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Supply Chain Software’s Best Return on Investment

Logistics Viewpoints

The project was focused on the spare parts supply chain – the delivery of car parts and aftermarket accessories to automotive dealers and repair shops across Europe from their OEM vendors as well as their own manufacturing facilities in Europe. They came without any changes to the DC network or the 3PL contracts.

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3PL Integration: Building an Expandable and Resilient Orchestration Solution

SCMDOJO

In today’s competitive market, the successful operation of a business hinges on the smooth integration of various processes and information management systems, especially when it comes to 3PL integration. Thankfully, outsourcing logistics services to a reliable third-party logistics provider (3PL) can make a significant difference.

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7 Reasons Why You Should Reduce Inventory

SCMDOJO

Are you tired of dealing with excessive inventory levels that eat up your storage space, tie up your capital, and hinder your company’s growth? If so, then it’s time to consider the numerous benefits of reducing inventory. Inventories are designed to match customer(s) demand. The same applies to inventory reduction.

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The Hidden Costs of Ghost Inventory: What You Need to Know

ShipBob

These physically unaccounted-for units of inventory called ghost inventory, or phantom inventory , are a more common challenge faced by retailers than you think. Often, the items accounted for in the asset register do not reconcile with what is in the inventory. What is ghost inventory?

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Patient-centric networks at the heart of pharmaceutical supply chain management: Lessons from LogiPharma Europe 2018

Kinaxis

by Dr. Madhav Durbha With the Alps as a backdrop, LogiPharma Europe 2018 proved to be both energizing and thought provoking. Philippe Hemard, former VP of Logistics Europe for Amazon, discussed what pharma companies need to learn from Amazon: As life expectancy grows, there will be more patients with mobility issues.

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Your Expert Guide to Inventory Audits: Best Practices & Tips 

ShipBob

Table of Contents ** Minutes What is an inventory audit? When it comes to selling goods, ecommerce businesses may audit their inventory — whether it’s for tax purposes annually or to simply verify units on hand. Inventory audits can be done in-house or by a third party and represent one point in time. What is an inventory audit?

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National Logistics Day 2023

Enterra Insights

His detailed written record paved the way for future traders and merchants traveling between Europe and China. That includes packaging, warehousing, shipping, and more. They write, “The logistics industry first started to take form when Marco Polo traveled to China on the Silk Road. Logistics can help reduce costs.