Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 14, 2024

At a division of one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, 85% autonomy on manufacturing plans and 95% acceptance of proposed purchase orders has been achieved. You don’t act on a forecast; you act on what you purchase. Intelligence is also related to how the solution is being used. That’s an action.

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RFgen

JANUARY 16, 2025

That’s where manufacturing inventory management software comes in. The right software can streamline your production, optimize stock levels, and even help you save money. We’re talking real-time tracking, automated purchasing, and a whole lot less stress.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Precoro

JULY 9, 2025

Definition: Procurement transformation is the strategic overhaul of how a business buys goods and services. This approach focuses on changing procurement holistically beyond minor tweaks, starting from strategies to organizational structures. Procurement transformation has several objectives.

Procurement Solutions 45

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Eight proven optimization strategies, combining technology, best practices, and sustainable solutions. Essential technology solutions, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management Systems (IMS), and the transformative power of IoT and automation. This includes real-time visibility and tracking via mobile devices.

Optimal Sourcing 97

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Locus

JUNE 10, 2025

Streamline Your Route Planning Process Daily route planning can quickly become overwhelming, especially if you’re managing delivery routes using spreadsheets, manual methods, or basic mapping tools. Top 10 Route Planning Software Solutions: Overview Here’s a quick comparison of the top route planning software solutions in 2025.

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My Office Apps

MARCH 26, 2025

How Kechie ERP Software Transforms Operations Across Key Business Sectors How are companies managing the external and internal challenges that increase the complexity of their operations every day? To stay competitive, businesses must adapt to cloud-based solutions that automate processes, boost productivity, and offer real-time access.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Strategic sourcing formalizes the gathering, analysis and application of information to align purchasing strategies with the organizations broader goals while securing the best possible overall value. In some categories it makes sense to conduct a competitive sourcing event, for example an online auction using eSourcing software.

Negotiating Skills 52

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Freight Waves

JUNE 25, 2025

Milton, Pennsylvania-based logistics company Patton Logistics Group has announced it will purchase Milton Transportation and Warehousing and its sister company, BTR Inc. More acreage purchased in the agreement allows for Patton Warehousing to develop up to 350,000 more square feet in the future.

Pennsylvania 96

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Precoro

JUNE 3, 2025

Businesses often use it in retail and purchasing. Category management isn’t just another procurement trend. It’s a way for companies to group similar goods or services (like IT infrastructure, facilities, or raw materials) and manage them holistically instead of handling every purchase in isolation.

Manufacturing Procurement 45

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Material Savings 45

QAD

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Corporate purchasing leaders must not only manage transactional data effectively but also use this data from stakeholders across the organization to create a more collaborative environment that creates trust and benefits to both customers and suppliers. What is the solution? Start with the basics.

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IQMS

JULY 29, 2022

Production schedulers and planners work every day to balance limited labor, materials, production time, and availability of machines and tools against forecasted demand, customer orders, and the backlog. In addition, the APS software engine manages all resources necessary to meet manufacturing demand.

Forecasting Software 52

Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Jaggaer

MAY 16, 2025

In many industries, procurement is responsible for managing significant budgets which means it holds a key lever for business performance. From Order Fulfillment to Strategic Value Creation Partner This realization is relatively new and comes with a fundamental shift in how the role of procurement is understood.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Collaboration across Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond requires visibility and communication regarding capacity, cost, risk, order quantities, inventory levels, quality , timelines, logistics, and more. Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

Negotiate Pricing 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 8, 2025

Also, 62% of online shoppers in the US say delivery speed is what makes for a good purchase experience. Many retailers fulfill customer preferences in attempting to adhere to faster delivery timelines, but fail in the long term due to capacity and cost constraints. This number is said to climb up to almost 285 million in 2025.

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Exiger Perspectives

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Brandon Daniels: One of the things that generative AI is doing is it’s making it so procurement and supply chain people are able to bridge a skills gap. Daniels: When I think about hallucinations, I think how do you combat this issue of trusting the solutions? Arjun Mehta: How is AI impacting supply chain risk management?

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Exiger Perspectives

JANUARY 7, 2025

Having a solution that allows you to visualize these networks and their relationships allows stakeholders to understand underlying supply chain risks involved, which is important for determining areas for improvement. The 1Exiger solution is designed to address this challenge head-on.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Order management systems, warehouse management systems, transportation management systems, and more have become essential tools for managing modern supply chains. However, this software is expensive to purchase, time-consuming to implement, and requires ongoing maintenance and upgrades.

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Locus

JUNE 24, 2025

It is a cornerstone of modern logistics, supported by fleet management tools designed to determine the most efficient route, minimize travel time, reduce fuel consumption, consider vehicle capacity and ensure timely deliveries. They analyze millions of permutations in seconds to find the best routing solution.

Optimization Software 52

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) should evolve into a strategic instrument for continuously aligning demand forecasts, production capacities, and inventory levels in the face of uncertainty. Advanced routing and scheduling tools reduce mileage and improve on-time delivery. scenarios of -20% and +20% change).

