Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Aerospace Industry is characterized by high material costs (about 65-80%). Manufacturing systems and regulatory compliance are considered to be very complex, coupled with the limited number suppliers due to the high barriers to entry. Moreover, products can be shipped to stores in-time then lost sales is minimal.

Case Study 239

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 25, 2025

The topic/report will be on the logistics M&A so far this year. The report will be available free for paid Substack subscribers but I’ll provide a summary and a link to the report in case you’re interested in either purchasing it separately or paying for an anuual subscribtion to my Substack articles.

Purchasing Skills 67

Purchasing Skills Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Vendor Strategies 67

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The retailer is large and doing a lot of volume out of its DC, not to mention the rapid growth brought on by the recent pandemic. Chances are, if you purchased your WMS more than 10 years ago, your software may not be supported any longer. For example, processes will be different from picking to receiving to reporting.

Optimization Software 273

Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 273

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 8, 2015

If you are a manufacturing company or distributor, you most likely are using a warehouse or distribution center to make sure you are able to store inventory, replinish store fronts, and easily send goods to customers or receive goods for manufacture or distribution. A slot can be part of a shelf or the entire shelf.

DC 120

DC Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

One of the first things people ask when investigating voice picking and other mobile applications for their DC is “how will the new applications work with my existing systems?” These tools allow DC managers to optimize the hands-on process according to their specific needs, with no customization.

Optimization Software 239

Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software 239

Logility

MARCH 13, 2023

Yet they still struggle with contradictory pressures related to the cost savings of just-in-time manufacturing and inventory optimization, the economic realities of raw material shortages and inflation-induced pricing, and growing customer demand for sustainably made products.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Inventory Reduction 130

ThroughPut

MAY 3, 2024

From a manufacturing perspective, the best logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. It now shares similarities with Supply Chain Management Software (SCMS), to help deal with manufacturing operations, processes, vendors and suppliers.

Procurement Solutions 52

Procurement Solutions Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

SupplyPike

APRIL 10, 2020

Distribution centers are overrun and fairly chaotic right now trying to prioritize and fulfill orders, so be mindful of DC appointments and collect ready times to avoid OTIF or ORAD fines. You’ll need to work with your buyer on revising their purchasing plans to favor high demand items. Forecasting. Other considerations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand 98

Arena Solutions

APRIL 20, 2021

By providing an alternate and more sustainable energy source, this technology has enabled telecommunications companies to reduce their GHG emissions and carbon footprint across the globe. H2 PowerTech has developed a fuel cell technology, which uses hydrogen and oxygen to generate electricity in lieu of traditional power generators.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 98

PINC

APRIL 29, 2020

The global pandemic has thrown manufacturers, distributors, and retailers into a mode that most have never experienced before. Previously, the driver would be waiting in the lounge to talk to the DC after completing check-in.“ – L. Major Beverage Manufacturing company. trailer search.

Demand Planning Software 147

Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software 147

C3 Solutions

JUNE 19, 2020

Consumers are no longer bound by loyalty or geographic necessity in their purchase decisions. With consumers using their smart devices to make more and more purchases, retailers need a robust and always-on interface that makes shopping easy and fun, and transmits the order information to the fulfillment centre as quickly as possible.

Supply Chain Software 137

Supply Chain Software Distribution Retail Supply Chain Design Software 137

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2025

Least attention is paid to this category for the purpose of stock control and planning and procurement decisions for such items may be automated. Accumulation Bin: In manufacturing and assembly, an accumulation bin , sometimes called an assembly bin , is a location or receptacle into which components for assembly are gathered together.

