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[Video] How to Turn Low-Trust Business Relationships into High-Performing Partnerships

Talking Logistics

I’ve argued over the past few years that we have a trust problem in supply chain management. For example, in a survey we conducted with our Indago supply chain research community in September 2021, more than half of the respondents (56%) either agreed or strongly agreed that [quote] “you can’t be too careful when dealing. Read more The post [Video] How to Turn Low-Trust Business Relationships into High-Performing Partnerships appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Connected Data: The Foundation of a Resilient Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

In a highly connected and digital world, fragmented supply chains simply don’t work. Organizations today require end-to-end visibility, to compete and navigate the challenges that have recently plagued global businesses.

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How to Select the Right Forecasting Method with Epicor Smart IPO

The Smart Software

In this webinar, Erik Subatis, Enterprise Solution Engineer at Smart Software, will reveal the statistical models Epicor Smart IP&O uses to forecast and how the automatic “best pick” system works. The post How to Select the Right Forecasting Method with Epicor Smart IPO appeared first on Smart Software.

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How Does a Freight Broker Calculate Rates?

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

So… how does a freight broker calculate rates accurately? A big part of a freight broker’s job is to know how much a load should actually cost to move. This determines how much you should expect to pay the carrier and how much your shipper should expect to be billed for.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Abnormal Spoilage 101: Causes, Calculation, and Prevention Explained

ShipBob

Have you ever had to deal with your refrigerator breaking down? Trying to salvage as much food as possible by transporting it into a cooler or a secondary fridge (if you’re lucky to have one), can be a stressful situation. And, in most cases if it happens, you’ll have to throw away some spoiled goods. Though it doesn’t happen often, it’s a situation anyone might have to deal with.

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7 Cash Flow Metrics & KPIs You Should Be Tracking

Unleashed

Cash flow can make or break a business. Even when you’re getting good sales and have high profit margins, it’s easy for accessible cash to run dry. To stay on top of your financials, there are a few key cash flow metrics and KPIs you can track that will help you make the right decisions and avoid insolvency or liquidation. Here’s a look at our top seven.

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Why Heavy-Goods Shippers and Carriers Are Lagging in Adoption of Innovative IT

Supply Chain Brain

It’s tough enough, getting small packages into the hands of e-commerce shoppers with the efficiency and speed they demand today. But when heavy goods are involved? That’s a whole other challenge.

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Speaking the customer’s language of love: why the best relationships lead to great customer outcomes  

Axway

As Valentine’s Day approaches, I have love on my mind. Not the romantic kind – rather, I ’ve been thinking about Fred Reichheld’s latest book, “ Winning on Purpose: the Unbeatable Strategy of Loving Customers.