SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Want to streamline your distribution operations? The field of distribution operations is rapidly evolving with the rise of eCommerce, with fierce competition between distributors. A well-designed Distribution Operations strategy can help businesses optimize their supply chain, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

Inventory Reduction 119

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 119

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JULY 3, 2024

Catalyst Phase Overview The Catalyst Phase is the execution stage where the selected distributor(s) are integrated into your distribution network and the strategies developed during the blueprint phase are put into action. This phase focuses on ensuring a smooth implementation, ongoing support, and continuous improvement.

Inventory Reduction 263

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Price Mitigation Strategies 263

GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

That means identifying areas of waste, overlap and large volumes and enabling continuous improvement through the use of transportation metrics to track performance. Leveraging data for continuous improvement makes transportation optimization more synonymous with managed transportation.

Optimal Sourcing 317

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Optimization 317

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2023

Shane is Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics , a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. Shane Hanson Bio Shane Hanson is an experienced logistics executive with over 30 years of experience in distribution. Shane Hanson and Joe Lynch discuss 5 reasons to leave your 3PL.

3PL 246

3PL Missouri Logistics Network Optimization Software Warehousing 246

Talking Logistics

JULY 10, 2014

This illustrates a key management lesson that is especially applicable in warehouse optimization: if no problems are being reported, then no improvements of efficiency are being made. Warehouse optimization is all about continually improving efficiency; a turnback is anything that causes a deviation from the established system.

Optimal Sourcing 233

Optimal Sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Warehousing 233

GlobalTranz

MARCH 15, 2018

This is where advanced algorithms come into play, enabling continuous improvement through embedded intelligence without disrupting operations, says Dr. Ravi Prakash Mathur via Digitalist magazine. Use RFID and (Soon) blockchain to improve visibility, traceability. Never stop improving.

Supply Chain Design Software 266

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design 266

My Office Apps

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How Artificial Intelligence is Changing Distribution Management Software The way businesses manage distribution of goods is evolving quickly with advancement of technology today. Traditional distribution management methods are giving way to emerging technologies, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is leading the charge.

Optimization Software 98

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

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

You can also consider setting up regional distribution centres to reduce long haul transportation, and hybrid or electric vehicles for last mile delivery where possible. Data Driven Carbon Tracking and Reduction Having robust carbon tracking across your supply chain enables better decision making and continuous improvement.

Material Savings 75

Material Savings Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 75

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Currently, it remains the case that as e-commerce continues to grow, most shippers, particularly multi-channel shippers, are still only just beginning to work out what this will entail for their distribution network infrastructures. Use them to continuously improve your organization. Read the full Post.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 321

Logistics Network Optimization Software Reverse Logistics Manufacturing Procurement Logistics 321

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 27, 2023

Just as the electric light bulb did not come from the continuous improvement of candles, I believe that supply chain planning improvements will not come from doing more of the same. Both oxymorons and juxtapositions add to the confusion in the successful deployment of planning. My goal is to drive change. I don’t think so.

Supply Chain Planning Software 365

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Supply Chain Design Software 365

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Walmart’s On-Time In-Full initiative is a compliance measure designed to ensure that freight arrives at a Walmart store or distribution center when it was supposed to, in the quantities expected. This was announced on the Retail Link portal for suppliers on January 30 th.

Shipping 312

Shipping Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 312

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Find the hot spots, get buy-in from the customers, create the context with the right expectations, take risks, and continuously improve and scale. ” Carl Doeksen noted that @3M has 240 factories worldwide, but they also have large distribution centers (DCs).

Supply Chain Software 320

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Boston DC 320

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Further, previously Ipsen had done distribution in-house. Internal distribution was not aligned with the growing volume of shipments they would need to support. Ipsen worked to relax this constraint by working with a new, responsive, distribution partner that would be able to scale to support the growing volumes. The results?

Customer Service 246

Customer Service Supply and Demand Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 246

DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 29, 2021

Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs continue to grow in importance as organizations strive to become agile and remain competitive. This is why making your lean and continuous improvement programs part of a digital transformation strategy is so important. 3 Key Transformation Goals: DELMIA 3DLean.

Continuous Improvement 296

Continuous Improvement Lean Waste Reduction Optimization Software 296

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2021

Distribution is no longer a backwater of the economy, due in large part to the upheavals brought on by ecommerce. But there is a technology gap between gleaming new automated facilities and tens of thousands of existing warehouses and distribution centers that pre-date the warehouse building boom of the past 5-10 years.

Optimal Sourcing 212

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 212

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Global trade disruptions Trade distribution continues to be impeded. In the long term, they evolve alongside your business, ensuring continuous improvement. They’re demanding more choices (SKU proliferation) and faster deliveries. These demands have a cascading effect throughout the entire supply chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 325

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Design 325

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 15, 2021

regional research into manufacturing and distribution companies during the Covid-19 period to date. And as a result, the Kenyan manufacturing and distribution sector is receiving half the help of the global average, with Value Add reduced by 0.1% These are both surprising negative impacts. in 2020/21compared to growing 2.5%

Manufacturing Procurement 104

Manufacturing Procurement Kenya Distribution Supply Chain Planning Software 104

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2017

They go over plans and analyze how they will affect inventories and distribution systems. Distribution, customer support and tight work with logistics systems. They work on continuous improvement of quality and efficiency of operations under their direct control. Distribution Manager. Logistics Manager.

