Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group highlights a 2024 prediction of added labor activism continuing across industry supply chains in 2024. Of most concern was the tactic of targeting a company’s vulnerable supply chain points in labor stoppages, which was adroitly practiced by the United Auto Workers (UAW).

Negotiating Skills 59

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Note: This is an ongoing series of posts on new developments within the automobile supply chain, with examples of best practices. Understanding their supplier responsibilities as exporters is a critical performance component within a global supply chain. authorizations. provide appropriate packaging and markings.

Automotive 100

Automotive Supply Chain Design Software Shipping Manufacturing Procurement 100

Logility

AUGUST 25, 2021

ATLANTA (August 25, 2021) American Software, Inc. million for the same period last year, and Software license revenues were $0.5 million for the same period last year, reflecting our continued transition to the Software as a Service (SaaS) engagement model. Company and Technology. million compared to $0.8 Trinseo S.A.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Unleashed

AUGUST 17, 2021

There is a range of manufacturing software now available to help businesses streamline their processes and maximise efficiency. Here we look at 15 types of manufacturing software, and for each answer three questions: What are the main functions of this software? What type of business is this software suited to?

Inventory Management Software 97

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

This may be a reaction to the ongoing supply chain crisis, which quantum could help relieve through its potential to solve complex optimization problems common in shipping and logistics.” … The technology is still experimental, and has yet to demonstrate its usefulness for solving real-world problems.

Trends 325

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QAD

JUNE 8, 2021

The Guardian stated : “The technology industry faces a growing shortage of semiconductors and other high-tech components following a failure to invest in new manufacturing facilities during the recession, experts have warned.” As a result, automotive OEMs were not able to ramp-up demand requirements fast enough back up the supply chain.

Supply Chain Software 97

Supply Chain Software Automotive Demand Planning Software Forecasting Software 97

QAD

MAY 4, 2023

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and Odette International released the sixth version of the Materials Management Operations Guideline/Logistics Evaluation (MMOG/LE) assessment on April 1, 2023. MMOG/LE is used by automotive customers to select and evaluate production and parts, service and warehousing processes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 95

Supply Chain Planning Software Automotive Material Savings Scenario Planning 95

QAD

AUGUST 3, 2023

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) is a methodology and framework used in the automotive and manufacturing industries to ensure the quality and reliability of products throughout their development and production processes. What is APQP? Whether or not they have a preexisting relationship, future assurance of customer success is key.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Quality Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning 96

PINC

OCTOBER 27, 2015

In the past two weeks, two industry heavy-weights articulated supply chain drone use cases that went largely unnoticed. The reality is that the near-term applications for drone technology is actually more upstream – utilized for inventory checking for a variety of asset types both inside and outside distribution centers.

Gartner 145

Gartner Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Inventory Management Software 145

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations. However, you may wonder what kind of practices really work.

Waste Reduction 274

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6 River Systems

APRIL 23, 2019

The world of logistics is increasingly driven by technology , with artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things (IoT) and automation among the biggest logistics trends today. That said, there are many factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse. Robert DeStefano. Rupy Sawhney. Katie Martinelli.

Warehousing 97

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 97

QAD

JULY 8, 2021

In our blog last month, we discussed how the automotive industry must learn this time from yet another semiconductor shortage by improving management of essential supply chain processes or we will find ourselves in another shortage crisis. Why does it take so long for information to move down the supply chain today?

Supply Chain Planning Software 87

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Bristlecone

JANUARY 19, 2021

Rajesh Mani, Director of Presales, Supply Chain Apps, Bristlecone. Ever since the onset of the COVID-19 disruption, I have come across many organizations and ‘initiatives of the month’ focusing on improving supply chain visibility. Supply chain visibility means different things to different audiences.

Supply Chain Visibility 52

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AFFLINK

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Supply chain flexibility is this year's buzzword in the wake of COVID-19, but supply chain quality remains equally important. If you don't want your efforts at supply chain flexibility to go awry, you need the ability to perform fast and thorough PPAP audits. What's a PPAP Audit?

Supply Chain Design Software 62

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

Over the course of the last two years, we at Supply Chain Insight s have worked on a methodology to gauge supply chain improvement. We named it the Supply Chain Index. We have found that supply chain metrics are gnarly and complicated.During Background on the Supply Chain Index.

Case Study 286

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Supply chain innovation is slowly simmering in the face of radical disruption. The supply chain visionary wants novel and new. I find technology providers pitching old–often wrapped in the cloak of ‘digital transformation.’ As a result, supply chain leaders continuously ask me to unravel market confusion.

Supply Chain Planning Software 199

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software 199

PINC

OCTOBER 27, 2015

In the past two weeks, two industry heavy-weights articulated supply chain drone use cases that went largely unnoticed. The reality is that the near-term applications for drone technology is actually more upstream – utilized for inventory checking for a variety of asset types both inside and outside distribution centers.

Gartner 100

Gartner Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Inventory Management Software 100

20Cube Logistics

MAY 14, 2019

A PwC study shows that > 67% of business entities recognize digital supply chain as important and disruptive > 40% of business entities in the APAC region have engaged with collaboration technologies and supply chain analytics. New technologies like automated vehicles, blockchain , IoT, etc.

