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KPIs for Your Warehouse: How to Choose and Use Them

Logistics Bureau

As I’ve mentioned in other KPI articles that I’ve written, we come across a surprising number of businesses that struggle to choose and use KPIs effectively in our consulting work. So now and then, I like to publish an article to help demystify the topic. What Can KPIs Do for My Warehouse Operations?

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Supply Chain Department – A Typical Structure

SCMDOJO

This article describes a streamlined supply chain department, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability. Logistics Logistics involves managing the transportation and delivery of goods. This includes providing excellent customer service, so businesses can enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. Enroll Now!

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23 logistics professionals share the #1 way to reduce logistics costs

6 River Systems

trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% transportation network and other logistics challenges. trillion and motor carrier costs rose 10.1%

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Supply Chain Analytics: Benefits, Challenges & Architecture

SCMDOJO

In this article, we’ll delve into the benefits and challenges of this powerful tool, and discuss the architecture that’s necessary to successfully integrate it into your business. But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.

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How to Benchmark Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

For example, are you sure that you don’t have one or two business units that excel in a performance element which, otherwise, is proving to be a weakness for your supply chain operations? Sometimes the solution to a performance problem can be right under your nose. Ready to SCOR with External Benchmarking?

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The Reality of Automation in Procurement!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Digital procurement practices are a significant factor in achieving company excellence. This article will examine the top benefits and most typical challenges with procurement automation. Direct purchase requests from employees are possible with varying levels of auto-approval. Benefits of Procurement Automation. Cost Saving.

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4 Best-in-Class Supply Chains To Watch and Learn From

Logistics Bureau

So in order to perhaps spawn some ideas for your supply chain excellence efforts, I thought I’d offer a brief overview of how four leading organisations are achieving their successes and cementing their mastery of the 21 st century supply chain. 4 Leading Operators with the Supply Chain X-Factor. Health and safety. Innovation.