Supply Chain Planning Software 76

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 76

o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

In particular, the landscape is being challenged with a number of fundamental drivers: The changing consumer preferences with the move towards fresh, natural/organic/healthy, convenience foods and locally sourced products but at the same time looking for value. as well as external drivers (weather, interest rates, new housing starts….),

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Modeling Material Savings 52

o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

In particular, the landscape is being challenged with a number of fundamental drivers: The changing consumer preferences with the move towards fresh, natural/organic/healthy, convenience foods and locally sourced products but at the same time looking for value. as well as external drivers (weather, interest rates, new housing starts….),

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 52

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales over $19 billion, more than 80,000 employees and more than 60 manufacturing and technology research centers globally. Also monitored were Whirlpool supplier SLA/KPI agreements. What core Logistics KPIs would you track?

Case Study 120

Case Study KPI Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 120

Talking Logistics

MAY 29, 2015

Descartes Reports Fiscal 2016 First Quarter Financial Results. Last November, JDA Software and IBM announced a “new integrated offering [that] will provide retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers with intelligent sourcing, fulfillment and order management capabilities.” Amazon Aims for Fast, Free Delivery (WSJ – sub.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Mexico Modeling Software 100

Enterra Insights

MAY 2, 2019

Phillips ( @EricaEPhillips ) reports some retailers were so desperate to find warehouse space this past holiday season they created pop-up warehouses in vacant suburban lots and parking garages.[1] Thanks to the popularity of e-commerce, warehouses are some of the hottest properties in real estate.

Warehousing 113

Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings 113

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

These key metrics become your organisation’s “multi-function display” and give you the primary data needed to monitor and manage “normal flight conditions.” ” Feel free to track lots more metrics in the background if you wish, but try to keep attention focused on the five or six “real KPIs.”

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software KPI 98

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 13, 2016

For example, a study by the FMI/GMA Trading Partner Alliance found that 78 percent of manufacturers do not use retailer-supplied forecasts in their own production and deployment planning. Manufacturing and distribution plans can no longer be based on what was shipped from the DC last month. It is now “connect and conquer.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 100

NC State SCRC

MAY 21, 2020

There’s zero transparency from the White House about how they’re allocating critical medical supplies, what is being produced, and how much is sent to the private market for purchase.” ” The Act would: Require publicly reported national assessments on a weekly basis to determine national critical equipment supply and requirements.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing Skills 52

Ware2Go

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

A distribution center (DC) or 3PL provides both storage and fulfillment and shipping services, but as the logistics industry evolves to meet merchants’ needs, the lines between a warehouse and a distribution center are much less distinct. Small retailers may purchase wholesale items online at wholesale marketplaces like Faire.

Warehousing 105

Warehousing Negotiating Skills Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Network Software 105

Veridian Solutions

JANUARY 23, 2019

retailers, up to 72 percent, lack click and collect capabilities, reports DC Velocity. Also, retailers must have full inventory visibility to know when product specs can be fulfilled through the storefront, as well as communicate with consumers regarding when their purchases will be ready for pickup. Ensure picker accuracy.

Retail 49

Retail Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Omnichannel Procurement Analytics 49

Veridian Solutions

DECEMBER 3, 2018

coli outbreak, reports Ashley May of USA Today. A Guide to the Warehouse Metrics Supply Chain Execs Should Track. The method of an integrated, robust WES allows supply chain managers to help manufacturers, or growers and harvesters in the case of produce, discover and act upon problems that led to contamination.

Supply Chain Network Software 45

Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software Food Warehousing 45

6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

From raw materials sourcing to warehouse operations , logistics technology , order fulfillment and beyond, there are dozens of points throughout the supply chain, all of which contribute to overall supply chain efficiency. It costs much less in energy and time to do everything in house. Dr. Scott Newton. TeleTracking. Charlie Kim.

Optimal Sourcing 55

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 55

BlueYonder

JUNE 23, 2015

Ready or not, manufacturers are being pulled into the Omni-channel world by the evolving needs and strategies of the retailers they serve. As retailers explore, experiment, and implement Omni-channel, many models are emerging on how to capture customer demand (multi-channel marketing and selling) as well as how to fulfill orders.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 40

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 23, 2021

An understanding of these dynamics was the goal of ARC’s survey-based research conducted with DC Velocity earlier this year (see DC Velocity Infographic in June 2021 issue). Our survey was conducted with respondents across manufacturing, wholesale, retail, and logistics service provider (3PL) sectors.

