Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Increasingly, companies will take sustainability criteria into account in their purchasing decisions. Schneider Electric and EcoVadis Christophe Quiquempoix, VP of Sustainable Procurement at Schneider Electric shared his insights during a panel discussion at EcoVadis Sustain Conference 2023.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

Cost reductions in food manufacturing can be achieved by using food manufacturing software that improves ordering processes and minimises overstocking of expensive raw ingredients. The right software will also improve operational processes, boost warehouse efficiency and reduce waste. Working with fresh food.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

For example, Maersk ordered eight 16,000 TEU vessels to be operated on carbon-neutral methanol fuel, while DHL has purchased large amounts of sustainable aviation fuel and ordered 12 all-electric cargo planes. It comes from the annual customer survey conducted by logistics software company Transporeon.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 1, 2015

I am speaking this morning at the Terra Technology conference and doing a book signing of my new book, Supply Chain Metrics That Matter. Selling licenses does not translate into implemented software. ” LLamasoft: Recycled Software Assets Offering Hope? The LogicTools product was purchased for $15 million in 2007 by ILOG.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

I know that your primary focus is procurement. Or planned orders to purchase orders?) I observed companies use the beer game as an educational tool or a social networking activity. If you are at the North American CSCMP conference, stop by and listen to the story of Nicole Miera from LKQ and Margo Cohen from Nestle.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 27, 2015

That’s how JDA Software’s CEO, Baljit Dail, summarized the feedback he was getting from customers and partners at FOCUS 2015 , the company’s user conference held last month in Orlando, FL, which had more than 2,000 attendees from 30 countries. “It feels like a new JDA.”. The value of IT is in how you use it.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 25, 2021

of revenue on IT solutions and expensive solutions to improve performance, yet degrade balance sheet results against peer group sectors in tough markets? The first reason is that it is a bad use of a resource. The focus on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) sucked up company resources. The reason?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2022

Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business. 3PLex was then purchased by Maersk. Delivery software and service companies like Delivery Circle are helping companies leverage technology to make local delivery service more efficient and profitable.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Founded in 2000, Steelwedge was an innovator in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and was an early provider of cloud solutions for supply chain. I asked him over and over, “Is the market ready for a solution for JUST Sales and Operations Planning?” The supply chain management software market had soured.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 3, 2013

The solution solved a relevant industry issue. In the height of the e-commerce craze, the marketplace offerings started with a focus on e-procurement. At the time, the popular belief was that Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) technologies would build multi-tier capabilities. Transora had a short history. Clear governance.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 2, 2016

During the spring, I get to spend a lot of time in airplane(s) attending and speaking at technology confer ences. The technology market for new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is drying up. Software maintenance costs are rising for the CIO. Consulting and software are very different business models.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2018

Demand for these solutions, from both shippers and brokers, continues to grow because companies want to identify and implement better ways to plan and execute their transportation and logistics operations, which is what ultimately delivers value. is what drove the first wave of demand for real-time freight visibility solutions.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

That was my opening question to the executives attending last month’s Elemica reveal 2014 Conference in Frankfurt. But at the same time, supply chains are challenged by complex logistics, systems issues, legal requirements, and lack of resources.” What do the Germany World Cup Team and the Boston Red Sox have in common?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2021

Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business. 3PLex was then purchased by Maersk. Delivery software and service companies like Delivery Circle are helping companies leverage technology to make local delivery service more efficient and profitable.

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QAD

MARCH 12, 2019

The theme for this year’s Explore customer conference is “The Speed of Business,” which is to be held May 6-9 in New Orleans. Customer Case Study: Integration and QAD Automation Solutions. Customer Case Study: Adient’s Rapid QAD Automation Solutions Global Implementation. Procure to Pay – A Day in the Life.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

The most important resource in manufacturing is people. Skills: programming equipment, setting up tooling, using preventive maintenance, safety systems , machine set up and re-set up. Getting back to the first post about " What is Manufacturing? ", with MRP we generated Purchase Orders (POs) and Manufacturing Orders (MOs).

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QAD

MARCH 16, 2022

A company that uses advanced, connected software will yield more valuable information to work with, since their system will provide real-time data and a thorough look into operations across the company. . Purchasing additional equipment may also be needed if the demand will be consistent. ERP Solutions Can Help.

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Precoro

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Are you planning to implement enterprise resource planning software but have some concerns about budget overruns, project delays, and disruption of business processes? We have all heard horror stories about poorly implemented ERP solutions that take forever to see a return on investment or, even worse, never actually come to fruition.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 30, 2023

Analysts at NielsenIQ observe, “Positive consumer sentiment toward sustainability has been growing for more than a decade, but the impact of purchasing preferences has yet to inspire a green revolution within the retail industry. Both consumers and enterprises in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector are taking notice.

