Talking Logistics

JULY 11, 2017

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. In this post, Marie Delphine Achille from Quintiq shares three insights about cross-border e-commerce. Did you know that the value of cross-border and domestic e-commerce is forecasted to be worth a whopping $3.4 trillion in 2020?

Supply Chain Optimization 0

Supply Chain Optimization Forecasting Optimization Software Forecasting Software 0

Elementum

JULY 11, 2017

Augmented reality, or simply known as AR, is the usage of technology to superimpose computer-generated sensory input such as sound, videos, and images over a person's real-view world. These applications help enhance skills, provide timely data, and additional features to help us with everyday activities or actions, all simply controlled by touch or voice commands.

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Modeling Software 104

Talking Logistics

JULY 11, 2017

Bennett Adelson, CEO of MacroPoint discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Why is real-time freight visibility so important for shippers and 3PLs? What is Network Effectiveness and how does it impact the total cost and value of visibility? What benefits does real-time freight visibility provide to shippers, carriers, and brokers?

Real-time Visibility 100

Real-time Visibility Freight Metrics Supply Chain Network Software 100

ToolsGroup

JULY 11, 2017

Finance speaks a different language than supply chain. But by monetizing Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), supply chain planners can speak the language of finance while developing S&OP into a more mature process. In its report Partner with Finance to Monetize the S&OP Conversation , Gartner says finance is not taking part in S&OP meetings at 40% of companies; mostly because finance leaders are unaware of how S&OP can help a business realize its financial goals and objec

S&OP 92

S&OP Supply and Demand Inventory Reduction Price Reduction 92

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

Logistics Network Optimization Software

NFI Industries

JULY 11, 2017

This time last year, the $5.25 billion Panama Canal expansion project was completed. The canal reopened with a new set of locks on both the Atlantic and Pacific sides for ships to easily flow through the canal without risk of delay due to accident or various water levels. During the expansion, there was also an. Read More.

Panama 64

Panama Shipping Global Freight 64

RFgen

JULY 11, 2017

A variety of trends are coming together to transform the modern warehouse. The warehouse management system market is experiencing a period of rapid growth as a variety of industry conditions come together to make the supply chain, distribution and fulfillment aspects of businesses extremely important. Many of these systems involve warehouse automation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software Inventory Management Software 52

Tecsys

JULY 11, 2017

Given that accounts receivable (A/R) are essentially zero interest loans extended to customers, one might be forgiven for considering credit sales a necessary evil. Maybe one day crypto-currencies like Bitcoin will replace all other forms of payment, but in the meantime many companies have a ton of cash tied up in receivables. So how evil is your A/R?

Currency 40

Currency Company Analytics Supply Chain 40

RFgen

JULY 11, 2017

A variety of trends are coming together to transform the modern warehouse. The warehouse management system market is experiencing a period of rapid growth as a variety of industry conditions come together to make the supply chain, distribution and fulfillment aspects of businesses extremely important. Many of these systems involve warehouse automation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software Inventory Management Software 52

BlueYonder

JULY 11, 2017

By now, it’s no secret that the retail industry is in the midst of an unprecedented transformation. More and more, shoppers are taking their buying habits online. In JDA’s third annual Consumer Survey of more than 1,000 U.S. consumers, 54 percent said they prefer to shop in-store. While this shows that the store is preferred by the majority, it is only by a slim margin.

Survey 40

Survey Procurement Solutions Predictive Analytics Software Purchasing Skills 40

Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

Report

NC State SCRC

JULY 11, 2017

Over the road (OTR) trucking involves the use of hauling 53’ trailers behind a truck. The American Transportation Research Institute estimates that of the total cost per mile of driving a rig that drives between 80,000 and 125,000 miles per year, the average cost (including drivers wages and benefits) is $1.593 per mile, or which tire cost are $ 0.043 a mile, and fuel costs are $.403 per mile.

Procurement Analytics 40

Procurement Analytics Cost Reduction Strategies Purchasing Skills Price Reduction 40

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 11, 2017

5 Reasons Why LTL Rates Are Changing & What to Expect | Transportfolio. If you’ve been in transportation or logistics for any length of time, you already know that nothing stays the same for long. Recent less than truckload (LTL) rates and capacity levels have been below the historical levels we saw from 2005-2010. But that’s about to change—and it’s already started.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 39

Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Software 39

GlobalTranz

JULY 11, 2017

Thanks to advances in the digital world, coupled with an ever-expanding global marketplace, marketing products and services internationally is no longer exclusive to big businesses. Companies of every size are far more accessible than ever, meaning that this is the perfect time for your business to enjoy export marketing success. Case Study | How We Grew Export Sales by 3000%.

Resource Reduction 158

Resource Reduction Expense Reduction Material Savings Demand Planning Software 158

Enterra Insights

JULY 11, 2017

Enterra Solutions recently sponsored a Cognitive Computing Summit with the intention of making it an annual event. Over the next … Continued. The post Decision-making and Cognitive Computing appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

100

100

Advertisement

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

Analytics

DAT Solutions

JULY 11, 2017

Attendees at the 2016 DAT User Conference. The "automated brokerage" is the buzz in logistics circles, but until that happens, there are many ways to be a lot more efficient and a lot more productive—and a lot more profitable. This is particularly important given the high volumes of freight coming onto the spot market now and the impact of the ELD Mandate in December.

Portland 70

Portland Conference Course Cost Reduction Strategies 70

TradeGecko

JULY 11, 2017

Effective cashflow management is key to business success. Operating working capital needs to be kept as low as possible, even down into negative values, in order to improve the cash position. To control the stock level, the purchasing volume needs be fine tuned to the latest sales trend and forecast.

Forecasting 60

Forecasting Inventory Trends Inventory Management 60

BlueYonder

JULY 11, 2017

By now, it’s no secret that the retail industry is in the midst of an unprecedented transformation. More and more, shoppers are taking their buying habits online. In JDA’s third annual Consumer Survey of more than 1,000 U.S. consumers, 54 percent said they prefer to shop in-store. While this shows that the store is preferred by the majority, it is only by a slim margin.

Survey 47

Survey Procurement Solutions Predictive Analytics Software Purchasing Skills 47

Tailwind

JULY 11, 2017

There is not a day that I drive to and from work that I don’t see or encounter at least 3 or 4 trucks. Being in the industry I am more attuned to them, the role they play in our region, and the way they operate in our community. As I sat idle in the left turn lane this morning on my way to work, I looked over a youngish (early 30s!) driver leaning on the steering wheel of his truck.

Demand Planning Software 32

Demand Planning Software Just-in-Time Software Washington 32

More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

Manufacturing

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 11, 2017

Dispensing System Leverages the Cloud, Provides Complete Control and Tracking, Reduces Labor Costs and Improves Management of Expensive Assets

Asset Management 32

Asset Management Cost Reduction Strategies DC Expense Reduction 32

Freightos

JULY 11, 2017

Five Reasons SMBs Suddenly Make Sense For Forwarders. By John Edmonds, Research & Marketing, Freightos. One of the first rules forwarders drill into their sales teams is that it’s all about key accounts. The logic checks out. Smaller customers have a higher cost of service, lower volume, and, well, can be more error-prone. But as markets shift, technology shifts and, most importantly, margins shrink , forwarders are starting to revisit this core tenet of sales.

Supply and Demand 155

Supply and Demand Purchasing Skills Price Reduction Detroit 155