Talking Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2015

Nonetheless, my takeaways below from the recent GT Nexus Bridges 2015 conference provides some insight about the company, it’s success to date, and where it’s heading (assuming Infor doesn’t make any significant changes). I was driven by a challenge offered by GT Nexus: the person who tweets the most from the conference will win a drone.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Conference Supply Chain Network Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 13, 2022

On this tour, I heard Jeff Ma, a former member of the MIT blackjack team, speak on the use of analytics to make better decisions in “beating the house.” I love the stories but question the fit of the metaphor(s) for a supply chain conference. Investments in Data-Driven Capabilities May Not Yield Better Decisions. The reason?

Supply Chain Planning Software 219

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Software 219

SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2024

Pursuing a degree in these areas will equip you with the fundamental knowledge of supply chain principles, such as procurement, inventory management, logistics, and operations strategy. For students aiming to carve out a space in this field, doubling down on tech and analytical skills is non-negotiable.

Negotiating Skills 85

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software Analytics Software 85

Talking Logistics

MAY 27, 2015

That’s how JDA Software’s CEO, Baljit Dail, summarized the feedback he was getting from customers and partners at FOCUS 2015 , the company’s user conference held last month in Orlando, FL, which had more than 2,000 attendees from 30 countries. “It feels like a new JDA.”. The value of IT is in how you use it.

3PL 100

3PL Conference Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiating Skills 100

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

I smiled on the week following the conference as the accolades piled up in my inbox. Attending the conference was Alexia Howard, Senior Research Analyst – US Foods for Sanford C. Following the conference, Alexia asked for me to share the methodology with over 150 financial analysts. 110 supply chain leaders attended.

Optimal Sourcing 303

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 303

Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2018

Demand for these solutions, from both shippers and brokers, continues to grow because companies want to identify and implement better ways to plan and execute their transportation and logistics operations, which is what ultimately delivers value. At the time of our interview, Descartes MacroPoint had over 115,000 carriers and over 2.3

Real-time Visibility 101

Real-time Visibility Capacity Procurement Analytics Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 6, 2018

Descriptive analytics. Prescriptive analytics. I find as I attend conferences that the word “planning” is bantered about, but few technologists dive into the details. As we move forward, there is a lot of discussion on descriptive analytics and the ability to get data. Machine learning. Collaborative workflow.

Supply Chain Planning Software 203

Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 203

Talking Logistics

APRIL 17, 2018

Last fall after attending the CSCMP conference in Atlanta, I shared my observation that digital transformation is now a central theme in the industry. The Hackett Group provides a useful visual for describing the maturity stages that supply chain is moving through as the industry strives to leverage data and advanced analytics.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 116

Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 116

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Every industry sector and every business across the board, in APAC and around the globe have been impacted by the Great Supply Chain Disruption over the last two years, causing a blow out of transportation costs and continuous delays at every stage of the channel. The Role of Digitisation and Analytics in Supply Chain Resilience.

Supply Chain Planning Software 246

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 246

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2018

The reality is that supply chain management is not just about managing orders and transportation and inventory — it’s about doing all those things while also navigating through the many risks that could disrupt your supply chain or bring it to a halt. Is the mode of transport the most efficient to impact on-time delivery?

Supply Chain 103

Supply Chain Logistics Network Optimization Software Real-time Visibility Sourcing Strategies 103

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 30, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters commentary, Executive Editor Bob Ferrari pens highlights of the 2022 Crossroads Event recently conducted by the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics. This Editor had the opportunity to attend the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics ( CTL ) 2022 Crossroads Event. Conference Highlights.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Network Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Had a great time today speaking at the ProcureCon conference in Phoenix today, and spent a good deal of time talking to a number of the different solutions providers in the vendor area. I also met with a firm that specializes in negotiating third party contracts with transportation providers, ACSPE.

Phoenix 84

Phoenix Analytics Software Modeling Software Arizona 84

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2016

I did not understand warehousing and transportation until reassignment to a logistics role in 1985. The focus of APICS is manufacturing, CSCMP’s foundation is in logistics, and ISM serves the procurement organization. The conference will be live-streamed as we discuss five themes: Supply Chains to Admire.

Supply Chain Design Software 163

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Network Design Software Modeling 163

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 6, 2016

If a planning project short-circuits the conference room pilot stages, it will be difficult to ever maximize the value from the investment. The third issue is the lack of understanding that global processes–to maximize the economies of scale in transportation and material buying–need strong governance.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 150

Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2015

In my post last week about Descartes’ user conference , I commented on how the company had made 28 acquisitions since 2005, including 7 acquisitions since 2013, and how global trade content was a growing focus for the company (evidenced by its acquisition of Customs Info). and Convergence is the Word for 3PLs.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 100

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Editor's Note: As of late you may have noticed we have written a lot about procurement and the future of procurement. A large part of procurement is finalizing the contract and then the follow through of the determined deliverables in that agreement. How do you know you are getting what you paid for? 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge.

