The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 15, 2021

While a monolithic enterprise platform is no longer useful in today’s network-based world, it can still play an important role in aggregating and reporting the financial performance processes of the enterprise. The potential of the business network-based approach to supply chain management, is significant as proven by recent case studies.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. 2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management.

Inventory Reduction 74

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 74

QAD

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

This type of software is used by businesses to plan and oversee routine operations, such as supply chain management, manufacturing, services, project management, customer relationship management, risk management, compliance, accounting and procurement. Case Study #1: Noble Biomaterials. Enhanced data collection and reporting.

Case Study 52

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Reduced inventory: A manufacturing execution system updates inventory records with new production so that purchasing, shipping, and planning departments always know exactly what material is available. This saves manufacturing, transportation, storage, and inventory monitoring costs.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 29, 2017

Two years ago, I completed a research study on supply chain visibility. When the report published, it stimulated many conversations. As shown in Figure 2, few orders and purchase orders flow hands-free. We started with group ideation and the sharing of case studies. We then narrowed down use cases to test.

Supply Chain Network Software 170

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Precoro

MAY 22, 2023

This process, known as IT procurement, requires comprehensive steps with clear objectives and vendor selection criteria to ensure that technology investments align with business goals and yield a return on investment (ROI). This article encompasses the best practices for planning and executing successful IT procurement strategies.

Procurement Solutions 52

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ThroughPut

MARCH 27, 2024

While on one hand, predictive analytics analyzes historical data and market trends for accurate demand forecasting, on the other, customers are being offered personalized experiences based on their preferences, purchase history and behavior. Such detailed analytics also reduce retrieval times for faster order processing.

Case Study 52

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Claritum

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Address Procurement Strategy. Focus Procurement on supplier optimisation. Don’t lose Procurement’s focus on costs. Keep Procurement up to date. Procurement is a complex multidisciplinary team activity that crosses all areas of the business. Introduction.

Procurement Solutions 69

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 69

ThroughPut

MARCH 28, 2024

Food Production AI tools can drive advanced predictive analytics with precision forecasting for weather and crop yield predictions. Data collected from drones, sensors, and satellites can be analyzed by farmers to save time, and costs related to field trials, food inspections, and more. All for the good.

Case Study 52

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2017

The company has had to shut down or slow down production at various factories around the world due to a shortage of steering gears manufactured by its supplier Bosch, which in turn blamed the problem on one of its suppliers in Italy that is having problems delivering the casing for the steering gears. View Results. Total Answers 11.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 22, 2023

Blogs, whitepapers, case studies, videos – use these platforms to communicate your deep understanding of the industry. Here, free VPS hosting can help by providing a secure, high-performance platform for your website. Not only does this strategy build trust with potential customers, but it also bolsters your credibility.

Supply Chain Design Software 110

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RFgen

JUNE 30, 2023

Yet the reality is, 74% of respondents to the Digital Inventory Report reported that are not yet leveraging sufficient software means to streamline inventory management. Case Study: NFPC Enhances ERP to Gain 99.9% Reasons include cost, complexity, and fear of change.

Inventory Management Software 98

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

It’s a strategic reimagining of business models and processes, powered by cloud computing, big data analytics, and AI, making businesses more adaptive, responsive, and customer-focused than ever before. Ensuring reliable security performance is essential as organizations transition to more sophisticated digital controls.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Put simply, demand forecasting is when data is used to predict demand for a particular product and in what quantity – in other words, to forecast what you’ll need to purchase to minimise waste caused by either stocking out of a product or overstocking it. That data then goes to the company’s central inventory management system.

Inventory Management Software 98

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

ThroughPut

MAY 3, 2024

It helps coordinate the various supply chain activities, which include the complete range of procurement, development, implementation, commercialization, and delivery of the goods or services to the market. This involved procurement, maintenance, and transportation of military facilities, services, materials, and personnel.

Procurement Solutions 52

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Unleashed

MAY 19, 2020

Case study 1: Epic Brewing Company. Case study 2: Zeffer Cider. Don’t purchase any supply chain solution that is not Cloud or SaaS based. A well integrated ERP maximises your productive efficiency, ensuring your whole business is linked, right through from marketing to production and purchasing.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Claritum

MARCH 29, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Crazy World of Procurement. Assessing procurement automation solutions and service providers often includes comparison of features and functions, with weighting being given to those systems that have more features. 2 Crazy World of Procurement. Introduction. Further Reading.

Procurement Solutions 40

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. 2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management. Mini Case Study: Walmart.

Inventory Reduction 111

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Here is the latest report outlining the capabilities. I am updating this report.). This is the cornerstone of the safe and secure supply chain. A social security number is an authoritative identifier for an individual. In this case, the purchase was wooden pallets. Existing Supply Chain Networks.

