Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 21, 2022

This week, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) , with sponsors Penske Logistics and consulting firm Kearney , released the 33rd Annual State of Logistics Report to organization members and the industry as a whole. This report provides a snapshot of the U.S. This Year’s Report Themes and Key Messages.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 1, 2024

Requests for custom reports or dashboards by business leaders are met with lengthy development times by IT or external analysts, resulting in single-use reports that are limited in scope. Strategic analytics, on the other hand, is often associated with reporting from an analytical data source like a data hub.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2019

Technology allows shippers to work smarter, faster and with fewer human resources, and new technologies, such as drones and augmented reality, are continuing the process, reports Victoria Kickham of Logistics Brief. Dropshipping refers to manufacturers sending products directly, but products are purchased through a third-party.

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Locus

APRIL 13, 2023

It connects with capacity-led slot bookings, helping them make full use of assigned fleets. Advanced analytical insights: With advanced supply chain analytics from Locus’ offerings, businesses can solve many inefficiencies, complexities, and bottlenecks that make their last-mile delivery expensive.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Primary Challenges in an E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Developing an e-commerce shipping strategy is about more than just considering e-commerce; e-commerce may include the omnichannel purchases in which customers use a variety of online and in-store devices and experiences to make a final decision and complete a purchase.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Download white paper. While most brands have already integrated live system tracking, secure data exchange processes, and visibility and traceability throughout systems, the use of cloud-based technologies will begin to have a major impact on procurement processes as well, says Marc Wins of Procurement Academy.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

A recent report The Fictiv 2021 State of Manufacturing report has shown that many companies are in the process of becoming more digitally proficient and organized. It ties into the ERP system where quotes and purchase orders are managed. IM&E companies need to start looking at digitizing operations. Operations.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2019

Logistics consolidation is a fancy way of describing the transition of shipping modes to accommodate available capacity. Unfortunately, the capacity crunch appears to be worsening, and drivers are growing scarcer. Download WhitePaper. Logistics consolidation will have a resounding effect on the industry in 2019.

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Intelligent Audit

JUNE 29, 2021

Disruptions in the shipping industry, marked by tight capacity and upward pricing pressure forced pharmaceutical shippers to implement more agile and effective means of distribution, resulting in the integration of shipping technology to optimize shipping flows, reduce overall costs, & improve customer experience.

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Intelligent Audit

JUNE 29, 2021

Disruptions in the shipping industry, marked by tight capacity and upward pricing pressure forced pharmaceutical shippers to implement more agile and effective means of distribution, resulting in the integration of shipping technology to optimize shipping flows, reduce overall costs, & improve customer experience. .

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Some procurement professionals can quickly identify their key, or champion, supplier partners. Listed as a top key finding in a 2020 WBR Insights report it was found that, “The top concern for procurement professionals is making buying decisions without the necessary insight” (WBR Insights 2020). Who are our best suppliers?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

To meet rising demand, supply chain executives must begin considering new ways to increase the capacity of their existing facilities. Distribution center robots are a force in the Amazon powerhouse, reports the Association for Advancing Automation. Download white paper. Engage with experts to guide you through the process.

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Freightos

JUNE 28, 2017

A White House report from 2016 estimated that 80%-100% of long-haul trucking jobs may be threatened by artificial intelligence. Experts predict that in many industries, technology will start working it’s way through managerial and professional positions. How does such optimism reconcile with that White House report?

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. Customer satisfaction and keeping costs in check rests on optimal last-mile delivery operations. Efficient fuel management can enhance route planning and capacity utilization.

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Locus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Not only this, 62% of online shoppers in the US say delivery speed is what makes for a good purchase experience. Many retailers try to adhere to customer preference in attempting to commit to faster delivery times but fail in the long term due to capacity and cost constraints, leading to subpar delivery experiences for customers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

We analyzed the changes in domestic transit time of e-commerce deliveries across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia, accounting for social restrictions, lockdowns and adjustments in logistics capacity. We see a 26% increase in transit time during this period, which coincides with a spike in online purchases on e-commerce platforms.

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USC Consulting Group

JULY 7, 2020

From rising unemployment rates to businesses large and small struggling to stay afloat and entire industries in virtual standstill due to social distancing measures and shutdown restrictions, most reported news was pretty bleak. million people downloaded the Peloton Digital app, Foley added. Defying expectations, 2.5 in April to 13.3%

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Intelligent Audit

MAY 4, 2021

As such, they are a diverse group of transportation service providers that can help your company find parcel capacity through disruption. . Ample capacity always seems to be the supply chain professional’s top problem. Download the White Paper. Expertise in Local, Regional Areas.

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Logility

AUGUST 23, 2018

Delivery of ‘make to stock’ products to a home or business is now available within hours of making a purchase. A growing number of connected, smart devices that have the capability to anticipate the need for a product are available for purchase.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2014

All metal fabricators realize that they have to do some analyses before the company purchases equipmen t or hires new people, but now there seems to be a new intensity about the process. Custom fabricators have to cope with highly varying demand cycles from many different steel sales customers, and to do that effectively they need capacity.

