Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Piedmont was founded in 2016 in Australia and moved its headquarters in 2021 to North Carolina, where it hopes to dig a 500-foot-deep (150-meter-deep) open-pit mine and build one of the largest U.S. Piedmont, which has laid off staff and sold shares in other ventures to conserve cash, remains dependent on its Quebec project for funding.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 31, 2025

Getting it right affects: Order fulfillment speed and accuracy Labor productivity and safety Space utilization Inventory control and damage reduction Operating costs The biggest mistake that some companies make is treating material handling as an afterthought rather than a core strategic function.

Material Savings 75

Material Savings Australia Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction 75

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

She believes that a central Inventory System that manages all incoming & outgoing transactions and orders will provide a single source visibility, overcome some of her teething problems, and increase productivity in the Order to Fulfilment process. Let us go back to building the new add-ons or the Inventory System.

Supply Chain Design Software 246

Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software Predictive Analytics Software Modeling Software 246

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 14, 2025

In Australia for example, many of the countries that would be classed as offshore to an American company, such as China, might more accurately be described as nearshore. While these benefits are transforming North American supply chains, in Australia we face a unique set of challenges.

Cost Reduction Strategies 75

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Transportation Material Savings 75

DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

But this begs the question: How do supermarkets and meat processors manage their supply, meet the demands put upon them and balance their inventories? According to the recent IBIS World report, the meat processing industry in Australia alone has grown by 9% over the past 5 years, with the export market is forecast to grow at an annualised 10.4%

Demand Planning Software 168

Demand Planning Software Meeting Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software 168

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I was on the phone with Australia, China, Indonesia – really everywhere – trying to negotiate directly with suppliers. If they were dependent, did they have East Coast distribution centers where they could preplace inventory before the strike occurred. But there was a cost to this.

Supply Chain Planning Software 312

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical 312

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

ToolsGroup’s service-driven multi-echelon inventory optimization (MEIO) provides a single view of demand and supply to help manage uncertainty and increase product availability. . “We Combined with continued supply chain challenges, these trends accelerated POOLCORP’s desire to create a more robust and resilient supply network.

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Demand Solutions

DECEMBER 9, 2014

[M]ost supply chain professionals are quickly realizing that their supply chain planning solutions have not driven down costs, and have not improved inventories or speed to market. Snack Brands Australia has reduced its safety stock by 20%. AutomationDirect has taken another step towards 100% customer service levels. What Do You Think?

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Scenario Planning 187

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 15, 2021

This unlocks enormous value as you eliminate time lags, lower costs, and slash inventory buffers across the network. Planners then implement inventory buffers to cushion and absorb obvious conflicts that arise between trading partners. Chris is based in Australia. It requires armies of planners to cover all the touch points.

Inventory Reduction 259

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QAD

MARCH 31, 2020

ANCA builds their machines in Australia but these precision components are sourced from around the world. Machines can’t be built and shipped without having the right parts in inventory , but at the same time, keeping parts on the shelf consumes space and cash. Manage consignment inventory. Improve supplier communications.

Manufacturing Procurement 140

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement 140

Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In this guide to barcodes in inventory management: In order to apply barcodes to inventory management, it is important to understand the basics of the barcode system. Hence, some companies will find corded barcode scanners to be all they need, where other companies require wireless scanners to support their online inventory management.

Inventory Management Software 96

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Inventory 96

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Speed, accuracy, and flexibility will require the integration of multiple systems seamlessly to increase information and inventory velocity to meet customer demands. 24 months, ahead of their European and North American counterparts.

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Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling 245

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Companies tightly coupling the budget to S&OP have significantly higher inventories and lower growth than their peer group. Deployment of deeper statistical engines for inventory management with a focus on safety stock will improve inventory levels. Industries carried on average 32 days more inventory in 2020 than in 2007.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

These are: inventory and capacity buffers; manufacturing network diversification; multi-sourcing; nearshoring; platform, product or plant harmonisation and ecosystem partnerships. Inventory and Capacity Buffers. Whether in the form of underutilised production facilities or inventory in excess of safety stock requirements.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 246

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software 246

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Many operations turned to lean manufacturing to take any inventory out of their pipelines that could put their supply chain on the line. The pandemic highlighted the need for Australia to manufacture more products for itself. Australia already has all the elements required to build a competitive advanced manufacturing sector.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 105

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Many companies buy forward inventory ahead of tariffs being implemented. This strategy, however, may incur additional warehousing and storage costs, and firms may experience accounting challenges where an inventory is considered an asset, which could affect cash flow. Operational strategies. Buying forward.

Cost Reduction Strategies 245

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 9, 2020

How Australia’s Reliance on China has Evolved. Australia was not always as reliant on China for its imports as it is today. Back in 2000, the picture looked like this, according to World Bank figures: Top Five Trading Partners and Value (in AUD) of Imports to Australia in 2000. Construction materials. China, $37.3 Japan, $18.8

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Emerging Market Partner of the Year: Awarded to One Forecast whose tireless dedication to introducing ToolsGroup technology to Australia and the ANZ region has been nothing short of extraordinary. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn , Twitter , YouTube , or visit www.toolsgroup.com.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

I fly Qantas around Australia quite frequently (don’t ask how many frequent flyer miles I’ve got banked, but my wife loves her new washing machine). I get no such service from any clinic or hospital around Australia. I get no such service from any clinic or hospital around Australia. Sign up today!