Supply Chain Software 40

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DynaSys

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

In this article, we will explore the value that Data Science brings to Supply Chain. What is the role of data science in the supply chain? In today’s supply chain management systems, machine learning algorithms implemented by data scientists are used at every step of the strategic planning process.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Data 96

Elementum

JULY 11, 2017

Augmented reality, or simply known as AR, is the usage of technology to superimpose computer-generated sensory input such as sound, videos, and images over a person's real-view world. The possibilities for AR may be endless, but how can this groundbreaking technology supplement and ultimately, improve the existing modern supply chain?

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Modeling Software 104

QAD

AUGUST 31, 2023

We are living in a time of huge technological change with increasingly uncertain, unpredictable and challenging market conditions. The supply chain has seen major disruptions, the labour market is incredibly demanding and the number of regulations and tariffs continues to grow.

Resource Reduction 96

Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies 96

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

If you are unfamiliar with the concept of EDI, read our first post in this series on what is EDI in transportation and how it works , but as a quick recap, essentially, EDI takes human interaction out of the equation completely, and lets technology take over. EDI isn’t a new technology in and of itself.

Cost Reduction Strategies 246

Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 246

Elementum

MARCH 13, 2018

Today's world runs on complex networks of intelligent technologies that enable quick innovation and the efficient movement of goods. And given the highly diffuse nature of modern supply chains, the risk of falling victim to a security breach has never been higher. Invest In Updated Software (Because Antivirus Can't Save You).

Pharmaceutical 79

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 79

QAD

MAY 16, 2019

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and Odette International are releasing the fifth version of the Materials Management Operations Guideline/Logistics Evaluation (MMOG/LE) assessment this summer. MMOG/LE is used by automotive customers to select and evaluate production and parts, service and warehousing processes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2022

Supply Chain Risk Management Solution from riskmethods. If I was asked to vote for the most interesting solution set that has come to the fore over the last few years, my vote would be for supply chain risk management solutions. This solution has a graphical view of the AGCO supply chain across multiple supplier tiers.

Risk Management 194

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Elementum

MARCH 13, 2018

Today's world runs on complex networks of intelligent technologies that enable quick innovation and the efficient movement of goods. And given the highly diffuse nature of modern supply chains, the risk of falling victim to a security breach has never been higher. Invest In Updated Software (Because Antivirus Can't Save You).

Pharmaceutical 60

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Silvon Software

JUNE 23, 2020

As I mentioned in my previous post, Sales Dashboards – 16 Metrics for Manufacturers , a strategy for measuring business performance should also incorporate metrics that focus on the supply chain and other operational areas of the enterprise. Nevertheless, measuring supply chain performance is critical for a manufacturing concern.

Manufacturing Procurement 89

Manufacturing Procurement Metrics Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software 89

Elementum

MARCH 1, 2018

Augmented reality, also known simply as AR, is the usage of technology to superimpose computer-generated sensory input like sound, videos, and images, over a person's real-world view. Some examples include head-up displays for the automotive industry to enhance driver safety. Growth Boom of the AR Market. Application of AR in SCM.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Modeling Software 60

Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. Screenshots, documentation and technical resources may be attached if an online Kanban system is being used. What is Kanban?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Examples 98

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 21, 2022

This report indicates that move would reportedly amount to a nearly $200 billion investment, according to documents filed with the State of Texas. If consummated, this longer-term investment would be unprecedented from a geo-political supply network dimension. Supply Chain Matters Perspectives. has to do so as well.

South Korea 52

South Korea Report Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 52

Elementum

MAY 1, 2018

Supply chain disruptions are inevitable, whether resulting from natural disasters, technical failures, worker strikes, or other unforeseen incidents. What can supply chain managers do to ensure that action is taken quickly and efficiently when disruption strikes? Identify Risks in Your Supply Chain.

Pharmaceutical 94

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software 94

QAD

JUNE 27, 2019

Automotive. Terry Onica – Director, Automotive. This year at Explore, many of the conference attendees were very excited about QAD’s advanced technology direction, including the debut of Production Execution in the QAD Labs. Take their Brownfield and Greenfield sites and bring them live in less than three months.

Las Vegas 95

Las Vegas Pharmaceutical Beverage Automotive 95

GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Freight rating software is a necessity for shippers and 3PLs. When shopping for a Freight Rating Software System with TMS, look for key points that will add value and provide additional benefits for shippers. Is the pricing done through a licensing agreement or by a “software as a service” offering? Go with TMS Integration.

Analytics Software 120

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Elementum

MAY 1, 2018

Supply chain disruptions are inevitable, whether resulting from natural disasters, technical failures, worker strikes, or other unforeseen incidents. What can supply chain managers do to ensure that action is taken quickly and efficiently when disruption strikes? Identify Risks in Your Supply Chain.

Pharmaceutical 60

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

QAD

JULY 9, 2020

Instead, companies and organizations look for innovative technologies and methodologies to build on their existing frameworks to help them adapt as necessary. The automotive industry has taken an existing concept and adapted it for current times. One example is the electric car. What We Can Learn from Soccer.

Resource Reduction 108

Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 108

Talking Logistics

JULY 18, 2014

In this week’s news… HighJump Software Acquires Atlas Products International, Expands Global Trading Partner Network in Europe. UPS Capital – Sponsored Study Shows Supply Chain Risk Mitigation Strategies Lacking. Penske Logistics Joins CargoNet to Enhance Supply Chain Security. SAP Launches 2.0

Logistics Network Optimization Software 133

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Voice Technology in the Supply Chain. The questions in the minds of today’s information technology (IT) executives run in an endlessly agonizing loop: Do I have the right infrastructure in place? How do I separate valuable new technology from all the junk? Voice Technology in the Supply Chain.

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