Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

For example, a discussion with Anu Gardiner at Docusign opened up my eyes to the technology involved in signing contracts. Chris Hahn from Coupa did a demo for me, showing me the ease with which Coupa software allows Accounts Payable and Sourcing groups to access all of their data online.

Phoenix 84

Phoenix Analytics Software Modeling Software Arizona 84

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

In a VMI model, part of the equation is the inbound & outbound flow of the inventory. Distributors will inbound to a manufacturer the inventory needed and transportation management, especially inbound freight management, efficiency is paramount to an effective vendor managed inventory model.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Modeling 120

BlueYonder

MAY 1, 2024

I chose Dallas over a year before because there are frequent flights to and from Phoenix, there are hundreds of hotels to choose from, and according to weather models, it was one of dryer spots along the totality path that started below Mexico and crossed all the way north to Ontario, Canada. Well, it almost didn’t happen.

Texas 86

Texas Arizona Dallas Phoenix 86

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 21, 2022

The selection of metrics is based on prior work with Arizona State University to understand which metrics, in combination, correlate to market capitalization and price to book value. I encourage all to do this modeling in simulation to educate executive teams.). Align the organization to a customer-centric business model.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

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Kinaxis

DECEMBER 1, 2014

The defined maturity model consists of five stages, which means there is plenty of opportunity for organizations to make improvements in their supply chains to enhance visibility. Data harmonization across multiple systems of record also adds another layer of complexity.

Supply Chain Visibility 231

Supply Chain Visibility Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 231

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 7, 2021

He felt strongly that supply chain leaders knew how to drive supply chain excellence and needed a forum– or maybe two or three depending on the business model– to help them network and refine their approaches. My argument centered on the observation that as new technologies evolved, companies did a lift and shift.

Gartner 198

Gartner Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 198

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 8, 2022

and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Transforming the $800 billion freight industry, Emerge empowers meaningful logistics relationships through its award-winning Freight Procurement Platform. About Derek Doddridge. Key Takeaways: Is Your TMS Enough.

Supply Chain Network Software 239

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Logility

OCTOBER 23, 2017

I recently moved to Arizona and traded my lawnmower and snow-shovels for a salt-water pool. My pool has an automation system that allows me to sense and control certain parameters like temperature, pump speed, and salinity parts per million (PPM). My pool automation platform already has the foundation for this automation.

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 100

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Andrew Semisch and Joe Lynch discuss smart freight sourcing, which starts with an RFP tool purpose built for freight sourcing. Andrew is Vice President of Commercial Development for Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. The Emerge platform provides carriers access to more shippers and more opportunities.

Sourcing 217

Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Freight Supply Chain Network Software 217

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 3, 2015

Executive, after executive, lament, “They have purchased many technologies and sponsored many projects to reduce inventories, but they are not seeing results.” ” I have been studying the evolution of inventory technologies as an industry analyst since 2002. It is truly a case of process, people and technology.

Inventory Reduction 150

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2013

They want to understand which practices and technologies make a difference. Over the course of the last eighteen months we have attempted to build a linear regression model to build a formula using supply chain ratios that can predict market capitalization. But, we have failed to build a predictive model for the rest of the industries.

Gartner 257

Gartner Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Software Supply Chain 257

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 22, 2019

In the research, I’m trying to understand the impact of choices—technology, process innovation, and leadership– on balance sheet performance. There is the story of aggressive sales teams over-hyping the promise of technology to drive balance sheet improvement. The supply chain is a complex nonlinear system.

Supply Chain Design Software 254

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner Supply Chain Software 254

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

Dave will be speaking on his journey along with other supply chain leaders at the Supply Chain Insight sGlobal Summit in Scottsdale, Arizona on September 10th and 11th. These interviews of supply chain leaders will be collated into our fourth book on supply chain excellencewhich will publish at ourconference in September 2015.

Case Study 286

Case Study Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 286

Logility

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Clearly, Santa is taking the move to more advanced technology seriously if he is now sending invites for video calls. Our call was scheduled quite early for me in Arizona since Santa’s HQ had adopted GMT as the standard time. Santa referred to this system as the Santa Claus (SC) Planning Platform.

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Video Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 113

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 24, 2019

We’re based out of Scottsdale, Arizona. [01:12] Technology plays a huge role in helping carriers to optimize their linehaul. [09:30] 09:30] Describe the innovative new model that you like. The current model is that you can go to a 3PL and use their services or go direct to the carrier. [00:20] Opening / Introduction. [00:39]

Modeling Software 100

Modeling Software Modeling Optimization Modeling Shipping 100

SCMDOJO

JULY 7, 2023

is an American electric vehicle manufacturer and automotive technology company which has emerged as a prominent player in the highly competitive automotive industry. The company operates additional facilities in Palo Alto and Carson, California; Plymouth, Michigan; Vancouver, British Columbia; Wittmann, Arizona; and Woking, England.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2016

Normally the only winner in a technology acquisition is the original venture capitalists of the company being acquired. The technology market for B2B supply chain is consolidating. The Supply Chain Operating Network technology market evolved from the trading exchange market in 2000-2005. I think that it is too early to tell.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Network Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply and Demand Modeling 150

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The median value of stolen merchandise was $50, with state-specific averages varying from $30 (Arizona) to $80 (Alaska). The first is the use of home security technology. Beyond the use of technology, consumers can reduce the threat of package theft by using tools at their disposal from shippers.

Packaging 222

Packaging Oklahoma Arkansas New Hampshire 222

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Today, there are 8 states in the country, including Nevada, California, Michigan, Florida, North Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, and Arizona that are allowing the testing of self-driving vehicles on certain roadways.”. Is it just a technological novelty or is there a compelling business case? What do carriers think about driverless trucks?

