4WL Consulting

JULY 8, 2015

The previous decade has seen many companies, mainly those handling manufacturing operations, change how sourcing of direct materials is executed – from an administrative function to a somewhat strategic procurement approach that has seen the creation of a new position “the Chief Procurement Officer.”

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. When a manufacturer’s product normally moves through the supply chain network, it is to reach the distributor or customer. Read the full Post. What is Reverse Logistics and How Is It Different than Traditional Logistics?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

“The problem with trends is that they are like a freight train gaining speed; everyone can see the train, but at what point do you say the train is really moving at speed?” – Steve Banker from a recent Forbes article. Finally, we include trends you will see in manufacturing and manufacturing technology.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2021

As I mentioned in an earlier post on the growth drivers for the Transportation Management Systems market , transportation visibility tools are one of a number of technologies that are improving performance and helping to reduce freight spend. This will be especially important when a COVID-19 vaccine is manufactured and distributed.

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Freightos

JULY 1, 2015

Same goes for books, groceries, taxis, banking, canoe and even B2B purchases. But not so much searching for online freight rates. So we asked ourselves (and some logistic professionals)… So what kept freight rates offline ? Forwarders may be able to automate freight rate management at their own offices.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2018

Intermediaries may include financial experts, data analysts, freight auditors, and more. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. Freight audits will become almost nonexistent as information is tracked to the point of origin, whether it’s the manufacturing location, raw materials used, sourcing of reclaimed parts, or payment processing.

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Supply Chain Movement

APRIL 22, 2015

However, the main growth in freight flows lies on the periphery of Europe and the Middle East is also continuing to develop, both for domestic supply and for distribution to Africa. In Belgium, the Ford factory in Genk will soon close for good, as will the Heinz manufacturing facility in Turnhout. Not all bad news.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2019

Improper consideration of backhauls, deadhead, dwell time and spot freight will result in excess freight and unused space. Download WhitePaper. The prevalence of discount retailers is also growing in tandem with consumers taking extra care before purchasing a product. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping.

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Resilinc

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Do you currently work primarily with Life Sciences clients at Resilinc? I have nearly 30 years of experience as a global procurement and supply chain leader in High-Tech and Life Sciences. It has to become embedded in the processes of sourcing, strategic category management, purchasing, compliance and supplier development.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 13, 2018

For instance, blockchain enhances freight auditing and invoice management, as well as cybersecurity. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. The capacity crunch is accelerating, and monitoring capacity, as well as working with multiple carriers, will be key to ensuring available carriers for freight. Manufacturing moves closer to end-users.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2019

Dropshipping refers to manufacturers sending products directly, but products are purchased through a third-party. As dropshipping increases in use, more organizations will purchase software to manage and control warehouses. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018?.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Primary Challenges in an E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Developing an e-commerce shipping strategy is about more than just considering e-commerce; e-commerce may include the omnichannel purchases in which customers use a variety of online and in-store devices and experiences to make a final decision and complete a purchase.

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QAD

JULY 8, 2021

One of the reasons cited for the shortage was insufficient forecast information to provide adequate planning for the 22 week lead time, which is typical of semiconductor manufacturing. Long-term planning information is critical for the lower tier suppliers to plan and purchase their materials wisely. Next Steps for Manufacturers.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Faster service, great capacity usage and direct connectivity with freight companies means better access to service providers. Freight Marketplaces : Cargomatic is a prime example of the rebirth of freight marketplaces. 3D Printing : Almost 20% of manufacturers are already using 3D printing in their business to some extent.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Download white paper. While most brands have already integrated live system tracking, secure data exchange processes, and visibility and traceability throughout systems, the use of cloud-based technologies will begin to have a major impact on procurement processes as well, says Marc Wins of Procurement Academy.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Freight is changing. Shorter product lifecycles, fluid sourcing (a’la Aliababa ) and more transparency means agile supply chains that change often. ” Today, almost 20% of manufacturers and retailers use 3D printing in some way, shape or form. Download the white paper! Download the white paper!

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QAD

JULY 12, 2022

However, this is not surprising as many automotive manufacturers operate in silos among quality, supply chain and IT. Over the years, the plant and C-level have rewarded supply chain departments with their ability to firefight and incur costly premium freight to get product to customers on-time. Work Instructions. Customer Complaints.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. As each year comes to a close, we all look back on the year that was in reflection. These will only contain posts written in 2017.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

download ebook. However, logistics focuses expressly on the movement and storage of products, while the supply chain goes into deeper detail, including manufacturing processes, procurement, and the flow of goods. Freight sharing apps are one of the major app categories that will see a significant boost throughout 2018.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 11, 2013

24 | Manufacturing and distribution shift to Eastern Europe. Despite the economic malaise in Western Europe, multinationals are investing heavily in manufacturing and distribution in the eastern part of the continent. The Balkans are also an emerging manufacturing region for Europe. 26 | Supply chain map of Europe.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 21, 2020

So much time is spent in data entry, spreadsheet creation and manipulation, chart creation, purchase order changes, labelling, reporting and more that is wasteful. You download their app, take the goods off the shelf as you need and as you leave the store your purchases are automatically billed to you. There are no cashiers.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2019

Download WhitePaper. Fleet Maintenance and Automotive Industries Will See Changes in Delivery Availability Another significant change in logistics capabilities will affect how shippers perform maintenance on their fleets and purchase new trucks. The Move to LTL Digital Shipping.

