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. Download: The Impact of Big Data in the Supply Chain & Transportation Management Industry Webinar Replay, Transcript & Presentation.

Supply Chain Software 151

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Strategy 151

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.”

Negotiating Skills 100

Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Optimal Sourcing 100

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

On the other hand, only 8 percent of companies that were rated by their executives as less than significantly above average on supply chain-related metrics have the same performance. Download White Paper. Without a doubt, managing supply chain is nothing but easy. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

Supply Chain Risk Management 189

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Some logistics involves transportation or warehouses or both. We had a great turnout with over 250 logistics managers, supply chain officers, and those in the transportation world registering and attending the webinar. Below you can download the LTL Freight Management presentation with notes and also view the webinar in its entirety.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 243

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Who would have thought that measuring the performance of supply chain processes like warehousing, procurement, or logistics could be so troublesome? Well, we know a few supply chain managers who, having made some of the mistakes covered by this article, would attest to the potential for difficulty. Therefore, you can’t improve them.

KPI 83

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

When businesses align production and procurement schedules with demand, they optimize their supply chain processes. Download from the below link. They can reduce delivery lead times, minimize transportation costs, and optimize transportation routes. It does this by identifying seasonal trends and demand patterns.

Optimal Sourcing 72

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Vanguard Software

JULY 20, 2021

Download Brochure. Supply planning includes distribution, manufacturing, and procurement. They can provide advanced information to transportation/shipping partners to avoid shipping delays. Download Case Study. Demand Planning Forecasting Application. Supply planners can then determine how to meet these requirements best.

Supply and Demand 52

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

billion metric tons—the emissions have rebounded in 2021 and 2022. Transportation was redirected to be used in providing first aid, leading to supply chain bottlenecks, shortages and price hikes. Production and transportation activities are energy-intensive, which also means the potential for implementing greener practices lay here.

Negotiating Skills 52

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Veridian Solutions

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Constructive metrics. Constructive metrics within the system ensure everyone maintains the proper processes and uses the system correctly, reducing risk along the way. A Guide to the Warehouse Metrics Supply Chain Execs Should Track. Download WhitePaper. Higher functionality. Management across multiple sites and users.

Security 45

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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.

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Procurement Academy

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Sustainable Procurement Practices A sustainable procurement practice is one that appropriately integrates environmental, social, and governance factors into the core of the process. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, with each organization needing to analyze its procurement practices to see where the most impact can be made.

Waste Reduction 59

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 21, 2016

For most companies, greater economy of scale is possible through the global management of procurement and transportation and local management of sales, manufacturing and customer service. Lora has written the books Supply Chain Metrics That Matter and Bricks Matter , and is writing her third book, Leadership Matters.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 7, 2012

To see the what I built, check it out on SlideShare or view/download it in the SCI Community ). These can be shift in the channel, issues in manufacturing, increasing variability in transportation, or a shift in commodity prices. Q: What is the best metric to begin analyzing when starting to evaluate Supply Chain agility?

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6 River Systems

JULY 25, 2019

As if this wasn’t enough, transportation costs are rising and forcing companies to constantly adjust and optimize. In the meantime, companies need to make sure they have the most talented negotiators and leaders heading up their procurement and supply chain functions. They are multi-national and do $3.5B/year.

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 11, 2016

I’m Nerijus Poskus — Director of Pricing and Procurement at Flexport. And, again, with the power of the marketplace in scale, you start to get comparative metrics. Well, imagine being able to measure those metrics in an apples-to-apples way across hundreds of providers. I’m going to download this technology.

Modeling Software 31

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 31, 2017

This is abundantly clear throughout the United States, as revealed in both traditional economic data, such as high-tech export activity, and in newer metrics, such as broadband deployment. What the Data Reveal About the Technological Innovation Driven, High-Tech Economy. Internet of Things, smart cities, etc.); Louis, where he earned an M.A.

Innovation 120

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Statista found that 73 percent of buyers and users of freight transportation and logistics services say the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on their logistics and supply chain operations. As such, an effective logistics strategy must be flexible enough to adapt to the ever-evolving supply chain to sustain optimal service levels.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Unfortunately, manufacturers and OEMs may lack the infrastructure necessary to facilitate such changes, and resellers face challenges in optimizing procurement for the world of e-commerce. Download White Paper. Align metrics and incentives with unique e-commerce goals. GET YOUR COPY HERE. Balance growth and profitability.

Shipping 120

Shipping Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 120

Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 3, 2016

I find most companies are good at pockets of planning–demand planning, supply planning, transportation planning, material planning or plant scheduling, but the flows are not connected. Few implementations of planning connect to procurement and transportation. Process Integration Across Functions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

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