AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Scenarios to assess DC closures and the impact of shutdowns . Another use case we see for scenario modeling in the current context is evaluating new sourcing locations. A recent Thomas survey found that 64% of manufacturing companies are likely to “bring production and sourcing back to North America” in view of COVID-19.

Modeling 177

Modeling Network Design Software Network Design Scenario Planning 177

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2023

The warehouse and DC industry has always had somewhat of a gig culture, owing to seasonal and temporary labor needs. In the warehousing space, popular platforms include Talroo, warehousegig.com or gigsmart.com. Technology and its availability are also at the core of what makes certain work more attractive in the warehouse.

Optimization Software 209

Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Modeling Software Warehousing 209

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

Demand sensing involves the use of the external data sources – particularly the latest sales and market data – to improve short-term forecasting and then be able to use that improved understanding of consumer behavior to improve their supply planning. The company chose 4Flow to do transportation planning and execution in Europe.

Supply Chain Planning Software 207

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 207

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2021

The need to know where products are, whether they are on the way to the warehouse, store, or customer, is critical to ensure a positive experience. For ocean cargo, there are multiple sources feeding into ETAs, including the initial Captains ETA as well as ASI data from ship transponders.

Real-time Visibility 247

Real-time Visibility Transportation Forecasting Software Predictive Analytics Software 247

NC State SCRC

MARCH 4, 2019

The shortage of workers is causing companies to look at non-traditional sources, including individual with a criminal record. Many other jobs such as Material Handler, pickers, and other general warehouse position are bretween $12,00-$14,000, with fork life operators making up to $16 range. These gains don’t show signs of slowing down.

DC 40

DC Warehousing Buyer Training Material Savings 40

GlobalTranz

APRIL 30, 2021

The best way to avoid disruption is to source and have readily available resources to expand capacity at a moment’s notice. What Can Shippers Do About the Safety Blitz. That’s why more companies have chosen to partner with an expert 3PL that has both the technology and people necessary to make it happen.

Resource Reduction 297

Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Capacity Supply Chain Design Software 297

NC State SCRC

JUNE 27, 2019

Ian is an expert on warehouse automation, and shares his insights on how you need to get started in thinking about technology and robotics in your warehouse or manufacturing operation. Sandwiched between warehouse and distribution center, manufacturing is where the value gets added. Improving Performance in Warehousing.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Warehousing 40

IQMS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Bottom Line: It’s time to transition the role of warehouses from cost centers to revenue centers that support new digitally enabled supply chains and business models that require greater accuracy, speed, and scale than ever before. A Warehouse Management System is the tool that can make that happen.

Supply Chain Planning Software 41

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Analytics Software Inventory Management Software 41

Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2019

Source: Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: 5 Key Insights to Improve Inventory Performance for 2019. Source: Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: 5 Key Insights to Improve Inventory Performance for 2019 , The reality is that inventory data is spread out across multiple systems, multiple trading partners, and multiple locations.

Optimal Sourcing 141

Optimal Sourcing Real-time Visibility Inventory Logistics Network Optimization Software 141

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2022

My colleague, Clint Reiser, wrote about Körber’s ongoing supply chain transformation, highlighting the company’s three main focus areas for 2022: 1) investments in assisting Körber customers’ journey to SaaS, 2) bringing a new product, named Universal Control System (UCS) to market, and 3) offering warehouse modeling for operations.

Sustainability 174

Sustainability San Diego Waste Reduction Modeling Software 174

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

If you are a product manufacturer, you know all too well the perils of shipping products from your factory or warehouse to a DC or retailer. Warehousing eats up about 25% and transportation 60%. Packaging and product damage during shipping is extremely common. Trucking Logistics. This packaging option has several benefits.

Material Savings 201

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Shipping 201

iDrive Logistics

MAY 3, 2021

The days of single sourcing are over, and just so we’re on the same page, we are referring to using a single carrier, as opposed to a mix of carriers, for small parcel shipping. The post Strength in Numbers | Why the Days of Single Sourcing and Single DC Models Are Over appeared first on iDrive Logistics.

DC 52

DC Sourcing Capacity Shipping 52

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 10, 2013

The work done by Terra Technology, in my opinion, is one of two accurate sources of benchmark data on forecasting in the industry. In addition, the use of statistics to replace rules-based consumption (often termed “demand sensing”) reduced demand error of the forecast at the warehouse level by 33% as shown in figure 1.

Supply and Demand 231

Supply and Demand Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Software 231

BlueYonder

AUGUST 31, 2021

Because 3PLs can help you optimally and dynamically position your inventory, profitably source orders, efficiently pick/pack/ship, and perform final deliveries across modes, they are the obvious choice.?. Would it be beneficial to partner with a 3PL that can do this for you much faster than your internal teams?

3PL 69

3PL Optimal Sourcing Trends Logistics Network Optimization Software 69

AB&R

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Warehouse management and ensuring that it operates at its optimal level is no easy task. In fact, warehouses lose 3,000 hours per year due to their inefficiencies [1]. Picking is one of the most detail-oriented jobs in a warehouse and perhaps the job where most mistakes happen. Sources Cited. [1] Real-Time Tracking.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies Distribution 52

Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

There are two things Boeing and Airbus have in common, utilization of lean manufacturing system and strategic sourcing concept. However, the overall implementation of strategic sourcing is a bit different between the two companies. Another 80% of orders are handled by both warehouse and cross dock system.

