The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

In 2017 I also assumed responsibility for Field Services and in 2019 Data Excellence & Analytics embracing digital transformation driving our Tailored, Sustainable and Connected 4.0 More recently this learning and application has evolved into the Tailored, Sustainable, Connected Transformation initiatives at Schneider Electric.

Sourcing Strategies 246

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software 246

Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In freight auditing, freight audit advisors work with freight shippers to ensure that all charges are accurate and to prevent wasting money. Shippers can ensure they are getting the best possible rates from their carriers by working with a freight audit consultant. What Freight Auditing Is and Why It’s Important.

Freight 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

Supply chain sustainability can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly.

Sustainability 193

Sustainability Optimal Sourcing Logistics Material Savings 193

Arkieva

AUGUST 8, 2016

Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. The Sustainable Freight Action plan released by California governor Jerry Brown outlines a long-term 2050 vision and guiding principles for California’s future freight transportation system.

Sourcing Strategies 60

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software California 60

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Best practices in halal risk management There is an urgent need to professionalise halal risk management by brand owners, to create a more sustainable halal management system contributing to building corporate reputation capital and at the same time protecting its sales and licence to operate in key Muslim markets.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical 130

Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2013

Con-way Freight Raises the Bar on Mexico Service, Adds Door-to-Door Tracking, 24-Hour Customer Resource Center, Enhanced Web Tools. Source data is a combination of reference and benchmark data from third parties as well as econometric models and formulas. SAP Announces Second Quarter and First Half Results 2013.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 132

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 132

Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Sometimes a third party source outside of the company needs to be accessed for data. That includes issues in sourcing transportation capacity, freight settlement, and recordkeeping. The Big Benefits of Technology in Optimized Freight Management. Lack of external data. But that’s only the beginning.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Risks exist in land, air and ocean freight. Poor grasp of hazards in your supply chain will increase freight spend and diminish brand value. Extreme weather represents one of the most significant risks to ocean freight on the globe. Source raw materials from reclamation centers where possible. Extreme Weather Events.

Supply Chain Planning Software 57

Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Price Reduction Waste Reduction 57

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. Research from APQC’s Open Standards Benchmarking in procurement shows that organizations without formal SRM programs report 121 percent longer supplier lead times.

Waste Reduction 274

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction 274

Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2023

It’s no secret that many consumers now consider the sustainability of a product before purchasing, much like they consider price or quality. In fact, a recent study suggests that more than a third of global consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products as demand grows for environmentally friendly alternatives. .

Resource Reduction 78

Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Vendor Strategies Optimal Sourcing 78

20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Through providing lucrative discounts, offers and making their ware affordable, they had to resort to popular policies to navigate through the pandemic and sustain themselves. Due to the institutional lockdown that was imposed all over the world, freight forwarding received its fair share of negative effects.

Supply Chain Design Software 76

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design 76

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

It’s about being prepared to weather the storms through resilience, agility, adaptability, efficiency, security, data proficiency, insightfulness, and environmental sustainability – all essential to driving growth and success in the future. Extreme weather and natural disasters will continue. Weathering the Trade Policy Storm.

Predictive Analytics Software 130

Predictive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 130

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Subsequently, LSS projects were developed to address waste in several key areas: contract carrier freight rationalization, ship day alignment, Asia-to-US / Asia-to-Europe container optimization, CNG truck costs and impact. While all have added value, let’s take a closer look at contract carrier freight rationalization.

Six Sigma 160

Six Sigma Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Waste Reduction 160

Shipchain

AUGUST 29, 2018

While this comparison is most commonly associated with benchmarking, it is also part of the reason why more people in the shipping industry are turning to blockchain for supply chain management (SCM). In some areas, labor laws may not even exist, and there is no verifiable way to guarantee the ethical, sustainable sourcing of materials.

SCM 78

SCM Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Software Demand Planning Software 78

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all. The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control.

Cost Reduction Strategies 54

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 54

6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

And this is where supply chain professionals, along with sustainability professionals, the sales teams, and new-product development, now need to come together and to evaluate what the market looks like, what downstream impact is going to have on their customers and on their suppliers, and their supplier’s supplier.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 116

6 River Systems

JUNE 25, 2019

” — The 5 Best Ways to Increase Warehouse Efficiency , Freight Cowboy; Twitter: @freight_cowboy 4. Orders are put together faster, and freight expenses are consequently lowered.” ” — Brian Aoaeh, Logistics network optimization – why this time is different , Freight Waves; Twitter: @FreightWaves 33.

Sourcing Strategies 56

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6 River Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Devise a model that supports environmental sustainability. “BSR recommends that companies address climate risks in their supply chains by focusing where they have the greatest impact and greatest influence and taking several steps: Consider a broad range of climate risks and prioritize parts of the supply chain that are most at risk.

Inventory Reduction 75

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Unfortunately, there is no agreed-upon benchmark for profit margins. Euroboozer, a UK importer of craft brewed beers, states that for a London pub or bar gross profit has to be around 70% in order to be sustainable. You can also use these metrics to benchmark against similar taprooms in your neighbourhood. Direct material costs.

Price Reduction 104

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