Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2024

Last week, I published an article on outside-in planning. The article introduced the concept of self-service planning and challenged companies to rethink the concepts of supply chain planning. Outside-in Planning: Modeling based on channel and supply network signals. Replatforming Current Planning Solutions. Guess what?

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ivalua

APRIL 5, 2019

In my last two articles ( here and here ) I’ve been talking about the need for Procurement to think about how we can move beyond our historical transactional role and embrace approaches to help drive competitive advantage and real value for our organisations. Again, the days of year-long implementations should be just a memory.

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QAD

MAY 23, 2023

As I explained in a recent article on Supply & Demand Chain Executive , organizations that leverage supply chain digitization will be the most likely to succeed. The International Labor Organization reports that 27.6 Compliance appears to be a significantly larger driver for sustainable procurement than ethics or consumer demand.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 29, 2023

Inventory management software helps businesses keep track of stock and be more efficient in their daily operations. It automates tedious manual tasks that can be prone to human error, improving the accuracy of a company’s recorded inventory levels and reducing inventory carrying costs. How does inventory management software work?

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 27, 2019

Retailers have always been curious about the paths consumers take when they decide something needs to be purchased. When the Internet and World Wide Web introduced consumers to online shopping (aka e-commerce), the path to purchase became much more complex. Today the digital path to purchase is growing in importance.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 2, 2024

There are five pivotal solutions and trends that are reshaping the logistics landscape. Data Analytics and Automation The use of artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning within warehouses thanks to tools such as robotics could increase to optimize your supply chain and reduce operational costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2022

As more consumers flock to e-commerce, purchasing big & bulky goods such as furniture, appliances, and wholesale electronics online is becoming more common. Larger types of retail goods such as furniture and appliances, also known as oversized, are more challenging to ship than small packages.

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Claritum

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Address Procurement Strategy. Focus Procurement on supplier optimisation. Don’t lose Procurement’s focus on costs. Keep Procurement up to date. Procurement is a complex multidisciplinary team activity that crosses all areas of the business. Introduction.

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Claritum

AUGUST 4, 2020

Read the article at claritum.com. Introduction Procurement is a complex. The variables and complexities of purchasing products and services, from basic supplies through to strategic purchases, make Procurement a key. the procurement function. the procurement function. resource within the business.

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Claritum

MAY 12, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Technologies and Procurement Table. There are a lot of articles around on what Procurement needs to do; how Procurement needs to change; and how technology will fundamentally change Procurement. 2 Technologies and Procurement Table. Predicting outcomes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2022

Dick’s Sporting Goods reported its Q1 financials this week, beating expectations but lower its outlook. The more cautious outlook is driven by wage and inflationary pressures, as well as increased freight costs. The US Department of Transportation reported that transborder freight between the U.S. in March 2022 from March 2021.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 29, 2024

This article looks at the SKU rationalisation process, how to utilise SKU rationalisation analysis for your business, and some essential best practices for implementing it. It helps to reduce your inventory costs , improve operational efficiencies, enhance customer experience, and increase your sales and profit margins.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

In this article, we’ll look at some of those challenges and explore potential solutions to help you and your IM team meet the burgeoning demand for fast and accurate order fulfilment. Inventory Availability and Cost: Striking a Balance It’s rarely a good idea to think too lean in ecommerce inventory management.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

Cost reductions in food manufacturing can be achieved by using food manufacturing software that improves ordering processes and minimises overstocking of expensive raw ingredients. The right software will also improve operational processes, boost warehouse efficiency and reduce waste. Working with fresh food.

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Claritum

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. As featured in the ‘ The 10 Most Innovative Procurement Solution Providers ’ article published in the September 2017 Insights Success Magazine , Claritum discuss the drive for a New Wave of Easy-to-use Procurement Products…. A Varied Range of Unparalleled Solutions.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Barbara Schielke Chief HR & CSR Officer for Asendia explains how carbon offsetting, emissions reporting per parcel, and supply chain efficiencies are helping retailers green their e-commerce fulfilment. The International Post Corporation (IPC), found 44% of online shoppers have changed their purchasing behaviour to be more sustainable.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 3, 2022

With reports of retail layoffs and overstaffing at companies (such as Walmart and Amazon) to cover Omicron-related staffing shortages, it would appear the shortage of workers may be abating. As per a recent report by CNBC , the labor department in the United States has 5.5 The risks surrounding the retail labor shortage aren’t new.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Business executives are always looking for a competitive edge and many have turned to advanced analytics to find that advantage. In the digital age, they often gamble their company’s future on the decisions they make, which is why advanced analytics have become table stakes in business. Descriptive analytics.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Managing finished goods and tracking the costs associated with each of them are essential aspects of manufacturing accounting and stock control. This article breaks down how finished goods are calculated and some key inventory management methods for tracking them as they move through your business. What are finished goods inventory?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

The platform’s capabilities include GPS and telematics tracking of shipments, vessels, vehicles, and packages on a global basis, including IoT devices with temperature sensors for temperature exception tracking of assets, including smart refrigerators and temperature-controlled storage devices. Real-Time Information with IoT and Telematics.

