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The global not-for-profit organization CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) has published a report: Supply Chain Sustainability Revealed: A Country Comparison. The report was written by Accenture Strategy. “While climate and water risks are apparent, the implications for businesses and economies reliant on complex supply chain models are less understood”, says Paul Simpson, CEO, CDP. MORE
Integrating planning decisions into a single system helps bring together all facets of supply chain planning, allowing for full scenario planning and comparison of KPIs that enables the generation of optimal plans. Manufacturing has always been a complicated affair. MORE
I find the process of negotiation, and comparison shopping tiring. This week, after ten years, I am test-driving cars. I have not owned a car for a decade. City living has come to an end and it is time for me to get some wheels. Buying a car is overwhelming. I just want one that works. MORE
Furthermore, some data may be of minimal use without comparison to and identification of trends and collaborations between data from other transactions within a given warehouse or transportation system. Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement. However, most of today’s data goes unused and represents a lost opportunity to the company. Unfortunately, data lacks value if not properly cleansed, transformed, and applied. MORE
None was able to perform scenario comparisons in real-time to discuss insights with stakeholders during the meeting. Sales and Operations Plan ning has become a standard process to improve business performance, collaboration and predictability. MORE
Last in a Series, we Look at Different Inventory Turns in 2014 by Dfferent Companies within a Sector MORE
Answering this question requires (1) a data set which can provide the correct basis of comparison (like the MLS in the housing market) and (2) employing an approach that controls for key differences between data points in the data set (like house size, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, in his analogy). Defining “good” requires (1) a basis of comparison, and (2) controlling for key differences between data points. MORE
Orbit Chart Comparison of L’Oreal and Estee Lauder. To understand the extent of the achievement, note the comparison to their industry peer group in Table 1. François-Régis Le Tourneau leads the efforts at L’Oreal for Standards & Prospective Process Improvement. MORE
Take a look at our comparison chart—if your supply chain was affected by Soudelor, it's likely to be affected by Dujuan. As Typhoon Dujuan batters Taiwan on its way to China's Southeast coast, transportation faces some disruptions. Learn from Soudelor to understand how you should act. MORE
While Growth of Green Products is Fast It Seems at Many Companies, Definitional Issues Make Comparisons Diffilcult MORE
It has certainly been evident this year that natural disasters can significantly disrupt the supply chain. And when recent hurricanes, earthquakes and wildfires began wreaking havoc, many shippers were left asking themselves: “How have recent natural disasters affected our transportation network?” MORE
Growth 10% (Year-over-Year comparison of 2013 versus 2014). Opinion makes up 50% of the rating; and in the ranking system, company comparisons are against each other with little consideration of industry drivers. A year-over-year comparison is not sufficient. MORE
Companies that invest in AMR can reap significant savings, and for comparison purposes, Amazon saves approximately $22 million in each fulfillment center that uses Amazon Kiva Robots, says Jim Romeo of Robotics Business Review. MORE
For many new elements of digital marketing, the supply chain and logistics world can appear mature in comparison. Nowadays, new marketing tools and strategies must be paired with an industry… Supply Chain Management digital marketing supply chain management MORE
Shopping today often includes online product research, comparison price shopping between sites, online customer reviews and more – arming consumers with a wealth of knowledge before they even set foot in a store. Retail is in the midst of a fundamental shift, thanks to the emergence of the digitally-savvy consumer. MORE
In comparison, in consumer products, P&G, Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart and Wegmans have championed many industry value-chain initiatives. In 1960, when I was in the first grade, healthcare spending was 5% of the US economy. Today, it is 17.9%. By 2025, the projection is 19.9%. Yowza! MORE
Supply Chain demand planning software supply chain execution software supply chain management solutions supply chain optimization software supply chain planning software comparison supply chain planning software definition supply chain planning software gartner Supply Chain SoftwareIn a recent study, Gartner estimates that 50% of Supply Chain Planning Solutions are not fully utilized1. MORE
The report is titled “Connecting to Compete 2014: Trade Logistics in the Global Economy” The index, which is based on survey data collected from more than 1,000 logistics managers, allows a comparison of 160 countries in terms of trade dimensions, such as infrastructure quality, customs performance and timeliness of shipments. Today, the World Bank has released its Logistics Performance Index 2014. MORE
