The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Zara has become Europe’s most profitable apparel brands by building agility end to end in their supply chains. As the fabric suppliers require the longest lead times, ZARA approves designs & initiates manufacturing after it gets feedback from its stores. Create a culture of flexibility in manufacturing/ sourcing strategy.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

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Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

The Institute for Supply Management conducted a special survey that asked members to assess how Harvey might impact six key business metrics and whether they may be impacted by shortages of input materials due to Harvey. "Our Broadly speaking, the six metrics organized by severity of impact into three groups. Most Impacted Metrics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

As a result, a wide range of businesses, from restaurants, and retail chains, to manufacturers, have been redesigning their business services and operations and re-engineering their supply chains. The post Making Supply Chain Planning Agile With Modular Planning Technologies appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2015

Like the multi-billion dollar chemical manufacturer that had been paying market rates for ocean transportation for eight years because nobody realized that their contract, filed away in a drawer by a transportation manager who had left the company, had expired. From the article: Columbia Sportswear added $415.6 billion in worldwide revenue.

Supply Chain Software 100

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 16, 2018

Whether you are a retailer, carrier, cloud services provider, or eCommerce merchant, Amazon not only effected the landscape of e-tail but the landscape of shipping and logistics as a whole. And they are not alone. The Status of Parcel Management for Shippers & Retailers But the high cost of parcel shipping isn’t borne by Amazon alone.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 161

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

” They note an MIT survey of apparel companies found vastly differing definitions of supply chain transparency across organizations. Logistics providers market benefits of visibility and transparency, but it has many customers wondering what exactly the difference is between the two terms. performance-based metrics.

Supply Chain Design Software 174

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ShipBob

OCTOBER 24, 2022

That’s why many cyclical businesses outsource retail fulfillment to a third-party ( 3PL ) logistics company, who can store inventory, pick items, pack boxes, and ship orders for them. Make sure it satisfies your financial planners, product marketing, logistics, and operations teams in a non-biased way. Competition.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 18, 2023

.” According to The Economist , “Water shortages, combined with reputational damage and regulatory overreach, could affect many hydro-dependent industries, from food production, mining and power generation to apparel and electronics. Supply chain and logistical problems caused by water woes make matters worse.”[2]

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 8, 2023

By anticipating these factors, businesses can optimize logistics, mitigate disruptions, and ensure smoother operations. These analytics techniques serve as essential tools to transform descriptive metrics into actionable insights and informed decisions. ” 6 Uses Cases Of Prescriptive Analytics In Supply Chain Optimization 1.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

Manufacturers are Now Selling Directly to Consumers. Retailers can no longer have their heads in the sand, but neither can consumer products manufacturers. Note that apparel manufacturing is growing and apparel retail is declining. Manufacturers that want to have eCommerce capabilities are scrambling to catch-up.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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American Global Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Routine monitoring of key economic and logistics indicators works like a compass. With that follows our quarterly update on key strategic economic and logistics indicators. Supplementing that is the monthly Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI). This report has logistics-specific indicators critical to your business.

Price Reduction 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. terawatt-hours of solar power would eliminate more than 112 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually, the report found. The post This Week in Logistics News (April 22 – 28) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Generating the full 185.6 That’s all for this week.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

”[1] Commenting on the Gartner prediction, the editorial staff at Material Handling & Logistics (MH&L) write, “Supply chain officers need to take note of the fact that both consumer and shareholders are clearly shifting toward sustainability. ”[2]. ”[2]. ”[3] It’s an important question. ”[4].

Waste Reduction 100

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Supply Chain Network

DECEMBER 14, 2013

Last year in Florida at RILA Logistics 2013, the topic of multi-channel was discussed with 5 related presentations delivered where the challenges of the coming omni-channel revolution were laid down. So why am I suggesting that Omni-channel is now emerging to be the top retail logistics challenge being faced today by retailers?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 115

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Supply Chain Insights

JULY 26, 2016

Unfortunately, we find most companies are moving backwards on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter™ or making progress on singular metrics versus driving performance improvement on a balanced portfolio of supply chain metrics that correlate to market capitalization. (If The winners and finalists are an elite group.

Pharmaceutical 110

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. Reverse logistics is therefore worth doing, and worth doing properly.

