GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

Manufacturers have always struggled to know their customers. Customers can place orders online, by phone, in person and in nearly any other means desirable. Unfortunately, this means manufacturers face an even greater challenge, as more customers translate into greater use of customer service.

Manufacturing Procurement 205

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Procurement Analytics Price Reduction 205

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 30, 2022

Transportation optimization involves analyzing goods shipments, transportation rates, and restrictions to create a plan that reduces the overall costs and makes the process more efficient. Optimizing the goods transportation process means reducing delays. This helps reduce transportation costs and saves time and effort.

Optimization Software 95

Optimization Software Supply Chain Optimization Price Mitigation Strategies Transportation 95

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Today, I speak at the North American Manufacturing Association, Manufacturing Leadership Conference, in Nashville on the use of data to improve supply chain resilience. Expand the “FLOW” program for logistics information sharing to forecast transportation flow. We are not clear on definition. My conclusion?

Supply Chain Design Software 303

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Software 303

QAD

APRIL 19, 2022

2022 Predictions for CPG Manufacturing. Consumer Packaged Goods and Food & Beverage manufacturers continue to face these pressures and more. Manufacturers and processors redesigned how they introduced new products during the pandemic and how quickly, meeting consumer demands for sustainable, health-conscious products.

Manufacturing 97

Manufacturing Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Beverage 97

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

I recently talked to a former executive at a global automotive manufacturer. The project was focused on the spare parts supply chain – the delivery of car parts and aftermarket accessories to automotive dealers and repair shops across Europe from their OEM vendors as well as their own manufacturing facilities in Europe.

Vendor Strategies 230

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Modeling Inventory Reduction 230

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2018

Going back to the Industrial Internet of things (IIoT), the use of Internet-connected technology increases risk in manufacturing. billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing. However, the risk is well worth it.

Manufacturing Procurement 199

Manufacturing Procurement Analytics Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Software 199

Unleashed

JANUARY 14, 2024

Manufacturing inventory management is crucial to the success and profitability of your manufacturing operations. This guide for manufacturers explains how it works and explores the most effective ways to manage inventory in manufacturing.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Inventory Management 52

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 25, 2018

Cerasis is excited to announce the release of an all new, exclusive, & educational resource “The Trends that Will Forever Shape Manufacturing in 2018 & Beyond” white paper! This is a must read for those in the manufacturing industry to stay on top of their games!

Trends 151

Trends Manufacturing Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 151

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

Georgia-Pacific and its subsidiaries manufacture and distribute a wide range of consumer products, including bath tissue, paper towels, napkins, tableware, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, and building products. However, good customer service also demands quick answers to customers’ order inquiries.

Georgia 225

Georgia Optimal Sourcing Modeling Modeling Software 225

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Nicole is the Founder & CEO at Candor Expedite , a critical expedite service provider as well as a white-glove B2B company. Logistics is in Nicole’s DNA having held several operational positions for a variety of transportation brokerage companies over the years.

Supply Chain Network Software 247

Supply Chain Network Software Company Logistics Network Optimization Software Illinois 247

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The manufacturing-centric company is used to strangling suppliers and demanding terms. The low Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and the growth below the industry average comes from the lack of network design and organizational alignment between new product development, manufacturing, and procurement. So, you might ask, why?

Manufacturing Procurement 195

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 195

QAD

JULY 1, 2021

What are Total Manufacturing Costs? Your total manufacturing costs are essentially an expense analysis that calculates how each of your company’s departments contributed to producing a finalized product. This looks at all stages of the manufacturing process from raw materials to work-in-progress to final result.

Manufacturing Procurement 89

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Cost Reduction Strategies Purchasing Skills 89

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We continue our series on the most read articles from the Cerasis blog for 2015 today by featuring any of the blogs in the transportation management or transportation categories. . We've already listed the top 10 manufacturing articles, the top 10 supply chain articles, and yesterday, the top 10 logistics articles.

Transportation Management 120

Transportation Management Transportation Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies 120

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. The focus of the transportation suites was on cost mitigation and price negotiation. Customer service is red. Here are some examples: Manufacturing: Lowest manufacturing cost, Operational Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and Asset Utilization.

Supply Chain Planning Software 278

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics 278

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

Continuous improvement is part of the game in manufacturing. Among the new trends in manufacturing improving the industry, additive manufacturing and cloud-based systems will push manufacturing forward in 2017. Let’s take a closer look at final five trends in manufacturing to watch for in 2017.

Supply Chain Design Software 120

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

The high-revolution has given emerging markets the opportunity to become fully developed, increasing the number of consumers and manufacturers. To maintain your role in the global market, you need to understand how 3PLs contribute to an improve transportation networks. Greater Supply Chain Savings Thanks to Transportation Management.

Cost Reduction Strategies 156

Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies Expense Reduction 156

OptiProERP

MARCH 21, 2023

We live in an era where it is hard to imagine the manufacturing industry without robots, sensors, and computer-enabled software systems. The fourth industrial revolution made manufacturing smarter. The manufacturing sector embraced automation using IIoT, Cloud computing, and cognitive computing technologies. the term Industry 5.0

Supply Chain Design Software 59

Supply Chain Design Software Industrial Industry Supply Chain Software 59

DELMIA Quintiq

APRIL 30, 2020

Many manufacturers depend on impacted networks for their supplies and the strain on planning organizations is jeopardizing business continuity. What are some of the ways that manufacturers might improve their resilience, to address the crisis today and also to prepare for the recovery and the future?