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 12, 2022

Using shop-by-store features to check inventory availability before going to make purchases in-store. In creating a seamless omnichannel experience, it is imperative to ensure your products are available when and where the customer expects them, with inventory optimized to the ideal location. . Inventory Visibility.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Changing Landscape of Supply Chain Executives Traditionally, supply chain executives excelled in managing functions like transportation, warehousing, inventory, and production planning but supply chain process extends beyond the firm, involving global relationships with suppliers and customers.

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Logility

JUNE 8, 2022

Notable new and existing customers placing orders with the Company in the fourth quarter include: Ariela & Associates International, Bemis Manufacturing Company, Bondi Sands Australia Pty Ltd., Diversey, Inc., Polar Electro OY, Timex Group USA, Inc., Vista Outdoors, Workwear Outfitters, LLC. Demand Management, Inc.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 10, 2021

Whilst I am Australian born, I was fortunate to have had an educational background spanning 3 continents, Australia, Thailand/Singapore and Denmark. Starting out as a Marketing Intern in Adelaide, Australia for a Fielders Steel Roofing, my international studies lead to an opportunity to work in Singapore in 2005.

Sourcing Strategies 162

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Negotiating Skills 162

ShipBob

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Amazon offers Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) services where Amazon will store your inventory in its warehouses and fulfill orders for you. ShipBob simplifies Etsy fulfillment with custom solutions to handle your unique inventory and shipping needs. Advanced advertising tools help you get your products in front of the right people.

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Unleashed

JULY 2, 2020

The data in question has been sourced from Unleashed Software’s inventory management and business SaaS product. Compared to the sharp dip experienced by New Zealand, Australian manufacturers benefitted from the less stringent lockdown rules in Australia. UK and US manufacturers face an uncertain future.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement New Zealand Manufacturing Data 98

Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

EOQ attempts to optimize lot size by balancing manufacturing cost ( Fixed + variable costs) with things like inventory holding costs and capacity utilization. Lean relies on minimization of, among other things, lot sizes, inventory and waiting. of that plan.

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Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 100

Unleashed

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The Manufacturers Health Check report shows SMEs in the UK, New Zealand and Australia were forced to hold record levels of stock in Q3 2022 – a response to billowing international lead times. However GMROI fell from 1.5 Fulfilment times dropped too by just under a day and a half, from 12.1 days on average.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction New Zealand Inventory 52

Kinaxis

JULY 30, 2018

A small shift in customer demand essentially cracks the whip, and the further a supplier is from the demand, the more significant the impact, which inevitably leads to increasing swings in inventory for suppliers. in) by Nathan Griggs of Australia. The Guinness World Record for the longest whip cracked is 100.47 m (329 ft 7.5

Indiana 120

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QAD

MAY 30, 2025

In addition to requirements of data transparency, security and inventory management, Veoneer needed a fast and reliable implementation and thats precisely what they got. The companys headquarters are in Australia, but it exports more than 99 percent of its products to customers in more than 45 countries. ANCA Pty Ltd.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 13, 2025

In mid-July last year, McDonalds Australia made an unexpected move: It cut breakfast hours by 90 minutes because it couldnt get enough eggs due to a bird flu outbreak. These shared metrics translate into optimized inventory management and improved responsiveness to market demands, moving beyond mere collaboration into true cooperative action.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Even in Australia, consumer sentiment index decreased to 102.2, Communication tools like order tracking, cloud-based shipping and ordering, and radio frequency identification (RFID) chips, enable real-time visibility of orders, shipments, and inventory. In February, Thai consumer confidence dropped to 43.3 points from 44.8

Supply Chain Planning Software 246

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 246

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 16, 2021

Without a doubt 2020 will be etched in our memories as the year of multiple disasters, with the Covid-19 pandemic, trade issues between the US and China, wildfires in Australia, social unrest in Hong Kong, drastic declines in oil prices, turbulent financial markets and other politically dominated issues in emerging markets. Sourcing.

Pharmaceutical 246

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 246

Unleashed

JULY 25, 2021

Improving food inventory control. The simplest approach to reducing food waste is to optimise inventory control. Effective inventory control can prevent food waste by helping limit the volume of surplus food generated, reduce overstocking, and improve overall food waste management. Using inventory software to reduce food waste.

Waste Reduction 98

Waste Reduction Food Inventory Reduction Material Savings 98

Unleashed

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

The differences in threshold vary hugely – the EU has recently discarded de minimis thresholds completely, while in Australia the de minimis value is US$1,000. In Australia, the administration of customs duties is administered by the Australian Border Force. The de minimis threshold for Australia sits at AU$1,000.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

With the arrival of Costpoint 8 , higher inventory visibility, accuracy, traceability and efficiency is more achievable than ever. To illustrate the effectiveness of modern data collection solutions for Costpoint, let’s explore three use cases from RFgen Software that produced stellar results: Insitu Mobilizes Inventory, Saves Labor Costs.

Inventory Management Software 95

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Procurement Solutions 95

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Consider the rationalisation of major players over the last five years in Australia alone, e.g. DHL/Exel/Tibbet and Britten, Schenker/ Bax, Toll/Patricks/Brambles/SembCorp/ Finemores, Linfox/Mayne/FCL/Westgate. For both warehousing and transport, KPIs should be agreed at the outset. As a rule of thumb, no more than six KPIs should be used.

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Warehousing Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Transportation 52

Unleashed

MARCH 14, 2021

In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of the food supply chain, some key challenges and trends for New Zealand, Australia, UK and the US, and how the secret to successful food supply chains lies in food manufacturing software. Food supply chain challenges in Australia. How does the food supply chain work? Cost pressures.

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Supply Chain Software Food Manufacturing Procurement Gartner 97