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Checklist for working capital management

Supply Chain Movement

Working capital management revolves around inventory, debtors and creditors. Some companies generate cash so quickly that they can even achieve negative working capital. 10 questions to assess working capital management. Supply Chain Media and software vendor Slimstock have developed this checklist for working capital management. >>Please

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10 questions about the benefits of S&OP for your organisation

Supply Chain Movement

Some companies have a well-developed sales & operations planning (S&OP) process as a safeguard for structured decision-making. Those companies take an integral view of supply and demand, including the financial impact of mediumterm risks. The managers of such companies make results-based decisions and are truly at the helm.

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Complex costs of transportation

Supply Chain Movement

To anticipate and respond to high customer demand, a modern Transportation Management System (TMS) needs to optimize inventory allocation. A TMS with inventory allocation enables shippers to monitor shipments down to the package level. This is an important aspect of managing freight spend. Checklist Freight Spend Management.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 4-8, 2016)

Talking Logistics

McLeod Software Unveils New Business Process Automation Solutions for Logistics Companies. downgraded the stocks of four trucking companies earlier this week — USA Truck Inc., I’ll highlight my key takeaways from the conference in a future post, but I’ll quickly mention some product enhancements the company announced.

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Updated IT Subway Map: Major acquisitions in SC software

Supply Chain Movement

as the advance of e-commerce continues, companies with an omnichannel approach are increasingly implementing specific order management systems. Companies have an ever-growing need for systems integration, not only internally but also externally with their chain partners. New Zealand. Norfolk Island. Northern Mariana Islands.

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KPI Key Performance Indicators in Supply Chain & Logistics

Logistics Bureau

Inventory stock turns in Days. Inventory management. Inventory levels. Why Do Companies Have Too Many KPIs? But in Supply Chain you would normally expect to see the following standard set, along with those that are more specific to your business needs. DIF – Delivery in Full. DOT – Delivery on Time. Warehousing.

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Mindmap for the Fashion & Luxury Goods Market

Supply Chain Movement

Adequate demand planning and accurate inventory investments are key to successful supply chain management in this fast-moving industry. Companies must invest in and balance their inventories more wisely to ensure optimal on-shelf availability in all commercial outlets. New Zealand. Norfolk Island. Northern Mariana Islands.