Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

That includes analyzing historical data, determining the distribution type for every customer and period, calculating the mean and standard deviation, excluding outliers, and producing a simulated demand picture for as many periods as possible. Every forecast typically begins with internal company historical shipment data.

Sourcing Strategies 227

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Inventory Reduction 227

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The wholesale distribution and manufacturing (WD&M) landscape is entering a new era. AI-infused inventory and order management is the way forward for wholesale distributors and manufacturers hoping to bridge the supply-demand gap and meet and exceed their customers’ new B2B omni-channel expectations.

Manufacturing Procurement 82

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Real-time Visibility Demand Planning Software 82

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The manufacturing industry confronted many uncertainties in the last year due to the pandemic. The pandemic has led to many shifts in manufacturing including new challenges to overcome. Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. Transitioning to B2B e-Commerce.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics Software 111

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 31, 2022

This also includes delays in local manufacturing as well as inflationary pressures due to escalating costs because of the increased fuel prices – increases are already at 10% and shipping is about 30%. With digital technologies, organisations can use data to maximise visibility into demand, inventory, capacity, supply, and finances.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 105

Logility

MAY 25, 2022

Manufacturing capacity is severely diminished. Now more than ever, the conventional silos of planning, sourcing, and procurement teams must be connected into one cohesive network. For example, an operations planner can dig into internal capacity data stored on the cloud ? Let’s face it ? What Needs to Change?

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 130

QAD

APRIL 2, 2020

This latest release further enhances our customers’ ability to intelligently adopt and boost adaptive manufacturing capabilities. Adaptive Manufacturing Enterprises can effectively address the increasing pace of change and disruption companies face today.

Manufacturing Procurement 143

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software 143

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In manufacturing, the Internet of Things (IoT) is the technology that will allow companies to purposely instrument their equipment and products to collect data and then use it to improve, experiment and develop value. IIoT refers to the usage in areas such as manufacturing plants and supply chains. Manufacturing efficiency.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Predictive Analytics Software 111

OptiProERP

JANUARY 17, 2023

Manufacturers need specific functionality to run their businesses effectively. Let’s examine what ERP functionality is critical for discrete manufacturers. Manufacturers rely on their inventory to build their products, so they need to have the correct amounts on hand at all times. Inventory Management. Supply Chain Management.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Negotiating Skills 52

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2017

What makes or breaks a new technology in manufacturing? Mostly, manufacturers demand technologies that can boost their output without causing an additional strain on resources, and the final five technologies changing manufacturing in 2016 did just that. Advanced Robotics and Automation Have Boosted Production and Distribution.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Material Savings 120

Logility

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Planting the Seeds of Resilience Most companies understand that accurate forecasts are critical to minimizing inventory, maximizing production efficiency, streamlining purchasing, optimizing distribution, minimizing waste, and projecting future performance confidently.

Optimal Sourcing 175

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 175

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 11, 2024

Manufacturers of these weight loss drugs face a multi-headed hydra of the three c’s: coverage, competition and capacity. But I’ll focus on capacity, since that is the supply chain lever. With this insight they targeted their limited manufacturing capacity exactly where it was needed.

Pharmaceutical 231

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Agile and Lean Supply Chain 231

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

Georgia-Pacific and its subsidiaries manufacture and distribute a wide range of consumer products, including bath tissue, paper towels, napkins, tableware, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, and building products.

Georgia 225

Georgia Optimal Sourcing Modeling Modeling Software 225

Unleashed

JANUARY 13, 2022

We’ve compiled the data and identified the top 5 cloud manufacturing trends for manufacturing SMEs in the UK for 2022, so you’re ready to get ahead of the curve in the new year as the sector continues its recovery. If your business is in a related sector such as wholesaling or distribution, these trends will be of interest to you too.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Predictive Analytics Software Demand Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2022

As a recent college graduate, he was chartered with running manufacturing discrete event simulation for an automotive company. He worked for the North American manufacturing team and struggled with the imposed standards by the centralized center of excellence. Tackling Procurement. He was frustrated. They are different models.

Manufacturing Procurement 217

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 217

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

In place of long paper trails and maintenance schedules, machines with the capacity to communicate their needs and issues via the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) are becoming an essential component of effective processes. Fleet or transportation management is another aspect of manufacturing reaping the rewards of the IoT.

Internet of things 246

Internet of things Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 246

OptiProERP

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Manufacturers often need functionality specific to their industry. Manufacturing ERP provides more value as it has business and manufacturing operations modules. The eight use cases below show how these unique companies benefit from the implementation of manufacturing ERP. It will more than double its staff.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing 52

Locus Robotics

MARCH 9, 2023

By Geoff Whiting, Senior Writer, Red Stag Fulfillment Applying automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to supply chain management is an excellent way for manufacturers to increase the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of operations. In some settings, IoT devices can detect defects and notify staff of quality control issues.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

Precoro

MARCH 22, 2023

A supply chain disruption is a force majeure event or unexpected situation that significantly interrupts or constrains the free movement and distribution of products, services, inputs, and raw materials. Worse, new waves of infection in China show manufacturers may not be out of the woods yet. Diversify your suppliers.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings 52

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 12, 2022

This manufacturer produces plastic reusable material handling containers and plastic fuel tanks. The Company operates eighteen manufacturing facilities, nine distribution centers located throughout North and Central America. Mr. Baker spent over 34 years leading procurement teams at The Dow Chemical Company.