Supply Chain Planning Software 285

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Industrial 285

BlueYonder

MAY 17, 2022

At the same time, tire manufacturers have suffered from extreme volatility, raw material shortages with rapidly rising prices, a shortage of global transport capacity and increased costs caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic and additional disruptive forces. However, this isn’t the end of the industry’s concerns.

Modeling 52

Modeling Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Planning Software Network Optimization 52

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 9, 2024

Nvidia, Northrup Grumman, PACCAR Inc, PCA (Packaging Corporation of America), ResMed, Rockwell Automation, Ross Stores, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) Company, Tempur-Pedic, TJX, Toro, Toyota, West Pharma, United Tractors, and Urban Outfitters. The group’s response is, “Are these supply chain metrics?” be careful.

Supply Chain Planning Software 287

Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Gartner 287

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The gaps in expectations between planning and functional organizations like manufacturing, transportation, and procurement are large and growing. The use of AIS, GPS, and Trucking Telematics to improve deployment and routing in transportation. Again, this requires the redefinition of current transportation engines.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies Real-time Visibility 195

Unleashed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Here we provide an overview of the latest pet food industry trends, and answer the question: how can pet food manufacturers respond to changes in consumer demands to take advantage of these new trends? manufacturing had seen five years of consistent growth. manufactured?pet pet food manufacturers?significantly grow to $2.9

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Food Inventory Management Software Manufacturing 98

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Unfortunately, the market has now become saturated with sub-par manufacturers and fly-by-night suppliers. OEMs Need a Manufacturer With a Proven Record of Delivery on Speed, Price, and Quality. OEMs also need to work with lighting manufacturers with a proven record of delivery on speed, price, and quality.

Price Reduction 305

Price Reduction Internet of things Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction 305

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. Simmons Foods Simmons Foods is a farm to fork poultry manufacturer. The freight market is mercurial.

Procurement Solutions 203

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 203

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

3rd party logistics services include 5 major categories: 1.) Transportation 2.) Special Services. Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Staffing Solutions, which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. Transportation 2.)

Logistics Network Optimization Software 244

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Agile and Lean Supply Chain Colombia 244

GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2017

Rather than looking at it with only two options, shippers need a third solution; they need to take advantage of an LTL transportation management system (TMS), focusing on how leveraging today’s systems, like the Cerasis Rater , can maintain profitability and drive expenses down. Think about the benefits you want from your TMS.

Transportation Management 139

Transportation Management Optimization Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software 139

ThroughPut

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Making The Case for an AI-Driven Transportation Management Software . A sound Transportation Management Software can make a lot of difference here for logistics businesses. AI-powered Transportation Management Software – Defining the areas of impact .

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Forecasting Software Predictive Analytics Software 52

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 30, 2023

John’s company is a process-based manufacturer and Anne’s ERP solution is a better fit for configure to order which leads to limitations. The specific solution has little capability to improve cycle stock management through better production planning, or in transit inventory based on transportation decisions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 312

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 312

RFgen

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Just in Time Manufacturing is a business-centric approach focused on efficiency. Lean manufacturing emphasizes customer desires. Each type prioritizes the elimination of waste, improved efficiencies, and a focus on customer value. How do you choose the right manufacturing method for your business?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

ToolsGroup

MARCH 24, 2021

There are many pieces of the modern manufacturing supply chain. All manufacturing echelons–raw materials suppliers, factories, distribution centers, and wholesalers–need to ensure that the right stock is in the right place at the right time to truly serve the end customer. This is no easy task.

Modeling 270

Modeling Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Network Optimization 270

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Every day, retailers and manufacturers are challenged to balance ambitious customer service promises with profit margin protection. Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it.

Optimal Sourcing 230

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling 230

Logility

AUGUST 23, 2021

To ensure long-term growth and protect customer loyalty, businesses need to strive for the automation of supply chain planning. Success in this area requires the ability to fulfill market demand through dynamic sourcing, flexible production and manufacturing plans, low distribution costs, and short lead times.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 130

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

Newer technologies have created entirely new methodologies for improving manufacturing, and the outlook is brighter than ever. So, let’s take a look at how our predictions for the first four manufacturing technology trends (Predictive analytics, 3D Printing, and VR) to watch for in 2016 stacked up. VR tends to replace the entire image.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Predictive Analytics Procurement Analytics Predictive Analytics Software 120

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

The advancements in 3D printing and 'Additive Manufacturing,' coupled with supply chain efficiencies, could make distributed manufacturing a reality, ushering in the era of smart manufacturing. The Continual Coverage and Now Reality of Smart Manufacturing with 3D Printing.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Alloy 120

GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2015

This is especially true when outsourcing transportation management, as transportation can include a large part of your overall supply chain and business costs. One company may outsource IT hosting capabilities while another outsources customer service and yet another fulfillment needs. Here are the details.

Transportation Management 120

Transportation Management Transportation Report Demand Planning Software 120

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

By the end of the year, I realized that the arrival window was merely being postponed automatically and repeatedly at the same cadence, so I called customer service. The distribution center (DC) hadn’t released the order, but customer service didn’t have access to the right systems to see exactly what was wrong.

Supply Chain Planning Software 225

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 225

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

3rd party logistics services include 5 major categories: 1.) Transportation 2.) Special Services. Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Solutions Group , which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. Transportation 2.)

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software 130