Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

US homes 8 retailers keeping Earth Day alive through a commitment to sustainability Ground parcel delivery costs reached a record high in Q1, although pricing discounts from carriers softened the blow, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index. tractor fleet and sourcing 100 percent renewable energy by 2030, according to the press release.

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Supply Chain Network

JUNE 15, 2011

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) released its 22nd “Annual State of Logistics Report®,” presented by Penske Logistics, today at a press conference at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Inventory carrying costs increased 10.3 The report reveals that business logistics costs rose to 8.3 percent of U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2018

A combination of automated trucks, conveyor systems, and picking robots will enable inventory to pass through the DC with very little direct human intervention. The idea is to make rail-freight transport viable over sub-1,000-kilometre distances and to ease highway congestion. Autonomous Trucks, Trains, and Drones. In the Air.

Supply Chain Software 46

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

A WMS is a software platform that collects real-time information on all the moving parts of a distribution center (DC) regardless of size — whether it’s manned, fully automated or even a dark DC, equipped to handle inventory based on systems commands. If it’s part of the warehouse, it’s captured and reflected in the WMS.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 77

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Pivot88

JULY 9, 2019

Excess & Obsolete inventory. Logistics costs & air freight. Pivot88’s quality software offers the possibility to do easier and faster inspections in all stages of manufacturing from lab tests, T1-T2, incoming, inline, final and DC, in order to have true 360º visibility on your products’ quality. . • Unplanned service.

Quality 66

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 30, 2015

China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. That leads to extra inventory and extra costs and hence necessitates a substantial level of turnover in order to be financially feasible. Regional DC.

China 60

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

So how can Brick And Mortar Retailers turn their stores into a competitive advantage plus a source of greater profitability? They can either markdown the goods or they can return the items back to the DC. Additionally fulfilling E-Commerce orders from your DC is likely to be slower, and more expensive.

Distribution 54

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In higher-traffic markets, Advance Auto Parts has “hub” stores that keep more inventory in-stock to give customers what they need when they need it. Bed Bath & Beyond is also implementing inventory reduction strategies and is on track for a 5% reduction year-over-year by the end of the current fiscal year.

Supply Chain Design Software 45

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Logility

DECEMBER 14, 2012

This year’s 2012 Sailing to New Heights with Logility Award was presented to KGP Logistics, one of the country's largest single-source value-added suppliers of supply chain services, communications equipment and integrated solutions to the telecommunications industry.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

With this varied inventory, plus a large direct sales force in more than 170 countries and an unpredictable sales cycle, effective supply chain management is critical for continued growth. Whirlpool has not always considered logistics a competitive advantage. Also monitored were Whirlpool supplier SLA/KPI agreements.

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Supply Chain Network

APRIL 3, 2012

To achieve full efficiency, the supply chain needs secure, accurate and timely data on the inventory status and condition of its products. The CMR-6100 is easy to install and maintain, requiring only connecting it to an AC or DC power source – or even a solar power source – and attaching RFID antennas.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 15, 2020

Much of the product was sourced from vendors all over the world, most significantly from Asia, where the company had absolutely zero experience in sourcing, supplier management, or logistics. When asked however the Supply Chain Inventory Planning team was confident that we had enough space. Books were easy.

Distribution 58

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2019

Much of the product was sourced from vendors all over the world, most significantly from Asia, where the company had absolutely zero experience in sourcing, supplier management, or logistics. When asked however the Supply Chain Inventory Planning team was confident that we had enough space. Books were easy.

Distribution 50

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2015

First, being able to manage inventory much more efficiently because it all can be seen, down to the individual SKU-level. The net result of a more reliable, predictable supply chain relates directly to the ability to reduce safety stock and overall inventory. Two significant benefits stem from this. Prior to joining Transplace, Mr.

Supply Chain Design Software 100

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