Supply Chain Planning Software 201

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Procurement Solutions Scenario Planning 201

OptiProERP

APRIL 19, 2022

Using finite and infinite capacity you can plan for various time horizons. Keeping production running smoothly is essential to manufacturing companies. Yet, it is one of the most challenging problems growing manufacturers face. It uses advanced algorithms, behind the scenes, to balance demand and capacity.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 52

ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

When you’re running an ecommerce business, you need reliable suppliers and manufacturers to help you maintain seamless supply chain operations. That’s why you need to pay extra close attention to the sourcing process so you can identify reliable and long-term partners. What is the difference between a supplier and a manufacturer?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Negotiate Pricing Manufacturing Negotiating Skills 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Mr. Bailey has worked most of his career at VF – as an industrial engineer in facilities, in strategic sourcing, running offshore operations, and now as the person in charge of the company’s entire supply chain. VFC’s supply chain sourced over 410 million units of apparel, footwear, and accessories in their last fiscal year.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 211

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 211

Silvon Software

APRIL 19, 2022

Procurement is one core process area being focused to better manage today’s fluctuating change, with key performance metrics leading the way to assessing and managing procurement performance. The Basics of Procurement KPIs. Every KPI needs a clearly defined goal. Supplier KPIs.

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Negotiate Pricing 113

Logility

MAY 31, 2023

According to the Gartner Guide to Use Cases for Network Optimization Capabilities , your company should dig deeper into four areas of your supply chain network design – distribution network optimization, omnichannel fulfillment, manufacturing capacity optimization, and global footprint strategy.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Network Design Software Network Optimization 130

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2024

During the 1980s, I was on a management team for a large manufacturer. The Company was attempting to gain economies of scale by grouping manufacturing technologies within a common infrastructure to reap the benefits of a co-generation facility, a centralized warehouse, and a talented administrative team.

Inventory Reduction 389

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 389

New Horizon Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Introduction: Procurement Planning for Distribution-Intensive Businesses Procurement planning is not a widely recognized category of supply chain software, but it should be. Such constraints include things like lead times, supplier capacity, and minimum order quantities.

Procurement Solutions 52

Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. We look at 6 core areas that manufacturing companies will take a long look at as they gear up for a successful 2016. E-Commerce for Manufacturing. Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Analytics Software Trends Supply Chain Design Software 120

Logility

AUGUST 31, 2023

Through Logility, Kelly-Moore has moved beyond relying solely on shipment history to purchase raw materials by forging a deeper connection between its master production schedule and procurement decision-making. Batch manufacturing is more controlled and optimized, improving inventory turns and production scheduling efficiency.

Consumer Goods 185

Consumer Goods Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 185

Precoro

JULY 8, 2022

One should keep in mind that every transaction has an additional hidden cost in labor and overheads, such as the time spent sourcing products, tracking deliveries, matching invoices, and overseeing suppliers. In the article, we look critically at the role of the purchasing manager and discuss how to determine the value of hiring one.

Purchasing Skills 98

Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Negotiating Skills Procurement Solutions 98

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 18, 2024

Recall that the government provided the monies to help fund drug development and distribution to the points of healthcare provider distribution needs. It has to do with middlemen who have made manufacturing generic injectable drugs unprofitable, magnifying the risk of shortages by artificially reducing supply.”

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Pharmaceutical Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 28, 2020

Lockdowns have resulted in the temporary closure of Manufacturing and Distribution facilities and discontinuation of Logistics and transportation modes. What is Single Sourcing or Sole Sourcing? For clarity let’s define what these sourcing terms mean.

Manufacturing Procurement 82

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Purchasing Skills Sourcing 82

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

At the same time, the Chief Purchasing Officer (CPO) has taken on a pivotal role by securing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect the workforce and direct materials when primary sources fail. As disruptions become the norm, Supply Chain Planning and Source-to-Pay (S2P) cycles need to be increasingly dynamic and intertwined.

Manufacturing Procurement 230

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Pharmaceutical Procurement Solutions 230

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Management practices such as lean manufacturing and just-in-time inventory management, along with globalization, have made tremendous impact on cost and service, but have accentuated risk. Lean manufacturing also focused on managing these operational risks, especially within the four walls of the enterprise. are most exposed to risk?

Supply Chain Design Software 231

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 231

ThroughPut

AUGUST 12, 2020

They are more reliable, tune in well to volatilities and help build the necessary trust between the manufacturer and the final customer. A resilient supply chain has great visibility and the agility to shift sourcing, manufacturing and distribution activities around fairly rapidly. Create a Single-Source of Truth.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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

ThroughPut

AUGUST 12, 2020

They are more reliable, tune in well to volatilities and help build the necessary trust between the manufacturer and the final customer. A resilient supply chain has great visibility and the agility to shift sourcing, manufacturing and distribution activities around fairly rapidly. Create a Single-Source of Truth.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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

OptiProERP

APRIL 17, 2022

The shop floor is the cornerstone of the manufacturing process. When well managed, the shop floor works at optimal capacity and with operational efficiency. When they implemented an MES integrated with a manufacturing ERP , real-time information about what was happening on the plant floor was available across the enterprise.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Manufacturing Demand Planning Software 52

DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Source: [link]. The capacity to recycle or reprocess food waste worldwide is still limited and insignificant compared to the amount of food waste being generated. With the right solution and strategy, food manufacturers have the potential to create a major impact in reducing the scale of our global food waste crisis.

Waste Reduction 296

Waste Reduction Food Optimal Sourcing Material Savings 296