GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2025

Keeping shipping costs under control is no small task — and unpredictable freight fuel surcharges make it even tougher. To stay ahead, you need a clear strategy for understanding and forecasting these charges. That's why a fuel surcharge strategy is crucial for shippers. With so many variations, you can't afford to guess.

Price Reduction 156

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Negotiating Skills 156

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Treating suppliers as essential partners in the field of direct spend management—almost like customers—can be a key component of a successful company strategy. We remind why suppliers are critical for supply chain success and what CEOs and business leaders can do to improve supplier relationships.

Manufacturing Procurement 292

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software 292

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2025

Increasing concerns over mass supply chain disruptions. Its a rollercoaster for logistics and supply chain leaders operating in global markets. Businesses are facing greater volatility as tariff changes wreak havoc on supply chains, operational costs, and overall profitability.

Sourcing Strategies 260

Sourcing Strategies Global Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software 260

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

Standard sizes and categorizations play a crucial role in determining the costs associated with shipping products that meet standard criteria in fulfillment centers. The fulfillment process is further complicated by ongoing shifts in customer expectations and demands and geo-political and weather disruptions.

Optimal Sourcing 240

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies Sourcing Strategies 240

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2025

While the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) offers powerful incentives to build a domestic clean energy supply chain, a concurrent strategy of imposing steep tariffs on imported components, particularly from China, is creating a policy paradox. Because the U.S. However, U.S. With the U.S.

Cost Reduction Strategies 175

Cost Reduction Strategies Policies Price Reduction Expense Reduction 175

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 28, 2024

While 87% of supply chain leaders say their organization has made significant investments to improve supply chain resiliency, 19% admit that today they are unprepared to face supply chain disruptions due to supply shortages. “To

Supply Chain Execution 282

Supply Chain Execution Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 282

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Based in Aberdeen, the new entity aims to pool resources, reduce costs, and boost profitability while increasing production from 140,000 boed in 2025 to 200,000-220,000 boed within five years. billion Rosebank oilfield. billion Rosebank oilfield.

Supply Chain Planning Software 307

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 307

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Given the many aspects of retail operations outside a business’ control—from supply chain disruptions and labor shortages to inflation and interest rates impacting both operational costs and customer behavior—the fulfillment challenge this peak holiday season is acute.

Resource Reduction 217

Resource Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies 217

Precoro

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Read on to explore key AI use cases in procurement, the challenges businesses face, strategies to overcome them, and the exciting opportunities AI brings for the future. What sets AI apart is its ability to factor in external influences, like market shifts, supply chain disruptions, or geopolitical risks.

Price Reduction 105

Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction 105

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 29, 2025

We’ve laid out six common causes of such Supply Chain disruptions along with potential solutions for each one, giving you the means to put your own contingencies in place. Natural Disasters Natural disasters can wreak havoc on your supply chain operations, causing severe disruptions.

Supply Chain Disruption 80

Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies 80

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 1, 2025

A customer case story presented showed significant speed improvements in identifying process issues and reductions in employee time spent on this task, potentially leading to substantial annual savings through improved early payment discounts. The strategy strongly focused on enabling customer success and accelerating innovation.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 223

Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Predictive Analytics Software 223

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 2, 2025

tariffs, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and looming changes to the de minimis threshold for low-value imports from China are keeping global supply chains on unstable ground. Just when shippers catch a break, the landscape shifts again, forcing procurement teams to adjust strategies in real time. tariffs are reshaping freight.

Price Reduction 130

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Negotiating Skills 130

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2025

vehicle imports remains in place, though discussions on reducing it are ongoing. Steel and Aluminum The agreement eliminates the 25% tariffs previously applied to UK steel and aluminum exports to the U.S. ethanol exports to the UK have been eliminated. Exports beyond this threshold will be subject to a 27.5% Tariffs on U.S.

Negotiating Skills 162

Negotiating Skills Pharmaceutical Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 162

ToolsGroup

MARCH 12, 2025

But businesses that get inventory optimization right can boost service levels by 3-5% while reducing overall inventory by 15-30%. Doesnt reducing inventory hurt service levels? This allows companies to achieve higher service levels for critical products while reducing excess inventory for slow-moving items. Wait, what?

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Modeling Optimization Software Supply Chain Optimization 156

Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Why should companies align their business strategy with product lifecycle management (PLM)? Aligning PLM with your business strategy offers numerous benefits—from innovating next-generation products to faster time to market, to synchronizing with global environmental initiatives.

Waste Reduction 70

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies 70

ToolsGroup

MARCH 18, 2025

Your Aftermarket Supply Chain is More Complex Than You Think: Stop Guessing, Start Optimizing Lets be honest: managing spare parts inventory requires specialized strategies unlike any other inventory management process. Reduced spare parts inventory by 30% while maintaining optimal availability. The outcome?

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction 156

ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 30, 2025

Supply Chain Management – SCM – The Coordinated Process of Producing and Delivering Goods and Services from Suppliers to Consumers – Conceptual Illustration In todays rapidly evolving global marketplace, supply chain disruptions have become a regular occurrence.