Supply Chain Risk Drivers: A Comparison of Risk. ou Feasibility (noun) : The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done. Oxford Dictionary). In the 1990s supply chain planning was over-hyped. Then it was a new and promising technology category. The ride was wild and wooly. MORE
A head-to-head comparison between the two candidates for U.S. President and their positions on key industrial issues. read more. Global Supply Chain Gold MORE
Note the comparison to the larger population. As I write this blog, Valentine cards scatter my desk. This is the week for love: a time to send cards and letters to those that we appreciate. I am in the middle of sending the cards to my grandchildren. MORE
It supports your planners in their decision-making with real-time impact analyses, scenario comparisons and record-breaking optimization. Companies know that the customer is king. So, what does a king want? Customers want to be able to personalize the look and feel of their products. MORE
Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post The Holidays and The Logistics Crunch: It’s all about the Planning & a Fun Comparison of Logistics & A Successful Turkey Day! Have you started planning your Thanksgiving meal yet? MORE
Supply chain software system providers were slow to adopt mobile devices in comparison to the consumer markets. Obviously, supply chain systems don’t get replenished like consumer items but great strides have been made to make mobile technology available across all the supply chain platforms. MORE
Comparisons between the US and Europe. The research is an extension of the Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs survey that Gartner has run in North America for the past eight years and we are hoping to draw comparisons between the US and Europe. MORE
As the calendar determines the earliness/lateness of Thanksgiving and Christmas, all sorts of things happen to make year to year comparisons difficult. So, how can comparisons be made? MORE
With case studies, ROI comparisons and real-world examples, you’ll understand why a different type of TMS is needed to meet the modern-day needs of shippers, brokers and 3PLs. MORE
In Table 3, I share a comparison of the two methodologies. Supply Chain Leaders wanted a comparison by peer group (the Gartner Top 25 groups all companies together), and companies lower than 12B$ in annual revenue wanted a methodology to gauge success. MORE
They had to be publicly traded, we had to have a nearly complete data set for the years studied, and they had to have a peer group of at least six companies to be able to draw the comparisons. We know that this is not perfect; but it is the best that we could do, and we think that it is a fairer comparison than putting all companies in a spreadsheet and shaking them up without any consideration for peer group analysis. Today we published a new report, Supply Chains to Admire. MORE
Answering this question requires (1) a data set which can provide the correct basis of comparison (like the MLS in the housing market) and (2) employing an approach that controls for key differences between data points in the data set (like house size, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, in his analogy). MORE
Move Actually Make Current Numbers Look a Little Better in Comparison MORE
They do not have a peer group for comparison. We do not include them in the analysis because there is no peer group comparison. This year-over-year comparison, enables visualization of performance on two metrics. As a blogger, you can get feedback real time. Pretty cool. Right? MORE
While every company will agree that this data is VERY important, the lack of standard definition precludes comparison. For me, this was disappointing to see.This comparison is a good way to measure the effectiveness of forecasting processes. MORE
It’s a comparison between one or more things where performance is measured. A typical answer we receive when we ask a perspective client if they’ve done a supply chain benchmark is, “what is a supply chain benchmark?” That answer is simple – a supply chain benchmark is no different than any other type of benchmark. MORE
In comparison, September 2017 saw an 11.7% By all accounts, it looks as if the airfreight market from Asia has cooled a bit. According to the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines , September international air cargo demand as measured in freight ton kilometers increased 4.4% year-on-year. MORE
The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) recently released the results of its new, independent comparative tool for sustainable procurement ratings and EcoVadis is excited to share we’ve secured the highest ranking in the framework. MORE
Comparison Related Topics SCM Research
SEPTEMBER 1, 2015
The global not-for-profit organization CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) has published a report: Supply Chain Sustainability Revealed: A Country Comparison. The report was written by Accenture Strategy. “While climate and water risks are apparent, the implications for businesses and economies reliant on complex supply chain models are less understood”, says Paul Simpson, CEO, CDP.
EcoVadis
MAY 30, 2018
The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) recently released the results of its new, independent comparative tool for sustainable procurement ratings and EcoVadis is excited to share we’ve secured the highest ranking in the framework.
