The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 20, 2020

Whilst the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across the world, it is vital for organisations to ensure a reliable supply of products and services. Lockdown of cities and manufacturing plants have significantly impacted many industries’ supply chains. Leadership in Supply Chain. fashion, automotive, spare parts, airlines).

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3PL Insights

MAY 3, 2021

May 03, 2021— Evans Distribution Systems, a leading provider of third-party logistics and supply chain solutions, launched a new business intelligence tool: evans365. The tool provides warehouse customers a holistic view of their account activity based on real-time data. “As MELVINDALE, Mich.,

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 7, 2019

While most consultants and technologists want to sell technology, and are eager to slap in a new piece of software, my caution is to slow down and better understand root issues before having a technology discussion. Time For A Supply Chain Check-Up? The company is a food and beverage company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Supply chain managers need real-time data to effectively manage operations. While supply chain software companies offer solutions that come with analytic solutions, the data used for the analytics is usually archived data. There is a new technology that can provide real-time visibility.

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6 River Systems

JULY 21, 2020

Much like a body part dies off without regular blood supply, the part of the business that is not properly served by the supply chain also dies off. The supply chain is a network of different companies, each serving a different function. Demand planning cannot be undertaken by the supply chain acting as a silo.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2020

If the word collaboration was listed on a card as a drinking game at supply chain conferences, we would be drunk at many. While we speak of collaboration, the focus is on driving enterprise results not value in value chains. Cash-to-Cash Metrics. Here I share perspective on cash-to-cash abuse. I am troubled. My takeaway?

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Alloy

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Get More Out of Your Kroger 84.51° and Market6 Data How Automation and Advanced Metrics You Won’t Get in 84.51° can help you grow your sales at Kroger and avoid inventory headaches. Kroger collaborates with thousands of food and beverage, health, beauty, and personal care companies to service roughly 2,800 stores.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

PepsiCo is a very big company, the second largest food and beverage company in the world. PepsiCo generated $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, with 23 food and beverage brands that generate more than $1 billion each in retail sales. The multinational’s goal is to achieve net zero GHG emissions across their value chain by 2040.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

To achieve this the customer shares information on sales and product needs with the supplier, who is then able to ensure the correct amount of inventory is supplied. VMI creates efficiencies in the supply chain as it ensures data from sales is a key part of the inventory management system.

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

T he cascading logistical problems caused by the pandemic and the war in Eastern Europe have made securing a reliable supply chain a national imperative. In addition, severe cyberattacks – like the highly publicized Colonial pipeline attack – have brought supply chain cybersecurity into the limelight.

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IQMS

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Bottom line: Machine learning makes it possible to discover patterns in supply chain management data by relying on algorithms that quickly pinpoint the most influential factors to a supply networks’ success, while constantly learning in the process. How Machine Learning Is Redefining Supply Chain Management.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 18, 2021

Today, reverse logistics can no longer be an afterthought for manufacturers, but is instead an integral part of supply chain planning. How can smart software assist your reverse logistics programme? The short answer is: reverse logistics is one part of the circular supply chain. What is reverse logistics?

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

ERP software has the ability to connect and transform every aspect of an enterprise. Today’s Software-as-a-Service model provides businesses with a level of efficiency that helps them work smarter, faster, and more cost-effectively. What is ERP Software? Overall, ERP software enables businesses to function more effectively.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 29, 2024

A food and beverage company decides to streamline its product portfolio, based on the nutritional value and environmental impact of its products. Using metrics such as inventory turnover rate , sell-through rate, and gross margin return on investment allows you to monitor your inventory performance more effectively.

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RFgen

JANUARY 23, 2023

According to the 2022 Digital Inventory Report , 58% of supply chain companies already use mobile devices for inventory management. Mobile inventory management refers to using mobile devices and software to process inventory. Fast and efficient control and oversight are required to maintain profitability. bn through 2026.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

They will soon change your supply chain. Designed in the 1960s when a Megabyte (MB) of disk storage cost the same as a Terabyte (TB) does today, relational databases form the basis of today’s supply chain systems and IT architectures. Doug named the software after his son’s favorite pet elephant shown here.)

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Cognira

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Throughout this blog, discover what green retailing is, why retailers should adopt this strategy, and the positive impact advanced technology can have on sustainable strategies. Dispose of waste properly: For retail businesses, waste is a major issue, especially for food and beverage establishments. Table of Contents.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 14, 2022

Food and beverage manufacturing and distribution companies usually operate on smaller margins than most organizations in other industries. Unfortunately, a significant chunk of food and beverage companies’ raw materials are commodities, whose prices don’t just fluctuate from month to month but can change hour-by-hour.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

This means company supply chains have to account for items with high demand in a limited timeframe. Caldwell Partners, an executive search provider, said supply chains should have insight into customer behavior , plan for distribution alterations and be ready to adapt to surprises when offering specialized products.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

This means company supply chains have to account for items with high demand in a limited timeframe. Caldwell Partners, an executive search provider, said supply chains should have insight into customer behavior , plan for distribution alterations and be ready to adapt to surprises when offering specialized products.

