BlueYonder

JANUARY 16, 2025

First, they might discourage shoppers from making a purchase, since over two-thirds of consumers say theyre deterred by strict return policies. Advanced digital solutions can gather this data including individual customers history, purchasing behaviors and returns frequency to deliver a personalized returns experience based on that data.

Cost Reduction Strategies 77

Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Price Mitigation Strategies 77

BlueYonder

MARCH 20, 2025

They want accurate, on-demand availability information at the time of purchase and real-time tracking throughout the delivery process. From online car purchases and subscription models to direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales by manufacturers, the automotive industry is experiencing a similar revolution driven by evolving consumer expectations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Demand Planning Software Automotive 52

BlueYonder

JANUARY 15, 2025

From offering proactive sizing recommendations to using virtual-reality fitting rooms, many retailers are also helping shoppers choose the right apparel size during the purchasing process. One of the main benefits of digitizing the returns management process via Blue Yonder software is speed. Another is profitability.

Retail 52

Retail Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 52

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Blue Yonder was named a Leader in this inaugural report and the leader in the Better Functionality quadrant based on an evaluation of our Blue Yonder Warehouse Management solution. Blue Yonder’s WMS , a SaaS solution, empowers businesses to deliver consistently high service at a value-driven cost. In Charles A.

Supply Chain Planning Software 126

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Analytics Software 126

BlueYonder

AUGUST 25, 2017

Part 1 of this blog series highlighted the comparison of best-of-breed (BoB) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions, and when BoB is the best choice for supply chains. In this part of the series you’ll learn more about where to run your BoB software solution. You’ve Finally Selected Your BoB Software Solution.

Procurement Solutions 68

Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Network Software 68

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Selecting a Warehouse Management System (WMS) solution that delivers comprehensive, end-to-end capabilities from receipt to shipment with intelligent orchestration of human and robot resources, and a focus on engaging warehouse staff and driving continuous improvement can be complex. End-to-End Solutions are Critical. Learn More.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 98

BlueYonder

MARCH 24, 2022

The result is that companies are now taking measures to become more resilient in the future, such as more nearshoring, increased inventory levels and investments in digital solutions for better visibility in the supply chain. All of this is to ensure the company’s ability to deliver, and ultimately, its survival.

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Sustainability Agile and Lean Supply Chain 115

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The report is aimed at “provide[ing] an entry point in a company’s due diligence in looking for the application or suite of solutions that best suit their specific needs as they move toward this goal.” The IDC MarketScape report on Order Orchestration and Fulfillment evaluates 14 software vendors in this area.

Optimal Sourcing 122

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software 122

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

What you need are composable, augmentative, SaaS-native order management (OMS) tools that fully integrate with your existing systems, yet deliver much deeper, more flexible inventory processing and order management capabilities with minimal disruption during implementation. The result?

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 115

BlueYonder

AUGUST 20, 2024

Forbes data shows that 73% of consumers want seamless shopping between channels – which includes the freedom to research products online, compare prices, and even make purchases before heading to a physical store to try on or pick up their items. Delivering an omni-channel experience requires a high degree of integration between each channel.

Sourcing Strategies 113

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 113

BlueYonder

JANUARY 17, 2025

We heard about Saks deploying new LLM chatbot technology to act as a virtual sales assistant, and SharkNinjas CIO Velia Carboni said that while she acknowledged the huge productivity gains that AI solutions can offer in terms of doing our jobs more easily and focusing on value add, the more exciting part is the value added in CX.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Network Design Software Forecasting Software 52

BlueYonder

JUNE 12, 2025

Finally, shoppers may make impulse purchases less frequently, use more coupons and purchase in bulk more often in their search for great value. Discover how organic supermarket chain Alnatura grew revenues, reduced out-of-stocks and overstocks with Blue Yonder’s intelligent planning solutions for grocery retail.