Case Study 239

Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Study 239

Alloy

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

It gathers and stores a tremendous amount of data from various sources, including customer transactions, loyalty card data, online interactions, and market trends. Brands can now log into the analytics platforms to access live store and DC-level data that they can use to manually extrapolate insights.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Forecasting Software 52

C3 Solutions

JULY 28, 2020

Inventory control inside the retail DC is not typically done with roving robots, although Walmart did try drone-based stock taking in the warehouse a few years ago. 13 More typical is sensor-based tracking using RFID on pallets or cartons to count and locate stock within the DC. Bringing the Outside In.

Internet of things 78

Internet of things Retail Real-time Visibility Optimal Sourcing 78

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 202

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 202

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

A number of warehouse operations add a sixth “S” for safety, a “6S” process. One company chose several “lean champions” from among the hourly associates in the DC, and asked them to gather improvement ideas from their peers. As one warehouse professional said, “How can you expect your team to perform if they don’t know the score.”?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 113

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 113

RFgen

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

Warehousing 59

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software 59

RFgen

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

Warehousing 59

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software 59

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 16, 2020

This goes for everyone up and down these organizations, from the warehouse hands all the way up to VPs of Supply Chain. From the inventory managers, to the demand analysts, to the strategic sourcing specialists and everywhere in between. But DC centres are full of product, and stores are stocked every day.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 92

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply and Demand Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement 92

BlueYonder

AUGUST 28, 2017

Order fulfillment requires orchestration across the traditional disciplines associated with supply chain planning, order management and warehouse execution. Efficient Order Sourcing – As digital channels continue to increase in volume, grocers will need to embrace the newfound lead times to consider optimal sourcing mechanisms.

Optimal Sourcing 44

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 44

BlueYonder

AUGUST 28, 2017

Order fulfillment requires orchestration across the traditional disciplines associated with supply chain planning, order management and warehouse execution. Efficient Order Sourcing – As digital channels continue to increase in volume, grocers will need to embrace the newfound lead times to consider optimal sourcing mechanisms.

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 29, 2009

Warehouse Management Systems (. Content Being Accessed: Reader Question: Reducing Sort Lanes to Reduce DC Costs. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. Supply Chain Network Design. Supply Chain Optimization. Supply Chain Risk.

Cost Reduction Strategies 32

Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction DC 32

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2018

We are on the cusp of a robotic revolution, whether you think of robots in the context of automated human replacements in the warehouse or self-driving vehicles on the road, rails, in the air, and at sea. Robots Run the Warehouse. Dark Distribution Centres.

Supply Chain Software 46

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design 46

BlueYonder

AUGUST 8, 2017

These shifts have changed the way that we live in a measurable way through its impact on the shopping mission, and the industry is responding in the products they stock, the means in which they source and the store formats and layouts that serve their customers.

Waste Reduction 46

Waste Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies 46

BlueYonder

JUNE 23, 2015

But also high in the investment areas are Transportation and Warehouse—for the retailer. See chart) As the retailers’ ecommerce sales grow, they think about questions such as to whether to centralize inventory in a DC for web orders vs. allocating all merchandise to the store vs. increasing the supplier’s expectation for more services.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 40

Supply Chain Network

FEBRUARY 9, 2013

Matrix Commerce describes the complex construct integrating marketing, sales, sourcing, pricing, profitability, service levels, delivery and consumer perceptions. Well the simplest part of this is the carbon footprint generated from production which is a factor of the energy source of the plant for the most part.

Purchasing Skills 84

Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Software Demand Planning Software 84

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 23, 2017

Key Logistics Trend #1: Warehouse Robotics in the Supply Chain. Automation is already well-established in many distribution centres around the world, but for most, it is limited to workflow automation managed by increasingly advanced warehouse management systems.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 40

BlueYonder

AUGUST 8, 2017

These shifts have changed the way that we live in a measurable way through its impact on the shopping mission, and the industry is responding in the products they stock, the means in which they source and the store formats and layouts that serve their customers.

Waste Reduction 40

Waste Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies 40

Supply Chain Action Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2018

This kind of value network strategy goes beyond determining where to put a warehouse and to which stores it should ship. Target is redesigning the way their DC’s work, creating a flow-through operation with smaller replenishment quantities. And, then, there is the success of Walmart.com.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Planning 40

Supply Chain Action Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2018

This kind of value network strategy goes beyond determining where to put a warehouse and to which stores it should ship. Target is redesigning the way their DC’s work, creating a flow-through operation with smaller replenishment quantities. And, then, there is the success of Walmart.com.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Planning 40

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. What is likely to happen?

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. What is likely to happen?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 52

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 15, 2016

Warehouse Product Slotting – To Slot or Not to Slot? Warehouse Slotting can reduce labour costs by up to 20%! Slotting is a warehouse term that refers to intentionally placing products within the warehouse storage medium to create warehouse efficiencies. Warehouse Operations.

Waste Reduction 40

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies 40