Vinculum

MARCH 25, 2021

Introduction: A warehouse always seems like such a simple concept – “they store things, and then maybe sort them, pack them, deliver some of them – pretty straightforward”. Changes of a Successful Warehouse Operation: There are many factors that go into building a successful and profitable warehouse operation.

Warehousing 52

Warehousing Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction 52

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The cost saving and service improvement benefits of a transportation management system (TMS) are well documented. Geoff says you still have to do the requirements document and set priorities, but it’s important to get the right people involved. What are the key ingredients to a successful TMS implementation?

Supply Chain Planning Software 101

Supply Chain Planning Software Transportation Management Logistics Network Optimization Software System 101

QAD

JANUARY 9, 2024

Export controls to ensure that all export licenses, permits and customs documentation are correct? However, administrative staff may be less knowledgeable about compliance procedures and customs regulations than warehouse personnel. If you manufacture or distribute dual-use goods or controlled substances, this is even more important.

Global 98

Global Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies Demand Planning Software 98

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Warehouse Managers Underestimate the Importance and Demand of Reverse Logistics Brick-and-mortar sales are associated with an 8.9-percent Warehouse managers need a way to separate the physical handling process from the accounting process, and using a WMS in reverse logistics achieves this goal.

Reverse Logistics 184

Reverse Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Vendor Strategies 184

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

These activities involve numerous stakeholders, such as suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. However, generative AI can extract insights from documents like waybills, quality reports, and customer feedback and feed it into AI models to optimize various aspects of the supply chain based on historical supply chain data.

Optimal Sourcing 244

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 244

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

Unleashed

APRIL 10, 2023

The internal processes of a manufacturer are critical to the success of the overall business. This article breaks down 11 of the most effective process improvement techniques in manufacturing that you can implement in your workplace today. Deep dive: Check out the 2023 Manufacturing Productivity Guide.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Six Sigma Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction 52

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2017

Being in control of your supply chain and warehouse is essential to your success, and warehouse management systems follow suit. Many warehouse managers and retailers often forget about the scope and value in planning. Document Every Stage of the Implementation Process, Including Deliverables. Curtis Barry & Company.

Supply Chain Design Software 141

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction 141

SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

It involves outsourcing logistics activities, such as warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, and order fulfillment, to a dedicated logistics service provider. Carriers: Carriers are the transportation companies responsible for physically moving the goods from one location to another.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Inventory Management Software 90

Supply Chain Collaborator

OCTOBER 14, 2020

For a truly contactless process, logistics operations must also focus on all the literal touchpoints occurring upstream and at every juncture from inbound freight delivery and freight yard activity to the manufacturing process and then the outbound freight delivery to the warehouse/DC and ultimately to the point of sale.

Supply Chain Planning Software 144

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

This might involve optimizing inventory levels, negotiating better deals with suppliers, or implementing just-in-time manufacturing techniques. This includes implementing lean manufacturing principles and utilizing advanced planning software, so businesses can optimize production processes and minimize waste.

Optimal Sourcing 74

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Material Savings 74

TrackVia

MARCH 25, 2024

They’re the tools that are quietly changing the game across different industries, from construction and healthcare to manufacturing and field services. Request Free Demo In the fast-paced realm of manufacturing and logistics, mobile workflows are the secret weapon for staying ahead of the competition.

Optimal Sourcing 105

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 105

Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2022

Retailers expect to be connected to manufacturers. Manufacturers expect to be connected to suppliers. And all of them expect to be connected to logistics providers transporting goods to and from various supply chain nodes. An NFC reader is a tool that can be integrated into the warehouse management picking verification system.

Internet of things 130

Internet of things Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Network Software 130

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2023

Pros: Utilizes a hands-on approach with simulated problem-solving and team collaboration Offers a self-assessment document to assess your own S&OP process Keep track of how well you’re doing while you complete the learning goals. The information is presented in a simple and understandable way.

Supply Chain Design Software 113

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

This means tracking everything from customer relations to inventory management, financial investments, transportation and delivery processes, and workflow processes. Examples of such analyses include the performance of a supply chain or the inventory levels of a warehouse.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 110

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. The theory is that as more and more devices throughout the supply chain and manufacturing process become part of the ‘Internet of Things,’ they will produce an incredibly rich data stream that will send signals in real-time to trigger a wide variety of events.

Supply Chain Planning Software 328

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software 328

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Amazon Buys Thousands of Its Own Truck Trailers as Its Transportation Ambitions Grow (Re/code). MercuryGate extends invoicing and document management solution with HubTran integration. HighJump Partners with Advantage2Retail to Bring Best-of-Breed Warehousing Software to Retailers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 0

3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Managing a global supply chain network requires the ability to manage and control both global transportation execution and the associated freight spend. While global freight cost varies significantly by industry and transportation mode, it is a major cost component of internationally sourced products.

Optimal Sourcing 88

Optimal Sourcing Global Transportation Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Optimization 88

FLEXE

MARCH 21, 2017

We wanted to know how pricing and usage of on-demand warehousing trended in 2016. From electronic document management to real-time visibility into transportation logistics, software is modernizing the supply chain. On-demand warehousing is no different. The Demand for New Warehousing Solutions Increases.

Warehousing 31

Warehousing Price Reduction Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand 31

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

The decision to move to a new warehouse management system (WMS) or add another system to your warehouse repertoire can save big bucks and improve operational efficiency. All warehouses will have key differences and uniqueness. Electronics manufacturers may focus on recycling returns properly.

