Top 5 Signs Your Supply Chain is Dysfunctional
The Network Effect
MAY 14, 2020
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Eight Things You Need to Know About the Theory of Constraints
River Logic
MAY 12, 2020
This concept centers around practical methods for identifying solutions to business problems by deciding:
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7 CPG Industry Trends to Look for in 2020
crisp
MAY 11, 2020
2020 has been quite the whirlwind of shattered assumptions and unexpected disruption across the global economy. From travel to restaurants and everything in-between, the world is adjusting to a laundry list of “new normals” as this year proves to be one full of challenges and transformations.
Emerging Technologies in Retail: Strategic Advantage or Big Question Mark?
C3 Solutions
MAY 13, 2020
Are you looking to get ahead with emerging technologies? Part one of this three-part blog series explores what we should be considering about 5G.
Your Workforce: Is Remote-Insourcing the Key to Logistics Efficiency?
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In today's rapidly evolving logistics industry, companies consistently strive for efficiency and competitiveness. However, the most significant factor driving business success isn't just technology or infrastructure—it's the people behind your processes. Employees aren't merely resources; they're your most strategic asset. High turnover rates and constant retraining costs severely impact logistics companies, draining productivity and profitability.
How to Formulate a Winning Distribution Strategy Fit for the Covid-19 World
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
MAY 13, 2020
Assessing your distribution options is one of the most important elements of any Route to Market strategy. Choosing the wrong distribution strategy, although often not evident in the short term, can cripple a company’s long-term growth, and ability to execute effectively. Often FMCG companies in a rush for market entry, do not assess, they merely appoint distributors or importers.
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How are Stock-Outs affecting your business?
StockTrim
MAY 10, 2020
Stock-outs are a pervasive and significant inventory control issue facing businesses and, by proxy, consumers. A stock-out happens when the number of orders for a product exceeds the amount of inventory that is stored.
Your e-Auction Process as an Essential Step in Procurement
ProcurePort
MAY 15, 2020
Originally, buyers and sellers had to meet in person for an auction sale to take place. Today, technological advancements have changed the procurement process via e-auction, or electronic auction. Just like the standard auction process, e-auction also involves buyers competing to buy goods or services from a seller. The only difference here is that it […].
How to Enable Trade During a Pandemic
Claritum
MAY 11, 2020
Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Contents. 1. Introduction. 2. Trading During a Pandemic. 3. A Buyer/Seller Ecosystem. 4. The Ecosystem Capabilities. 5. Do I have the tools I need? 6. Summary. 1 Introduction. This article explores the use of technology to provide a platform for Buyers and Sellers to interact during a major disruption resulting in the absence of face to face or event-based exploration of partnerships.
9 of the Most Useful Tips on How to Negotiate Freight Rates
GlobalTranz
MAY 13, 2020
Editor’s Note: This is a guest article from Laura Jelen with negotiations.com who discusses some useful tips on how companies can negotiate freight rates a bit better. Shipping costs are a significant part of the supply chain expense. It’s in your best interests to reduce these costs where possible without compromising the value of the.read More.
Supply Chain Resilience Checklist
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Strengthen your operations with the Supply Chain Resilience Checklist. This practical, easy-to-use tool helps your organization prepare for disruptions and ensure long-term continuity in an unpredictable world. Why Download: Identify and assess critical supply chain risks Ask the right questions to evaluate vendor preparedness Implement effective strategies to reduce vulnerabilities Improve communication, transparency, and coordination across your network What You’ll Learn: How to evaluate and m
Voice Technology – The Bridge Between Today and Tomorrow’s Logistics Systems
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 14, 2020
When you think about future and modern technologies, or digitization in supply chain, what comes to mind? Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), drones, self-driving trucks, and exoskeletons all carry a “futurey” feel—even if many of them are quickly becoming common. But, instead of these incredible new technologies, it might be a technology with over 30 years of history creating the bridge to the future of warehouse operations.
