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Top Solutions for Supply Chain Agility

Logistics Viewpoints

Customers use their modular, SaaS solutions to route, schedule, track, and measure delivery resources; plan, allocate and execute shipments; rate, audit, and pay transportation invoices; access global trade data; file customs and security documents for imports and exports; and complete numerous other logistics processes.

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Managing Legal Aspects of the Implications of a Hurricane on the Supply Chain

Material Handling & Logistics

Early data shows that most supply managers believe that Hurricane Harvey, which caused widespread destruction in south Texas and the closure of the Port of Houston, will impact supply chains in coming months. In other circumstances, parties may lack any contract and rely upon purchase orders or other short forms of documentation.

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Your Expert Guide to Inventory Audits: Best Practices & Tips 

ShipBob

This documentation accounts for any units that are in transit and also in case anything is lost or damaged in transit. Gather important documentation Auditors will require various documentation to complete your audit. During more regular inventory audits, you may choose to only prioritize high-value items.

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Five Advanced Technologies That Are Revolutionizing Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

The industry’s well-documented labor shortages are not ending anytime soon. By also considering carrier performance metrics, the decision engine can intelligently balance cost with service. Terence holds an MBA from the University of Texas, Austin and an Electrical Engineering degree from MIT.

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E2open’s 22.4 Technology Update Deepens Network Coverage Across All Supply Chain Ecosystems to Minimize Disruption Risks

E2open

AUSTIN, Texas – Dec. New rebate analytics allow channel partners to track key sales and rebate metrics to drive more business, deliver a higher return on brand owner incentive spend, and increase partner satisfaction and compliance. 8, 2022 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. Rapid return on investment starts with speedy implementation.

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28 supply chain professionals share the biggest challenges of supply chain management

6 River Systems

University of North Texas. “One of the biggest challenges we’ve seen in managing supply change is…” Managing of associated documents (purchase orders, BOLs, inspection reports, customs documents, etc.). Metrics such as Perfect Order Rate tell businesses a lot. from Washington University St.

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S&OP, a vision for the future. The expert interview series #5

Supply Chain Trend

He looked at the current situation and quickly started documenting the information and planning flows dysfunctions. For example, if you can add product to your catalog you can sell without having to inventory you end up with a nearly infinite profit that boosts overall inventory turns metrics.

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