Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2014

If you’re a supply chain or logistics executive and you’re looking for ways to improve as a leader this year, here are my five recommendations: 1. For a long time, C-level executives viewed supply chain management, especially the logistics function, as a cost center. But what about resolutions to help us improve at work? more often.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Best Practices like Logistics KPI Dashboard , Inventory Optimization Tool , Excess and Obsolete Inventory Guide , etc. Professionals in this field often find themselves venturing into manufacturing, IT, technology, ERP systems, and even commercial roles.

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DynaSys

JANUARY 20, 2021

Logistics issues reduced service levels, which slowed payments. Finally, be mindful of the currency expected for your receivables and payables. Make the prevailing currency of your customers your company’s default currency for receivables and payables. B2C customers stopped buying.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? What will happen in 2016?

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 30, 2015

In earlier posts, I talked about order aggregation , new inventory replenishment policies , why a network model makes so much sense , and the all important ASN. The problem isn’t just the global logistics themselves, but the coordination of the assets being moved as part of the larger inbound supply picture.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 6, 2023

The value of the US Dollar consistently increasing during 2022 against other global currencies, providing added headwinds to counties and businesses globally in the form of added inflationary cost pressures. Global manufacturing activity as depicted by the J. Business Sentiment. a 30-month low. Prediction Implications.

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3PL Insights

MAY 3, 2021

May 03, 2021— Evans Distribution Systems, a leading provider of third-party logistics and supply chain solutions, launched a new business intelligence tool: evans365. As a logistics service provider, we are always trying to add value to our customers,” says John A. “As Data is the new business currency. MELVINDALE, Mich.,

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2016

Did you come up with any New Year’s resolutions to improve as a supply chain and logistics leader this year? From “5 New Year’s Resolutions for Supply Chain & Logistics Executives” originally published on January 14, 2014: 1. If you have your own list of resolutions, please post a comment and share. Ask “What are the risks?”more

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Supply Chain Matters provides a side panel supplementary update to our prior posted blog highlighting the latest reported September and Q3 global and regional PMI indices that indicate manufacturing contraction has begun. Noted was that 90 developing countries have seen their currencies weaken against the high U.S. dollar this year.

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ivalua

JULY 22, 2015

Leading manufacturers have proven that best-in-class strategic sourcing can create measurable and sustainable shareholder value by contributing to top line growth and bottom line profitability. Financing, hedging, and currency plays. The first two signs dealt with goal alignment and understanding internal customer needs. alternatives.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 23, 2020

Here are 6 ways Artificial Intelligence brings radical Efficiencies in the Supply Chain & Logistics Cycle: 1) Bolstering Planning & Scheduling Activities. 2) Inventory and Demand Management. Bringing in the perfect balance here, is mastering the art of inventory management. Guest Post by Anita Raj, AI & Industry 4.0

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 29, 2013

We have been taught, as supply chain leaders, that over the last decade supply chain processes have improved costs, shortened cycle times, improved customer service and decreased inventory. Based on our recent research, we find that only 1% of process-based companies are making progress on both operating margins and inventory.

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Kinaxis

APRIL 18, 2019

Temperature, timing, and few supply options with no buffer inventory to satisfy demand are all risk factors along with the fact this is a high touch supply chain requiring extremely talented individuals. Coordinating regulatory approvals with the ability to manufacture could make or break capturing market share.

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Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Recent inventory corrections have caused carrier volumes to stagnate, frustrating carriers and highlighting hopes for volume normaliza t ion in 2023. Prices are adjusted on an annual basis by DHL Express, taking into consideration inflation and currency dynamics as well as administrative costs related to regulatory and security measures.

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BlueYonder

MAY 16, 2018

During the conference, 90 executives from the manufacturing, retail and logistics industries attended the Executive Exchange, sponsored by KPMG LLP (KPMG). Manufacturers’ Investment in the Supply Chain. Manufacturers are clearer about their strategic direction and focus than retailers.

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BlueYonder

MAY 16, 2018

During the conference, 90 executives from the manufacturing, retail and logistics industries attended the Executive Exchange, sponsored by KPMG LLP (KPMG). Manufacturers’ Investment in the Supply Chain. Manufacturers are clearer about their strategic direction and focus than retailers.

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Material Handling & Logistics

APRIL 2, 2018

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in March, and the overall economy grew for the 107th consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report on Business. Fiore, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Business Survey Committee: .

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 1, 2017

While this conference was not focused on supply chain, hearing the impact of digital on human learning, health technologies, smart cities, manufacturing, cybersecurity, video capture and more reinforced the importance of JDA’s work on our Digital Edge innovations. Industry 4.0, Industry 4.0,

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Supply Chain Insights

JULY 6, 2017

Blockchain is the framework or data structure that was created to house the transactions of the digital currency or “cryptocurrency” like bitcoin. And if you’re thinking about the Book of Revelation and are concerned about one-world currencies, well, yep, that is certainly how it may come about. Doesn’t that make sense?

