Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

For logistics teams seeking to manage volatility and deliver more predictable, profitable results, five advanced technologies should be in their toolkits: digital control towers, warehouse task automation, warehouse robotics, dynamic price discovery and digital freight bidding. billion by 2030 — an annual growth rate of 13.2%.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software 206

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 10, 2021

SAP Ariba started as an indirect procurement network and lagged the market in developing multi-tier process definition.) Continuing the argument, E2open’s sweet spot controls the flows of direct inbound materials for high-tech while GT Nexus is more focused on ocean freight management.

SAP 219

SAP Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 219

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

While the industry continues to be rocked by world events, uncertainty has become the new normal. Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. At the end of 2021, ocean freight rates were more than three times what they were throughout 2020.

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

In their 2021 State of Supply Chain Execution Report, Blue Yonder and Reuters Events found that 63% of retailers and manufacturers have been affected by the availability of labor over the past year. The most common way companies are attempting to optimize their human resources is via the deployment of warehouse labor management solutions.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 211

Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 211

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 22, 2024

Speaking at a recent investor event, Boeing CFO Brian West indicated that for the quarter that ends at the end of March, the plane maker expects to consume a higher level of cash than what was reported in January, reportedly between $4 billion to $4.5 Boeing’s CFO has hinted that a deal might involve cash and debt as opposed to stock.

Quality 59

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

In their 2021 State of Supply Chain Execution Report, as mentioned in part 1, Blue Yonder and Reuters Events found that 63% of retailers and manufacturers have been affected by the availability of labor over the past year. Continued labor shortage and lack of legislation are leading to overworked labor and high turnover. According to the U.S.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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6 River Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Implement supply chain actions, including with internal procurement teams, with suppliers and through broader collaboration, and develop measurable targets for these efforts. Think about how your warehouse might look in 2030. Evaluate the impact of supply chain actions and adjust programs and goals over time.

Inventory Reduction 75

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies 75