Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Daimler Trucks North America launches 3D printed parts program (Commercial Carrier Journal). As reported by the Wall Street Journal : United Parcel Service Inc. The company said on Wednesday “that soaring online purchases have caused delays in its distribution network,” according to Reuters. Growing length of U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Training Supply Chain Software SAP 0

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 2, 2019

He was hired as a purchasing agent and was directed to obtain some procurement training at a local certificate mill.[1] 1] “During the first few hours,” he writes, “we went over the pertinent areas of a purchase order. What products are sourced? Which products are manufactured and in what quantities?

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 100

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

” As Howland notes, what changed was how manufacturers marketed their goods. The conundrum, Howland notes, was this: “With the extra marketing and extra cachet, products became more expensive, bulking up margins for manufacturers and retailers alike. Brand name manufacturers didn’t rest on their laurels.

Packaging 130

Packaging Manufacturing Procurement Food Procurement Analytics 130

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

It’s December 1, the beginning of the end of 2017. Kane Is Able Purchases Vintners Logistics. And in today’s Wall Street Journal, there’s an article highlighting how “a San Francisco-based automated logistics firm called Zipline International Inc. How did we get here so fast? Shipping Networks (WSJ – sub. Pringles !).

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Then, we use these criteria to rank the books, - Practicality: we look closely at how each book can provide basic concepts and strategies of the "Integrated Logistics Functions", namely, customer service, purchasing, production planning, warehousing, and transportation in a clear and concise manner. The links below are paid links.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Six Sigma Supply Chain Planning Software 130

IQMS

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Key factors influencing inventory levels, supplier quality, demand forecasting, procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, production planning, transportation management and more are becoming known for the first time. Source: Machine Learning – A Giant Leap for Supply Chain Forecasting, Material Handling and Logistics Conference (PDF, 28 pp.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 73

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software 73

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Consumers, activists, and investors increasingly want to know the products they buy are sourced sustainably and ethically. In retail, buyers want to understand where the products they are purchasing are coming from and how they were created.” sources of raw materials. They are demanding more supply chain transparency.

Supply Chain Design Software 174

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 174

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Is it possible these things have impacted the sourcing, manufacturing, and delivery of my cologne? For example, has my country’s sanctions or tariffs impacted the supply chain of the manufacturer, impacted when and how they receive the ingredients for my cologne and at what cost? Is the foreign country’s currency stable?

Supply Chain Planning Software 101

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 3, 2019

The type of contract of interest in this report is for Development and Manufacture contracts in the Aerospace and Defense industries. The subcontract efforts feature the majority of military and part of commercial aviation, systems are outsourced by the overall airframe manufacturer, known as “primes” (Boeing, Airbus, Sikorski, etc.)

Aerospace 40

Aerospace Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing 40

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Exclusive: Wal-Mart to tear down walls between store, online buying operations – sources (Reuters). In other technology news, the Wall Street Journal reports that DB Schenker is taking a $25 million stake in online freight booking platform uShip Inc. Amazon’s delivery drones may drop packages via parachute (CNN).

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

The ability to analyze this data enables the retail giant to make informed decisions on product procurement, inventory management, and demand forecasting. The company has strategically invested in automated distribution centers, streamlining the flow of products from manufacturers to stores.

Inventory Reduction 74

Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 74

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 16, 2022

Fluctuations in the market, unsold products rotting on the shelves and manufacturer delays all affect stock levels, resulting in losses of millions of dollars each year. As a result, many [companies] are embracing big data and artificial intelligence to gain insights into demand trends, seasonal fluctuations and order sourcing.”

Innovation 130

Innovation Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Supply and Demand 130

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 16, 2022

Fluctuations in the market, unsold products rotting on the shelves and manufacturer delays all affect stock levels, resulting in losses of millions of dollars each year. As a result, many [companies] are embracing big data and artificial intelligence to gain insights into demand trends, seasonal fluctuations and order sourcing.”

Innovation 130

Innovation Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Supply and Demand 130

Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The Wall Street Journal and New York Times are reporting that Ukrainian banks and infrastructure agencies have been suffering through waves of cyber attacks in recent days. 11] Alistair MacDonald and Nick Kostov, “ Russia-Ukraine Crisis Has Western Companies Bracing for Sanctions Hit ,” The Wall Street Journal, 23 February 2022.

Ukraine 130

Ukraine Russia Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain 130

ModusLink Corporation

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

A shift in obligations and duties between ‘manufacturers’, ‘importers’, and ‘distributors’. Sources: KPMG International. 2017, February). International Journal of Production Research. Brexit has caused many Supply Chains to have their weaknesses exposed as a result from the above stated effects. Investopedia.

Supply Chain Optimization 78

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Strategy Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain 78

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

During a 2017 conference, Tricia Wang ( @triciawang ), a self-described Tech Ethnographer & Sociologist, writes, “A lot of companies treat digital as if they are ‘doing digital’ — this is ‘digitization’ at its worst — as if it’s some checklist of things to do. ” Banker is correct. Footnotes. [1]

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Transformation Supply Chain Software 100

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Manhattan Associates Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2017 Performance. This morning in the Wall Street Journal , Laura Stevens reports that “Amazon is preparing to launch a delivery service for businesses, positioning it to directly compete with United Parcel Service Inc. Manufacturers like P&G are having to do the same too.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 103

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 103

NC State SCRC

MARCH 17, 2021

Today’s Wall Street Journal article on the impact of the Texas winter storm on the petrochemical industry highlights many of the challenges that exist with this supply chain, that has been overlooked for perhaps too long. A month later, many remain offline, and analysts said it could be months more before all are fully back.

