Clear Spider

JULY 30, 2020

We recently launched a new ROI Calculator tool to help organizations learn how to increase savings and improve operations during these difficult times. The percentage formula for calculating ROI is: Your Gain from Investment is the amount of money you will earn from your new purchase. Benefits of Determining ROI of a Software Purchase.

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Global Trade Management

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Traceability is a digital solution that enables companies to effectively track their products from origin to consumer by utilizing digital markers for identification. Various traceability solutions exist, including Digital Traceability, Laboratory Traceability, and Mapping Traceability.

Food 59

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Whether you’re planning on purchasing products from a food wholesaler, or thinking about moving into food wholesaling yourself, this overview of the industry – and what its future holds – is for you. Food wholesalers warehouse products in bulk, then provide usable amounts to businesses – from restaurants to hospitals.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 17, 2021

There is a range of manufacturing software now available to help businesses streamline their processes and maximise efficiency. Here we look at 15 types of manufacturing software, and for each answer three questions: What are the main functions of this software? What type of business is this software suited to?

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

We recently announced our latest innovation, Procure IQ™ , which reimagines the way shippers purchase transportation. Developed inside our innovation incubator Robinson Labs , Procure IQ uses predictive analytics, artificial intelligence and C.H. Our team members are always here to help: [link].

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Enterra Insights

MAY 16, 2023

.” In order to understand consumers better, companies need to leverage a cognitive technology solution, like the Enterra Shopper Marketing and Consumer Insights Intelligence System , which can capture and analyze the myriad variables affecting consumer behavior. Food ranks among the top five expenditures with every group.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2021

The global cold chain market is rapidly growing, primarily driven by an evolving shift in consumer habits and the changing perceptions of frozen food. This has led to a dramatic change in the perception of frozen and refrigerated foods, as consumers now have access to products previously unavailable to them. Valued at nearly $210.49

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Unleashed

JUNE 7, 2023

Supply Chain Dive Inventory optimisation relies on detailed data analysis, inventory management automation , and effective demand forecasting. Manual inventory control tasks are automated with the help of software tools and warehousing equipment. Inventory optimisation software Software is at the heart of inventory optimisation.

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Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

March 21 was the second annual iteration of World Sustainable Procurement Day , an online event organized by the Sustainable Procurement Pledge team, SPP Chapters, SPP Champions, and partners to raise awareness about the importance of ethical procurement and to share the best sustainability practices with organizations worldwide.

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Unleashed

MARCH 26, 2023

In this article, we break down native Xero inventory management and compare it with using an integrated Xero inventory software system. Free trial: Try Unleashed + Xero Inventory Management Software completely free for 14 days. Do you need integrated Xero inventory software? Xero is an incredibly versatile tool.

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Exiger Perspectives

MAY 16, 2023

C-SCRM completes market’s first comprehensive, centralized supply chain solution NEW YORK, NY. May 16, 2023 — Exiger , the SaaS company revolutionizing the way corporations, government agencies and banks manage supply chains, today announced that it has acquired Ion Channel , a best-in-class software supply chain risk management platform.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 5, 2022

Supply chain technology industry analyst and Supply Chain Matters Founder Bob Ferrari provides added perspectives and highlights to last week’s announced acquisition of Starboard Solutions by Logility. The Logility team apparently shared in that perception and initiated conversations with Starboard. Added Perspective. All rights reserved. .

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Logility

JANUARY 25, 2022

ATLANTA – January 25, 2022 – According to PWC’s December 2021 Global Consumer Insights Pulse Survey , about half of respondents consciously consider factors related to sustainability when making purchasing decisions. Logility is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Software, Inc. Logility, Inc., Logility, Inc., NASDAQ: AMSWA).

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Emily Moquin ( @emilybmoquin ), a food and beverage analyst, reports, “Persistently high inflation in the grocery category has led to persistently high consumer concerns. In response to these concerns, Moquin reports that consumers have changed their purchasing behavior in several ways. Following ‘food rules’.

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Logility

MARCH 29, 2018

Last week we shared five capabilities to help take the Food & Beverage supply chain to the next level. Accurate forecasts help minimize inventory, maximize production efficiency, streamline purchasing, optimize distribution and ensure confidence in company projections. Time-Phased Replenishment Planning.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 13, 2021

Why do businesses need Capacity Planning in food supply chain management? Overworking your limited resources or late deliveries can never be long-term solutions and that’s why every business needs capacity planning. Crisis management for crisis avoidance – capacity planning in food industry. Tool Capacity Planning.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 13, 2021

Why do businesses need Capacity Planning in food supply chain management? Overworking your limited resources or late deliveries can never be long-term solutions and that’s why every business needs capacity planning. Crisis management for crisis avoidance – capacity planning in food industry. Tool Capacity Planning.