The Value of Optimized Container Management in Complex Automotive Supply Chains
DELMIA Quintiq
MAY 13, 2020
Today’s supply chains are becoming more complex and dynamic. For the automotive industry in particular, the transportation of goods – small, large, custom-made – needs to run as smoothly as possible. Logistics processes and strategies must be able to adapt to this multivariable environment and accommodate these demands, down to the smallest detail. While the automotive industry is proactive in developing strategies to optimize manufacturing processes, many important aspects are siloed, especiall
Making a Difference: Supply Chains for a Better Tomorrow
Talking Logistics
MAY 14, 2020
A few years ago, I interviewed Tony Martins, former VP Strategic Services at Halo Pharmaceutical. He raised an interesting question during our conversation: Are you a “Company of Yesterday” or a “Company of Tomorrow”? I’ve been thinking about that question recently, along with Billy Beane’s comment that “You can’t run your business in 2020 like. Read more Making a Difference: Supply Chains for a Better Tomorrow.
[WHITE PAPER] How to Build the Business Case for Integrated Supply Chain Systems
GlobalTranz
MAY 14, 2020
Fill out the Form Below to Get a Free Copy of the White Paper to Your Inbox! At the close of 2019, Jennifer Van Cise via Industry Week reported on the steep challenges faced in manufacturing and downstream supply chains. New challenges arise daily, and even as companies look to squeeze efficiency from all processes,read More. The post [WHITE PAPER] How to Build the Business Case for Integrated Supply Chain Systems appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!
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The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.
This Week in Logistics News (May 9 – 15)
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 15, 2020
As the world continues to turn during the coronavirus pandemic, we are all adjusting to the new normal. However, what that new normal will ultimately look like is still an unknown. But for now, there are certain things that we are getting used to, such as social distancing and wearing face covers. But how will businesses adjust to the new normal? I’ve seen a bunch of articles this week about what businesses are considering.
Railroad Service Provider Nordco Stays on Track by Speeding Up Its Planning Process
ToolsGroup
MAY 11, 2020
With 100 years of experience, Nordco is a veteran of the railway industry. The company provides the products and services that rail-related industries need to stay on track, including substantial aftermarket spare parts and equipment production. However, like many smaller distributors, Nordco suffered from two common supply chain dilemmas. 1. Balancing high service levels with inventory.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 15, 2020)
Talking Logistics
MAY 15, 2020
It started with the newspapers. They stopped getting delivered on Monday. The next day, all television and radio stationswent dark and silent. Then on Wednesday, a loose thread was pulledand all the social networks unravelled, like old, moth-eaten sweaters. “Am I okay, doc?” I ask a faceless doctor. “You’re fine, son,” he says, taking a. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 15, 2020).
Delivery Logistics: Why Final Mile Is Where It Comes to a Head
GlobalTranz
MAY 12, 2020
Maintaining proper controls in freight within the final mile has always been a top concern for supply chain executives. Failures within the final mile delivery logistics are both the most visible to consumers and poorly visible to supply chain leaders. Moreover, the logistics of delivery in the last mile result in 40% of the overall.read More. The post Delivery Logistics: Why Final Mile Is Where It Comes to a Head appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Transportation in the Time of a Pandemic
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 12, 2020
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the long-haul transportation industry has been tested daily. The biggest issue? Fluctuations in supply and demand. Spot loads quadrupled in the last month with outbound tender volumes at their highest since 2018. In April, freight volumes increased from 100,000 loads per weekday to 150,000 loads at its peak, loads remained consistently above 130,000 each day early in the month.
The Lasting Impact of COVID-19 on Relationships Between Shippers and Carriers [Podcast]
CHAINalytics
MAY 13, 2020
On this week’s Freightvine, host Chris Caplice speaks with Ron Lazo, Vice President at transportation management software developer Manhattan Associates, on aspects of the COVID-19 era that are likely to stay with us and how they’ll define the “new normal.” The sudden economic shutdown leads to extreme volatility Trucking market volatility in the past few … The post The Lasting Impact of COVID-19 on Relationships Between Shippers and Carriers [Podcast] appeared first on Chainalytics.