Texas 52

Texas Chemicals Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design 52

BlueYonder

JULY 6, 2018

tariffs start to impact manufacturing; year-over-year orders for big rigs doubled in June; new advances in consumer chatbots could save businesses billions; and two major European grocers will team up in a bid to keep supplier prices low. As Manufacturers Position for Tariffs, Factory Activity Increases. in June from 58.7

Food 40

Food Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction Journal 40

BlueYonder

JULY 6, 2018

tariffs start to impact manufacturing; year-over-year orders for big rigs doubled in June; new advances in consumer chatbots could save businesses billions; and two major European grocers will team up in a bid to keep supplier prices low. As Manufacturers Position for Tariffs, Factory Activity Increases. in June from 58.7

Food 40

Food Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 26, 2019

”[1] In simpler times, shoppers would return items to the stores in which they were purchased — often exchanging them for other items (a win-win for both the consumer and the retailer). Happy Returns forecasts that the value of returned goods will rise from $350 billion in 2017 to $550 billion by 2020 in the US.

Reverse Logistics 100

Reverse Logistics Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction 100

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2017

As reported by Reuters, “Lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret…has pledged to trace the sources of its wood-based fabrics, joining the ranks of fashion companies addressing human rights and deforestation, its parent company said.” L Brands is the latest in a growing number of U.S.

Supply Chain Software 80

Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Network Software 80

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Gone are the days of manual data entry and the need for humans to aggregate and analyze data from multiple sources. Other technologies, like additive manufacturing, are also impacting many supply chains. The solutions optimize source, make and deliver within silos, but lack the ability to drive alignment and improve agility.

Supply Chain Design Software 113

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply and Demand Supply Chain Software 113

Enterra Insights

APRIL 22, 2019

2] She wrote: “There’s no doubt about it: manufacturers who fail to meet a retailer’s vendor standards can get into financial trouble. Being able to keep up with changing standards places manufacturers/distributors in a better position to negotiate with retailers, especially if requirements are arbitrary or illogical.

Procurement Analytics 113

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement KPI Purchasing Skills 113

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 20, 2017

manufacturing output; and how Click & Collect boosts retail sales. The Wall Street Journal reports that Amazon and Big Apartment Landlords Strike Deals on Package Delivery. Manufacturing Output Rises. Package Delivery by Rocket. Solving the Package Problem for Apartment Operators.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 42

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Industrial Industry 42

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 20, 2017

manufacturing output; and how Click & Collect boosts retail sales. The Wall Street Journal reports that Amazon and Big Apartment Landlords Strike Deals on Package Delivery. Manufacturing Output Rises. Package Delivery by Rocket. Solving the Package Problem for Apartment Operators.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 40

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Industrial Industry 40

GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2017

Each industry has its peculiarities, among the others, in the logistics, manufacturing, and supply. Managers can control the operation efficiently as the relevant information comes from different sources, timely and all the members have access to its current updates. A Better Scope Management. A Better Quality Evaluation.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 200

Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Modeling Software 200

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

… Every supply chain business, from manufacturing to logistics, should be taking a close look at the Internet of Things now.”[4] By fusing multiple data sources together, IoT weather solutions also offer more comprehensive ground weather data. ” TechNative , 6 September 2017. [4] Footnotes. [1]

Internet of things 100

Internet of things Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Transformation Optimal Sourcing 100

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Source: Laurie Cus. And this morning, the Wall Street Journal reported that “China’s policy-making State Council has approved a restructuring of the country’s two biggest shipping companies, as the nation seeks to create a stronger competitor in the global shipping industry.”.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 29, 2020

He explains, “Most CSR is focused on ‘social compliance’ and ‘auditing’ Audits and compliance have their place and are an important part of ethical sourcing. And then if they do those smart things with their supply chain — inclusive and responsibly sourcing their product — they see a 4.8 Footnotes. [1]

Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Just-in-Time Survey 100

Enterra Insights

APRIL 4, 2018

Globalism has been a boon to the supply chain by expanding sourcing, opening new markets, accelerating growth and highlighting opportunities to save money. “In 2017, WannaCry ransomware outbreak exacted damages valued at more than $4 billion. ”[1] They continue: “It’s not a simple question. ”[3].

Risk Management 100

Risk Management Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software 100

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2016

The latest example is Jabil, which according to the Wall Street Journal, “will begin making its internally-developed supply chain management software available for subscription in the first quarter of 2017.” billion in net revenue last year.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software Colorado 100

Enterra Insights

JULY 22, 2020

” Industrial Procurement : “Retailers and distributors can prepare months in advance to help their suppliers plan to inventory and shipments based on customer demand and buying behavior.” 2] Tim Sandle, “ Using big data to predict the future ,” Digital Journal, 2 December 2018. [3] ” Footnotes. [1]

Predictive Analytics 100

Predictive Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

This self-service 4-session course provides an overview of how to build a strong transportation management foundation, with a focus on strategy development, procurement, the role of technology, and the importance of enabling a continuous improvement culture and processes. E2open Acquires Terra Technology.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

In the United States, growing nationalist and protectionist sentiment rests on the hope manufacturing (and associated jobs) will return from overseas. manufacturing jobs since 2010 are evidence of a big turnaround in manufacturing. Manufacturing still matters. ”[1]. 2] Boston Consulting Group analysts, Harold L.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

It’s getting harder for product manufacturers to compete successfully in today’s global economy. However, accepting the status quo is no longer feasible with the shift to remote work practices and more design and production steps being outsourced to contract manufacturers and sub-tier suppliers. The use of file-based CAD software (e.g.,

Manufacturing Procurement 83

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing 83

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Manufacturers can gather valuable granular data such as the time an item spent in storage, at what temperature, how long it took to sell, the length of time between purchase and fulfillment and how long it spent in transport. That’s an increase from 17% in 2017.

Supply Chain Planning Software 298

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 298