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Is Seamless OmniChannel Possible? How to Avoid Supply Chain Technology Hiccups

GlobalTranz

Unfortunately, a lack of understanding in omnichannel supply chains has also led many companies to experience extreme issues in delivering on their promises. In addition, some may feel that growing into a seamless omnichannel sales strategy is impossible without supply chain technology hiccups, but that is not true.

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6 Manufacturing Trends to Watch Out for in 2016

GlobalTranz

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. We look at 6 core areas that manufacturing companies will take a long look at as they gear up for a successful 2016. E-Commerce for Manufacturing. Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions.

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Key Trends and Themes for Supply Chain and Logistics in 2024

SCMDOJO

These technologies can examine huge portions of data from multiple sources, and recognize patterns and tendencies that would be impossible for humans to discern. According to a recent survey, 91% of manufacturers plan to “spice up” AI technology with supply chain data analytics by the end of 2024.

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6 Strategies for Better Supply Chain Management in the Current Economy

Oracle SCM

Companies tripped over themselves to build ecommerce portals, and one-click purchasing grew in relevance. Effective strategies coupled with a well-defined plan and the right tools helped supply chain professionals alleviate fulfillment pressures and readied managers for market changes in the future. Agility is the name of the game.

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Warehouse Cost Reductions: 3 Understandings Driven By Inventory Management & Lean Principles

GlobalTranz

Purchasing can place the order and negotiate prices; Production Planning can release these items based on the latest Material Requirements Planning (MRP) report. Source: [link]. Using Lean tools, without a complete cultural shift, creates a Lean façade. Use “shadow boards” for tools. Lean is a new way of doing business.

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50 expert tips on logistics planning and strategy

6 River Systems

As the biggest players in fulfillment, distribution and omnichannel retail continue to push boundaries, logistics and planning strategists are forced to innovate. ” — Sue Welch, CEO of TradeStone Software, as quoted in A Unified Supply Chain , Forbes; Twitter: @Forbes. Make room for collaboration.

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23 warehouse pros reveal the best ways for warehouses to control & reduce fulfillment costs

6 River Systems

. “In our company what has worked best is what we call, the magic formula, the software + method…” . Choose software that facilitates the valuation and control of permanent inventories based on inputs or outputs, with automated stock alerts, that is versatile and independent of the type of business.