Supply Chain Network Software 150

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Claritum

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. This article will look at how this high level distinction impacts procurement and will also dive deeper into some of the resultant differences between these groups that impact on the procurement function. So how do these differences affect procurement and supply. Introduction.

Optimal Sourcing 36

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RFgen

JUNE 22, 2023

Digital inventory records allow for transparency and reporting. Enterprise software purchases often come with their own consulting services or implementation teams for that very reason. Cloud ERPs running on PaaS are more secure and stable, but impose process standardization on its users. BUILD OR BUY?

Inventory Management Software 97

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 19, 2025

That was captured in the SOL report by the chart below, which shows uncertainty, as tracked by something called the Economic Policy Uncertainty Index from an organization of academics using the same name as the index. Source: State of Logstics Report 2025 May you live in interesting times, as the Chinese saying goes.

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RFgen

JUNE 8, 2023

After all, if products are not properly traced, accounted for, and utilized, there are far-reaching effects across the product life cycle, from procurement to delivery. Proper inventory management involves a holistic view of all products with the goal of ensuring a smooth supply chain operation and minimizing costs.

Inventory Management Software 84

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RFgen

JANUARY 18, 2024

As much as 70% of enterprise companies are migrating to an ERP system in the cloud , according to a report by Cloud Security Alliance. Responsibility for development, maintenance, upgrades, and security is shifted to the service provider. Real-time insights and analytics enable faster and better-informed decision-making.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 14, 2025

Globally, governments around the world are upgrading their procurement functions with a fresh perspective. The New Government Procurement Act is at the forefront of these reforms, introducing transparency, efficiency, and accountability in public spending. The Philippines has enacted the New Government Procurement Act (Republic Act No.

Government 90

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ThroughPut

APRIL 30, 2024

ThroughPut AI: For Making Intelligent Decisions Across the Supply Chain Watch On-demand Demo ThroughPut AI has been recognized as a Leading Vendor in the prestigious 2023 Gartner Market Guide for Analytics and Decision Intelligence Platforms in Supply Chain. The platform primarily helps predict demand and improve customer experience.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 12, 2015

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 ). Forecasting demands that we process hundreds of millions of pieces of data.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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SCMDOJO

MAY 18, 2023

They believed that physical presence in the office was essential for tasks such as planning, supplier communication, or key performance indicator reporting. Transparent pricing and secure transactions promote informed decision-making and effective budget management.

Supply Chain Design Software 111

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Precoro

APRIL 24, 2023

Reduces maverick spending Maverick spending refers to off-contract purchases from non-preferred suppliers. It occurs when employees bypass the standard procurement process while making unauthorized purchases, and it often results in higher costs and reduced visibility into spending.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Unleashed

JULY 16, 2024

Enhanced data security Cloud-based solutions typically offer robust security measures, including data encryption and regular backups. The drawbacks of BOM software include: Data security concerns. There is always a risk of data breaches, unauthorised access, and cyber-attacks if proper security measures are not in place.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Claritum

JANUARY 25, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. The level of understanding of procurement automation within a company influences significantly the adoption. There are many benefits for SMEs adopting Procurement automation. Better use of scarce resources to procure goods and services. A seamless and fast procurement process.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 30, 2024

Supply Chain Matters draws reader attention to a published report that depicts how branded company Nike made strategic mistakes in its online distribution strategy during the time of Covid , and how the shoe and athletic goods retailer is still recovering. They smack of Nike’s iconic branding message: Just Do it !

Inventory Reduction 52

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RFgen

MARCH 28, 2016

Health is a primary concern for consumers who purchase meal supplements and other nutritional products. CNN reported Garden of Life RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal merchandise was linked to 11 cases of salmonella infection. Consumers want to trust the labeling on supplements.

Industry 52

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RFgen

MARCH 28, 2016

Health is a primary concern for consumers who purchase meal supplements and other nutritional products. CNN reported Garden of Life RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal merchandise was linked to 11 cases of salmonella infection. Consumers want to trust the labeling on supplements.

Industry 52

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 24, 2020

Delivering on-time and in-full is essential to success and a metric used by retailers when evaluating partnerships with vendors of all sizes. But first, let’s look at the background of OTIF metrics and why they came to be. If unable to find a product in store, consumers are quick to turn their attention online and purchase goods there.

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Precoro

JANUARY 17, 2025

The company’s Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Assistant Procurement Manager shared their experiences in tackling procurement challenges and explained how Precoro provided the solution. Moreover, all analyses and reports were done manually using Excel.

Procurement Solutions 45

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

As history has shown, terrorist attacks (and how the world responds to them) affects oil prices, stock markets, consumer confidence and spending, and trade lanes — and they can trigger new regulations and security measures, which could increase supply chain costs and lead times. Abercrombie & Fitch Inc. and L Brands Inc.’s

Predictive Analytics Software 120

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