Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Definitions of agility, resilience, visibility, and end-to-end collaboration are all very much tied together. That variability might be in the areas of manufacturing, distribution, or transportation capacity. Planes don’t fly because no passengers are flying, so no belly capacity is available.”. Mr. Delbar exclaimed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 193

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Modeling 193

Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2020

Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. You may need to pay more to attract capacity. How Produce Season Transportation Affects Rates and Capacity – State by State.

Transportation 52

Transportation Rhode Island New Hampshire North Carolina 52

KEPLER Consulting

OCTOBER 18, 2017

Over last decade, sourcing offices became a major piece within globalized footprint of western retailers. After a first era of development and opportunity catch up particularly positive and characterized by consistent purchasing gains , most of these Sourcing Offices are now searching for their second breath.

Purchasing Skills 60

Purchasing Skills Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies 60

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 16, 2021

To gain insights, we interviewed Alexandros Skandalakis, Director of Manufacturing Capacity, reporting to operations/manufacturing globally within Philip Morris. How much smoke-free product footprint capacity does the company need to build? What are the implications for our conventional products’ capacity & footprint?

Manufacturing Procurement 200

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 200

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

Before boarding the plane, I watched a traveler pull a diet Coke from the bin and thought about the struggle to source sweetener with the rise of COV-19. As I poured the dog food into the bowl for my pups, I wondered if I was going to have to switch kibble due to the looming issues of sourcing taurine—a health additive in many pet foods.

Supply Chain Design Software 297

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design 297

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2021

This is not a new problem; but it is exacerbated by volume increases, COVID labor issues, and port infrastructure capacity issues. Manage Make, Source, and Deliver Together. We are very early in the definition of outside-in processes. We are out of balance: containers, drivers, and chassis lack synchronization. What to do?

Analytics Software 195

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

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 25, 2021

This is not a new problem; but it is exacerbated by volume increases, COVID labor issues, and port infrastructure capacity issues. Manage Make, Source, and Deliver Together. We are very early in the definition of outside-in processes. We are out of balance: containers, drivers, and chassis lack synchronization. What to do?

Analytics Software 195

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

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Students graduate with foundational knowledge across all areas of SCM, positioning them to work in multiple capacities for the top global companies. Supply Chain Definition. The business world views Broad’s graduates and faculty as the voice of the SCM field. Key Takeaways – Supply Chain Basics. The Three Main Supply Chain Functions.

Supply Chain Design Software 130

Supply Chain Design Software Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Design 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

With the design of any product or service it is necessary to establish viable and reliable sources of supply. But more than just finding sources in response to demands from the R&D and Design teams, intelligent Procurement teams are also proactively searching for and qualifying sources in anticipation of future needs.

Supply Chain Design 114

Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement 114

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

The critical decisions to be made about inventory and capacity are where in the chain to position inventory and available production capacity in order to hedge against uncertain demand. How do you react if there is a sudden spike in demand for the new product? How do you reduce excess inventory if the innovative product is not popular?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Demand Planning Software 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

With the above information on hand, the procurement team can proceed with Scope Definition to clearly define the transportation services required. Freight Procurement The actual Freight Procurement Stage is the heart of the transportation service sourcing process for shippers. Obtain the necessary signatures to finalize the contract.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Freight 130

20Cube Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2022

However, despite becoming the latest epicenter for sourcing and manufacturing activities, economic growth in certain countries is expected to slow down this year due to various reasons. The international beneficiaries of the Asian market would definitely gain greatly out of this. They are emphasizing on renewable sources of energy.

Manufacturing Procurement 83

Manufacturing Procurement Asia Currency Policies 83

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sustainability is definitely coming of age in Asia. By enabling customer access to supplier information, including sourcing of materials, as well as environmental performance data, all parties in the supply chain, can be made more accountable. It provides capacity where and when organisations need it most.

Supply Chain Planning Software 223

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software 223

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 23, 2020

Automating the current platform of a conventionally-held definition of planning is insufficient because the design of the planning platform– in the face of the pandemic –is quickly becoming outdated. Most of the optimization focus in the traditional software solution focuses within a function of source, make or deliver.

Supply Chain Design Software 283

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Optimization Software 283

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

You don’t need to be confined to the typical definition of demand sensing. Other sources: 1 [link]. We’ve helped our own customers compress this time by sensing short-term sales history and related demand causals, so they get rapid, near real-time insights within the month to make forecast updates on a shorter-term horizon.

Supply and Demand 156

Supply and Demand Gartner Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 156

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Current State of Supplier Performance Management Nowadays, the interest in improving supplier performance management methods has increased due to the increase in global sourcing and that of the global economy in particular (Gordon Sherry R, 2008). Are materials obtained, where possible, from sustainable sources, e.g. framework?

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Procurement Analytics 55

Kinaxis

MARCH 27, 2017

Ok, maybe not that last one, but epic supply chain battles definitely aren’t top of mind. Goodwin does a great job of extracting the definition of the supply chain planning system revolution from Sicard. In supply chain, if you make a change in capacity, you will immediately start to think about the impact on supply and demand.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Demand Planning Software 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

With constrained and somewhat erratic demand and supply – not just of products and materials but also capacity with carriers of all modes – rates have been extremely volatile. Rates are now starting to stabilise and for ocean freight especially, we are seeing rates closer to pre-COVID levels.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Logistics 130

Bristlecone

JULY 16, 2020

But what has been largely overlooked are basic capacity, low to medium range lifesaving devices, safety gears, sufficient healthcare personnel (2x doctors, 3x nurses and 8x paramedics), and the ability to ramp up facilities and manage a crisis with the rigor of Project Management. These are all important innovations, no doubt. CONCLUSION.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Gartner 100

