QAD

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Manufacturing isn’t exempt from this pressure. Demands from customers, and possibly regulators, to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions can easily seem burdensome. The manufacturing industry has adopted “Lean” techniques enthusiastically. Lean is about driving out waste from every aspect of manufacturing.

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QAD

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Manufacturing Day is all about paving the way for the next generation to see themselves in our field and sustain manufacturing into the future. Around the US, companies and schools are collaborating to give students a peek into our exciting world of modern manufacturing. The Next Generation of Manufacturing.

Manufacturing Procurement 96

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

DGrade worked with Yas Marina Circuit to identify the most efficient strategy for the collections including placement of bins, recycling display, training facilities management teams, and logistics. Contamination can come in many forms whether it’s food waste, paper, cans, or glass. Contamination in recycling bins.

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Material Savings Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 246

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

This article explores the concepts of resilience and agility in supply chain management, their link with change, and the strategies employed to navigate the evolving business landscape. These changes can significantly impact supply chains by affecting sourcing strategies, trade routes, and market access.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

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ToolsGroup

MAY 17, 2022

A combo of pandemic-related increased demand, and the tragic destruction of a key chlorine manufacturer have led to 2022’s swimming pool chlorine shortage. Others educate customers on alternative water sanitizing methods like switching to a saltwater system, ozone generator, or mineral purifiers. The cause of this tragedy?

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OptiProERP

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Did you know: 90% of manufacturing leaders see a positive relationship between their performance and the sustainability transformation of their organization? 62% of global Co2 emissions come from manufacturing sectors? 54% of global energy consumption is from the manufacturing and production sector?

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OptiProERP

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Digital transformation is aggressively scaling up across all sectors of the manufacturing industry. Technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, 3D printing, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality are transforming the manufacturing world. What is Augmented Reality (AR)? What is Mixed Reality?

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 30, 2022

However, two decades later, there is still no technology solution to enable demand visibility or help companies use channel data to translate demand into an inventory, replenishment, or manufacturing strategy. My question is, “Why?” ” I am a fan of the fiv e why methodolog y to understand the root cause of an issue.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. Therefore, a firm would be well served to develop a supply chain strategy as described in my book: Supply Chain Transformation. But, it can be overdone.

Waste Reduction 274

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 14, 2022

Supply Chain Education and Certification – What’s Missing? Supply chain management is a tough field to break into without formal education, but there are ways you can get started. While VMI has been popular with manufacturers for years, it’s starting to see a lot of adoption among e-commerce retailers as well.

Course 115

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Logility

JUNE 2, 2023

Yet, despite its significance, demand forecasting continues to be a thorny issue for many businesses, particularly manufacturers. In essence, it evaluates the effectiveness of your demand forecasting strategy, assessing how your customer demand predictions match reality. Why is Demand Forecasting Accuracy Important?

Forecasting 130

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Unleashed

AUGUST 17, 2021

There is a range of manufacturing software now available to help businesses streamline their processes and maximise efficiency. Here we look at 15 types of manufacturing software, and for each answer three questions: What are the main functions of this software? What are its advantages and disadvantages?

Inventory Management Software 97

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 24, 2020

The Supply Chain Carbon Footprint Reduction Strategy. Well-known brands all over the globe have made slight modifications to their packaging to cater to conscious and educated consumer needs. If your co-workers or customers possess compost facilities, they can convert waste packaging into compost. Eco-friendly packaging!

Material Savings 68

Material Savings Packaging Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 68

OptiProERP

AUGUST 19, 2022

Throughput is the time it takes for a product to pass through manufacturing processes on a machine-by-machine basis for a defined period. It is key to understanding how your manufacturing team is doing. Quick and efficient production is the goal of manufacturers. A major problem for manufacturers is equipment downtime.

Manufacturing 52

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

We conclude this two part series about manufacturing operations excellence by consultant Chuck Intrieri, by outlaying why manufacturers should focus on a critical component that will help sustain manufacturing operations excellence for years to come. What is Driving Sustainable Manufacturing Operations Excellence?

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Logility

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

This realization for supply chain leaders creates new questions about which strategies can genuinely optimize their operations while offsetting changing demand and supply disruption. Of course, they know resilience is needed to succeed in today’s dynamic business environment. Second: Real-time analysis and visualizations. Fifth: Ease of use.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Instead, the focus is on reducing the costs of finance by eliminating labor costs through Business Process Reengineering (BPOS) and elongating payables. I shook my head in disgust at the waste in the process. The company in an effort to reduce costs outsourced payments. Want to talk about waste?

Optimal Sourcing 242

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Yet 50% of these same executives are reducing headcount. Hiring Halts and Reductions. A Mixed Message: Hiring Halts and Reductions Despite Continued Shortages. And as recession skirts the edges of budget plans, more companies are rethinking their hiring strategies. Labor Shortage Challenges. Retailers are no exception.

Optimal Sourcing 156

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E2open

OCTOBER 10, 2022

“While the new report highlights e2open’s growth in environmental and social impact, it also outlines the pivotal role our multi-enterprise data plays in helping customers achieve ESG-related goals like reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, risk mitigation, and protection of human rights through global trade and supply chain compliance.

