The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Where usually all beer manufactured in Singapore is made using imported raw materials, this model of brewing would completely eliminate that need for beer making imports. Linking manufacturers and other industries together into a circular economy ecosystem is still a struggle in this digitally connected time.

Manufacturing Procurement 245

Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Singapore Waste Reduction 245

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

I am currently working on a couple of case studies for this blog on how business leaders used digital twin modeling during the pandemic. Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. The lack of chassis and the need to return empty containers to Asia paralyzes North American ocean freight.

Supply Chain Planning Software 267

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics 267

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

No doubt about it, we are characters in a supply chain case study searching to define a new normal. Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a risk management case study. Figure 1 shows a market-by-market planning model by a sinus drug manufacturer. Step #5 Safe Manufacturing. Recovery Team. The answer?

Supply Chain Planning Software 414

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Supply and Demand 414

BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

Working in partnership with Blue Yonder, I’m confident we’ll get there,” according to a Transportation Manager, Kimberly-Clark ( read the case study ). With this new tool, manufacturers, retailers and logistics service providers (LSP) can benefit from Blue Yonder optimization tools via integration to their existing TMS.

Gartner 86

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software 86

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 16, 2021

China fully shutdown its manufacturing output during this phase affecting consumers globally. Better demand sensing, shifts in customer behaviours, predictive/prescriptive case studies, shift in inventory stocking strategy and customer service. Manufacturing Planning. Escalating freight rates and severe capacity crunch.

Pharmaceutical 246

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 246

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Download the A Chilling Problem: Temperature Controlled Logistics Case Study! Download Now »

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Company Case Study Logistics 52

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Download the A Chilling Problem: Temperature Controlled Logistics Case Study! Download Now »

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Case Study Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 27, 2021

There will still be a workforce needed to maintain those driverless vehicles or costs associated with maintenance done by the manufacturer or a 3rd party. An impressive case study to be sure, but alas, the cost of the technology is still prohibitive for most companies. In a tight market, it never hurts to shop your contracts.

Supply Chain Planning Software 246

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 246

EC Sourcing Group

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The following is a brief list of the case studies you can find on their website: Raw and food ingredients. Manufacturing raw materials. Ocean freight. EC Sourcing Group has performed several case studies when it comes to FlexRFP eSourcing. In one case, a client wanted to streamline ocean freight bidding.

EC Sourcing 52

EC Sourcing Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2020

These companies are facing disruptions in international supply due to border restrictions, restricted freight capacity, changing demand and consumer patterns, and the need for new means of product delivery to accommodate physical distancing, among other major challenges.

Pharmaceutical 104

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 104

Freight Plus

MARCH 3, 2020

Managed Service saves leading US based food manufacturer money, adds productivity . The customer is a 75-year-old manufacturer and distributor of food products based in the Northeast with challenging customers in the foodservice and retail space. Aborn & Co. Customer Profile. Customer Engagement. Profitability .

Case Study 52

Case Study Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Study 52

Freight Plus

MARCH 3, 2020

Managed Service saves leading US based food manufacturer money, adds productivity . The customer is a 75-year-old manufacturer and distributor of food products based in the Northeast with challenging customers in the foodservice and retail space. Aborn & Co. Customer Profile. Customer Engagement. Profitability .

Case Study 52

Case Study Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Study 52

Talking Logistics

MARCH 30, 2016

As shippers of all sizes expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations, they have to navigate the complexities involved with global transportation management. In the short clip below, Mike shares some case study examples that illustrate how leading companies are managing their global transportation operations.

Global Transportation 100

Global Transportation Transportation Global Supply Chain Network Software 100

GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2015

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Quality Examples 120

Freightos

MAY 10, 2015

I threw in a healthy dose of interesting (globalization, shipping trends and the business of logistics), a dash of history (the evolution of longitude), a sprinkle of next generation manufacturing (lean manufacturing) and some great company success stories (FedEx, Walmart. Ever hear of Lean Manufacturing? Got some suggestions?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

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

QAD

JULY 12, 2022

However, this is not surprising as many automotive manufacturers operate in silos among quality, supply chain and IT. Over the years, the plant and C-level have rewarded supply chain departments with their ability to firefight and incur costly premium freight to get product to customers on-time.

Supply Chain Software 92

Supply Chain Software Automotive Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction 92

Freightera

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Customer : Leading US manufacturer of soft drinks. Goal : Freightera was tasked to move heavy oversize manufacturing equipment from Montreal QC to Richmond BC Canada, September 2016. The post Heavy Haul, Oversize Freight Transportation – Case Studies appeared first on Freightera Blog.

Case Study 20

Case Study Study Transportation Freight 20

Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

DOT Releases 30-Year Freight Projections. As I discussed recently with Doug Kimball from JDA Software, omni-channel is also having a significant impact on manufacturers and their supply chain and logistics processes. Another feature of LeanGlobal is the utilization of WebSettle® for ocean freight audit and settlement.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

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

Unleashed

MAY 19, 2020

Leveraging the best manufacturing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, maximising productive efficiency, and accessing management expertise early , are the strategies that will set the best apart. Case study 1: Epic Brewing Company. Case study 2: Zeffer Cider. Case Study 1: Epic Beer.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Inventory Management Software Demand Planning Software 98

TMC

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Such insights include transportation planning and execution, business intelligence, freight payment, and disaster recovery. TMS systems work with all types of freight: inbound, outbound, customer pickup, international, ocean, air, full truckload, less than truckload (LTL), rail, barge, parcel, flatbed, specialized equipment, and intermodal.