Supply Chain Planning Software 153

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 153

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 15, 2022

It allows document flow automation, pharmaceutical production technology management, and wholesale and retail trade operations. Despite the outlined problems, manufacturers of pharmaceutical products are increasing production volumes and trying to find development opportunities. Read more about this below.

Pharmaceutical 94

Pharmaceutical Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 94

QAD

JANUARY 19, 2023

E-commerce brands must oversee design, manufacturing, sourcing, warehouse inventory, shipping and delivery. Logistics is a larger focus for transportation companies. Industry: carrier regulations, trade compliance and transportation. Used to cut costs and maximize efficiency, supply chain trends cater to every business.

Supply Chain Planning Software 95

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 95

Stord

AUGUST 5, 2020

Freight transportation is the culprit that makes up a vast majority of air pollutants and emissions in the US. While many companies actively report on direct emissions from and around manufacturing operations, indirect emissions consist of a much broader range of activities and are a significant contributor to the overall carbon footprint.

Waste Reduction 78

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 78

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Then I went to Troy Built in Upstate New York, and I was the Director of Materials Management, which means I had everything from the manufacturer/supplier all the way through manufacturing. Going on from there, eCommerce came around to help people with cost efficiency by streamlining document handling and lowering operating costs.

Omnichannel 120

Omnichannel Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Purchasing Skills 120

Zipline Logistics

APRIL 20, 2020

In a uniquely positioned industry that is both time-sensitive and commodity-driven, suppliers must manage transportation, storage, and distribution of products to key production facilities. An effective supply chain strategy that controls costs is crucial because margins for ingredient manufacturers are typically thin.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

QAD

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

They were produced by a popular manufacturer. The frozen vegetable manufacturer properly communicated the issue to their retailer and supplier, but what else can be done when managing recalls? Supplier Transportation Partners. Manufacturing and Operations (Intermediate Storage). Warehousing. Delivery to Consumers.

Supply Chain Design Software 89

Supply Chain Design Software Beverage Food Demand Planning Software 89

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Imagine stepping back in time to visit a large warehousing operation in 1990. To save you from a meltdown, let’s take a brief journey through warehouse operating developments from 1990 to 2045. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators. 1990: A Fine Vintage for Warehouse Operators. Is your mind boggling yet?

Supply Chain Software 47

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

All activities are documented by a team recorder. It typically describes how a process should consistently be executed and documents current ‘best practices.’ LEAN, Supply Chain Optimization, Logistics, Warehouse and Cost Reduction Consultant. MDI allows for those challenges that cannot be quickly resolved to be escalated.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Lean Sustainability 120

Elementum

JULY 11, 2017

According to the DHL Trend Research , AR can be applied in the following: Warehousing Operations - Warehousing ops account for 20% of logistics costs, and AR can help curb expenses by simplifying warehouse picking, or the the activity by which a small number of goods are extracted from a warehousing system to customer orders.

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. It is safe to say that if a warehouse operation is not implementing Lean, it is falling behind its competition. But, it can be overdone.

Waste Reduction 274

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction 274

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Halal risk management practices of most companies are passive, meaning it is limited to the compliance of suppliers and their own (manufacturing) operations based on the requirements of the halal certification body and their halal standard(s). On the other hand, halal risks in the entire supply chain are not on their radar screens.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical 130

BlueYonder

JUNE 6, 2022

For the 11 th year 1 in a row, we have been named a Leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) report 2 —which is every year since the report began! This comes after Blue Yonder achieved a Leader recognition for the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems (TMS) 3 in March.

Gartner 52

Gartner Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

But we can’t document the ROI or other benefits at this point. The theory is that as more and more devices throughout the supply chain and manufacturing process become part of the ‘Internet of Things,’ they will produce an incredibly rich data stream that will send signals in real-time to trigger a wide variety of events.

Supply Chain Planning Software 186

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software 186

Shipsy

MAY 16, 2021

And to do so, it is imperative (especially if you are not using 3PL services) that you should know about every term associated with the logistics and transportation management. Bill of lading or BOL is a document, given by the carrier, which includes basic info about the shipment. TMS- Transportation management system.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Global Logistics Supply Chain Design Software 52

SupplyPike

JUNE 26, 2019

This document is used to transmit information about a shipment in advance of its departure to a customer. A typical ASN document will provide information on four main levels: order level, shipment level, item level, and pack level. A household cleaner manufacturer is preparing a large shipment to their buyer – a big box retailer.

Shipping 62

Shipping Manufacturing Procurement Packaging Warehousing 62

Vinculum

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In managing an e-commerce platform, warehouse management plays a vital role. The seller must stay up-to-date with the product’s availability in the warehouse stores. These days e-commerce businesses aim to fast delivery of products and look to reinvent the warehouse system to serve the purpose distinctively.

Optimization Software 52

Optimization Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Inventory Management Software 52

The Network Effect

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Given the global nature of automotive manufacturing in today’s networked supply environments, international shipping will be a consideration as part of the trading relationship between Subsystem and Tier 1 Suppliers and their Tier 2 Suppliers. The supplier will be responsible for: loading material onto transport vehicle.

Automotive 100

Automotive Supply Chain Design Software Shipping Manufacturing Procurement 100