The Lean Supply Chain
DECEMBER 17, 2015
Comparison of Improvement Programs.
Supply Chain Digest
AUGUST 20, 2015
Last in a Series, we Look at Different Inventory Turns in 2014 by Dfferent Companies within a Sector
Speaker: Hannah Testani, COO, Intelligent Audit
We'll cover: How to get all your data into an apples-to-apples comparison so it's easier to strategize. You've probably noticed that shipping costs are going up. Have you ever wondered if your transportation spend is as optimized as it could be?
Cerasis
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post The Holidays and The Logistics Crunch: It’s all about the Planning & a Fun Comparison of Logistics & A Successful Turkey Day! Have you started planning your Thanksgiving meal yet?
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Material Handling & Logistics
OCTOBER 10, 2016
A head-to-head comparison between the two candidates for U.S. President and their positions on key industrial issues. read more. Global Supply Chain Gold
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 17, 2018
For many new elements of digital marketing, the supply chain and logistics world can appear mature in comparison. Nowadays, new marketing tools and strategies must be paired with an industry… Supply Chain Management digital marketing supply chain management
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 19, 2018
In Table 3, I share a comparison of the two methodologies. Supply Chain Leaders wanted a comparison by peer group (the Gartner Top 25 groups all companies together), and companies lower than 12B$ in annual revenue wanted a methodology to gauge success.
Supply Chain Digest
JULY 22, 2015
While Growth of Green Products is Fast It Seems at Many Companies, Definitional Issues Make Comparisons Diffilcult
Supply Chain Digest
AUGUST 24, 2015
Move Actually Make Current Numbers Look a Little Better in Comparison
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Elementum
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
Take a look at our comparison chart—if your supply chain was affected by Soudelor, it's likely to be affected by Dujuan. As Typhoon Dujuan batters Taiwan on its way to China's Southeast coast, transportation faces some disruptions. Learn from Soudelor to understand how you should act.
C3 Solutions
MAY 26, 2016
Supply chain software system providers were slow to adopt mobile devices in comparison to the consumer markets. Obviously, supply chain systems don’t get replenished like consumer items but great strides have been made to make mobile technology available across all the supply chain platforms.
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
Companies that invest in AMR can reap significant savings, and for comparison purposes, Amazon saves approximately $22 million in each fulfillment center that uses Amazon Kiva Robots, says Jim Romeo of Robotics Business Review.
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 19, 2015
While every company will agree that this data is VERY important, the lack of standard definition precludes comparison. For me, this was disappointing to see.This comparison is a good way to measure the effectiveness of forecasting processes.
Quintiq
DECEMBER 19, 2018
Integrating planning decisions into a single system helps bring together all facets of supply chain planning, allowing for full scenario planning and comparison of KPIs that enables the generation of optimal plans. Manufacturing has always been a complicated affair.
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 5, 2018
Orbit Chart Comparison of L’Oreal and Estee Lauder. To understand the extent of the achievement, note the comparison to their industry peer group in Table 1. François-Régis Le Tourneau leads the efforts at L’Oreal for Standards & Prospective Process Improvement.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Shopping today often includes online product research, comparison price shopping between sites, online customer reviews and more – arming consumers with a wealth of knowledge before they even set foot in a store. Retail is in the midst of a fundamental shift, thanks to the emergence of the digitally-savvy consumer.
3GTMS
JUNE 14, 2017
With case studies, ROI comparisons and real-world examples, you’ll understand why a different type of TMS is needed to meet the modern-day needs of shippers, brokers and 3PLs.
ToolsGroup
NOVEMBER 15, 2016
Answering this question requires (1) a data set which can provide the correct basis of comparison (like the MLS in the housing market) and (2) employing an approach that controls for key differences between data points in the data set (like house size, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, in his analogy).
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 30, 2017
It has certainly been evident this year that natural disasters can significantly disrupt the supply chain. And when recent hurricanes, earthquakes and wildfires began wreaking havoc, many shippers were left asking themselves: “How have recent natural disasters affected our transportation network?”
AIMMS
MAY 14, 2018
None was able to perform scenario comparisons in real-time to discuss insights with stakeholders during the meeting. Sales and Operations Plan ning has become a standard process to improve business performance, collaboration and predictability.
Aborn and Co.