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Locus

JULY 25, 2023

predicted that the retail industry in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is on the verge of a pivotal shift. “E-commerce A recent report predicts that by 2030 , the share of smartphone connections in the Middle East and North African (MENA) regions will reach 92 percent from 76 percent in 2022. Download WhitePaper Now!

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Logility

AUGUST 22, 2018

Delivery of “make to stock” products to a home or business is now available within hours of making a purchase. A growing number of connected, smart devices that have the capability to anticipate the need for a product are available for purchase.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 22, 2018

Parcel spend management is growing in importance, and shipper workforces are becoming more diverse, reports Marilyn Gettinger of Parcel MEDIA , which may strain existing work relationships and require use of people analytics to boost morale. The Guide to Reduce Parcel Shipping Costs thru Effective Transportation Management Practices.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2019

According to Steve Banker via Forbes , Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods positioned the company to corner the omnichannel area , and Amazon went a step further. Download Here. million returns, reports the Washington Post. Meanwhile, inventory levels rose 3.6 How Surface Mode Shippers Can Compete in E-Commerce Logistics.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

According to a study, 55% of consumers prefer to buy directly from brands, and a further 40% of shoppers say they will purchase from a D2C brand in the next five years. In fact, according to a recent report by Mordor Intelligence, the Indian D2C market size was estimated to be at $55 billion in 2022.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

There is a realization that to run an exceptional supply chain, it takes a commitment to leverage data and advanced analytics to make smart, fact-based decisions, while continuously evolving product offerings, supply chain strategies, and execution capabilities. Stijn-Pieter van Houten, both Vice President, Industry Strategy, o9 Solutions.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

There is a realization that to run an exceptional supply chain, it takes a commitment to leverage data and advanced analytics to make smart, fact-based decisions, while continuously evolving product offerings, supply chain strategies, and execution capabilities. Stijn-Pieter van Houten, both Vice President, Industry Strategy, o9 Solutions.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 19, 2022

The past few years have created a lasting impact on the way business is conducted, driving many companies to analytics to gain the visibility they need to control and optimize key processes. The Basics of Procurement KPIs. To accomplish this, our clients rely on the built-in data hub of our Stratum reporting application.

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

billion metric tons—the emissions have rebounded in 2021 and 2022. The latter was so severe that cargo ships had to run at half their usual capacity. Download our E-Book on Supply Chain Sustainability and Profitability with Green Logistics. Download Now! Both inbound and outbound delivery flows were affected.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Although government reports were delayed at the beginning of the year due to the government shutdown, all indicators from the period before the government shutdown suggest logistics will continue to expand well into 2019. Download WhitePaper. This will have an additional impact on capacity and logistics costs.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Optimized trucking capacity : Technology companies like 10-4 are optimizing capacity usage, closing the loop between truckers, shippers and brokers. [ 10-4 Systems , @10_4systems ]. Faster service, great capacity usage and direct connectivity with freight companies means better access to service providers. Let us know!

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Space used should always include vertical space, increasing pallet height, which opens up additional capacity in all shipments, as exhibited in a previous blog post. Download Here. Specifically, up to 56 percent of consumers will abandon online order purchases if presented with a shipping charge. New Series.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 15, 2023

In 2022, the US CHIPS and Science Act boosted domestic research and manufacturing of semiconductor chips which led to fewer purchases of semiconductors from China. China has a lot more processing and smelting capacity than any other country. The US has also taken other measures. In this fight, we only lose.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2019

Many legacy systems have been in service for up to 20 years or more, reports Roberto Michel of Modern Materials Handling, and supply chains can no longer function on these legacy systems. Download Here. Scalability of a Cloud-Based WMS Is Limitless The first issue presented by a non-purpose, traditional WMS solution is scalability.

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QAD

JULY 8, 2021

Long-term planning information is critical for the lower tier suppliers to plan and purchase their materials wisely. In the case of semiconductors, lead time was reported anywhere from 22 to 26 weeks. This was proven many years ago in an AIAG report entitled the Manufacturing and Assembly Pilot Project.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 24, 2015

Consider the Supply Chain Insights report, Research in Review (Nov 2014), that states: “Many companies have five to 30 Enterprise Resource Planning systems and two to three supply chain planning systems. Provide in-depth analysis using complex analytics. Download your own copy here. Simulate numerous “what-if” scenarios.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Logility Acquires Halo Business Intelligence to Expand Advanced Analytics. Descartes Reports Fiscal 2018 Third Quarter Financial Results. Kane Is Able Purchases Vintners Logistics. Here are some excerpts from the article: The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that U.S. BluJay Solutions Unveils MobileSTAR.

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