BlueYonder

MAY 30, 2024

Previously, logistics was invisible to sales as long as dealers had sufficient inventory. This necessitates manual rescheduling and expedited procurement of parts. This will aid in reducing buffer stock, in-transit inventory, and improving customer service levels.

Conference 121

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 27, 2025

Leadership must make a habit of using intelligent insights to optimize everything from procurement and modeling to billing and more. Discover how our latest product update advances this mission with enhancements in AI and ML capabilities, warehouse and logistics operations, planning, and inventory management.

Warehousing 52

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BlueYonder

MARCH 13, 2025

Legacy IT systems, which were not designed for real-time data sharing, force production, procurement and logistics to run on separate, disconnected systems. These shared metrics translate into optimized inventory management and improved responsiveness to market demands, moving beyond mere collaboration into true cooperative action.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 52

BlueYonder

MARCH 20, 2025

In response, the automotive industry is pivoting away from its traditional push-based or make-to-stock (MTS) approach characterized by a flood the zone production model, where dealers maintain 60 to 80 days of inventory. Instead, theyre moving to a hybrid push- and pull-based, configure-to-order (CTO) model with lower inventories.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Demand Planning Software Automotive 52

BlueYonder

MARCH 4, 2024

Now, it’s more about anticipation — aka predictively aligning inventory with accurate demand forecasts. Building Trust With Customers A successful transition to end-to-end retail involves phased roll-outs of microservices, such as inventory, commits, order services, and order fulfillment.

Retail 98

Retail Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Real-time Visibility 98

BlueYonder

JUNE 16, 2022

As many countries around the world enforce economic sanctions against Russia, global logistics networks are struggling to isolate Russian products while still ensuring inventory availability. But, as the conflict approaches the four-month mark, the impacts are spreading and intensifying.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing 52

BlueYonder

MAY 29, 2025

If they forecast too high, automakers end up with incredibly expensive, heavy component inventories on hand that require special handling and storage. Worse, that inventory is aging quickly, as battery innovation picks up speed. Raw material supply forecasts, production capacities and supplier availability are the main constraints.

Modeling 52

Modeling Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Manufacturing Procurement 52

BlueYonder

JUNE 4, 2013

And within organizations, products and/or information flow from planning to procurement to receiving to manufacturing to distribution to logistics. Unfortunately, supporting systems have been built in silos as well – planning systems, procurement systems, manufacturing systems, distribution systems and transportation systems, for example.

Supply Chain Planning Software 95

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning 95

BlueYonder

JANUARY 14, 2020

Are those responsible for deciding how much cargo to carry next week, next month, next year (inventory planning, distribution planning) communicating directly with network designers and factory planners to understand where the inventory is coming from and what the constraints will be? Reduce network inventory by 15%-40%.

Supply Chain Planning Software 92

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Network Design Software 92

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In order for logistics, procurement and distribution to align with the general advancements of the industry itself, these critical areas must give in to a more comprehensive transformation. The automotive industry has shown itself to be brave in recent times, in all areas but one: the supply chain.

Automotive 110

Automotive Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 110

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

The data used to drive statistical safety stock calculations should also be scrubbed to ensure that the wild swings in forecast accuracy, vendor reliability, and lead time variability don’t lead to unsustainable inventory levels in an attempt to meet customer service goals. Realign Inventory Strategies. Modify Inventory Strategies.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 21, 2021

This blog is based on an article that recently ran in the Journal of Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Procurement, “ Supply chain agility: An imperative in an unpredictable world.”. In part 1 of the Agility and Resilience in Supply Chain Execution series , we discussed the secret of achieving these very important aspects.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Execution Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 98

BlueYonder

MARCH 11, 2024

Successful end-to-end retail integration hinges on leveling up inventory, ordering, commits, and omni-channel fulfillment with artificial intelligence (AI)-infused capabilities that effectively unlock “real-time supply chain” responsiveness to demand patterns. The one common thread here has, of course, been automation. And not just any kind.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 4, 2022

But Luminate Risk Manager, a robust solution delivered via a cloud model, is engineered to collect unstructured insights from across the complex supply network such as fires affecting suppliers, major weather events, and blocked shipping channels that could potentially impact inventory, in-transit raw material, and production.

Optimal Sourcing 98

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Impact: This is resulting in procurement teams scrambling to find new supply sources, while engineers are looking for substitutions alternatives, and other company leaders are figuring out how to bring more in-house for a vertical integrated approach. Investments in Transportation solutions is imperative. Foreign trade policies are weakening.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

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BlueYonder

MAY 13, 2021

Third is the visibility and annalistic: Full real-time inventory visibilityfor warehousing and shipment tracking including 3PLs and usage of advanced analytics to enhance distribution orchestration. Kishore: It is very important to get cross-functional alignment, as transportation touches customer service, manufacturing, and procurement.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 93

Logistics Network Optimization Software Distribution Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software 93

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Precision Planning – Demand Forecasting and Real-Time Inventory Efficiency often begins with meticulous planning. Aligning the grocery retail ecosystem around real-time inventory marks the initial stride. Building on real-time inventory capabilities, this phase delves into dynamic pricing and promotions.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 52

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

its inventory management and where and how well it deploys inventory to optimize customer service levels and profitability. its transportation management and how well it continually procures, plans, executes and monitors freight. Inventory management. Let’s take a closer look at each of these key areas.

Supply Chain Design 40

Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Optimization 40

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Micron has transformed its processes and relationships with customers and suppliers and used Blue Yonder’s Supply Planning and Inventory Optimization solutions to make its supply chain a competitive advantage.

