Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 14, 2025

Neil’s post in response to my post of Driving Value From Outside-in Planning : In her post, ‘Driving Value from Supply Chain Planning’, Lora Cecere provides great supply chain analysis and benchmarking for her supply chains to admire. VMI has great promise in the use of channel data and the management of flow.

Modeling 321

Modeling Material Savings Vendor Strategies Supply and Demand 321

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Supported by advanced technology, their multifunctional customer portal provides instant booking, quoting, real-time tracking, and other features designed to streamline the shipping process. Trusted nationwide, Expedite All delivers unmatched reliability, flexibility, and innovation, setting a new benchmark in expedited logistics.

Supply Chain Network Software 245

Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization Network Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 245

Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

Home Introducing Freightos Enterprise: End-to-End Procurement, Benchmarking, and Management Freightos Enterprise unifies market intelligence, tender management, and shipment operations into one solution, enhancing logistics efficiency for large import-export businesses.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Benchmarking Manufacturing Procurement Procurement 156

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

One of the key challenges in green freight logistics is reducing emissions from fuel-intensive operationsparticularly in trucking and maritime shipping. These systems also support internal benchmarking, enabling teams to measure progress against targets and identify areas for improvement.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

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E2open

JULY 31, 2024

(NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has published the latest edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly benchmark report that provides insight for decision-making around global ocean shipments.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 78

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software North America 78

E2open

JANUARY 31, 2025

NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has published the latest edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly benchmark report that provides insight for decision-making around global ocean shipments. 31, 2025 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc.

Supply Chain Network Software 78

Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software South America 78

E2open

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has published the latest edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly benchmark report that provides insight for decision-making around global ocean shipments. 7, 2024 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 78

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software South America 78

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 2, 2025

We welcome Shippers to join Emily Stausbll, Xeneta Senior Shipping Analyst, for a roundtable discussion to unpack: Global market insights and trends for Ocean Freight Impact of the new alliances on capacity, schedule reliability and freight Geopolitics and other on-going global events and their impact on supply chain including how new U.S.

Price Reduction 130

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Negotiating Skills 130

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

These steps include sourcing and receiving inventory, storing inventory, order processing, picking and packing an order, shipping the order, and returns management. Standard sizes and categorizations play a crucial role in determining the costs associated with shipping products that meet standard criteria in fulfillment centers.

Optimal Sourcing 153

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Price Mitigation Strategies 153

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The result: Ventura has a 97% tender acceptance rate and scores much better than average on a wide range of industry benchmarks. Understand the full range of shipping alternatives your carriers can offer. We don’t shop rates. We look for value and long-term partnerships. Leverage All of Your Carriers’ Capabilities.

Expense Reduction 253

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Capacity 253

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether your company is a big or small player in terms of shipping volumes, and regardless of your chosen transportation modes (road, rail, ocean, air), the health of your bottom line depends in no small part on the competitiveness of your freight prices. The answer is to benchmark your freight, of course. What is Freight Benchmarking?

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Benchmarking Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 96

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 10, 2013

This week I interviewed Robert Byrne, Founder of Terra Technology , on the results of their fourth benchmarking study on forecasting excellence. The work done by Terra Technology, in my opinion, is one of two accurate sources of benchmark data on forecasting in the industry. The other is Chainalytics demand benchmarking.

Supply and Demand 252

Supply and Demand Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Software 252

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The sales team can go have those conversations, with real-time lead times and even the factory the product will ship from, with customers. We have benchmarked our SCI (Supply Chain Intelligence) solution; we looked at all the solutions in the industry. This has been a real game changer for sales.

Supply Chain Planning Software 282

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software 282

GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2017

What happens when shippers simply forgo implementing shipping technology, and how can shape their future demise? Shippers Must Weigh In-House Versus Off-the-Shelf Shipping Technology Solutions. The first struggle with implementing shipping technology in an enterprise goes back to considering in-house versus outsourced tech solutions.

Analytics Software 174

Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 174

Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Conversely in 2021 when rates were sky high, suddenly companies that had negotiated fixed rates couldn’t get their cargo on the ship without paying an extra premium surcharge. We refined our data, limiting it to actual pricing used by logistics service providers to ship containers, to ensure validity. But seriously, what does it mean?

Negotiating Skills 177

Negotiating Skills Shipping Price Reduction Chicago 177

Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

The Red Sea crisis demonstrated how quickly shipping routes can be compromised, forcing immediate rerouting decisions. When a single tweet can change tariffs on global trading partners, or when conflict in the Middle East impacts shipping lanes, logistics teams need comprehensive visibility and control, not in weeks or days, but in hours.

Supply Chain Design Software 227

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software 227

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

According to Michael Khalil of Inbound Logistics, primary transportation management challenges in e-commerce include: Increased complexity of shipping strategy. Increased complexity may be the result of additional shipping volume and the use of the freight consolidation and the consolidation program. Faster shipping.

Transportation Management 285

Transportation Management 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 285

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

She brings almost 20 years of supply chain and benchmarking experience to DAT, where she is focused on providing actionable insights to shippers through DAT’s Benchmark Analytics and Rateview benchmarking tools. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 264

Freightos

APRIL 15, 2024

Two other quick things: If you are a BCO and interested in learning more about our beta contract benchmarking solutions, you can request beta access here If you’re a forwarder, please take a moment to complete our tech survey regarding how different tech solutions drive value…or don’t.

