Automotive Freight Procurement Procurement Analytics 
The Network Effect
AUGUST 21, 2015
In my last four posts, I talked about order aggregation , new inventory replenishment policies , why a network model makes so much sense , and the all important ASN. Each line item must include the correct National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) Item # and Class. Today I want to discuss inbound logistics requirements.
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 29, 2014
To that end, every warehouse manager’s role is to manage the physical environment, loadshifting equipment and people, to decrease the chances of collision and accidents, and often, to help the flow of freight via outbound and inbound freight management; an entire process known as warehouse traffic management. Read the full Post.
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Supply Chain Matters
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Last week, the industry publication Aviation Week published its report, Pratt GTF Repair Plan Jolts Beleaguered Airline Industry. Specifically noted in the report: “ The effect on the airline industry will be profound.” Reportedly the news of a far broader inspection program caught most airline providers by surprise.
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. In the case of semiconductors, lead time was reported anywhere from 22 to 26 weeks.
Supply Chain Matters
JULY 21, 2023
parcel shippers with the threat of a labor strike for parcel carrier UPS and for LTL carrier Yellow Freight. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal , the carrier lost $55 million in Q1, double the net loss of the year before. Next week is turning out to be a rather challenging week for U.S. A hearing is scheduled today.
Jaggaer
APRIL 14, 2020
Define your procurement response strategy. Yet with the autobahns, motorways and highways largely free of traffic apart from freight, goods are generally getting through and we are yet to see long-term shortages of food and other essential items. Adapting to the present and future challenges of COVID-19.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 11, 2014
And its technology assets too, like the Kiva robots Amazon purchased [in 2012] and the data centers that power its cloud computing services. Big Data and Analytics for Oil and Gas Transportation. It’s the promise of Big Data, Business Intelligence, and Analytics. For related commentary, see: Notable Quote: C.H.
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