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software North Dakota Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Supply Chain Network

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

The warehouse is part of ScottsMiracle-Gro’s high-service distribution model that the Company began implementing across the U.S. In our operations, we are striving to reduce our environmental footprint, and this distribution model is a significant contributor to that objective. A Closer-Look at the Improved Distribution System.

Customer Service 87

Customer Service Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Distribution 87

Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Financial Performance Lucid CEO and CTO Peter Rawlinson indicated in the latest financial performance release: “ Lucid is investing for the long term in technology, manufacturing and partnerships to further solidify our place in the market as the premier luxury EV brand in the world.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Expense Reduction Price Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 52

Kinaxis

MAY 30, 2017

One conference I recently attended is the Gartner Supply Chain Executive conference in Phoenix, Arizona. He took the example of demand planning where the potential exists for a 10% to 20% improvement in forecast accuracy with sensor-connected systems such as a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine or Amazon Dash buttons.

Gartner 189

Gartner Supply Chain Execution Conference Supply Chain Planning Software 189

NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 1, 2016

I had the opportunity to hear George Moakley, formerly the Enterprise Architect and Strategic Planner at Intel, who is now one of the founders of the new Intelligence at the Edge for Supply Chain Lab at Arizona State University. Technology is both evolutionary and revolutionary. Technology is both evolutionary and revolutionary.

Internet of things 40

Internet of things Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software Distribution 40

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 9, 2022

Ben holds a BA in Political Science from Arizona State University and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the American Charter School Foundation. Pairing advanced technologies with deep-seated industry expertise, Loadsmart fuels growth, simplifies operational complexity and bolsters efficiency for carriers and shippers alike.

Freight 130

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction Optimization Software 130

SupplyOn

JULY 24, 2019

Key message from the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019: The right technologies are one thing. In order to set the right digital course for the future, companies must not only ask themselves which new technologies they want to use but to essentially think about their design. But the decisive factor is their specific design.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

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

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2014

They have a goal to be agile and aligned; however, their continuous improvement processes are making steady improvement on an efficient supply chain model that is anything but agile or aligned. Instead, I think we need new mental models and we need to adopt new ways of thinking. Many Ironies. I see many ironies.

Supply Chain Design Software 280

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 280

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 6, 2015

I am busy finalizing a report on the current state of the inventory optimization market, rewriting and updating a report on Sales and Operations technologies, and penning a new report on Supply Chain Centers of Excellence. (We Power Growth through New Technologies. Ahead, I have a week of writing. Augmented Reality. 3D Printing.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Supply Chain Planning 150

Supply Chain Insights

MARCH 16, 2015

The simulation game is tied to the work we are doing with Arizona State University’s Operations Research group on the Supply Chain Metrics That Matter. The event will kick off with a digital showcase highlighting the use of new technologies and will conclude with the team play of the new simulation game.

Buyer Training 110

Buyer Training Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Training 110

FLEXE

MARCH 27, 2018

Industry disruptions aren’t slowing down, technology continues to evolve, and buying behaviors and expectations are changing—all of which affects the supply chain. But now, many forward-thinking retailers are turning to new technologies and service providers to get a foothold and catch up. Commerce used to be straightforward.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

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

FLEXE

MARCH 27, 2018

Industry disruptions aren’t slowing down, technology continues to evolve, and buying behaviors and expectations are changing—all of which affects the supply chain. But now, many forward-thinking retailers are turning to new technologies and service providers to get a foothold and catch up. Commerce used to be straightforward.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

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

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 2, 2021

Ben holds a BA in Political Science from Arizona State University and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the American Charter School Foundation. Pairing advanced technologies with deep-seated industry expertise, Loadsmart fuels growth, simplifies operational complexity and bolsters efficiency for carriers and shippers alike.

Freight 130

Freight Price Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 130

NC State SCRC

APRIL 21, 2019

I was self-motivated to attend, as I felt these meetings provide a great platform to meet people and share ideas and perspective. Another highlight was a presentation by Dr. Robert Handfield from NC State and Dr. Thomas Choi from Arizona State University, taking an in-depth look at counterfeiting in the supply chain.

Meeting 40

Meeting Supply Chain Software Buyer Training Charlotte 40

Operations and Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Dale Rogers, a business professor at Arizona State, gave a presentation with his son Zachary Rogers, a business professor at Colorado State, during which they said that winter-holiday returns in the United States are now worth more than $300 billion a year. Workers sorted units by model and year of manufacture.

Reverse Logistics 75

Reverse Logistics Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 75

JDA software

APRIL 17, 2019

I was born in Detroit but moved to Arizona at the age of four, so I am almost a native Arizonian! Prior to that, I worked at a couple of hospitality software companies. Who is your role model? We moved to Arizona without my dad having a job, and had faith that it would work out. Tell us a little bit about yourself.

Arizona 53

Arizona Detroit Just-in-Time Agile and Lean Supply Chain 53

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 29, 2014

The Supply Chain Is a Complex System with Increasing Complexity. This culminated over the course of the last four months into a methodology that we developed along with the Operations Research team at Arizona State University. Companies that adopt new business models are outpacing peers. The gloves are off.

Gartner 305

Gartner Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical 305

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

A few weeks ago, I wrote about a Taco Bell franchisee that is building a new restaurant that the chain said will be the fastest way to get its food: a two-story, technology-heavy unit with four drive-thru lanes dubbed Taco Bell Defy. The chain is testing the program across 17 locations in Tucson, Arizona from September 9 until November 24.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 36

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 14, 2015

In this year’s agenda, we are featuring some great case studies on new business models—Green Eileen and Sidecar—that I think that you will enjoy. It is an exclusive group of 150 supply chain leaders and is limited to 15% technology providers. Power Growth through New Technologies. Augmented Reality. The Collaborative Economy.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

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