Sourcing Strategies 78

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 78

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Beyond addressing labor shortages and operational costs, these technologies represent a strategic revolution in productivity, speed, and precision. An emerging trend is also the integration of edge computing with robotics, enabling real-time decision-making and reducing latency in automated systems.

Supply Chain Design Software 156

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings 156

ToolsGroup

MARCH 26, 2025

Higher costs, trade disruptions, and evolving consumer behaviors make maintaining stable supply chains increasingly difficult, underscoring the critical role of strategic safety stock management in maintaining operational resilience.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning 156

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Businesses have shifted from supply-focused approaches to demand-driven models, yet many still struggle to balance accuracy with agility. Traditional forecasting methods often fail under high variability, leading to excess costs, stockouts, and obsolescence. What is Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain Management?

Forecasting 156

Forecasting Modeling Supply and Demand Forecasting Software 156

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Businesses have shifted from supply-focused approaches to demand-driven models, yet many still struggle to balance accuracy with agility. Traditional forecasting methods often fail under high variability, leading to excess costs, stockouts, and obsolescence. What is Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain Management?

Forecasting 156

Forecasting Modeling Supply and Demand Forecasting Software 156

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 16, 2025

The Resilient Supply Chain! Passing Fad or Long Term Strategy? Supply chains are believed to be the backbone of your business operations. They’re fragile ecosystems that can lead to severe losses when a disruption occurs. Supply chain disruptions are unpredictable but can be controlled.

Supply Chain Disruption 59

Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings 59

ivalua

JUNE 3, 2025

Below, we’ll explore what TEI entails, the key findings of the Ivalua TEI report, and how Ivalua drives value through improved Procurement and accounts payable efficiency, supplier management improvements, and cost reduction. Reductions in operational overhead and improved supplier engagement. What is Total Economic Impact?

Vendor Strategies 130

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 130

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Balancing increased demand with consistent quality and controlled costs is difficult but essential for manufacturers looking to expand. Understanding Scaling Manufacturing The manufacturing business relies on scalability to increase production output efficiently without a proportional increase in costs.

Material Savings 92

Material Savings Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 92

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For the past few years, the news has been filled with stories about supply chain disruptions, supply chain fragility, and the need for supply chain resilience. A term once prominent in supply discussions optimization isn’t heard quite as often as it used to be.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Modeling Optimization Software 130

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

You’ll learn how to leverage data to streamline operations, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and exceed customer expectations. Understanding Modern Supply Chain Optimization Modern supply chain optimization blends data analytics with day-to-day operations to create agile, efficient networks.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Modeling Inventory Reduction 98

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Why Your Procurement Strategy is More Critical Now Than Ever Before In an era of global supply chain disruptions, a robust procurement strategy is no longer optionalits essential. The right procurement strategy ensures that organizations: Mitigate risks before they escalate.

Optimal Sourcing 59

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Disruption Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 59

Precoro

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This team controls what’s bought, from where, and at what cost for the entire organization. These benefits aren’t just about lower prices; they’re also about reducing transportation and inventory costs, which can really add up over time. They also continuously track supplier performance.

Pricing Training 105

Pricing Training Expense Reduction Price Reduction Purchasing Training 105

ivalua

JULY 3, 2025

Direct and indirect procurement are two fundamental approaches in supply chain management, each serving distinct functions within an organization. Both focus on improving efficiency and reducing costs but differ in their strategic approach and impact on the core business operations.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 130

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Five years ago, we all thought the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the most disrupted supply chain landscape we would ever see. Since then, supply chain disruptions and volatility have only increased. We were wrong. They are also limited by their supplier, carrier, and trading partner networks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 331

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software 331

Precoro

MARCH 27, 2025

Rising costs, supply chain chaos, and economic swings put businesses under enormous pressure to protect their margins. According to McKinsey & Company, procurement accounts for 50% to 80% of a company’s cost base. That’s why organizations zero in on strategies to achieve procurement cost reduction. 

Cost Reduction Strategies 45

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies 45

GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2025

Is your business facing rapid growth, supply chain disruptions and/or unpredictable customer demand? If so, optimizing your inventory management strategy can be a game-changer. In short, blind shipping helps streamline your supply chain, making it easier to manage both excess and low stock levels.

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 156

Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In recent years, global manufacturing and supply chain operations have undergone a significant shift. To achieve greater product differentiation and reduce expenses, companies are outsourcing design and development work to contract manufacturers (CMs) and other domain experts. Moreover, U.S.

Material Savings 70

Material Savings Expense Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 70

SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2025

Consider this your business suddenly faces a major supply chain disruption. But the truth is, a fragile supply chain can make or break your companys success in today’s world. A resilient and agile supply chain isnt just a competitive advantage; its a survival tool in the face of unpredictable challenges.

Vendor Strategies 73

Vendor Strategies Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction Resource Reduction 73

Kinaxis

MAY 29, 2025

Automotive: Managing tariffs; overcoming supply constraints and cost surprises For automotive manufacturers , tariffs don’t just impact costs—they create major supply constraints. Solution: Real-time scenario planning combined with agile sourcing strategies to maintain supply chain continuity.

Modeling 130

Modeling Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings 130