KPI 120

KPI Negotiating Skills 3PL Optimal Sourcing 120

SupplyOn

JULY 24, 2019

Key message from the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019: The right technologies are one thing. Here, I have compiled the important trends and findings from the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona. Successful digital supply chains build on three pillars: Analytics, control towers and platforms.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 27, 2023

Our invited thought leader guest is Doctor Yossi Sheffi, the Elisha Gray Professor of Engineering Systems at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) where he also serves as long time Director for the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL). and the Future of Work.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization Optimization Software 52

Intelligent Audit

APRIL 12, 2022

Although fuel prices will continue to be a primary topic of conversation at the dinner table and in conference rooms for some time, many other intriguing supply chain events are worth following. With the development of TMS and WMS integrations, analytics in transportation no longer needs to be an untapped resource.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions 52

Savi

MAY 28, 2019

Gartner 2019 SCC: A New Era: Convergence of the Digital and Physical Supply Chain Savi attended the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference again this year in Phoenix. “Digital supply chains can reduce supply chain process costs by 50%, reduce procurement costs by 20% and increase revenue by 10%.” Industry 4.0

Gartner 15

Gartner Supply Chain Execution Conference Prescriptive Analytics Software 15

ToolsGroup

MARCH 1, 2016

The reading audience is global, and spans a wide variety of roles: procurement, supply chain strategy and planning, product management, logistics and transportation, customer service, and others. We talked to Bob to see what we might learn from that experience. What is the makeup of your blog audience?

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 120

IQMS

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Key factors influencing inventory levels, supplier quality, demand forecasting, procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, production planning, transportation management and more are becoming known for the first time. How the Use of Big Data Analytics Affects Value Creation in Supply Chain Management. no opt-in). 15th, 2017 (PDF.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 73

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software 73

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

I learned that fact (and many more important things) at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference in New Orleans this week. Data from transportation procurement events mirror these results. Cement is one of the raw materials that goes into making concrete, which is the finished product. And with that, have a happy weekend!

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Las Vegas Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 0

Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The product announcement was made in conjunction with the Amazon AWS reInvent conference. The data is then layered with machine-learning based analytics, reportedly based on Amazon’s noted 30 years of supply chain experience in extracting data from ERP and specialty supply chain applications.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 59

Oracle SCM

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

This year’s conference is being held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco from September 16 – 19. Unlock New Opportunities in End-to-End Integrated Logistics with IoT and Analytics. Procurement Cloud. Hear from our featured keynote speakers and choose from over 2,000 unique sessions. Supply Chain Planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 60

ThroughPut

JANUARY 2, 2024

JIT ensures materials are transported to the exact location at the precise time they are needed, enhancing efficiency by reducing the need to store materials before use. It demands an in-depth understanding of every stage of the supply chain, from the initial procurement of raw materials to the delivery of the final product.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Just-in-Time Resource Reduction Expense Reduction 52

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 16, 2015

As an analyst, when technology providers acquire and divest companies, I get invited to pre-announcement conferences. The goal is deeper analytics to sense and respond across make, source and deliver. GT Nexus is one of the strongest providers of transportation visibility for the global ecosystem. 2) Advanced Analytics.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 150

Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software 150

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2013

Companies are the most satisfied with warehouse and transportation management and the least satisfied with demand planning. Previously, the focus was on a more siloed approach to improving manufacturing, procurement or logistics. Seasonality, causal factors, usability, and the depth of predictive analytics are critical.

Supply and Demand 241

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Software Demand Management 241

NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 5, 2016

Contract management analytics are critical for tracking transactional compliance with contract pricing, terms and conditions, but also as a vehicle for workflow management around negotiation of contract renewals, and aggregation of supplier performance data on service level agreements, delivery, quality, and service performance.

Negotiating Skills 40

Negotiating Skills Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 40

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Big Data and Analytics for Oil and Gas Transportation. It’s the promise of Big Data, Business Intelligence, and Analytics. At an MIT conference last year, Tom Linton, Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer at Flextronics, presented his top 10 list of supply chain trends. Robinson Acquires Freightquote.

Predictive Analytics Software 201

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics 201

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 15, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights the upcoming MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics Crossroads 2023 event, along with the opportunity to attend in person at a discounted rate.

Massachusetts 52

Massachusetts Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 52

Unleashed

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Shipping and logistics: Selecting the appropriate shipping method, arranging transport, and coordinating with couriers for delivery. Shipping specifically refers to the transportation of goods from one location to another ­– typically from the seller’s distribution centre or warehouse to the buyer’s address.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

Transport Intelligence, the well-respected U.K. Transport Topics. With over 60,000 monthly viewers, Transport Topics is a prime destination for freight buffs, especially those who specialize in trucking. American Journal of Transportation. Air Transport World. Nieuwsblad Transport (Transport Newspaper).

Resource Reduction 120

Resource Reduction Resources Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 120

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Aniruddh Srivastava, Head of Demand and Supply Planning at Mahindra & Mahindra, said at Blue Yonder ’s Icon user conference that artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms are the cornerstone of their strategy. That is every machine, factory, DC, mode of transportation, supplier, product, material, etc.

Optimal Sourcing 282

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning 282

Supply Chain View from the Field

OCTOBER 14, 2015

I had the opportunity to speak to a group of oil and gas executives at the DHL Global Energy conference this week, held in the Petroleum Club. The conference was a great opportunity to interact with logistics and procurement executives in an environment of open dialogue and discussion.

Material Savings 60

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Conference Price Reduction 60

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. He graduated from the Cambridge Academy of Transport and the Chilean and German Commerce Institute with a degree in maritime transport, respectively.

Supply Chain Design Software 59

Supply Chain Design Software Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. It would have evaluated Analytics to derive insight on future home-runs. Procurement Blog. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting. Human Resources. Product Categories.

Optimal Sourcing 34

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 34