GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2018

(Eagan, MN) – North American third-party logistics (3PL) company, Cerasis, in partnership with Pierbridge , a leading transportation management software development company, announces the addition of multi-parcel carrier shipping management to the Cerasis Rater, a web-based transportation management system (TMS).

Analytics Software 121

Analytics Software Demand Planning Software Transportation Management Logistics Network Optimization Software 121

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2016

For shippers, culture and behavior have to change to apply Lean Transportation thinking. The “Them (company leadership) versus Us (shop floor associates)” mentality also needs to change for Lean Transportation to " WE. The 8 Rights To Achieve Lean Transportation Practices. Transportation takes time.

Waste Reduction 120

Waste Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain Cost Reduction Strategies Lean 120

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

In addition to adopting environmental best practices and implementing ethical sourcing initiatives, the shorter supply chains resulting from reconfiguring the global flows of goods will reduce the environmental impact of international freight transport networks, whilst also reducing fuel costs and shortening lead times.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain 130

Unleashed

APRIL 4, 2024

a) Transport, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects. b) Transport, Inventory, Overordering, Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing, Defects. c) Transport, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overstocking, Overprocessing, Defects. What are the 7 types of waste in Lean Manufacturing? Christensen.

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 52

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

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Now more so than ever, corporations understand the tremendous impact logistics and transportation can have on their overall business performance and are taking meaningful strides to optimize their supply chain operations. 3PLs continue to enhance their ability to drive innovation and deliver “long run” value for their customers.

Transportation Management 100

Transportation Management Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies 100

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

It serves as the compass guiding shippers toward efficient, economical, and dependable cargo transport. By crafting a well-defined strategy, businesses can mitigate transportation costs, mitigate supply chain disruptions, and uphold customer satisfaction. At the heart of it all, an effective procurement strategy remains paramount.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Freight 130

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2015

This is in part due to the fact that as a third party logistics company, focused on efficient and strategic transportation management solutions through technology and services, it is vital for us to educate our shipper customers and our team in order to continually improve and always provide value. .

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Third Party Logistics 120

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Lean speaks of the seven wastes: overproduction, unnecessary transportation, inventory, motion, defects, over processing, and waiting. Lean initially became a popular continuous improvement methodology because of Toyota’s emergence as a leader in the automotive industry. The book was published in 1991.

Manufacturing Procurement 161

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Manufacturing 161

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

To build more powerful relationships, extending across a critical mass of trading partners, companies need to utilize a robust platform like a supply chain operating network, which leads to increased visibility for continuous improvements in company performance, agility, and differentiation.

Real-time Visibility 100

Real-time Visibility Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction 100

Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 21, 2020

FSA’s Nick Fortuna writes the first article titled, “ Transportation Management Systems at Work – Technology Platforms: Driving Cost Savings and Efficiencies for Shippers ”. This article makes the case for a food shipper to replace manual transportation management processes with TMS automation. appeared first on UltraShipTMS.

Supply Chain Planning Software 114

Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Food Predictive Analytics Software 114

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Today, we kick off our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. Infographic] 6 Recent Trends in Manufacturing Technology to Increase Agile Responsiveness, Continuous Improvement & Customization.

Manufacturing 160

Manufacturing Cost Reduction Strategies Agile and Lean Supply Chain Demand Planning Software 160

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

When it comes to the logistics industry, whether it's transportation management contracts or warehouse contracts, there are a million moving parts, and as many questions. And our client engages with 3PL by open book cost plus contracts and gain share and pain share incentive. Who doesn't love a good contract? Of course.everyone.right?

Modeling 194

Modeling Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Scenario Planning 194

GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2016

We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. e-Book] The Future Of Supply Chain, Logistics & Manufacturing: How Technology Is Transforming Industries. Get The Full List Here. Read The Full List Here.

Supply Chain Software 136

Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain 136

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 16, 2015

You have to work together in the spirit of cooperation and harmony to obtain the best results with your partnerships, be it with a logistics provider, supplier, transportation or warehousing partner. The heart of the book is a theory called Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation (FIRO) and is based on unmet emotional needs.

Negotiating Skills 120

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Buyer Training Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

TMC

MAY 8, 2020

Then you’ll be able to leverage your transportation management system (TMS) to execute, automate, and optimize those processes, as well as gain visibility to business intelligence to drive continuous improvement. Managing freight transportation with the help of a TMS is becoming a competitive necessity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Case Study Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 62

Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2016

Author’s Note: The following is the forward I wrote for a new textbook published by MercuryGate (a Talking Logistics sponsor) on “ Modern Technology for Transportation Optimization ,” which is available for purchase on Amazon.com. Our transportation operations are simple and straightforward.” Simply put, you don’t need a Ph.D.

Optimal Sourcing 101

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Modeling Supply Chain Optimization 101

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 21, 2016

For most companies, greater economy of scale is possible through the global management of procurement and transportation and local management of sales, manufacturing and customer service. I shared the recent research on how an effective S&OP process improves Market Price to Tangible Book Value. Be Clear on Definitions.