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ShipBob

MAY 22, 2023

Shipping labels share important information with your supply chain, helping technology and people alike understand the origins and destination of your package. Shipping labels display important information about a package’s destination to a carrier during transportation.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 30, 2022

According to the staff at Scorpion Planogram, at the height of the pandemic, “Many [consumers went] to brick-and-mortar stores with specific purchases in mind, whether that meant a large, well-planned grocery trip or an expedition to find a good reusable mask.”[2] What are they buying online for curbside pickup or delivery?

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

”[1] Journalist Paul Berger reports that supply chain indicators confirm this holiday season’s sales could be mediocre. ”[2] The ‘Meh’ Economy As I discussed in an earlier article, there has recently been a historic rise in consumer debt and this cause for some concern.[3] Gen Z’s balances increased 51.9%

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 21, 2022

Technology provider Google launched Last Mile Fleet Solution on March 17 to provide last-mile fleet operators with real-time routing and tracking capabilities. Where's my package? However, it took a pandemic to 'discover' the last mile as many providers failed to deliver on time, and shipping costs increased.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

This article will focus on the actions Ipsen took to never stock out. We could not manage our business with that tool,” Mr. Stephens realized. Ipsen purchased the RapidResponse supply chain planning product from Kinaxis. Ipsen purchased the RapidResponse supply chain planning product from Kinaxis.

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crisp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The article demystifies the complexities of scope 3 emissions reporting, offering key tips to stay ahead of regulatory changes and satisfy stakeholder demands. Until recently, reporting scope 3 emissions – which include indirect sources that organizations contribute to – has been optional. In 2010, the U.S.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

With a simple calculation, you can understand what it costs to store and maintain goods. This article breaks down everything you need to know about inventory carrying cost, with examples and formulas for calculating it in your business. What is inventory carrying cost?

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

”[3] He adds: “ Analyzing the customer lifecycle allows you to better prepare your marketing, sales, and customer service teams to turn one-time purchasers into loyal promoters. He explains, “A recent spate of articles have declared that brand loyalty is in jeopardy, or even … ‘on its way out.’

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The costs of additional labour and customer support can dig into your profits, and identifying fraudulent returns is never easy. This article explores how to bring down your return rate and save time with an optimised returns management process. In this returns management guide What is returns management?

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Ware2Go

APRIL 5, 2022

Last mile carrier tracking shows the status and often location of a package from the moment the shipping information is sent to the carrier. Some carriers provide updates as a package moves from one sortation center to the next, and some show the real-time location of the package on a map when it’s out for delivery.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

In the first installment of this article, I discussed some of the considerations manufacturers and retailers should take into account as they develop their DTC strategies — not the least of which is the tension such strategies create between manufacturers and retailers.

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ShipBob

JULY 28, 2021

Want to know the secret to creating a memorable post-purchase experience? In this article, learn why delivery management is important for business growth, and how you can improve your delivery strategy to meet customer expectations. Once a customer makes a purchase, the customer experience doesn’t stop there.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

You are not alone, especially as in the time since we first penned this article, one huge and unforeseen event has raised awareness of the global importance of this vital sector—and shown it to be an attractive career choice. That event was the global COVID-19 pandemic, which erupted during the first half of 2020.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

I am passionate about the topic of the digital supply chain, and I apologize in advance for the length of this article. As shown in the 2015 Supply Chains to Admire report , over time, top performing supply chains plateau. We easily navigate the digital world in our personal lives, but enterprise software is not digital.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 26, 2023

As I wrote in a previous article, “Most of us understand that barcodes contain information that help retailers track inventory; however, few of us know much more about them.”[1] The Way Ahead As I noted at the beginning of this article, most of us don’t understand the data traditional 1D barcodes contain.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Mid-size manufacturers operate mainly in the batch process space and that is what this article focuses on. This can be different as well as for the purchasing (e.g. This includes bi-directional traceability from source to receipt, processing, packaging, shipping to final consumption. Process industry challenges.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 28, 2021

Satellite solutions article and permission to publish here provided by Chiyako Ikeda. For all those in the shipping industry, satellite solutions can significantly assist in all areas of coordination. Read on to learn why state-of-the-art satellite solutions are a game-changer for the maritime industry. Email Address.

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