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

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Supply Chain 100

Resilinc

OCTOBER 11, 2022

In this Q&A, Chaturvedi shares his views on rebuilding American manufacturing, reshoring, nearshoring, and other topics of the moment in supply chains. Resilinc: What’s the current status of reshoring manufacturing? The top countries that are investing in manufacturing sites in the U.S. That’s good news.

Manufacturing Procurement 62

Manufacturing Procurement China South Carolina Mexico 62

ThroughPut

DECEMBER 8, 2023

These analytics techniques serve as essential tools to transform descriptive metrics into actionable insights and informed decisions. A case study that perfectly depicts the use of prescriptive analytics for pricing and promotion optimization is that of a global apparel giant that ThroughPut worked with.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling Procurement Analytics 52

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Pirate ships would lower their flag when puff roared out his name oh. 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. Rules, engines, policies and metrics need to align.

Analytics Software 238

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 238

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 26, 2015

While traditional forecasting approaches use statistics to model history assuming that historic shipments and order patterns represent future market patterns, in the times of market volatility, especially for manufacturers two-five levels back in the supply chain, traditionally forecasting is not adequate. We hope to see you there! _.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Forecasting Modeling Forecasting Software 150

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.

Predictive Analytics 52

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

Manufacturers may recall stock because of flaws or to replace older products with newer ones. From a shipping standpoint, reverse logistics works well when the product being returned is routed directly to the correct location. Reps work with customers to get computers installed and working as required, rather than shipping them back.

Reverse Logistics 40

Reverse Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Vendor Strategies 40

DynaSys

JANUARY 13, 2021

Examples: Apparel and other general merchandise, home repair, furniture. In manufacturing, capital investments in new machine tools and materials handling equipment. Your Finance department is minding this metric in particular. Our markets have experienced COVID-19 demand shocks in three different ways.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 62

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Shipping approximately 400 million selling units consisting of 700 million manufactured units per year, Carter’s employs about 4,000 employees at its peak. Over the period of 2009-2015, only 88% of companies made improvement on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter. (As Performance on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 195

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. The manufacturing operation typically runs at full capacity for 4.5

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software Gartner 40

Logility

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Transportation and shipping issues aren’t the only problem, of course. Transportation and shipping issues aren’t the only problem, of course. For example, an apparel company might pick certain colors and sizes of a single style to distribute.

Optimal Sourcing 142

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Supply Chain Optimization Price Mitigation Strategies 142

Supply Chain View from the Field

OCTOBER 24, 2014

More and more global luxury brands such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and others are promoting themselves as Lifestyle brands, spanning many products including fragrance, home collections, apparel, paint, wallpaper, foods, and many other products. The supply chain design is very much focused on contract manufacturing to a network of factories.

Supply Chain Design Software 111

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning 111

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

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 258

ShipBob

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Between shipping new collections for wholesale earlier in the year and Q4 madness for direct-to-consumer sales, we’ve been able to get through our heaviest seasons while staying ahead of production using ShipBob’s forecasting tools — even as order volume more than quadrupled in a year.” Our B2C and B2B order volume changes month to month.

Forecasting 130

Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Demand Planning Software 130

Unleashed

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

A manufacturing production planning and scheduling solution, Orchestrate is designed for day-to-day scheduling, capacity planning and ‘what if’ analysis – a feature that lets users investigate how best to increase production efficiencies, while still improving delivery. Manufacturing complexity. Orchestrate. A mobile sales app.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Management Software Analytics Software 98

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.

Omnichannel 97

Omnichannel Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software 97

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).

Gartner 81

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 81

Supply Chain Network

DECEMBER 14, 2013

Hear how Sears instituted a ship-from-store model that fills a high percentage of product to each customer’s home within 2 days, often next day. Top executives from Lowe’s Home Improvement and Belk Department Stores will discuss how these retailers have learned how to ship e-commerce orders from their stores.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 115

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Retail 115

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

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software 60

6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Shipping: Not every warehouse deals with shipping directly. If yours does, be sure that you give the shipping company and your customer complete transparency so that all parties can track the parcel from transit point to transit point. From there, the order is processed and the package is shipped directly to the customer.

Cost Reduction Strategies 40

Cost Reduction Strategies Purchasing Skills Inventory Reduction Material Savings 40

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

Distribution Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 34

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

Distribution Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 28

Unleashed

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This modern business model functions as the online solution to making retail, manufacturing, wholesale, and service-based sales. At present, Amazon’s highest-grossing product categories are Computer & Consumer Electronics, Apparel & Accessories, and Books, Music, & Video. Primarily used by retailers and manufacturers (D2C).

Modeling Software 96

Modeling Software Demand Planning Software Inventory Management Software Forecasting Software 96

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. . One potential competitive advantage to look for is delivery speeds as shipping can build loyalty.

Inventory Reduction 59

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 59

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2023

FedEx, UPS snag Black Friday volume share from regional carriers Amazon revises numerous seller fees Tariffs on aluminum have cost US beverage industry $2b Zero emission cargo ships are getting closer Faced with high returns, retailers are telling shoppers: “Just keep it.” The process releases nearly twice as much CO2 per metric ton (1.1

Logistics Network Optimization Software 251

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 22, 2016

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Distribution 34

Distribution Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 34