Manufacturing Procurement 271

Manufacturing Procurement Survey DC Apparel 271

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 6, 2024

CTS Cost To Serve – A method to calculate the total cost of servicing a particular customer or product. It includes all supply chain activities from manufacturing to delivery, helping businesses understand profitability at a granular level. TMS helps in planning, executing, and optimizing the physical movement of goods.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 75

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2023

Once completed, the facility will house 40 dual-port DC fast-charging stations, 40 electric vehicles and 40 electric refrigerated trailers. tractor fleet and sourcing 100 percent renewable energy by 2030, according to the press release. British supermarkets source peppers exclusively from Spain during the winter months.

Material Savings 273

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 273

Veridian Solutions

DECEMBER 3, 2018

coli outbreak, reports Ashley May of USA Today. A Guide to the Warehouse Metrics Supply Chain Execs Should Track. The method of an integrated, robust WES allows supply chain managers to help manufacturers, or growers and harvesters in the case of produce, discover and act upon problems that led to contamination.

Supply Chain Network Software 40

Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software Food Warehousing 40

Veridian Solutions

JANUARY 14, 2019

retailers, up to 72 percent, lack click and collect capabilities, reports DC Velocity. Also, retailers must have full inventory visibility to know when product specs can be fulfilled through the storefront, as well as communicate with consumers regarding when their purchases will be ready for pickup. Download WhitePaper.

Retail 40

Retail Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Procurement Analytics Omnichannel 40

RFgen

JULY 18, 2017

This may be a simple version of a distributed warehouse model, but even this method is highly reliant on careful collaboration between supply chain and warehouse managers. READ MORE: Solving common challenges in supply chain management using DC software ». IoT Disrupting Warehouse Models. Industry 4.0

Modeling Software 52

Modeling Software Modeling Warehousing Supply Chain Planning Software 52

RFgen

JULY 18, 2017

This may be a simple version of a distributed warehouse model, but even this method is highly reliant on careful collaboration between supply chain and warehouse managers. READ MORE: Solving common challenges in supply chain management using DC software ». IoT Disrupting Warehouse Models. Industry 4.0

Modeling Software 52

Modeling Software Modeling Warehousing Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

On the other hand, if you’re a business leader who must try to juggle supply chain effectiveness with that of marketing, sales, or manufacture, the following sections highlight the supply chain basics that your company must get right in order to maximise revenue and profit. “What?” ” I hear you cry.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Action Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Digital technologies, such as additive manufacturing, blockchain, and more secure IoT infrastructure, advance the freedom, speed and security of these flows. Direct the next best action within the constraints of time and cost. Stitch Fix is changing the shopping model completely, providing more service with less infrastructure.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 40

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Sarah Boisvert @fablabhub Sarah Boisvert is the author of The New Collar Workforce and founder of Fab Lab Hub that offers Digital Badges for skills such as 3D printing, robotics, CAD design and AI in manufacturing. Southern California is an expensive place to operate, so many of their manufacturing customers have embraced robotic solutions.

Warehousing 78

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 78

FLEXE

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Let’s take a look at the top three characteristics of a fast fashion supply chain: Short lead time from designer’s table to manufacturer. Better communication is the foundation for improving lead times between design and manufacturing. Quick and reactive manufacturing. Manufacturing is where all the lead time is.

Distribution 34

Distribution Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 34

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

On the other hand, if you’re a business leader who must try to juggle supply chain effectiveness with that of marketing, sales, or manufacture, the following sections highlight the supply chain basics that your company must get right in order to maximise revenue and profit. “What?” ” I hear you cry.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 40