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Bristlecone

JANUARY 8, 2025

AI/ML algorithms analyze data to provide actionable recommendations, such as increasing production capacity, reallocating inventory, reducing prices, or switching suppliers and 3PL service providers. The company saved 18% in inventory costs by adopting an integrated touchless planning solution.

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Precoro

JULY 1, 2025

According to Deloitte’s 2025 Global Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) survey , 41% of CPOs are actively renegotiating with existing vendors to deal with volume volatility and price hikes. Effective vendor collaboration isn’t built on iron-clad contract terms and purchase order s.

Negotiating Skills 45

Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies Purchasing Skills Negotiate Pricing 45

Precoro

JULY 4, 2025

While both procurement strategies have their uses, don’t spend precious time debating single source vs. sole source. Examples of single-source procurement What is sole sourcing? Examples of single-source procurement Witness single sourcing in action. So, the procurement team evaluates several battery manufacturers. 

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SCMDOJO

MAY 26, 2025

Use Automation and Digital Tools Wisely Repetitive or high-risk tasks, such as basic assembly or material handling, are prone to human error and fatigue. Project management software for manufacturing environments can also centralize scheduling, task assignments, and workflow visibility. Eliminate stockouts and excess inventory.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 8, 2025

That means vendors, software providers, cloud platforms, even IT contractors. One example came from a small software company that provided IT tools to hospitals. Every hospital that downloaded the next software update also got infected. They went through the software vendor. But breaking into one of their vendors?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Warehouse capacity: The storage capacity and utilisation of existing facilities. Throughput rates: The processing capacity of distribution centres. Of course, it can add up to a vast pool of data, so realistically, access to advanced modelling and analytics tools will be essential to get the most value from it.

Network Design Software 75

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

Supply chain automation refers to the tools and technologies we can use to make manual tasks automated, reducing the need for human workers. Supply chain automation tools allow you to create a more resilient, efficient, and competitive business. What is Supply Chain Automation?

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 6, 2025

While just 10% of in-store purchases are returned, the return rate rises to 26.4% According to Statista, the most returned online purchases in the U.S. According to Statista, the most returned online purchases in the U.S. Stop shopping for a returns management solution. This is up from 14.5% for online sales.

Purchasing Skills 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 3, 2025

What started as the domain of cryptocurrency has now become a tool for all kinds of applications, from logistics to healthcare. But this unique technology has the capacity to affect many industries. Thus, this technology may transform how we purchase items by providing a more secure and efficient way of managing data and transactions.

Price Reduction 81

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o9 Solutions

MAY 6, 2025

After refining the scope, Comcast implemented purchasing and replenishment, resulting in greater planner productivity and more proactive decision-making. In construction materials, implementation began with purchasing to resolve delays in field projects. Now they’re talking about assortment strategy and improving velocity.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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QAD

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

That takes a data-driven approach to forecasting, procurement and distribution. With the right tools, like QADs advanced systems, manufacturers can handle demand spikes and supply chain challenges with ease. As mentioned, the secret is agility, resilience, and efficiencyoptimizing your people, processes and systems.

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ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Lost Sales: A Preventable Loss of Potential Revenue Harvard Business Review reports that stockouts cost retailers $1 trillion yearly, with most purchases abandoned when items are unavailable. Procurement: Complex to efficiently process many factors at scale, in real time, and cost-effectively leading to frequent operational disruptions.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Freight Waves

JUNE 11, 2025

Cutting back new truck purchases in favor of extending the life of an existing fleet could lead to higher maintenance costs. In other notable findings in the report: RAIL: The growth of rail is hindered by inadequate transloading capacity and operators. ” Acar reviewed data from Morgan Stanley on contract and spot rates.

Procurement Analytics 65

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IQMS

MARCH 24, 2023

Key ERP Tools for Managing Inventory Costs A comprehensive ERP system uses seven key tools to automate the tracking and control of inventory availability and costs: Bill of Materials (BOM) – This is essential to know how much material is necessary to create a finished good. Defective Equipment. Missing Finished Goods.

Purchasing Skills 52

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o9 Solutions

MAY 7, 2025

Delays in design, payment, or construction schedules are hard to manage with static tools, often leading to rushed orders or idle inventory. Multi-tier manufacturing networks Complex routings, constrained capacity, and material availability make it difficult to coordinate across component and assembly plants.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 27, 2025

Faced with an unknowable variable, companies have tended to focus on damage control rather than finding proactive solutions. Making the change requires powerful solutions and a philosophical change to efficiency. Making the change requires powerful solutions and a philosophical change to efficiency. The solution is easy to find.

Warehousing 52

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QAD

JULY 22, 2025

Yet many manufacturers still rely on disconnected tools and legacy ERP systems to manage what has become a fast-moving, data-driven, multi-site operation. Capacity gets wasted. Supply Chain Synchronization: QAD delivers full supply chain visibility, from raw material procurement to final delivery. Planning becomes reactive.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 17, 2025

Consumers have embraced e-commerce for price comparisons, ease of purchase anytime and anywhere, and for those participating in subscription services such as Amazon Prime, free shipping, and other benefits. According to Alibaba's announcement, "This will allow SMEs to directly book transparent, cost-effective shipping with a single click."

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