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RFgen

MAY 8, 2016

Many products require temperature control throughout the supply chain. This requires companies to closely monitor another dataset beyond average supply chain logistics management information. Businesses need to plan all of their operations and expansions with supply chain demands in mind.

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RFgen

MAY 8, 2016

Many products require temperature control throughout the supply chain. This requires companies to closely monitor another dataset beyond average supply chain logistics management information. Businesses need to plan all of their operations and expansions with supply chain demands in mind.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Supply chain optimization is vital for any ecommerce business that wants to increase its bottom line and improve its efficiency. However, you can’t optimize only some parts of the supply chain and expect great results as problems in one area can easily lead to inefficiency and issues in other stages.

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RFgen

MAY 5, 2016

When products spoil quickly or contaminants infect merchandise, it’s essential to implement a new inventory management and supply chain logistics solution. LEARN MORE: Mitigate recall risk with traceability software ». Food manufacturers have to be constantly vigilant to ensure the safety of their consumers.

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RFgen

MAY 5, 2016

When products spoil quickly or contaminants infect merchandise, it’s essential to implement a new inventory management and supply chain logistics solution. LEARN MORE: Mitigate recall risk with traceability software ». Food manufacturers have to be constantly vigilant to ensure the safety of their consumers.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global supply chain disruptions, impacting the flow of parts and finished goods around the world. The disruption caused by COVID-19 is unique in that it impacted supply chains across all industries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

How to Get the Most Out of Your Labor Management System Using Engineered Labor Standards to Impact Warehouse Output. Ask yourself, are you able to gauge fluctuating factors in your warehouse, such as pick density, case sizes, slotting arrangements and other variables? Every change in the routine requires another change in your SVS.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Typical manufacturing products made in Belgium include engineering and metal products, automobile assemblies, transportation equipment, scientific and precision instruments, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, glass, petroleum and food and beverages. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing.

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RFgen

APRIL 20, 2023

With the growing reliance on digital technologies and reliable data, Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM has emerged as a powerful platform, enabling organizations to optimize their inventory control practices. Mobile inventory solutions use a combination of mobile devices, barcode scanning, and software to automate manual processes.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 28, 2021

In these fast-moving days of technological advancement and economic change, a lot of manufacturers are talking about going ‘lean’. For one thing, each item lying around your warehouses is cash that could have otherwise been invested elsewhere. Every item in your warehouse represents tied-up capital. Techniques for 2022.

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 11, 2016

FLEXE , Flexport and Convoy –three technology companies adding flexibility to the supply chain–,recently hosted the first Peak Logistics breakfast in Seattle, Washington. The founders of each company came together to discuss the overlap of technology and logistics and how it can be used to solve every day problems.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

If you’ve ever had inventory sitting in the storeroom or warehouse unused, unsold, and taking up space – you’ve experienced dead stock. Dead stock often sits, unsold and forgotten, on your back shelves and in the far recesses of your warehouse, losing its value once it has reached the end of its product life cycle.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

Our look at the Top 25 (plus 4) Supply Chains of 2018 examines how the best companies in the world excel at managing their global supply chains. One of the most popular articles we’ve ever done is our look at analyst group Gartner’s annual ranking of the Top 25 Supply Chains.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Automate Your Data Collection Process. How Do I Know When It’s Time to Automate? The Many Benefits of Automating Data Collection. Implement Inventory Management Software. Optimize Warehouse Workflows. Optimize Warehouse Workflows. Implement the Right Software Solution. Don’t Overlook Remote Areas.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Automate Your Data Collection Process. How Do I Know When It’s Time to Automate? The Many Benefits of Automating Data Collection. Implement Inventory Management Software. Optimize Warehouse Workflows. Optimize Warehouse Workflows. Implement the Right Software Solution. Don’t Overlook Remote Areas.

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6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

If you’re spending too much to meet consumer demands, experiencing delays in getting products to end customers or production disruptions, it’s time to focus on optimizing your supply chain. But overall, what tactics do supply chain leaders find most effective when it comes to supply chain optimization?

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Silvon Software

APRIL 29, 2022

Key performance indicators (or KPIs) help to facilitate these requirements and drive higher inventory optimization outcomes as a result for manufacturers, distributors and other supply chain-centric businesses. These types of metrics are Sales KPIs, Receiving KPIs and Operational KPIs. The Basics of Inventory Management KPIs.

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