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Turvo

AUGUST 31, 2021

With all the volatility that still lingers in the modern supply chain, the need for high-quality data analysis, solid procurement planning, good profit margins , and streamlined scheduling systems all remain crucial for shipping and transportation providers. Why Poor Visibility in Grocery Procurement Plans Lead to Big Issues.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 12, 2023

Analysts from Harbor Research note, “Many farmers today still use many of the same production methods their parents and grandparents used, but farming is under extraordinary pressure from many diverse forces including climate change, the need to produce food sustainably, falling commodity prices, and the rising debt of farmers.”[1]

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

“Fish are friends, not food.”. Now… Is there something to be learned from this quote in Finding Nemo, that we can apply to procurement and sourcing? A gang of procurement and sourcing professionals with our backs up against the wall, and the fight is at our front door. The only solution in sight is a united effort.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

What’s more, 39% say getting a good deal is as pleasing as eating their favorite food, and 37% believe it’s as good as going on vacation. Digital technologies, like ERGIS, depend heavily on data collection and analysis. Intelligent demand management software is the key technology enabler of lean retail merchandise management.”

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Conduct an FSN analysis FSN analysis is used to categorise products as fast-moving, slow-moving or non-moving. Finally, ‘non-moving’ items are those that are not used over the analysis timeframe. Setting reorder points for the most frequently purchased items can help significantly improve inventory efficiencies and save costs.

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Unleashed

MARCH 19, 2024

Stabilising supply chains and reduced lead times have resulted in improved performance for the global manufacturing sector, based on an analysis of 2,600 organisations. Software is cheaper than staff – so give employees the tools they need to add maximum value and efficiency. Get ruthless about technology.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 24, 2022

We also give you the 10 best practices to reduce your spend on MRO goods while maintaining a steady flow of the items you need – including the KPIs and software that will assist you. MRO stands for Maintenance, Repair and Operations and refers to the MRO of the machinery, equipment, and tools necessary to run a business.

Inventory Reduction 98

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Unleashed

JANUARY 29, 2024

This article looks at the SKU rationalisation process, how to utilise SKU rationalisation analysis for your business, and some essential best practices for implementing it. A food and beverage company decides to streamline its product portfolio, based on the nutritional value and environmental impact of its products.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS is a technology-driven approach to managing supply chains, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for businesses. SCaaS offers a solution by enabling hospitals to engage in strategic procurement, ensuring standardized operations throughout the contract duration. Let’s delve into this emerging concept.

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RFgen

APRIL 12, 2024

To start with, inventory costs go beyond the initial purchase price of goods. Hidden costs may accumulate after purchase if not meticulously monitored and managed. Even the initial purchase of inventory triggers a cascade of additional expenses, like shipping, handling, taxes, and so on. Spoilage or obsolescence create losses.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 14, 2024

It refers to the process of purchasing, storing, and tracking the various goods required to build a product. Manufacturing inventory management requires a coordinated approach across production, purchasing, sales, and logistics departments. For this reason, food manufacturers in particular run a high risk of spoilage and waste.

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Logility

DECEMBER 15, 2023

From harvest to hands, the food & beverage (F&B) industry leaves no room for guesswork, especially without supply chain optimization software. Then, F&B businesses can transform diverse information from sales, production, finance, marketing, transportation, and procurement into one comprehensive business plan.

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Unleashed

APRIL 11, 2024

When shoppers to spend more on each purchase it has a desirable effect on your profits. Identify areas or processes that can be improved with technology, then run a cost-benefit analysis of implementing that technology. Consult with your business advisor for tips on solutions that will work best for you.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 12, 2020

(When Gartner purchased AMR Research in December 2009, the methodology became the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. The methodology did not include a peer group analysis, and I strongly felt that chemical, retail, and telecommunications companies should not be compared in the same analysis. The reason?

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Claritum

JUNE 13, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. I took on the challenge of writing a condensed version of all the current Procurement challenges. I believe the issue with these articles is the broad range encompassed by the word Procurement and the constant change within this domain. Procurement Domain Name. Introduction.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Raw material inventory management oversees the procurement, handling, and storage of raw materials. It encompasses the processes involved in purchasing, tracking, consuming, and relocating raw materials. Reliance on a few suppliers How you procure and manage your suppliers will impact how they perform.

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Elementum

JULY 27, 2022

If you’re in the food and beverage business, then you know that project management is essential to success. There are many project management software options out there, but not all of them are created equal. So, what is the best project management software for food and beverage? Let’s dive in!

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Logility

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

As a former Director of Supply Chain Management for a large multi-channel food manufacturer I experienced first-hand the variety of challenging problems faced by supply chain planners in the unforgiving F&B industry. A highly accurate forecast of demand makes all supply chain planning and execution more efficient and effective.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

I think one of the huge problems is that US-centric food companies (Kellogg, General Mills, Smucker’s, Conagra etc.) The company sold on Amazon, operated its own website, managed outlet stores, and could purchase end-aisle displays in major retail chains. Historically, the design of the data model drove software market positioning.

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Logility

JULY 20, 2023

That’s why it’s essential to be sure you’re equipping your organization with the right demand planning software. When you choose the right solution, you can stay ahead of fluctuations in customer demand, achieve high levels of forecast accuracy, handle seasonality, and drive collaboration across supply chain stakeholders.

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