GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. There were approximately 220 blog posts in 2017, and over 360,000 page views on those posts alone. Share This: Read More.

Supply Chain Software 151

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

The Industrial Revolution helped change and bring prosperity into the world of manufacturing. As time passed, procurement gradually gained a larger role in the scope of manufacturing and order fulfillment. Why Is Technology Driving Procurement Trends and the Role of Procurement?

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions 120

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, organizations across industries are realizing the immense value of effective procurement practices. Procurement professionals play a vital role in driving operational efficiency, cost savings, and strategic decision-making. But how do you get started? Do not worry!

Purchasing Training 83

Purchasing Training Negotiating Skills Buyer Training Manufacturing Procurement 83

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 10, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog continues with our annual listing of our most read blog commentaries that were published and of keen interest to our readers during the year 2021. For these reasons, we elected to expand our profile from ten to the top twenty-five blogs of most interest in the prior year. Number Fifteen.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement 52

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Automation is at the center of modern manufacturing businesses, with companies exploring the possibilities of artificial intelligence in improving workflows and profitability. Industrial engineers incorporate these technologies in designing and fabricating advanced manufacturing systems. How AI Is Changing the Manufacturing Industry.

Manufacturing Procurement 156

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 22, 2022

In today’s business climate, many companies are grappling with the decision of whether to manufacture their products locally or overseas. With the global pandemic changing so much in the world, that discussion around global and local manufacturing has become even more complex. Where are your suppliers? Count the cost.

Manufacturing Procurement 107

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Global Modeling 107

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 5, 2024

Global Manufacturing Output Levels Strengthen Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® ended March on an optimistic footing. Of further significance was the March report indication that the rate of growth in global manufacturing output has accelerated to a 21-month high.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 11, 2021

There is a belief that manufacturing is a mechanical process with not much thinking involved. While this is wrong for manufacturing in general it is especially wrong for process manufacturers – companies that produce food and beverages, paints, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. What is process manufacturing?

Manufacturing Procurement 119

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills 119

Locus

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In the pulsating heart of rapidly developing economies like India, the manufacturing sector isn’t just growing—it’s exploding. On-time delivery in manufacturing isn’t just a logistical necessity—it’s the gold standard for customer satisfaction.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Price Reduction Material Savings 52

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 3, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides commentary relative to July’s global manufacturing PMI indices relative to data indicating declining momentum, and some contraction among specific global regions. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® report, a composite index produced by J.P. Global Wide Production Activity. The July 2022 J.P.

Manufacturing Procurement 99

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Precoro

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In order to run a successful business, you need a dedicated procurement team to obtain these essential goods and services, ensure timely delivery, and nurture good relationships with your vendors. Paying for offices, utilities, technology subscriptions, and cleaning services is also part of the procurement team's responsibility.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 52

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 20, 2022

As developments regarding industry supply chain disruptions continue unabated, businesses now increasingly face the sting of higher supply chain and transportation driven costs impacting the bottom line. Further, sustainability and transportation efficiency are intrinsically linked for long-term business continuity.

Sourcing Strategies 97

Sourcing Strategies Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

I am currently working on a couple of case studies for this blog on how business leaders used digital twin modeling during the pandemic. Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. Initially, the output was published to procurement to design strategic buying strategies. Over time, this changed.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics 267

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Our featured guest is Graham Scott, Vice President of Global Procurement for global based manufacturing services provider Jabil. He has amassed over 25 years of experience and insights in the EMS industry and in global manufacturing trends and capabilities. He has lived and held leadership roles in Europe , Asia and the U.S.

Manufacturing Procurement 109

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Network Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Strategy 109

QAD

DECEMBER 3, 2019

There is a developing trend that has been gaining steam in recent years that has the potential to seriously impact and “disrupt” food and beverage manufacturing. Smaller manufacturers are popping up all over the United States, as well as in other countries, to process and produce locally grown food products.

Manufacturing Procurement 117

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QAD

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Product packaging, especially in the consumer products universe is more than simply the vessel to hold the product and to protect it during transport. For many well-known products, the manufacturing has the packaging shapes, sizes and colors copyrighted so no other product can look like theirs. It influences sales. It still is.

Packaging 96

Packaging Supply Chain Transformation Manufacturing Procurement Sustainability 96

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. Also, it bridged the divide between manufacturing operations and service (logistics) operations, explains Springer Link. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 120

Resilinc

MARCH 26, 2024

Welcome to part three of our AI in Supply Chain blog series. In this blog, we explore the different types of predictive AI models for supply chain risk management. In our second AI blog of the series, Predictive AI vs. Generative Supply Chain AI , we looked at the difference between predictive AI and generative AI.

Modeling 114

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Blog post provided by [link]. Argentus is a boutique recruitment firm focused on Supply Chain and Procurement. Check out What Exactly Is Procurement? As we’ve chronicled on the Argentus Blog, it’s no secret that the world of Procurement is changing and fast. Procurement, you’ve come a long way, baby!