Material Savings 102

Material Savings Transportation Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing 102

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2024

This ensures the secure, high-capacity, and bi-directional transfer of essential information such as master data on products, customers, production-distribution infrastructure, transactional data on sales, inventory status and position, transportation execution data, external data e.g. competitor pricing, weather, recommendations, action triggers.

Supply Chain Software 328

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software 328

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

This is not a continuous improvement exercise, but a matter of survival as greater unpredictability prevails in our markets, continually taxing resources, and challenging forecast accuracy on both the demand and supply sides.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 339

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Modeling 339

RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Distribution: Data-driven distribution networks utilize advanced routing and scheduling to ensure timely deliveries while minimizing transportation expenses. Production Scheduling: Aligning production with demand forecasts can reduce waste and improve efficiency. How is supply chain performance measured?

Sourcing Strategies 96

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 96

GlobalTranz

JUNE 1, 2018

Performance metrics can be used to provide real-time feedback, which helps keep employees motived and focused on continuous improvement. Improving network-wide inventory visibility. Benefits must focus on effects on warehouse operations and product cycles, as well as the following: Decreased staff turnover.

Supply Chain Design Software 240

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Forecasting Software 240

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2025

Organizations should continuously monitor key metrics such as automation adoption rates, decision quality, and user engagement. These value-add metrics help teams assess the impact of automation while providing opportunities for continuous improvement, ensuring that the technology evolves in alignment with business needs.

Supply Chain Software 155

Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 155

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

It covers KPI selection, data analysis, and performance improvement strategies. You will learn how to identify and track your organization’s most important KPIs, analyze performance data, and use insights to drive continuous improvement within the supply chain. Supply Chain KPIs add color to your organization.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Course Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 98

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

All these warehouses are used for storage and distribution of finished goods, the six new warehouses are brand new and involves complex operations (full pallet in and mixed pallet out or case deliveries)while the 25 warehouses have more standard /generic operations (full pallet in and full pallet out). 3PL Answer 1. Safety Manager in place?

Modeling 261

Modeling Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Scenario Planning 261

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2023

Cardinal Health, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical, surgical and laboratory products, is focused on continuous improvement of service. Global logistics leaders wanted to improve service levels, lower costs, and fortify Cardinal Health’s supply chain planning process.

Supply Chain Planning Software 244

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software Modeling Software 244

Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A dynamic platform that adapts to the evolving needs of the business, the cloud offers the flexibility and scalability to support continuous improvement and operational excellence. Plus, coordination between suppliers and manufacturers can be improved, reducing supply chain risks and ensuring high product quality.

Supply Chain Planning Software 200

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical 200

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 1, 2013

The supply chain needs to be managed as a complex system to drive continuous improvement against the supply chain strategy. I am teaching a number of workshops this month with well-intended clients that have defined supply chain as a limited function of distribution, manufacturing and procurement.

Illinois 253

Illinois Waste Reduction S&OP Supply Chain Planning Software 253

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

While more companies seek to move distribution centers and areas closer to consumers, less-than-truckload will become the standard process for meeting demands until all consumers live within 100 miles of a retailer’s distribution centers. Measure Performance, and Continuously Improve.

Shipping 184

Shipping Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Freight 184

GlobalTranz

JULY 13, 2018

The Solution: Minimizing Supply Chain Disruption Requires Analytics The only way to successfully minimize supply chain disruption is through continuous improvement. Continuous improvement can permeate every aspect of supply chain management, ranging from vendor management to reverse logistics. Download White Paper.

Analytics Software 192

Analytics Software Supply Chain Disruption Analytics Inventory Management Software 192

USC Consulting Group

JUNE 3, 2025

Its principles — such as continuous improvement, process optimization, and employee engagement — help organizations adapt to changing market demands. For instance, companies that implement Lean practices can respond swiftly to customer needs, reduce lead times, and improve product quality.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Lean 52

BlueYonder

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Todays large-scale manufacturing supply chains are more geographically distributed than ever. Shopfloor awareness, for continuous improvement Shopfloor monitoring takes the real-time functionality of APS software one step further. They produce more diverse, customized products than ever. Operating costs are skyrocketing.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 96

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Their products are distributed in more than 160 countries. Thanks to the continuous improvement program with ToolsGroup, we’re now at the point where we can confidently switch off our own manual overrides and put complete trust in the forecasts.” – Joseph Ludorf, Executive Director Supply Chain, CIPLA Medpro.

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Manufacturing 156

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

We took a holistic approach to accomplish this goal by developing training programs and tools to ensure that all employees had an accurate picture of total cost and how to drive improvements. I strongly believe diversity of experience and thought leads to improved performance. Our aim was to maintain a 3 to 3.5

Case Study 305

Case Study Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 305

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2013

The folks in the back office are good at process and continuous improvement. Suddenly, the term supply chain is being used to describe a department within the enterprise–often composed of distribution and logistics–and the concepts of supply chain management as a better way to run businesses are largely forgotten.

Turkey 232

Turkey Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Inventory Reduction 232

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

The primary best practices are ( read an extended version with graphical explanation here ): Straight Pooling: Using a pooling strategy does not increase handling costs as it substitutes pool point costs for an LTL carrier’s terminal distribution costs. Each order can be consigned to a customer assigned pool distribution facility.

Cost Reduction Strategies 267

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 267

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 12, 2017

Each year at Supply Chain Insights we study performance and improvement of companies in each industry. For the past four years, as we have done our work, we have tracked Novo Nordisk’s continued improvement against the pharmaceutical peer group. Performance and Improvement within the Pharmaceutical Industry for 2009-2015.

Pharmaceutical 150

Pharmaceutical Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design 150