Pivot88

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Each quarter, our parent company TradeBeyond publishes its comprehensive Retail Sourcing Report , which is filled with timely research, facts, and analysis to help brands and retailers make the most informed sourcing decisions.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 3, 2023

However, CPG companies need to be careful about competing with their existing retail/wholesale/distributor customers/channels. Most commonly, the primary channels for CPG companies comprise retail, wholesale, distributors, government contracts, and e-commerce.

Modeling 201

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

A global benchmarking survey by Körber Supply Chain reveals how businesses are seeking to better understand the key factors that shape complexity in the supply chain post-covid. Körber’s Supply Chain Benchmarking 2022 report reveals the global perspectives on supply chain complexity and performance.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Performance Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Strategy 130

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2023

In consumer goods industries, better forecasting leads to lower fines from retailers for late or incomplete deliveries. It is important to benchmark forecast accuracy and similar supply chain metrics against your peers. It is important to benchmark forecast accuracy and similar supply chain metrics against your peers.

Forecasting 189

Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Optimal Sourcing 189

BlueYonder

JUNE 13, 2019

As sustainability becomes increasingly important to many consumers, grocery retailers are challenged with how to keep up with these modern customer demands. For more insights and tips, take JDA’s Retail Self-Assessment test to benchmark your business against the best here.

Sustainability 73

Sustainability Inventory Reduction Retail Sourcing Strategies 73

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In today’s market, retailers face immense challenges across the entire length of their supply chains, ranging from rapidly fluctuating customer preferences and demand patterns to supply uncertainties, extended lead times, and constantly increasing customer expectations. Here are five key factors to keep in mind.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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BlueYonder

MARCH 30, 2023

This new research analyzes the latest market trends and consumer preferences to help you understand which capabilities retail leaders offer today. These retailers excelled in offering distinctive experiences and demonstrated functional maturity across all evaluated areas.

Real-time Visibility 85

Real-time Visibility Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics 85

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

APRIL 6, 2020

Symphony RetailAI, the provider of integrated AI-enabled marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and CPG manufacturers, has announced the findings of a new benchmark report, ‘The Retail Supply Chain: Designing New Ways to Satisfy Demand’.

Real-time Visibility 58

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JULY 21, 2016

In its 2016 Global Transportation Management Benchmark Study, American Shipper reveals a great deal of data about who is using TMS, who should be using TMS and why. Retailers are among those industries most interested in TMS solutions as they work toward linking transportation management with inventory management.

Benchmarking 60

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 24, 2015

Here is a case study on an anonymous major US retailer that likely has a store location near you. Omni-channel fulfillment is arguably today’s hottest supply chain topic. My colleagues and I have written a number of blog posts on individual case studies on this topic. How do your fulfillment operations compare to this leading […].

Benchmarking 100

Benchmarking Case Study Study Retail 100

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This allows the company to do some interesting benchmarking. Large retailers demand shipments be delivered on time in full. Customers of these solutions also mention improved improved agility, improved transportation procurement , better warehouse and yard operations, better store operations for retailers, and other benefits as well.

Real-time Visibility 218

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Visibility Inventory Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain 218

Proxima

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Christmas is always a crucial time of the year for retailers, but this one is shaping up to be a fight for survival. The vast majority of retailers are still reeling from the spring lockdown, and they will need to act decisively over the Christmas period to recover the losses that have accumulated throughout the year.

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Retail Supply Chain Strategy 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2021

Headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa, the retailer has over 37,000 employees. The retailer offers self-service gasoline, a wide selection of grocery items, and an array of freshly prepared food items – most notably pizza. To ensure quality, they have a mystery shopper program, and they benchmark themselves against their competitors.

Supply Chain Planning Software 194

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction 194

Veridian Solutions

JANUARY 8, 2020

What’s Keeping Retailers in the Dark Ages and Away From Advanced Systems? Ways an Order Management System Helps Retailers Succeed. An order management system is essential to success in retail. An order management system is essential to success in retail. Create a change management team. Shortlist your vendors.

Supply Chain Planning Software 53

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 53

Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2019

But in the world of retail transportation, very few shippers have the ability to be flexible with their deliveries. However, as the retail industry evolves and changes to meet the demands for the modern consumer, that is exactly what retailers look for from their suppliers. What Does that Mean for Your Retail Shipping Efforts?

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Shipping Retail 52

BlueYonder

JUNE 13, 2019

As sustainability becomes increasingly important to many consumers, grocery retailers are challenged with how to keep up with these modern customer demands. For more insights and tips, take JDA’s Retail Self-Assessment test to benchmark your business against the best here.

Video 40

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Veridian Solutions

OCTOBER 2, 2019

When do you start retail peak season preparation in your warehouse? Instead of risking your success, supply chain leaders need to seriously think about how earlier planning equals faster and more effective management of the retail peak season. China tariff battle, retail peak season preparation takes on an even more significant role.

Retail 40

Retail Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction 40

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 25, 2022

Dr. Williams is also part of a team of researchers that provides the annual DC Measures Benchmarking study for the Warehouse Educators Research Council (WERC). Department of Supply Chain Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Northwest Arkansas is the beating heart of the world’s supply chain industry.

Arkansas 223

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Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 15, 2018

Highlights from Our 2018 Benchmark Report The State of Retailer and Vendor Supply Chain Relationships

Retail 55

Retail Supply Chain Benchmarking Supply and Demand 55

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Global retail sales are expected to grow to $27.3 Investor Relations: Both retail and institutional investors are growing more considerate of sustainability initiatives when allocating funds for investment. Consumption and Emissions – A Growth Story. trillion USD in 2022 , up 5.0% from last year.