Freight 332

Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Global Supply Chain Network Software 332

E2open

JANUARY 19, 2023

(NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, today released the Q4 2022 edition of its Ocean Shipping Index, a quarterly report that offers data-driven insights to better manage the movement of goods around the globe and on key lanes between Asia, North America, and Europe.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 148

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Predictive Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 148

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The priority of each pick based on shipping deadlines can compete with travel minimization and also evolves in its level of importance throughout the day. For example, in the morning, we may want to maximize picking density to improve the efficiency of our pickers without much concern about shipping deadlines. Dynamic Slotting.

DC 335

DC Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Software 335

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This allows the company to do some interesting benchmarking. While it is difficult to attribute increased sales to having a higher percentage of on-time shipments, not shipping everything a customer ordered clearly impacts top line revenue. What accounts for FourKites Growth? The network has grown in size.

Real-time Visibility 313

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Visibility Inventory Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain 313

Freightos

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Suez Canal News Update The Suez Canal is a crucial lane for global shipping, with 50-60 vessels of all types transiting each day for about 19,000 per year, including about 30% of global container traffic and more than a million barrels of crude oil per day. What to expect from shipping in the Suez Canal & Red Sea?

Freight 327

Freight Israel Negotiating Skills Yemen 327

GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2018

One such area that offers the greatest opportunity is shipping network optimization. The question is, how can a company optimize its shipping network? Optimal shipping networks are not “one size fits all.” Optimizing your shipping network doesn’t only include adding new warehouses, but removing some as well.

Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Inventory Reduction Network Optimization 120

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 14, 2023

For the last two years, Descartes has been doing a benchmark study around consumer sentiment, where the company is trying to gage interest in sustainability and home delivery. Traditionally, items are shipped immediately after purchase; but companies are now combining orders from the week into a single delivery day.

Sustainability 286

Sustainability Logistics Network Optimization Software Study Supply Chain Network Software 286

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2021

APQC has conducted benchmarking and best practices research on supplier risk management. APQC is a nonprofit organization focused on benchmarking, best practices, performance improvement, and knowledge management. Because of the pandemic, risk management surrounding sourcing has become top of mind in supply chain organizations.

Risk Management 298

Risk Management Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Disruption 298

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

In his role Peter leads The Journal of Commerce, the historic New York City maritime newspaper founded in 1827, today a team of specialized business journalists focused on the end-to-end international shipping supply chain including shipping, ports, airfreight, trucking, rail and home delivery, addressed to the needs of shippers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 246

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2023

Organizations then convert those demand forecasts to the associated quantities of raw materials to purchase, goods to be manufactured, or finished products to ship. It is important to benchmark forecast accuracy and similar supply chain metrics against your peers.

Forecasting 274

Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Optimal Sourcing 274

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 31, 2023

In his role Peter leads The Journal of Commerce, the historic New York City maritime newspaper founded in 1827, today a team of specialized business journalists focused on the end-to-end international shipping supply chain including shipping, ports, airfreight, trucking, rail and home delivery, addressed to the needs of shippers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 246

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Analytics Software 246

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

That includes analysis of current operations, costs by mode, performance and benchmarking of existing partnerships. By combining that with the ability of a 3PL to assist with warehouse functions, including packing and shipping, it is easier to derive more value. . Always Turn to the Data to See Expectations for ROI and Value.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 317

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Negotiating Skills 317

Multichannel Merchant

APRIL 7, 2022

The call for sustainable shipping is getting real. Pressure is coming from all sides for companies to adopt more sustainable shipping practices. For shippers worried about the pressure to green up their shipping operations, and the associated costs and resources required, there’s good news. Maximize Local Fulfillment.

Sustainability 111

Sustainability Shipping Waste Reduction Modeling 111

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2023

Although CMA CGM is best known for being a large container shipping company, it is also the parent of CEVA Logistics. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an article on the increasing use of machinery to create made-to-fit boxes for more efficient fulfillment shipping. The machines then label and seal the packages.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 288

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Kenya Supply Chain Planning Software 288

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2014

However, the diversity of the supply chain, and the importance of timely shipping and customer service, presents a unique challenge at best through several festive celebrations all year long. Benchmark DC Systems to Handle the Volume. Be it Christmas, the New Year and New Orders, a new budget, Thanksgiving returns, etc.,

DC 323

DC Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 323

GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

With the rise of Amazon, consumers have also been able to access an endless product array at historic, record-low shipping costs. Free shipping. Immediate shipping. Alight shipping strategy with retail strategy. So, third-party companies can provide better benchmarking, analysis and reporting of actions in your company.

Cost Reduction Strategies 244

Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Expense Reduction Negotiating Skills 244

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Most shippers recognize that FreightTech is one of the best ways to streamline their shipping function and potentially save money – however, the dilemma arises because FreightTech has traditionally come with some challenges. Emerge launches Benchmarking. Awarded Podcast. Awarded Podcast on Apple. Awarded Podcast on Spotify.

Supply Chain Network Software 246

Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Sourcing Strategies 246

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

The company can connect all aspects of the execution process, including labor cost and capacity, warehouse capacity, and shipping, and then integrating all of this data into their data cloud platform for a holistic view of OMS, TMS, and WMS. The ongoing issues in the Red Sea are wreaking havoc on ocean shipping.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Modeling 302

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 4, 2021

To win accounts with ecommerce companies that require one or two day shipping to the entire country, 3rd party fulfillment companies may partner with fulfillment companies in other regions. Third-Party Logistics Warehouse Benchmark Report. Lean More About The Future of 3rd Party Fulfillment. Andy Lloyd. 3PL Central.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Software Third Party Logistics 246