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Kinaxis

JULY 19, 2016

They expect to be able to make purchases and receive service in that same lightening quick timeframe. All three presented great keynotes at this year’s Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference, and all three said the same thing. That’s what it can be like for some using legacy enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

He wanted to build depth in the S&OP process; but, he had not been able to convince his management team to purchase an S&OP technology. The IT department was certain that they needed a tightly integrated business solution for S&OP and that they needed a licensed application and full-blown implementation team to get it right.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The order fulfilment process covers every step required to get goods to the people who purchase them, from the moment a customer places an order to when they receive their purchase. It also ensures that resources are used efficiently. Order fulfilment is how an order is received, processed, and delivered to a customer.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 3, 2015

Executive, after executive, lament, “They have purchased many technologies and sponsored many projects to reduce inventories, but they are not seeing results.” To counteract these business shifts, companies have invested in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and. Implement with Knowledgeable Resources.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 23, 2015

Strategic Human Resource Development System. Both parties must develop human resources to improve operations. Human Resources should be trained for continuous improvement. With LEAN initative implementation , human resources become process and problem solvers. Solution 3 : A consultant has partnered with a KPI Analyst.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

Manufacturers need to focus on their core in order to stay competitive, and technological tools, such as our Cerasis Rater, a transportation management system , allow for streamlined process in managing transportation, giving back precious time, money, and focus to our manufacturing customers. billion individuals join the consuming class.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 12, 2022

Although fuel prices will continue to be a primary topic of conversation at the dinner table and in conference rooms for some time, many other intriguing supply chain events are worth following. With the development of TMS and WMS integrations, analytics in transportation no longer needs to be an untapped resource.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2016

According to a press release issued by Brambles (parent company of CHEP ), the purchase price was $115 million, a nice premium over the $45 million Brambles paid for LeanLogistics in March 2008. Just as important is how the company organizes the rest of the team, including R&D, sales, marketing, customer service, and human resources.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

You’ll need to handle your time and resources sufficiently to make the most of them. Free Marketing Tools – Use Them. It’s a total waste of resources to develop a concept that isn’t received by the correct audience! Make the most of these tools! Organization. Networking. So be thrifty, my friend!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 9, 2021

How will anyone determine whether one should invest in cryptocurrencies or the philosophy behind the same purchase securities when there is too much noise and misleading knowledge about it? However, the 16-bit Percentage (service provider worth to purchases ratio) is a formula that resembles a P/E ratio for Blockchain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 30, 2017

As the market fades on the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Advanced Planning Systems (APS), consultants are seeking the new and promising next-thing. In the past, I have given Infosys and Jabil a hard time for focusing on the sale of a software product. We had over 750 sign-ups for the session. Too Few Facts.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. So, with darts in hand, here are my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2016: The Transportation Management System (TMS) market will become more barbell-shaped as Software-as-a-Self-Service solutions emerge. and L Brands Inc.’s

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Whether you are a large or small business, sales tools are available from B2B to B2C, which you can use successfully if you have a LinkedIn profile. By checking the activities carried out by the competitors, many mistakes can be avoided, as well as wasting time and financial resources. How to make a good marketing plan using LinkedIn?

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Next year’s conference will be on September 8th-11th in Franklin, TN, south of Nashville, TN. The design of the conference includes tours of several modern warehouses and centers of excellence. Most can only measure functional costs—transportation, manufacturing, and procurement. 6 The Only Constant Is Change.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 11, 2012

I have written many articles about Advanced Planning Systems (APS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Advanced Inventory Optimization. ” Technology vendors have pushed advanced math and new technologies into the market, and early adopters have adopted the tools. You see it conference after conference.

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Supply Chain Opz

JULY 15, 2018

. - In the B2B (business-to-business) environment such as enterprise software, the customer acquisition cost is extremely high. The reason is that the acquisition process is very long. Customer value, satisfaction, loyalty, and switching costs: an illustration from a business-to-business service context.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

When they come back from the shop floor, admin-staff and managers will not only have more knowledge, but it will be of a kind that can enhance their performance and serve your company well in backing up the regular manual resources in your operation. Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, by Robert M. Monczka, Robert B.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Driving the trend are big-data tools popularized by online retailers that take the guesswork out of picking goods. But I believe there are downsides to relying only on software and algorithms to make smart decisions, as I discussed in Is Software Making Us Dumb? , Her instinct turned out to be right.

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