CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 8, 2021

With the continued growth of ecommerce and heightened consumer expectations, fast delivery options, tracking notifications, and shipping costs have become a key driver in customer satisfaction. This trend is expected to continue for the remainder of 2021 and through 2022. no next-day air for shipping returns)?

Cost Reduction Strategies 44

Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Meeting Freight 44

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Management of Ocean Transit Time Reliability and Visibility by LSCMS Shippers’ Council How would Logistics managers explain to their COO and Production group that inbound material will arrive on 23Dec but with 50% probability? 2022 ocean schedule reliability dropped to 30%.

Rail Software 244

Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 244

Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

In February 2022, I wrote the first of a five blog series using the name Intelligent IBP. The launch of a Decision Intelligence (DI) definition by Gartner later in 2022 further cemented my believe that this new discipline will become mainstream. And it will be more automated, continuous, concurrent, decision centric and intelligent.

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Negotiating Skills 78

Procurement Academy

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

For example, back in May 2022, the SEC charged BNY Mellon Investment Adviser, Inc. Ikea sources close to half of the wood used in its products from sustainable forests, regulates the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers amongst its suppliers and opts for suppliers that minimize water pollution through more organic farming practices.

Waste Reduction 59

Waste Reduction Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Optimal Sourcing 59

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In a recent interview I was asked to discuss my views on what was in store for Supply Chain in 2022, and beyond. I believe that 2022 will see continued disruptions in Supply Chains caused by the Coronavirus pandemic. Improvements and variations to the “Just-in-Time” model will be needed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 89

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 89

Unleashed

JANUARY 25, 2023

In fact, in the UK alone average inventory values jumped nearly 100% from 2019-2022 , while gross margin return on investment (GMROI) dropped 76%. To improve cash flow, process optimisation is necessary. This is achieved through the implementation and continued improvement of cash flow management strategies.

Material Savings 98

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Precoro

AUGUST 31, 2023

For instance, they can do so by improving operational processes, making cost-efficient decisions on personnel, initiating work environment changes, upgrading technology, sourcing strategically, and so on. Take your time and ask employees if they can come up with the source of spending inefficiencies.

Material Savings 105

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Price Reduction 105

GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

At Cerasis, a core value of ours is continuous improvement for not only our company, our clients, and employees, but through our blog and content to those who are related to what we do (transportation management) in the fields of manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, distribution, and transportation.

Internet of things 120

Internet of things Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Predictive Analytics Software 120