Optimization Software 62

Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Rail Software 62

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. One of the world’s largest manufacturers of computer chips, Intel needs little introduction. Deere & Company.

Cost Reduction Strategies 54

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 54

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2016

The case studies we analyzed and discussed in his class opened my eyes and mind to the beauty of supply chain management, a field that was still relatively new to me at the time. August 2016 North American Freight Numbers. Wal-Mart focuses on online order pickup in stores, lower prices. Robinson Reports Third Quarter Results.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software Colorado 100

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. We hope the following case study shows you the proverbial proof in the pudding of effective Logistics KPIs management. .

Case Study 120

Case Study KPI Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 120

BlueYonder

JULY 16, 2012

A survey of readers following our last issue indicated that articles focused on customer case studies and business strategies were of greatest interest. Leather footwear manufacturer Grupo Flexi , which reduced supply chain planning and re-planning time, improved customer service levels, increased inventory turns and sales growth.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Price Reduction Supply Chain Software 70

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Take into account elements like the length of the course, the mode of delivery (in-person, online, or mixed), the presence of interactive exercises or case studies, and the availability of opportunities for hands-on practice. About the Author – Dr Muddassir Ahmed Dr MuddassirAhmed is the Founder & CEO of SCMDOJO.

Purchasing Training 83

Purchasing Training Negotiating Skills Buyer Training Manufacturing Procurement 83

GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2015

When you choose a company to transport your freight or to supply you with the materials you need to manufacture a product, you are putting your hard work and reputation in their hands. The next posts in the series will break down metrics and issues to consider in SQM by industry and conclude with a case study on the application of SQM.

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Metrics Quality Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Talking Logistics

APRIL 10, 2019

How can I summarize the many sessions and customer case studies I attended in a short blog post? Real-time freight visibility is quickly becoming a “must have” capability for transportation managers. Simply put, real-time freight visibility is hot right now, with both customers and investors. Keegan McCready, Sr.

Supply Chain Design Software 20

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 20

TMC

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Such insights include transportation planning and execution, business intelligence, freight payment, and disaster recovery. TMS systems work with all types of freight: inbound, outbound, customer pickup, international, ocean, air, full truckload, less than truckload (LTL), rail, barge, parcel, flatbed, specialized equipment, and intermodal.

Optimization Software 48

Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Rail Software 48

TMC

AUGUST 9, 2017

Such insights include transportation planning and execution, business intelligence, freight payment, and disaster recovery. TMS systems work with all types of freight: inbound, outbound, customer pickup, international, ocean, air, full truckload, less than truckload (LTL), rail, barge, parcel, flatbed, specialized equipment, and intermodal.

Optimization Software 48

Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Rail Software 48

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

The Rebirth of Transportation Marketplaces (UberCARGO, Cargomatic, and Freight Friend). In short, as e-commerce continues to grow, especially cross-border e-commerce, parcel is becoming a more important transportation mode for manufacturers and retailers, which will drive greater demand for parcel solutions and services.

Predictive Analytics Software 120

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Although, long term, reshoring makes sense for some, at the end of the day, what reshoring does is remind executives at manufacturing companies to look at the long term, then decide what is best for the company. But this respite does not mean that manufacturing jobs are reappearing. labor force was 35 percent smaller than it is today).

Optimization Software 234

Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies St. Louis United States 234

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

Some US manufacturers, however, have resorted to airlifting supplies from China at a premium price. These smart operators include: John Deere: The agricultural vehicle manufacturer says it expects to spend $40 million (USD) on expedited freight to ensure there is no disruption in supply. The Electronics Industry.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain 52

Talking Logistics

JUNE 12, 2015

April 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). What this means from a supply chain and logistics perspective is that companies are able to analyze larger sets of data and solve more complex problems much faster than before (see A Case Study in Closed-Loop Operational Management ).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Forecasting Software Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2022

Deaths in Hong Kong are at a record level as COVID outbreaks slow freight at Shenzhen and Qingdao ports in China. The Port of Shenzhen –a central manufacturing and export hub including the Yantian terminal that handles 25% of all U.S.-bound Still, the manufacturing plants and distribution centers are closed.

Modeling 276

Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 276

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Case Study Agility: ZARA. As the fabric suppliers require the longest lead times, ZARA approves designs & initiates manufacturing after it gets feedback from its stores. Case Study Resilience: CISCO. Case Study Risk management: The All England Club. CONCLUSION.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 258

Unleashed

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

That means companies in logistics must continue to optimise their reverse supply chain functions and keep an eye out for sustainability partners such as packaging manufacturers and recyclers. It’s likely we won’t see any major changes to this loop in 2022, but we will see more steps taken towards its realisation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends 98

BlueYonder

AUGUST 6, 2013

The trade imbalance this causes is an interesting case study for the economists no doubt, but what about the transportation and logistics that will be needed to sustain this trade over the coming years?

Africa 66

Africa South Africa China Nigeria 66