aspect to controlling overall logistics and transportation costs. Gaining "Shipper of Choice" Status.

Transportation Management 120

Transportation Management Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Optimal Sourcing 120

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all. The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control.

Cost Reduction Strategies 54

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 54

Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

The following is a 5,000 word exploration of Maersk’s strategic shift to end-to-end logistics services, based on open sources. Demand for ocean freight was lower than anticipated, and Hanjin Shipping, another top ten ocean liner, was already teetering on the verge of bankruptcy. The Freight Game of Thrones.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 287

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Price Reduction 287

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Apple in talks with miners to secure cobalt supplies: sources (Reuters). Paragon Enhances Routing and Scheduling Software to Support Sustainable Vehicles. Procuring logistics services is not the same as buying paper clips, yet that’s how many procurement organizations approach it. Four States Push Back on ELD Mandate.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software South Dakota Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 100

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Source: Evan, Flikr. “I I will be wrong again,” I stated last year before making my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2017 , and I was right. On May 12, 2017, a headline in the Wall Street Journal read “ Major Cyberattack Sweeps Globe, Hitting FedEx, U.K. SophiaTX Open Source Platform to Integrate SAP, Blockchain.

Predictive Analytics Software 92

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 92

Logistics Bureau

JULY 11, 2018

If upstream partners fail, as in the case of Thai computer disk drive manufacturers (factories hit by flooding) or Japanese semi-conductor producers (the 2011 tsunami), supply chains running too lean may have no fallback solutions. While the lean concept was born from the world of manufacturing, agility came largely from software development.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 84

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Trends 84