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Supply Chain Movement

APRIL 7, 2014

The heydays of 2009 to 2011 may be over but Turkey is still a very attractive market for European manufacturers. The Purchase Managers’ Index in October 2013 was 53.3, Market Monitor: Turkish domestic Freight and Distribution. Please fill in the following fields to activate the download button. The year 2013 shows a 2.7%

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2016

You can download our first e-Book, "The Future Of Supply Chain, Logistics & Manufacturing: How Technology Is Transforming Industries" here. Transportation management is no longer a tactical approach to simply moving freight and doing it at the lowest possible cost.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

Marketplaces such as Alibaba’s Tmall, caters to suppliers and manufacturers. yellowbox]Check out where the future of online sales for the freight industry is heading with this free white paper.[/yellowbox]. Technology Trend 2: 3D Printing or Additive Manufacturing. This, in turn, could reduce shipping and air freight volumes.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. We have already covered the top 6 trends for 2016 in manufacturing. 2016 Supply Chain Trend #6: Procurement’s New (read Bigger) Role in the Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 21, 2022

Acknowledgement was made that rates are at historically high levels, with trans- Pacific freight costs rising by 200 percent in 2021 and with trans- Atlantic costs rising by 100 percent. There is no cost for paid CSCMP membership, or the report can be purchased for $249 by non CSCMP members. Bob Ferrari.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We've already listed the top 10 manufacturing articles, the top 10 supply chain articles, and yesterday, the top 10 logistics articles. We will then conclude the 5 main categories by featuring the top 10 freight articles of 2015. WHITE PAPER] The Complete Guide to Freight & Transportation Accounting.

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The process involves complex steps, from procurement, to shipping products to end users, often resulting in a lack of visibility and high operational costs. End-to-end (E2E) supply chain refers to all supply chain processes, from logistics procurement to the post-sale customer experience. . Procurement & manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2018

Lost labels and mislabelled freight result in delays, loss of customer confidence and damage to your business reputation. To combat the problem here’s a way to improve freight labeling for transport and logistics management. Lost labels and mislabelled freight are irritating. Mislabelled freight is also prone to damage.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

CombineNet and Transplace Extend Partnership in Delivering Advanced Transportation Procurement Solution to North America. The Navisphere customer app can be downloaded for free at the Apple App Store on iTunes , Google Play and Amazon Marketplace. FedEx Helps Small Businesses Streamline Shipping with fedex.com Integration Manager.

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Zipline Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Download: Using Data to Drive OTIF and Retail Compliance Success. Download the free white paper to learn more about how data can be used to reduce logistics spend while improving supply chain performance. Why is Supply Chain Data Important for CPG Manufacturers? . See what logistics data can do for you. Contact Us.

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TMC

OCTOBER 20, 2016

As these figures underline, today’s consumers expect to complete purchases via bricks-and-mortar and online channels at their convenience. Omnichannel supply chain models must manage freight flows to meet these demands—which is why TMS technology has become an indispensable component of omnichannel operations.

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Turvo brings together shippers, 3PLs, freight brokers, and carriers onto one real-time, interactive network for streamlined operations through collaboration. Turvo Links remove blindspots in the shipment lifecycle. Get Even More Logistics Insights Now. Sustainability is not some far-off initiative for supply chain networks.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Next, Leto connected Colon to an app developer (Divine Digital Agency), which created an effective, engaging, and interactive app – now available on the itunes, Apple, and Google stores (“ThankX”) for download! The Creator (God) is the greatest source of energy that there is. which is why B2B ThankX partnerships are essential.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

The Tesla Semi Truck Will Change Freight. Freight innovation frequently focuses on moving data better – like visibility, eBookings , and the new generation of forwarders and brokers. Many major truck manufacturers are now investing in electric rigs, with one projection having them reaching a 25% market share by 2025.

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Unleashed

MAY 19, 2020

Leveraging the best manufacturing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, maximising productive efficiency, and accessing management expertise early , are the strategies that will set the best apart. Don’t purchase any supply chain solution that is not Cloud or SaaS based. Costed Purchase Orders. your brewing plant).

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