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Africa-based executives had by far the highest rate of reporting logistics shocks (48%), not a surprising result given the poor state of infrastructure across much of the continent. Oil price and logistics operating cost follows a linear pattern, and if we double our fuel prices, operating cost would increase by about a factor of 1.8.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 1, 2017

While this conference was not focused on supply chain, hearing the impact of digital on human learning, health technologies, smart cities, manufacturing, cybersecurity, video capture and more reinforced the importance of JDA’s work on our Digital Edge innovations. Industry 4.0, Industry 4.0,

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Unleashed

MAY 3, 2021

.” Eloments has to use inventory management software to keep track of each tea blend they produce. Enter Unleashed inventory software. When we launched the product we did a trial manufacturing run and then realised we needed a very good inventory management system,” said Hirsch. It’s a very powerful program.

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EMERGE App

DECEMBER 18, 2018

They range from small-batch soap manufacturing to the distribution of sports car parts. It firmly cemented China as the world’s manufacturing hub. The voracious appetite of US consumers for goods — from Apple products to Xmas trees — saw China become the de facto manufacturer of consumer goods.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

Mounting expectations of supersonic speed and efficiencies between suppliers and business partners of all types further underscores the need for the industry to leverage the prowess of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) in supply chains and logistics. ACCURATE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT. AI in Supply Chains – The Business Advantages.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Major businesses have had to completely re-consider previous supply chain strategies that were largely centred around lean manufacturing, just-in-time delivery and reducing operating costs. Inventory and Capacity Buffers. Whether in the form of underutilised production facilities or inventory in excess of safety stock requirements.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 23, 2020

Here are 6 ways Artificial Intelligence brings radical Efficiencies in the Supply Chain & Logistics Cycle: 1) Bolstering Planning & Scheduling Activities. 2) Inventory and Demand Management. Bringing in the perfect balance here, is mastering the art of inventory management.

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Vinculum

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Utilizing Amazon world-class logistics, powerful tools and best-in-class customer service to simplify selling internationally, you can easily make your business growing. Instead you can use Amazon’s Currency Converter used for sellers which helps you sell on Amazon). Monitor your inventory. How to start selling internationally?

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Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. With globalization, the need to partner with local logistics service providers becomes an imperative.

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Elementum

AUGUST 2, 2022

The direct impact of this phenomenon is weakened purchasing power of other currencies relative to the Dollar. Selling products in US markets for USD, and then converting back to local currencies, will be a win- win proposition for those who can do it. For one salient example, at the beginning of 2022, the Euro was worth $1.13.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. These disruptions significantly impact just-in-time inventory systems and cause substantial upheaval in the supply chain schedules of numerous organizations. Currently, just 12 percent of chips are made in the United States, with the bulk manufactured in Asia. billion in federal loans.

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Bristlecone

APRIL 8, 2019

In today’s global economy, supply chains include all the people, systems, vendors, suppliers and processes involved in designing, making, selling, inventorying, shipping and delivering a product. If his wagon lost a wheel and he was delayed a day, it was an inconvenience, but his customers, all local, would still be there the next day.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 5, 2024

Slight Rise in Global Wide Production Activity Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® was headlined with back-to-back expansion levels in February. The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI® rose from 56.5 Manufacturing Among the two reported PMI reports relative to U.S.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 19, 2018

Very often it comes from a logistics services provider, one equipped with end-to-end solutions designed to meet your needs while you concentrate your time, energy and investment in your core business. The Broader Value Proposition of a Logistics Center of Excellence. But where do you gain that visibility? Source: GEODIS.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Exclusive: Wal-Mart seeks to test drones for home delivery, pickup ( Reuters ). Some follow-up thoughts based on the comments received: First, from a supply chain and logistics perspective, I believe Walmart continues to innovate and lead the industry in many areas.

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QAD

APRIL 4, 2023

QAD has bolstered our cloud offerings with new adaptive manufacturing and supply chain capabilities that enhance user productivity and support informed and intelligent decision-making. It provides the production insights needed to rapidly respond to unplanned inventory shortages, equipment failures and productivity slowdowns.

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ShipBob

MAY 19, 2023

In the highly competitive world of retail, businesses are constantly looking for ways to attract new customers and move inventory. A markdown in retail is a deliberate reduction in the original selling price (often referred to as MSRP, or manufacturer’s suggested retail price) of a product. What is a markdown in retail?

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Unleashed

MARCH 5, 2024

eCommerce automation helps businesses maximise productivity by optimising daily processes such as inventory management , fulfilment, and customer service. Logistics Receive real-time shipping updates; optimise shipping routes; send automated delivery notifications to customers.

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