Reverse Logistics 40

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

In 2015, I worked with a manufacturer of men’s underwear. (My My stepson calls them tidy whiteys) Imagine a boring, basic apparel item. The manufacturer had an infestation problem. Coming from the world of manufacturing, I know things happen, but my decision to never buy the product again was emotional, not intellectual.

Analytics Software 238

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 6, 2023

For instance, an apparel store can prepare for the upcoming summer by using predictive analytics to identify products most likely to witness higher and lower sales and stock their shelves accordingly. This proactive approach means manufacturers can reduce downtime, improve product quality, and increase operational efficiency.

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 31, 2016

In process manufacturing BASF, L’Oréal and The Clorox Company. In discrete manufacturing those are Apple, Cisco, Coopertires, Cummins, Edwards, Steelcase and Tsmc. Similarly, industries like beverages, contract manufacturing, food, oil and gas, restaurants and fast food, and retail apparel have finalists, but no winners.

Pharmaceutical 60

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design 60

SupplyShift

OCTOBER 13, 2021

These are sophisticated global networks, external of the business itself, comprised of manufacturers, logistics enterprises, and third-party suppliers. The three main aggregations of sustainability metrics are environmental, social, and governance. Both types use quantitative metrics but have slight differentiators.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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SupplyShift

OCTOBER 13, 2021

These are sophisticated global networks, external of the business itself, comprised of manufacturers, logistics enterprises, and third-party suppliers. The three main aggregations of sustainability metrics are environmental, social, and governance. Both types use quantitative metrics but have slight differentiators.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Sustainability Resource Reduction Supply Chain Software 52

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Given the involvement of third parties and the numerous consequential efforts in procurement, it becomes crucial to prevent any shortcomings in processes to ensure logistical success. Category Management plays a vital role in every business, regardless of its size. What you will learn: Lesson 1. What is the category management in procurement?

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Unleashed

JUNE 2, 2022

Enhance customer satisfaction , because omnichannel optimises opportunities for personalisation through collection, analysis and cross-referencing of customer metrics and data, from all channels. Establish what customer wants and needs are being meet by using analytical data, social metrics, and by inviting customer feedback.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

So the CSR score too is more of a popularity contest than a consistent metric. Also, for whatever reason, Gartner limits the scope of the Top 25 to companies in the manufacturing, retail or distribution sectors. Debuting at # 24 is footwear and apparel company Adidas (arch-rival Nike has been a Top 25 mainstay for years).

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Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

A senior executive from a large global manufacturer came to speak in my MBA class this week, and discussed the major shifts in global business that was occurring due to the emergence of omni-channel capabilities in the supply chain. This works well in the Apple store, but can be complicated for apparel.

Supply Chain Design Software 60

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 7, 2016

On Monday, I would speak in Orlando Florida at the Terra Technology event; and on Wednesday, present the keynote at the Logistic Summit & Expo in Mexico City. I am a manufacturing gal by training. For example, if you are an apparel retailer, track the number of sales by cut, size, color, occasion, and material.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Suppliers are measured using factual performance indicators covering pricing, quality, innovation, and reliability , to name but a few of the measurement components included in the “McDonalds Supplier Performance Index,” as the suite of metrics is known. Small Lots Mean Little Waste: Waste is a major issue in the fashion industry.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Small to mid-size retail and apparel companies can tackle a fast fashion strategy despite the absence of large capital outlays and the scale and volume afforded to other giants like H&M and Nike. Let’s take a look at the top three characteristics of a fast fashion supply chain: Short lead time from designer’s table to manufacturer.

Distribution 34

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Small to mid-size retail and apparel companies can tackle a fast fashion strategy despite the absence of large capital outlays and the scale and volume afforded to other giants like H&M and Nike. Let’s take a look at the top three characteristics of a fast fashion supply chain: Short lead time from designer’s table to manufacturer.

Distribution 28

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 22, 2016

</p> <blockquote><h3>Manufacturing is where all the lead time is. .”</p> </p> <blockquote><h3>Manufacturing is where all the lead time is. After it’s designed, it goes to the manufacturer. Then a sample must be made.

Distribution 34

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ShipBob

MAY 1, 2020

Creepy Co sells apparel with a horror theme. For example, FLEO Shorts grew because of its popular Crossfit shorts, but they were able to leverage their growth to create other types of Crossfit-related apparel. . Designed and manufactured in the USA, Boie offers toothbrushes and body scrubbers that are eco-friendly and antibacterial.

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