Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

As physical stores opened, shut down and re-opened again, consumers became more flexible in the way they shop for, and purchase, just about every product. If 2020 and if 2021 proved anything, it’s that the omni-channel selling environment is here to stay.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

A Director of Operations, Warehouse Director or Manager, or even the Director of Supply Chain or Logistics, are always in the pursuit of continuous improvement as well as warehouse cost savings in both time and money. 5 Key Areas to Focus on in the Pursuit of Warehouse Cost Savings.

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Unleashed

APRIL 21, 2024

Conversely, the order fulfilment process in this example might include picking the packets of coffee beans from the warehouse shelf, packaging them securely with the correct shipping label, and dispatching them for delivery to the customer’s address. The customer’s information and payment are verified for accuracy.

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Gone are the days of tedious, manual processes; today, AI-powered solutions are streamlining operations, enabling businesses to focus their human resources on strategic initiatives rather than routine tasks. It supports vast data storage, high computational power for AI algorithms, and enables the integration of diverse BPA tools.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 16, 2023

A backorder presents an opportunity for businesses to continue to make sales on products that are temporarily out of stock. Goods available to be purchased on backorder can mean the difference between a lost sale and a satisfied customer. The inability to purchase out-of-stock goods will usually send a customer elsewhere.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 12, 2023

This article explores the benefits of good BOM management, the role of a BOM manager, and how to manage your BOMs effectively with best-practice processes, software, and equipment. A BOM typically includes information such as part numbers, descriptions, and quantities of each item.

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RFgen

APRIL 10, 2023

With advancements in warehouse technology, businesses now have access to powerful tools, such as mobile barcode software, which greatly improve inventory management processes. Chief among these improvements is accuracy. Many warehouses operate with some level of digitization but rarely exceed 99.6%

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

This is the second part of my series on various ways to reduce overall costs as it relates to logistics and warehouse cost reductions. Today, I will now address how a focus on inventory will allow for warehouse cost reductions as well. A Focus on Inventory Control Begets Warehouse Cost Reductions. First, data integrity is vital.

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6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Every warehouse strives for efficient order fulfillment. There are many factors that can impact costs, from warehouse replenishment practices to the warehouse equipment deployed to support the fulfillment process. ” Meet Our Panel of Warehouse Pros: Nate Masterson. Dave Masterson. Nate Masterson. MapleHolistics.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

This is the first of a two-part series where I will curate and cull information from my 4 decades of experience in logistics cost reduction at various positions in the supply chain. Ensure that your warehouse operation is safe. Analyze labor reduction for any warehousing operation. Try warehouse mobility in your four walls.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Shoppers can now enjoy more personalised buying journeys, as merchants make it faster and easier to find the products that they’re most likely to purchase. Goods are being produced, procured, and delivered more efficiently with reduced costs. But with every hyper-advanced AI solution comes new concerns and risks we must keep in mind.

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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. Providing customers with updates, including tracking information, allows them to access real-time progress of their orders.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We enable them by providing high-quality supply chain on-demand courses, guides, best practices, tools, and mentoring from industry experts. We have Courses like S&OP deployment, Supply Chain Digitalization , , and Negotiation in Procurement.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 31, 2023

Therefore, information about customer demand must be available through the supply chain for this system to properly work. Strive for continuous improvement Finally, lean logistics is not a stagnant or one-off process. Key disadvantages of lean logistics include: Requires powerful inventory software.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 15, 2018

From the Blockchain in Trucking Alliance (BiTA) to the use of the internet of Things, explains i-Scoop , intelligent supply chain management is changing the game for traditional warehouses, retailers, consumers, and employees alike. Use RFID and (Soon) blockchain to improve visibility, traceability. Never stop improving.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Without it, you’ll struggle to accurately measure profitability or make informed decisions around inventory management and cash flow. This number can then be used as a benchmark for continual improvement, supporting sustainable business growth. What is inventory carrying cost?

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Veridian Solutions

AUGUST 21, 2018

As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. percent of retail chains offer in-store returns of merchandise purchased online. Increased speed in warehouses. Automate warehouse and supply chain management systems.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

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). WMS= Warehouse Management System. Where did they go?

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 28, 2017

Here are the four key foundational components of the digital yard, and what each looks like in action: Use software to eliminate islands of information. Achieving this goal starts with implementing a software package that can manage repeatable processes consistently across your organization.

