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Guest Commentary: P.O. Management Programs – Know Pain, Know Gain!

Talking Logistics

You could answer them with a purchase order (P.O.) Besides providing fast, thorough answers to customers, today’s ERP, cloud-based SaaS, or 3PL-operated systems enable companies to manage the order lifecycle, control information and cargo flows, and reduce the total cost of goods. Sourcing uses P.O. Why is it late?

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Supplier Quality Management: What it is, 5 Key Metrics to Know & a 4 Step Supplier Evaluation Process

GlobalTranz

When you choose a company to transport your freight or to supply you with the materials you need to manufacture a product, you are putting your hard work and reputation in their hands. It measures the cost incurred by an organization to manufacture a quality product. Cost of quality. 3: Review of Frequency Suppliers Are Audited.

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Trucking Companies Boosted Hiring At Fastest Pace Since 2015

BlueYonder

This week: A hot freight market has spurred hiring by trucking companies; Nordstrom invests in personalization technology; Walmart expands its grocery delivery service; growth in e-commerce increases demand for fast payments; and some employees say Union Pacific’s use of drones in railyards raises questions about safety. service fee.

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Metrics and Issues to Consider in SQM (Supplier Quality Management) By 5 Big Industries

GlobalTranz

In their effort to successfully acquire new customer contracts and deliver quality products through SQM, medical device manufacturers face the following challenges. Complying with ISO 9001/9002 and EN 46001/46002 guidelines, cGMP and other federally mandated standards. . #2: Medical devices. 3: Consumer goods.

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How To Overcome The Current Supply Chain Disruptions As A Manufacturer

Precoro

Such an interruption can affect any of the supply chain steps, often involving sourcing of raw materials, production, and distribution of goods or services. While the worst of the pandemic appears to be behind us, COVID-19's impact on manufacturing supply chains continues to reverberate the landscape. Diversify your suppliers.

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Understanding First-Mile Delivery & Why it’s Important for Your Store

ShipBob

First-mile delivery refers to the process of transporting finished goods from a manufacturer or supplier’s facility to an online retailer’s warehouse or multiple distribution centers — the last destination before products are delivered to the end user. Some of these inefficiencies often start with improper purchase ordering.

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Recession-Proof Businesses and Products: Staying Afloat During Economic Downturn

ShipBob

Due to social distancing guidelines, many gyms were forced to close across the country. Grocery stores have seen an enormous surge in sales since the pandemic began with food items being the most popular products purchased. Freighting, fulfillment, and logistics. Connor Young, Founder & CEO of Ample Foods.