S&OP 150

S&OP Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Price Reduction 150

TMC

MAY 8, 2019

Then you’ll be able to leverage your transportation management system (TMS) to execute, automate, and optimize those processes, as well as gain visibility to business intelligence to drive continuous improvement. Managing freight transportation with the help of a TMS is becoming a competitive necessity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Case Study Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 62

NC State SCRC

MARCH 25, 2021

Likewise, the focus became on reducing transportation costs – which led to container ships getting bigger and bigger over time. Our upcoming book, FLOW, will also harp on many of these same themes) Many executives are now thinking more about proximity and velocity as key competitive dimensions.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Cargo Waste Reduction Material Savings 52

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 21, 2014

<In fact, so much so that I wrote a book about it.> > Unfortunately, companies have invested money in traditional forecasting processes believing that if they make the forecast better that corporate performance will improve. ” (For more on this topic check out the book, The Business Forecasting Deal. ).

Supply and Demand 323

Supply and Demand Modeling Demand Planning Software Forecasting 323

Freightera

JUNE 29, 2017

Transport News INTL has just selected Freightera as “Best Online Freight Marketplace – North America” in their Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017! Freightera creates partnerships and systems and promotes new technologies that allow business to find the best price and lowest emission transportation options.

Freight 0

Freight North America Supply Chain Design Software Transportation 0

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2016

As shown in Figure 2, buyers and suppliers push continuous improvement, and Kaizen events, in supplier development programs over B2B programs. Insights on leadership, continuous improvement and talent development for emerging markets. The relationships are buy/sell. Building Supply Chain Talent and Leadership.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Network Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply and Demand Modeling 150

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 3, 2016

I find most companies are good at pockets of planning–demand planning, supply planning, transportation planning, material planning or plant scheduling, but the flows are not connected. Few implementations of planning connect to procurement and transportation. This requires continue education. We hope to see you there!

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 15, 2015

Are you looking for lean books that help you create sustainable change? In this article, we will show you 10 best lean books every lean enterprise should read. Therefore, the aim of this article is to provide the list of best lean books for our readers. Womack, Daniel T. Jones and Daniel Roos.

Lean 100

Lean Manufacturing Procurement Massachusetts Sourcing Strategies 100

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Our goal is to build a guiding coalition to think differently to improve outcomes. Today only 12% of supply chain teams are driving improvement, performing better than their competitors and driving value (as determined by Price to Tangible Book Value). It cannot be about incremental improvement. What does it take?

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 195

GlobalTranz

JULY 5, 2016

e-Book] The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, & Freight Metrics & KPIs. Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement. Businesses are often left with questions about the origination of such data.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 132

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 132

TMC

MAY 8, 2019

Then you’ll be able to leverage your transportation management system (TMS) to execute, automate, and optimize those processes, as well as gain visibility to business intelligence to drive continuous improvement. Managing freight transportation with the help of a TMS is becoming a competitive necessity.

Case Study 48

Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 48

Locus

APRIL 27, 2023

Advanced analytics: Locus’ data analytics tool converts post-execution data into actionable insights, displayed on dashboards, for continuous improvement of future deliveries. Customers also receive automated notifications at each stage of the fulfillment journey.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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

Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

Second, we just released our second Talking Logistics YOUniversity course, Building a Strong Transportation Management Foundation. As I discussed in a May 2013 Talking Logistics episode, Revisiting Transportation Forecasting , there are many benefits to transportation forecasting, but also some “change management” hurdles to overcome.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Supply Chain Network Software 0

Talking Logistics

JULY 27, 2015

Supply chain management spans many functions and processes, including demand planning, sourcing, merchandising, supplier relationship management, inventory management, inbound and outbound transportation, distribution management, and store operations. Below is an excerpt from the section on Supply Chain Visibility.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 100

GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

The software can offer freight invoice auditing , creation of Bill of Lading , storage and maintenance of negotiated freight rates, storage of supportive documentation, and analytics to enable shippers to continually improve on their processes. This encompasses various delivery points, customs clearance, invoicing and booking.

Analytics Software 120

Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 120

Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2014

When considering your global transportation network, do you have the infrastructure needed to effectively and efficiently optimize it? Will you need to procure equipment and bookings using forecasts, then re-plan again with the actual orders? Can you then measure the results and use the measurements for continuous improvement?

Optimal Sourcing 162

Optimal Sourcing Global Transportation Optimization Software Modeling 162

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2016

This lack of alignment is an impediment to improving balance sheet results. I did not understand warehousing and transportation until reassignment to a logistics role in 1985. Insights on leadership, continuous improvement and talent development for emerging markets. I am a product of traditional, silo-based thinking.

Supply Chain Design Software 161

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Network Design Software Modeling 161

NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

I am working on a new book focused on the sales and procurement relationship in supply chains with my friend Howard Richman, who has a wealth of experience working for companies like Merck, Citrix, and others. Serviceability – What are the elements of delivery, warehouse operations, and transportation performance? What is the driver?

Optimal Sourcing 83

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 83

crisp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By exercising best practices for scope 3 emissions reporting, CPG organizations can meet growing retailer expectations and gain full-range visibility into their supply chain to identify areas for sustainability and continued improvement. To see how Crisp can improve your company’s supply chain visibility, book a demo here.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a two part series about how to get your logistics and transportation practices in order in time for holiday shipping or peak season crunches. Ask them if they expect an increased volume of orders they need to arrange transportation for. They’re full up with giant Christmas trees.

Cost Reduction Strategies 215

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 215