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

This refers to planning, coordinating, and executing the flow and storage of goods and services, including activities such as transportation, inventory management, order processing, warehousing, packaging, and security. The global last-mile delivery market size is expected to reach $61.57 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 16.7%

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Veridian Solutions

MAY 6, 2019

In part ones of our two-part series on improving warehouse productivity, we listed best practices to increase throughput using automated systems and data. Even the best systems will have limitations, and issues may arise following any new software implementation or change in activities. Create Virtual Experiences for Customers.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

If you’re selling products, your customers should feel confident that they can negotiate with you in the event their purchased goods arrive damaged, incorrect, or are no longer required. However, that same year, software company Steam announced a new open refunds policy and it was immediately abused by online users.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

When businesses align production and procurement schedules with demand, they optimize their supply chain processes. SCMDOJO’s Inventory Optimization Tool will save you 30 hrs of time if you do it yourself to get all the proper recommendations. It does this by identifying seasonal trends and demand patterns.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Imagine stepping back in time to visit a large warehousing operation in 1990. Now imagine what the distribution center of 2045 will look like if technology continues to disrupt logistics as profoundly as it has done since the 1990s. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

Today I will discuss how a company can sustain a lean culture once they have implemented lean practices in order to achieve continuous improvement. I use a method I call managing for daily improvement or MDI. How can we Continuously Improve Daily and Sustain a Lean Culture and Behavior?

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crisp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By exercising best practices for scope 3 emissions reporting, CPG organizations can meet growing retailer expectations and gain full-range visibility into their supply chain to identify areas for sustainability and continued improvement. Example: The tea company purchases a new truck and factory.

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Logility

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The primary business drivers to moving to the cloud are: Leveraging a network of data and information – A cloud environment creates enormous value for the supply chain by leveraging a network of data and information to allow greater collaboration and continuous innovation.

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HICX Solutions

AUGUST 11, 2021

SXM Webinar Series with Art of Procurement. In the first of a three-part Art of Procurement Live Webinar Series ‘Putting the Supplier Experience at the Forefront of Strategic Procurement’ in partnership with HICX, we focus on how to make the business case for Supplier Experience Management (SXM). .

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Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Shippers need to keep operations flowing and use tools to handle the upsurge while keeping customers satisfied.”. Carriers can house shipment information letting suppliers and customers know where their goods are and when to expect them to arrive at the next destination. Get products as local to customers as possible.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 5, 2024

But with the ever-growing complexity of global supply chain networks and the urgent need for disruption-immune operations, supply chain executives are increasingly realizing that the need of the hour is to focus on tighter inventory control if they wish to continue growing their margins and positive customer experiences.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Specifically, up to 56 percent of consumers will abandon online order purchases if presented with a shipping charge. The only solution lies in taking advantage of the most cost-effective shipping solutions available by gaining an understanding of freight allocation, including both planning and spend. Lower cost of shipping.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Some logistics involves transportation or warehouses or both. It is evident, the two most popular themes around logistics in 2014 based on these page views have to deal with Reverse Logistics , e-commerce , and information around the warehouse. We thank all of our readers who have read our posts. Read the full Post.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

There’s always an opportunity to improve. Efficiency can be continuously improved upon. Look to automation and tools to help reduce the time spent on tasks. Using this information can help you make smart decisions about your business. So where can the time come from?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Higo said in response to the VMI for Supply Chain Cost Reductions post was: “Very informative article, thank you. I took our line of fasteners: bolts, nuts screws and washers and put them in one location in the Warehouse. No Purchase Orders were used. So, I hope the next article explains the evolved VMI model.”

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Warehouse inventory management is a sometimes complicated, always-vital process for managing a company’s physical goods. With the right approach, effective warehouse inventory management will help you increase productivity and profitability while keeping customers loyal and happy. What is warehouse inventory management?

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Oracle SCM

JULY 12, 2017

As if the largest economic crisis since the Great Depression wasn’t enough of a challenge to the supply chain industry, the introduction of the smartphone and advanced analytics into the marketplace disrupted the industry further by providing an exponentially growing consumer base and easy access to goods and information. FREE EBOOK.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 27, 2016

As digitization continues to modify the global supply chain landscape, its unprecedented data sources and solutions will lead to not only the demise of disparate information systems, but to the rise of true, end-to-end, supply chain visibility. Augment and Set Visibility Tools In Place.

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