Price Reduction 71

Price Reduction Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 71

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Meeting these requirements isn’t possible without rich data, and data isn’t useful without a robust data infrastructure, as well as the tools to use it. These are just a few examples of the kind of dynamic, innovative solutions we’re working on as we identify and address the real-world needs of our mutual customers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 118

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 14, 2013

While many blogs, articles and websites talk frequently about the changing, evolving and ever-connected consumer, little focus seems to be paid to the practitioners (or end users) of the supply & demand chain software that drive the satisfaction of those end consumers. I feel the need, the need for speed.”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 63

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Forecasting Software Modeling Software 63

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The solution: Simply, hyper-local personalization is now a must. Preference-driven assortment, through the filter of connected, AI-driven tools, can leverage customer data for personalized experiences and engagement. The solution: Online hasn’t quite taken over the world in the way that some predicted. The solution.

Supply Chain Transformation 103

Supply Chain Transformation Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 103

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 9, 2021

If the start of global COVID-19 pandemic accelerated e-commerce growth with millions of consumers purchasing products online, pandemic fatigue is now driving many consumers, at least in the U.S., This is where solutions from Blue Yonder can make a world of difference. back to in-person shopping. It’s not about one or the other.

Retail 113

Retail Real-time Visibility Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics 113

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. There is not yet a strong enough synchronization between planning and execution, with dedicated digital solutions as the middle filter connecting the two.

Automotive 110

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

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 13, 2022

It can be a costly exercise but is worth the outlay considering these channels will be the persuader of upfront investments and ultimate purchases. Beyond the purpose and people to enact strategy, there are certain tools required to manage a B2C channel as well. Step 5: Measuring Success. They’ll tell you with their clicks.

Sourcing Strategies 98

Sourcing Strategies Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 98

BlueYonder

AUGUST 8, 2024

Emotional Investment When a shopper returns something, they already have some skin in the game – they’ve purchased an item and committed to your brand, but for some reason are unhappy with their purchase and want a resolution. Let’s begin the conversation. Unsurprisingly, the experience also has a massive effect on customer loyalty.

How To 110

How To Supply Chain Design Software Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills 110

BlueYonder

MARCH 24, 2025

In the past, each stage in the supply chain purchased solutions that worked for their specific needs. To learn more about how you can revolutionize your supply chain with end-to-end systems that provide intelligent, agile solutions, read about our Composable Journey offering.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Focus on warehouse automation has come full circle since the last big automation movement of the ‘90s, but today with a significantly better set of tools and technological improvements enabling more robust digital transformation and warehouse automation. Investments in Transportation solutions is imperative.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Analytics Software 75

BlueYonder

AUGUST 25, 2017

Part 1 of this blog series highlighted the comparison of best-of-breed (BoB) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions, and when BoB is the best choice for supply chains. In this part of the series you’ll learn more about where to run your BoB software solution. You’ve Finally Selected Your BoB Software Solution.

Procurement Solutions 40

Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Network Software 40

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

When it comes to merchandise operations management solutions, IDC research and market analysis indicates retailers need solutions that: help them serve customers better, are purpose built for the analytical and experiential requirements of today’s retail environment, future-proof their organizations, and have a high degree of automation.

Procurement Solutions 52

Procurement Solutions Vendor Strategies Procurement Analytics Inventory Reduction 52

BlueYonder

APRIL 4, 2023

In the current offering category, Blue Yonder received the highest scores possible in the criteria of enterprise inventory management, pre- and post-purchase experience, order orchestration rules, fulfillment automation, and scalability. It also provides strong pre- and post-purchase customer experience and order orchestration rules.

Procurement Analytics 98

Procurement Analytics Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 98

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solution Marketing team explores innovative solutions to guard against supply chain disruptions. They are focused on improving their KPIs including: Reducing Customer Acquisition Cost : Cost of convincing a potential customer to purchase your product/service.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Disruption Logistics Network Optimization Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 1, 2022

With Blue Yonder’s Luminate Lifecycle Pricing solution, retailers can still be strategic about how much they markdown products. The solution provides retailers with insights into the factors that are influencing consumer behavior, such an inflation, so they can make optimal pricing decisions based on the price elasticity of an item.