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Unleashed

MAY 10, 2020

As governments and hospitals work to stamp out Covid-19, manufacturers are also struggling to manage the virus’ impact on their supply chains. Many are quick to blame just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing for their lack of components and raw materials. A pull inventory system is a Lean approach to reducing waste in any production process.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 72

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As an asset on a company’s balance sheet, reduced inventory results in a higher return on assets. So if inventory costs money and negatively impacts cash flow, why not just reduce it? Too little inventory also creates problems — for manufacturing, customer service, and maintenance. The role of inventory management.

Optimal Sourcing 111

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

This is solved through best practices, efficient and proven strategy, proper measurement of your tools and people, and the use of effective technology which doesn't add bloat, but is an enablement tool to provide a tangible Return on Investment in the way of reduced time and costs. . Revise your labor scheduling strategy.

Material Savings 120

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Optimal Sourcing 120

BlueYonder

MAY 21, 2024

More than 120,000 visitors descended on Hannover Messe in April, as leaders from the electronics, automotive, industrial, aerospace, and energy sectors came together to educate, inspire and connect for higher performance and improved sustainability.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 25, 2023

Tomorrow, 26 April 2023, is international Stop Food Waste Day. According the Stop Food Waste Day website , “Stop Food Waste Day is the largest single day of action in the fight against food waste. Food waste only exacerbates the challenge — and it’s everywhere. ” Why all the fuss? UN’s FAO, U.S.

Waste Reduction 130

Waste Reduction Food Price Reduction Resource Reduction 130

Enterra Insights

APRIL 24, 2024

An unimaginable amount of food is wasted every year. According to the staff at Recycle Track Systems (RTS), “The world wastes about 2.5 That’s estimated to be almost 40 percent of the entire US food supply, and equates to 325 pounds of waste per person. pounds of food waste per person sent for disposal. .”[2]

Waste Reduction 130

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Requis

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Scott Donachie is the president and founder of Companies for Zero Waste , an organization that helps businesses transition to low-carbon and zero waste operations while driving profitability. Scott, I’d love to hear a little bit about yourself and about how you got into Companies for Zero Waste. Highlights from the Conversation.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

From the continuing impact of the global pandemic to the ever-increasing importance of ‘transparency technology’ and sustainable practices, the food industry has its work cut out for it in 2021. It’s become even more important that businesses navigate multiple supply chains with food manufacturing software. Reduce food waste.

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ThroughPut

MARCH 25, 2024

This practice has evolved significantly from its historical roots, largely a game of educated guesses, to today’s data-driven approach that harnesses the power of advanced analytics. Furthermore, accurate forecasting helps optimize pricing strategies and promotional activities, driving additional revenue growth.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Demand Planning Software 52

ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

For instance, the continued push for higher wages means that time is of the essence, and delays on a loading dock still amount to lost time and wasted resources. And while the healthcare and education industries may most commonly suffer an attack, the supply chain is still at risk. Alternative Fulfillment Strategies Will Be Key.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 78

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Trends 78

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

With the advent of the IIoT and the complexities involved in operating a global supply network, today’s manufacturing companies are more interested than ever before to get a sense of the future. Managing optimum inventory levels – Inventory levels are like the building blocks of a manufacturing set up.

Forecasting 59

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Enterra Insights

JULY 8, 2020

”[1] Although food safety is a real concern, so is food waste. A study, conducted by researchers from various departments in the University of Maryland’s College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, concluded, “Food is lost or wasted at different stages of the food production, consumption, and supply chain.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Supply chain operators need to take a step back and closely examine their demand forecasting process to optimize supply chain operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. When demand is accurately forecasted, companies can optimize their inventory levels, reducing carrying costs and minimizing the risk of stockouts.

Supply and Demand 52

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 9, 2022

The last few years have proven that manufacturers need to be agile to respond to market demands at all levels of the operation without increasing costs and waste or sacrificing efficiency. Digital transformation has quickly become an essential part of any successful business strategy which has also resulted in a skills gap.

Course 105

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ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

With the advent of the IIoT and the complexities involved in operating a global supply network, today’s manufacturing companies are more interested than ever before to get a sense of the future. Managing optimum inventory levels – Inventory levels are like the building blocks of a manufacturing set up.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Forecasting Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software 52

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

With the advent of the IIoT and the complexities involved in operating a global supply network, today’s manufacturing companies are more interested than ever before to get a sense of the future. Managing optimum inventory levels – Inventory levels are like the building blocks of a manufacturing set up.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Forecasting Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 52

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

With the advent of the IIoT and the complexities involved in operating a global supply network, today’s manufacturing companies are more interested than ever before to get a sense of the future. Managing optimum inventory levels – Inventory levels are like the building blocks of a manufacturing set up.

Warehousing 52

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Goods are being produced, procured, and delivered more efficiently with reduced costs. However, because AI in eCommerce may still be in its infancy, many brands remain uncertain about the advantages of investing in an artificial intelligence strategy. In short, your entire supply chain can benefit from the use of AI in eCommerce.

Inventory Management Software 52

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