Procurement Analytics 54

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Supply Chain Matters provides our commentary and perspectives on published monthly global manufacturing PMI and supply chain activity indices. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® report, a composite index produced by J.P. The August S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI™ again fell to a two-year low of 51.5, The August 2022 J.P.

Manufacturing Procurement 59

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

In essence, a structured supply chain department as described in the blog can help you deliver the right supply chain strategy and goals which helps cost reduction, improve customer service, on-time delivery, and better working capital. Watch What is Marketing Procurement? on our SCMDOJO YouTube Channel!

Optimal Sourcing 79

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Material Savings 79

Resilinc

APRIL 17, 2024

While it may seem smart to simplify procurement and lower costs, single sourcing can actually expose businesses to risks that can jeopardize their operations and bottom line. In this blog, we investigate the intricacies of single sourcing in supply chain management and shed light on the hidden dangers.

Sourcing Strategies 78

Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Negotiate Pricing 78

CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

How many more truck drivers are needed to balance demand for truck transportation with the supply of capacity? My answer to this question for shippers procuring long-distance (outside of a given metropolitan area) dry van transportation, for both truckload and less than truckload (LTL), is that approximately 25,000 truck drivers are needed.

Michigan 82

Michigan Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software 82

EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Demystifying Transportation Sourcing. 9/2/2021 – Guest Blog Post from Kumar Kannan of Procural. If you are like me, transportation sourcing is a mind boggling and complex field. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

They further provide the baseline of our research, advisory services and subsequent Supply Chain Matters blog market education themes and added updates during the coming year. Bob Ferrari Founder and Managing Director © Copyright 2024, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog. All rights reserved.

Predictive Analytics Software 52

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Background Global wide transportation and logistics costs increased at unprecedented rates during 2021 and 2022. Our specific prediction was that manufacturers and retailers will exercise considerable pressure on carriers for re-negotiating existing transportation and logistics contracts. All rights reserved.

Negotiating Skills 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

We are making slow progress on transportation visibility, but not supplier visibility. The problem with supplier visibility is bookended into procurement processes that have gone back, not forward over the last decade. Until then, join us for our monthly networking calls, books/reports , podcasts, and blog posts. Close this gap.

Supply Chain Planning Software 309

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 3, 2024

Major Earthquake Senior business, procurement, information technology or supply chain executives with the responsibility for the assessment and mitigation of business related risks can often contemplate various impactful risk events. Reportedly, United Microelectronics Corp , Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.

Taiwan 59

Taiwan Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Material Savings 59

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 7, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights additional developments, evidence and added signs that reinforce that there will be no peak holiday focused surge in transportation and logistics in the latter half of 2023. In the past we would expect to see transportation and warehousing ramping up hiring in late summer ahead of peak season. ”

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Logistics Warehousing 52

EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Demystifying Transportation Sourcing. 9/2/2021 – Guest Blog Post from Kumar Kannan of Procural. If you are like me, transportation sourcing is a mind boggling and complex field. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Sourcing 52

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 21, 2023

While transport providers including FedEx , the U.S. Manufacturers and wholesalers are likely prioritizing material needs to avoid added disruptions as best they can. transportation and logistics interests. © Copyright 2023, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog.

Negotiating Skills 52

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GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

This is especially true when outsourcing transportation management, as transportation can include a large part of your overall supply chain and business costs. Consider the many shippers who have outsourced transportation management and other logistics functions to third-party logistics (3PL) providers the past few years.

Transportation Management 120

Transportation Management Transportation Report Demand Planning Software 120

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is by our great friend, Chuck Intrieri where he gives us a fantastic example of how Procurement and Suppliers can enhance Supplier Relations by navigating the "Battle of the Forms.". The Seller went forward and manufactured and shipped the two piping units, accompanied by an invoice.

Negotiate Pricing 120

Negotiate Pricing Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills 120

Shipchain

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Determining the total cost of transportation is essential to understanding your company’s profitability. Understanding the total cost of transportation means understanding the costs and factors affecting spend in each leg of the supply chain. When it comes down to it, accounting for the total cost of transportation is pretty complex.

Cost Reduction Strategies 90

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Purchasing Skills Transportation 90

OptiProERP

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Electronics manufacturers have many revenue opportunities, but also many challenges to overcome to be competitive. Electronics manufacturers must adapt to many emerging trends. Let’s review the most common challenges facing electronics manufacturers and how ERP provides technology to manage them. Intricate Supply Chain.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Electronics Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , provided a banner headline of global manufacturing output showing signs of stabilizing at the conclusion of Q1. That stated, the reported 49.6

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Global Purchasing Skills 52

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 10, 2024

The commentary provided added perspective regarding the Covid related population restrictions in late 2023 that led to meaningful production disruptions occurring with Apple’s largest contract manufacturing facility producing the latest generation of iPhones. and an expanding ban on the use of foreign technology in the workplace.”

India 59

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