Survey 93

Survey Purchasing Skills Supply and Demand Price Reduction 93

BlueYonder

JULY 22, 2024

On its own, introducing returns charges (or otherwise tightening returns policies) is a temporary solution that addresses the symptoms of high returns costs without fixing the root cause. To find out more about intelligent returns solutions, talk to our team today. There is plenty of financial upside to introducing fees for retailers.

Purchasing Skills 117

Purchasing Skills Policies Retail Cost Reduction Strategies 117

BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2024

As cars become more connected, autonomous, electric and configured to order, automotive manufacturers are increasingly becoming software companies. Software companies operate much differently than traditional manufacturers. Present-day consumers are increasingly seeking a B2C experience akin to Amazon.

Automotive 115

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software 115

BlueYonder

JUNE 1, 2020

These advanced tools can detect obscure business patterns from hundreds of variables; including the weather, payday effects, social media, and events, to predict sales at the most granular levels. Each of these tools provides retailers with the ability to identify anomalies and normalize their flow.

Price Reduction 94

Price Reduction Forecasting Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction 94

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Research by McKinsey shows that B2B buyers are typically using an average of 10 channels to conclude a purchase, and 70% of them are prepared to spend as much as $500,000 in a single online purchase. But, with the right solution, designing and executing a range of value-added services is not as difficult to achieve as one might think.

Manufacturing Procurement 112

Manufacturing Procurement Distribution Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 112

BlueYonder

AUGUST 21, 2023

Consumer Spending Behavior May Change Many retail shoppers research a store’s return policy before they purchase an item, and the policy may directly impact spending behavior. Stricter return policies have deterred 59% of respondents from making a purchase. Why Are Returns So Important To Retail Consumers?

Policies 96

Policies Forecasting Procurement Solutions Forecasting Software 96

BlueYonder

JULY 29, 2024

One of the key components to an effective returns solution is through speedy refunds. Effective Returns Orchestration Lays the Groundwork To offer customers faster refunds, retailers need a returns solution that enables them to know exactly what returns are coming in and allows for quick and efficient processing.

Cost Reduction Strategies 105

Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 105

BlueYonder

JULY 26, 2022

But these tools and methodologies can only hit their mark if inventory is already close to where demand truly is. Getting inventory in the right place from minute one is cheaper, more sustainable, and allows for the “right now” purchases that customers are increasingly seeking. In the U.S., Get the first mile right.

Modeling 92

Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Optimization Modeling 92

BlueYonder

MARCH 29, 2022

And if there is one thing we know for sure, companies selling and even renting hardline goods are looking for supply chain technology solutions that not only help them deliver customer-centric experiences but also help them streamline operations to improve the bottom line. They wanted to deliver an omni-channel experience to customers.

Retail 93

Retail Optimal Sourcing Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Software 93

BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. In this Part 2 blog post, we will continue to explore how automotive manufacturers are carrying out effective supply chain initiatives and their innovative solutions.

Automotive 113

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 113

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Self-service solutions offer carriers great opportunities to expand out-of-home (OOH) delivery networks, provide automated journeys, and deliver a great customer experience while reducing staff dependency in pick-up and drop-off (PUDO) locations. Divert from existing solutions We are creatures of habit.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 115

Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization 115

BlueYonder

JULY 6, 2023

The wanted to leverage stores to help fulfill orders but weren’t sure how to balance the inventory needed to satisfy in-store, omni-channel, and ship-from-store customer purchases. By having better predictions of where to place inventory ahead of customer purchases, regardless of the channel, leads to improved cost savings.

Forecasting 97

Forecasting Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand 97