QAD

AUGUST 3, 2023

Common factors in sourcing decisions include: : Technical Capability Production Capacity Supply Chain Quality Capability Financial Viability Timing and Lead Time Customer Relationship Risk Level Only when feasibility is likely should they proceed further.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Quality Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning 96

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The SCOR (Supply Chain Operations Reference) methodology has six high-level business activities that define the supply chain – plan, source, make, deliver, return, and enable. It is important to note that capacity may have seasonal or temporary variation. Identifying the space versus utilization sweet spot is key.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 105

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Dynamic Multi-Sourcing In a post-COVID world, and despite suppliers’ best efforts, delays or sudden demand spikes inevitably cause supply issues. Optimized Replenishment in challenging supply chain configurations such as multi-sourcing, network lost sales, equivalent products and inventory lot expiration dates.

Supply and Demand 156

Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Demand Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Movement

APRIL 1, 2014

Sourcing and manufacturing lead times. In this chapter we want to take a more upstream view to discuss about sourcing and manufacturing lead times. The first is the question of sourcing location. Making these modifications will definitely require robust change management and execution capabilities. 4) Talent development.

Supply Chain Design Software 119

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills 119

QAD

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Supply chains need to “ predict, prepare, and respond to rapidly evolving demand and a continually changing product and channel mix,” the very definition of agility. Build Scalable Capacity. Related to making a shift to e-commerce is the recommendation to build scalable capacity. Sustainability.

Supply Chain Software 96

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Demand Planning Software Modeling Software 96

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The focus is definitely on the efficiency of operations relating to technological applications. The abbreviated Wikipedia definition is “any device that perceives its environment and takes actions that maximize its chance of successfully achieving its goals.” The big question is; are you ready? If not, perhaps we can help.

Predictive Analytics Software 74

Predictive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 74

EcoVadis

APRIL 23, 2016

Now that sustainability has risen to be one of the most highly visible topics for customers and stakeholders, management teams face the challenge of “How do you incorporate CSR ratings in the sourcing process?”. The survey is to assess the capability and capacity of the market to meet your requirements. Build the Strategy.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Sourcing 40

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

As shown in Figure 1, at a recent client engagement, there is a strong and clear process definition of the budget process and the lack of clarity and discipline in the demand flows for the supply chain. The organization, tightly capacity-constrained failed to forecast and build capacity ahead of market demand. Conclusion.

Supply Chain Design Software 183

Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting 183

BlueYonder

MARCH 24, 2022

The State of Supply Chain Sustainability study shows that today’s sustainability pressures come from several sources, both inside and outside companies. When additional capacity is built, for example more warehouses or more sourcing partners, the environment is often negatively affected.

Supply Chain Planning Software 84

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Sustainability Agile and Lean Supply Chain 84

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

Starting With Definitions. To help, I wrote a few definitions on the board: Demand-Driven Processes. In 2012 I built on these concepts to define the market-driven value network. The definition: an adaptive network focused on a well-defined value-based outcomes. Definition of Outside-In Processes. The Building Blocks.

Material Savings 181

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 181

NC State SCRC

MAY 27, 2020

ii] We observed an intense and immediate response by the Joint Acquisition Task Force to rapidly source supplies and quickly institute a robust vendor risk assessment process. health care system and risks in a supply chain dependent on global sourcing, would buffer the country from unanticipated disruptions.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 11, 2019

” we look at 10 different definitions. While there are many choices, all of which have great elements, we will refer to this definition provided by [link]. ” This definition gives a great overview. In our article “ What Exactly is Supply Chain Management? An Incredible Skills Development Platform.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software 105

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Updates included in this edition include: Coupa Software Entering Definitive Agreement to be Acquired. Coupa Software Enters Definitive Agreement to be Acquired. In light of the announced definitive agreement, Coupa elected not to host an earnings briefing with investors or provide future financial guidance. Reportedly: “.during

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Negotiate Pricing 52

QAD

JUNE 17, 2021

These critical steps to mastering Integrated Supplier Management are included below: Plan volumes based on understanding your suppliers’ real capability and capacity, aligned on strategic, tactical and operational levels. At the planning level, adaptive enterprises plan volume, select the most appropriate source and assess risk.

Supplier Management 97

Supplier Management Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 97

AIMMS

MARCH 8, 2016

To address this, retailers must use available infrastructure at full capacity even as they struggle with a large breadth of SKU assortments and volumes per channel. Transportation capacity and cost: carriers are more selective about which retailers they work with and parcel pricing strategies are changing. A large U.S.

Price Reduction 156

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies 156

NC State SCRC

AUGUST 14, 2020

These have to be firm contracts – asking Manufacturers to “reserve” capacity/quantities of material to supplement the SNS is not going to happen. In many industries, sourcing executives have embedded their supply chains in Asian regions, noting that “…these jobs will never return to Western countries. ”

Manufacturing Procurement 64

Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Sourcing Strategies Vendor Strategies 64

Supply Chain Opz

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

So they implement a very comprehensive risk management system and their risk mitigation strategies are low inventory level, flexible capacity and redundant suppliers. Conclusion The secret sauce behind Samsung''s supply chain success is definitely " Best Practice Analysis ".

Supply Chain Transformation 257

Supply Chain Transformation Six Sigma Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 257

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Such actions were to include mitigation of risks related to China based sourcing, which is now commonly referred to as a China Plus sourcing strategy. That was followed by a public acknowledgement from CEO Tim Cook that the company’s 60 percent sourcing of various production within the country was too much.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies 52