Supply Chain Design Software 103

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 17, 2020

Are those responsible for deciding how much cargo to carry next week, next month, next year (inventory planning, distribution planning) communicating directly with network designers and factory planners to understand where the inventory is coming from and what the constraints will be? Reduce network inventory by 15%-40%.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Network Design Software 52

BlueYonder

AUGUST 28, 2017

We have discussed a variety of implications to the supply chain required to provide scale and service, while effectively managing inventory and value add processes. Effective management of inventory procurement and replenishment, especially in smaller footprints, will increasingly influence the consumer experience.

Optimal Sourcing 65

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 65

BlueYonder

JANUARY 17, 2020

Are those responsible for deciding how much cargo to carry next week, next month, next year (inventory planning, distribution planning) communicating directly with network designers and factory planners to understand where the inventory is coming from and what the constraints will be? Reduce network inventory by 15%-40%.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Network Design Software 52

BlueYonder

MARCH 30, 2021

Experiences will be reshaped yet again as companies quickly find alternatives to deal with the impacts by expediting and/or rerouting shipments, inventory transfers, etc. They will look to local suppliers to reduce this reliance even at the cost of potentially procuring more expensive products.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 52

BlueYonder

AUGUST 8, 2022

At ICON, Rogelio Antillon, Associate Manager of Global Procurement – Transportation, detailed its massive transportation network, which includes over 60 lane owners, 9,000 lanes and 1.2 Rogelio discussed how in response, PepsiCo is using an advanced TMS and digitalization to support a more nimble procurement strategy [ watch the video here ].

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Vendor Strategies Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 52

BlueYonder

MAY 14, 2021

A good logistics procurement solution can help customers navigate through these challenges by balancing contracted capacity versus SPOT/digital freight brokerage. Historically, inventory was always to blame for higher holding costs and led to companies wanting to run a lean supply chain.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Breaking Down Silos Between Procurement, Planning and Logistics – Siloed supply chains can result in latency, lack of responsiveness, expediting, excess inventory, and dramatic inefficiencies, which are exacerbated today by rising customer expectations and increased volatility. This has a substantial impact on their EBITDA margins.

Automotive 52

Automotive Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings 52

BlueYonder

APRIL 25, 2022

Resilience used to mean building up inventories. From high-level control towers that sense exceptions to dynamic freight procurement platforms that minimize costs, purpose-built digital solutions help 4PLs manage logistics for customers better, faster and more profitably. “A

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Negotiate Pricing Supply Chain Design Software Negotiating Skills 52

BlueYonder

MARCH 24, 2015

Soon these algorithms found their way from production scheduling into transport planning, inventory and spare parts management and all other areas of the supply chain. It meant less inventory and less work for planners to hold up the service across the supply chain network. Intelligent decision-support had become a reality.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Sourcing Strategies 40

BlueYonder

MAY 10, 2019

Sprint was using spreadsheets and databases to forecast and plan its network inventory purchases. With this strong foundation, Sprint can move from a monthly Network Inventory & Operational Planning process to a bi-weekly or weekly process if desired. Part of JDA’s formula for customer success is to work with world-class partners.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 40

BlueYonder

MARCH 31, 2015

Sreedevi Gannae and Vishal Agarwal from Cognizant provided insight on how predictive analytics is transforming procurement through the five pillars, namely: price forecasting, cost modeling, spend and contract optimization, risk modeling and behavioral analytics.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing SCM Negotiating Skills Modeling 40

BlueYonder

AUGUST 28, 2017

We have discussed a variety of implications to the supply chain required to provide scale and service, while effectively managing inventory and value add processes. Effective management of inventory procurement and replenishment, especially in smaller footprints, will increasingly influence the consumer experience.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 40

BlueYonder

MARCH 6, 2020

“where is my inventory,” and leverage ML-based recommendations to find alternate sources of supply and integrated execution capabilities to turn recommendations into alternate supply shipments.

Real-time Visibility 98

Real-time Visibility Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 98

BlueYonder

MARCH 18, 2022

Equipped with scalable modeling capabilities powered by digital twins, every organization can now sense issues, collaborate on scenarios in digital situation rooms, and enact an orchestrated, synchronized response across the entire value chain, from procurement to transportation and fulfillment. The Only Numbers That Matter: Your Metrics.

Modeling 52

Modeling Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand 52

BlueYonder

JANUARY 3, 2023

This could be activating alternative sources, increasing inventory for contingency, or finding extra labor,” he notes. “On an operational level, we look at what we would do in each scenario, like the [Russia-Ukraine] conflict, the situation with lockdowns in China – we review the risks every week constantly and develop action plans.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 98

BlueYonder

MARCH 18, 2022

Equipped with scalable modeling capabilities powered by digital twins, every organization can now sense issues, collaborate on scenarios in digital situation rooms, and enact an orchestrated, synchronized response across the entire value chain, from procurement to transportation and fulfillment. The Only Numbers That Matter: Your Metrics.

Modeling 40

Modeling Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand 40

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

As transportation management solutions automate the processes of procuring carriers, planning truckloads and determining optimal routes, the result is a huge productivity boost.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 52

BlueYonder

MAY 22, 2020

As far as space is concerned, only 3PLs with large networks can afford to redeploy inventory to other locations that is then compounded with potentially higher transport costs. Other players are being forced to lease or purchase additional warehouse space to fulfill surge demand.

Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 98