Sustainability 230

Sustainability Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies 230

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Many retailers have underspent on technology in recent years. In a new benchmark report sponsored by JDA Software, “IT Spending in Retail 2018, ” Retail System Research (RSR) dives into how retailers are changing their technology strategies, moving beyond legacy software and embracing the opportunities that cloud-based solutions offer.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software Modeling Software Retail 40

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society (LSCMS), Supply and Distribution Group Launches Global Logistics Service Provider Benchmarking Index. Sustainable Transformation is Data Driven – Driving Profitable Supply Chains from Resources to Retailing. Synopsis: IQAX Webinar 29th Sept 2021. People and Halal Supply Chains.

Supply Chain Design Software 244

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

As more data becomes available in the grocery and retail environment, organizations are re-thinking their supply chain processes to drive increased automation, improved performance, and increased inventory turns. All of the companies we benchmarked have a different systems and analytics capability.

Analytics Software 68

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software 68

Logility

MAY 16, 2018

As the seasons and styles change, many retailers are faced with a dilemma: what to do with the left over inventory. ’ Today retailers must plan and allocate more frequently with shorter seasons while satisfying consumer needs across multiple channels. Today, retail is still dominated by spreadsheets and slow, manual processes.

Inventory Reduction 100

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 100

BlueYonder

AUGUST 22, 2017

In a recent CNBC article, Retailers are finally starting to buck Amazon’s takeover , Jim Cramer highlighted some good points about Amazon and the retail industry. However, there was a point that I disagree with, which was how the only way retailers can beat Amazon is to become more like Amazon. How JDA Can Help.

Retail 49

Retail How To Gartner Benchmarking 49

PINC

AUGUST 3, 2020

With expectations of higher on-shelf availability and lower inventory costs, the pressure on delivery performance has intensified—as has the need for manufacturers, retailers, and carriers to work together to create efficient, reliable, and responsive supply chains. The problem is that there is no standard definition for OTIF. Survey Says….

Waste Reduction 130

Waste Reduction Metrics Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 130

BlueYonder

MARCH 22, 2018

My RSR partner Paula Rosenblum and I spent years in IT before our RSR days, and I think we can both attest to the truth of the old rock ’n’ roll lyric when it’s applied to retail IT: “I was glad to come, and I was glad to go, but while I was there I had me a real good time.”. But very clearly, total spending is much higher.

Retail 40

Retail Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Company 40

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Top 6 Retail Trends & Supply Chain Planning Challenges in 2023 ; Asena Denizeri ( Solvoyo ) Retailers know firsthand how quickly the market can change. Most recently, APQC has conducted best practice and benchmarking research on last mile delivery.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 245

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 245

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

Many retailers will rely heavily on parcel solutions or a transportation execution solution rather than a multimodal TMS, and other retailers will examine crowdsourcing solutions rather than a TMS. And finally, have strong consultative capabilities in terms of network design, strategic procurement, and transportation rate benchmarking.

Price Reduction 284

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Price Mitigation Strategies 284

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 28, 2022

Practitioners, students and of supply chain management are likely quite familiar with Spain based fashion clothing retailer Inditex and its various retail brands including Zara. Many supply chain management case study curriculums include the notions of how this retail chain pioneered what is today termed “ fast fashion.”.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 18, 2024

.”[5] Last year, Enterra Solutions ® announced it had created an Enterprise Growth WarRoom capability for consumer products (CP) and retail companies. Conversations within the industry hint at potential international synergies, suggesting that global collaboration on AI benchmarks and norms could soon materialize.”

Trends 264

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Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 22, 2018

More Highlights from Our 2018 Benchmark Report The State of Retailer and Vendor Supply Chain Relationships

Retail 39

Retail Benchmarking Supply Chain Supply and Demand 39

Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 2, 2022

By improving last-mile visibility with cutting-edge analytics software, you can boost your business’ productivity and customer satisfaction and loyalty, as well as benefit from accurate KPI benchmarking. Accurate KPI benchmarking. Strong last-mile visibility also helps your business facilitate accurate KPI benchmarking.

Real-time Visibility 88

Real-time Visibility Predictive Analytics Software KPI Optimization Software 88

BlueYonder

AUGUST 22, 2017

In a recent CNBC article, Retailers are finally starting to buck Amazon’s takeover , Jim Cramer highlighted some good points about Amazon and the retail industry. However, there was a point that I disagree with, which was how the only way retailers can beat Amazon is to become more like Amazon. How JDA Can Help.

Retail 40

Retail How To Gartner Benchmarking 40

Supply Chain Digest

OCTOBER 19, 2017

New RSR Benchmark Report on Supply Chain Execution, Straight Talk from Retailers on RFID, Was 2017 the Inflection Point in Managing Vendor Variability

Retail 32

Retail Benchmarking Supply Chain Execution Report 32

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Depending on the product, their customers are consumer goods companies, retailers, food service distributors and restaurant chains. Simmons supplies private label products to some of the world’s largest retailers and food chains. They are vertically integrated. For their customers, “on time” is customer defined.

Procurement Solutions 203

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 203

BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2017

And if retailers were disturbed by the initial news of Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, they should be in scramble mode now, with the details that are coming out and the possibility of more. The Disruption to the Retail Industry. This will force retailers to increase their technology and store renovation spends.

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