JUNE 11, 2018
It’s a comparison between one or more things where performance is measured. A typical answer we receive when we ask a perspective client if they’ve done a supply chain benchmark is, “what is a supply chain benchmark?” That answer is simple – a supply chain benchmark is no different than any other type of benchmark.
Supply Chain Shaman
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
Note the comparison to the larger population. As I write this blog, Valentine cards scatter my desk. This is the week for love: a time to send cards and letters to those that we appreciate. I am in the middle of sending the cards to my grandchildren.
ToolsGroup
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Answering this question requires (1) a data set which can provide the correct basis of comparison (like the MLS in the housing market) and (2) employing an approach that controls for key differences between data points in the data set (like house size, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, in his analogy). Defining “good” requires (1) a basis of comparison, and (2) controlling for key differences between data points.
SCM Research
MARCH 20, 2014
The report is titled “Connecting to Compete 2014: Trade Logistics in the Global Economy” The index, which is based on survey data collected from more than 1,000 logistics managers, allows a comparison of 160 countries in terms of trade dimensions, such as infrastructure quality, customs performance and timeliness of shipments. Today, the World Bank has released its Logistics Performance Index 2014.
The Network Effect
FEBRUARY 6, 2015
As the calendar determines the earliness/lateness of Thanksgiving and Christmas, all sorts of things happen to make year to year comparisons difficult. So, how can comparisons be made?
Supply Chain Shaman
JULY 3, 2015
Growth 10% (Year-over-Year comparison of 2013 versus 2014). Opinion makes up 50% of the rating; and in the ranking system, company comparisons are against each other with little consideration of industry drivers. A year-over-year comparison is not sufficient.
Supply Chain Movement
FEBRUARY 26, 2016
Comparisons between the US and Europe. The research is an extension of the Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs survey that Gartner has run in North America for the past eight years and we are hoping to draw comparisons between the US and Europe.
Supply Chain Shaman
AUGUST 16, 2018
I find the process of negotiation, and comparison shopping tiring. This week, after ten years, I am test-driving cars. I have not owned a car for a decade. City living has come to an end and it is time for me to get some wheels. Buying a car is overwhelming. I just want one that works.
Supply Chain Shaman
AUGUST 7, 2018
In comparison, in consumer products, P&G, Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart and Wegmans have championed many industry value-chain initiatives. In 1960, when I was in the first grade, healthcare spending was 5% of the US economy. Today, it is 17.9%. By 2025, the projection is 19.9%. Yowza!
Cerasis
MAY 12, 2016
Furthermore, some data may be of minimal use without comparison to and identification of trends and collaborations between data from other transactions within a given warehouse or transportation system. Business practices have become synonymous with the application and collection of data for continuous improvement. However, most of today’s data goes unused and represents a lost opportunity to the company. Unfortunately, data lacks value if not properly cleansed, transformed, and applied.
Logistics Trends and Insights
NOVEMBER 4, 2018
In comparison, September 2017 saw an 11.7% By all accounts, it looks as if the airfreight market from Asia has cooled a bit. According to the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines , September international air cargo demand as measured in freight ton kilometers increased 4.4% year-on-year.
Supply Chain Shaman
JUNE 26, 2017
They do not have a peer group for comparison. We do not include them in the analysis because there is no peer group comparison. This year-over-year comparison, enables visualization of performance on two metrics. As a blogger, you can get feedback real time. Pretty cool. Right?
Quintiq
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
It supports your planners in their decision-making with real-time impact analyses, scenario comparisons and record-breaking optimization. Companies know that the customer is king. So, what does a king want? Customers want to be able to personalize the look and feel of their products.
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
They had to be publicly traded, we had to have a nearly complete data set for the years studied, and they had to have a peer group of at least six companies to be able to draw the comparisons. We know that this is not perfect; but it is the best that we could do, and we think that it is a fairer comparison than putting all companies in a spreadsheet and shaking them up without any consideration for peer group analysis. Today we published a new report, Supply Chains to Admire.
Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
Supply Chain Risk Drivers: A Comparison of Risk. ou Feasibility (noun) : The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done. Oxford Dictionary). In the 1990s supply chain planning was over-hyped. Then it was a new and promising technology category. The ride was wild and wooly.
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