Uber, Amazon, and COVID-19: Shaping the Future of Freight Brokerage
Talking Logistics
MAY 11, 2020
COVID-19 is disrupting many aspects of supply chain management. The “glass is half full” perspective, however, is that the pandemic is also serving as a catalyst for innovation and digital transformation. Will COVID-19, for example, lead to an acceleration in digital freight adoption? Last week, Uber Freight announced “a new milestone in [its] vision to.
Last Mile Problem: Preparation and Visibility Overcome All Obstacles
GlobalTranz
MAY 11, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic challenged the global and domestic transportation markets in new and profound ways. The standards used for traditional freight management have revealed significant risks lurking just below the surface of modern supply chain management, and for shippers, time is of the essence. It’s no longer a less-than-truckload shipping versus traditional operational problem.
3 Ways Your Wholesaler ERP System Is Failing You
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The supply chain is the world’s most complex logistics challenge, where efficiency and accuracy are critically important to ensure goods are accessible to consumers when needed. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems play a key role for wholesale distribution companies in this process, serving (among other things) as the inventory management software that attempts to ensure that the right products are available in the right quantities at the right time and place.
BD’s Medical Supplies Control Tower Powers their Response to Covid-19
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 11, 2020
BD's Control Tower provides end-to-end visibility of their supply chain. This has been of great value during the pandemic. This project is key to BD's digital transformation. And with machine learning applied to Big Data, the solution will only get better with time. The post BD’s Medical Supplies Control Tower Powers their Response to Covid-19 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Restarting the Automotive Supply Chain in Uncertain Times
QAD
MAY 12, 2020
This article was co-written by Cathy Fisher , founder and president at Quistem and global expert in automotive quality management systems. The global automotive industry has never faced an unplanned shutdown (complete or partial) like that which has stemmed from COVID-19. Unprecedented times call for unprecedented actions. The current situation differs significantly from planned automotive plant shutdowns for example, for model changes.
Oracle Recognized as a Leader for 5th consecutive year in 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for.
Oracle SCM
MAY 11, 2020
Oracle has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2020 Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems report for the 5th consecutive year. This year's report states, "The WMS market remains vibrant with vendors continuing to innovate. Progress is being made in adaptability and support for automation while cloud services grow faster than the overall market.
Laying the Foundation for Advanced Supply Chain Planning Capabilities in the F&B Industry
Logility
MAY 12, 2020
As a former Director of Supply Chain Management for a multi-national, multi-channel food manufacturer, I experienced first-hand the variety of challenging problems faced by supply chain planners in the unforgiving Food and Beverage Industry. Many difficult days and restless nights were spent worrying about how to overcome challenges associated with long raw material lead times, volatile commodity price fluctuations, safety and quality issues, high demand uncertainty and seasonality, high promoti
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.
From Excel to State-of-art Demand Planning Solution
DynaSys
MAY 12, 2020
Project success!! I have just completed a new demand planning project. As I reflect on the before and after, I am truly amazed how far our customer has come in such a short period. Looking at where they started and how they implemented the solution to make positive changes really illustrates all the growth they achieved. Before the project, they were using Excel to forecast and plan their business.
Ivalua NOW Part 2 – Re-Imagining Offices and Transforming Procurement
ivalua
MAY 15, 2020
At last week’s Ivalua NOW virtual event, Jon Stevens, President of JLL Digital, delivered the first keynote. JLL is a long-established global real estate services provider and manager, with revenues approaching $20 billion. Stevens runs the side of the business that is working on new digitally-driven initiatives, and he had two main themes. He talked about the JLL Marketplace, which the firm offers to its clients and firms occupying the buildings it manages.
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