BR Williams Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

FreightWaves Ratings offers reviews on a wide range of technology products related to supply chain , freight , logistics , and fleet management. Such products include dashboard cameras and Electronic Logging Devices. They are considered a trusted source in the industry.

Alabama 98

Alabama Company Third Party Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software 98

Elementum

OCTOBER 3, 2018

But issues surrounding labor and rising fuel prices pose real threats to the freight industry. Last April, the Electronic Logging Device Mandate went into effect. Electronic Logging Devices record that time automatically, reducing the distance drivers can cover. Technology Comes to the Aid of Freight Companies.

Freight 68

Freight Company Sourcing Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software 68

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

In going door to door trying to sell a Freight Management service, as well as in my experience working in companies, I have had the opportunity to see a variety of ways in which companies, large and small, were managing their Freight and Logistics spend. Freight and Logistics. You must manage Freight and Logistics.

Cost Reduction Strategies 68

Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 68

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 10, 2024

Background Throughout 2022 and 2023, we have highlighted for readers the various indications of Apple’s unfolding China Plus sourcing moves. That culminated in our research arm’s published December 2023 Supply Chain Matters update, Apple’s Unfolding China Plus Sourcing Strategy for iPhone Production.

India 59

India Manufacturing Procurement Report Sourcing Strategies 59

Elementum

OCTOBER 3, 2018

But issues surrounding labor and rising fuel prices pose real threats to the freight industry. Last April, the Electronic Logging Device Mandate went into effect. Electronic Logging Devices record that time automatically, reducing the distance drivers can cover. Technology Comes to the Aid of Freight Companies.

Freight 60

Freight Company Sourcing Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

QAD

AUGUST 16, 2022

Continued fallout, including transport congestion, limited air freight and rail freight transportation in the Asia-Europe lanes, because of the Russia/Ukraine conflict. QAD Auctions tailors auction designs to the specific negotiation and award strategies and improves sourcing results. Potential U.S.

Optimal Sourcing 94

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 94

Supply Chain Collaborator

AUGUST 5, 2015

More than a year ago, the Supply Chain Collaborator blog examined the trend toward crowd sourcing and wondered aloud whether an “Uber for commercial shipping” was imminent. Yet, as an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal concludes, we are still nowhere near developing a killer app for crowd sourced commercial shipping.

Sourcing Strategies 60

Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Shipping 60

Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 23, 2018

Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line! Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. Combating Rising Freight Costs with a TMS.

Negotiating Skills 74

Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Analytics Software 74

20Cube Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Additionally, when the ports are facing capacity crunch or the tariffs of ocean freight and container skyrockets, it iis airfreight that comes as the savior. With the current business scenario changing at a rapid pace, the freight forwarding industry is shifting its focus towards airfreight. Capacity Crunch of Ocean Freight.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 74

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning 74

DAT Solutions

JULY 30, 2015

Jeff Tucker 's guest column in yesterday's Wall Street Journal pointed to the pivotal role of technology, including DAT Load Boards , in freight logistics today. Jeff also highlighted the contribution of freight brokers to the efficient movement of cargo. But the role of technology in freight transportation is far from disruptive.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

Logistics Network Optimization Software Journal Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 70

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

There is no solution to optimize source, make and deliver together or drive bidirectional orchestration to execute trade-offs between functions automatically. Examples include alternate sourcing, bill of material changes or alternate modes/routing between the planning, procurement and transportation.) History of INTTRA. My dilemma?

Supply Chain Planning Software 167

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 167

EMERGE App

JULY 11, 2018

Google a phrase like “sourcing products from China” and you’ll instantly be faced by almost 39 million results! You need to source for products to sell at wholesale prices to your retail customers. And the place to source for most, if not all, of your products is in China. Introduction. Get Professional Help.

Purchasing Skills 64

Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills 64

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 8, 2021

Customers now expect reliability, speed, and convenience in their small parcel delivery experience and a company’s ability to meet those expectations can even be a source of differentiation. Recognize freight market conditions and current consumer expectations. Shipping and delivery are a critical part of the customer experience.

Cost Reduction Strategies 44

Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Meeting Freight 44

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

The company’s equipment was designed to connect to virtual based instructors utilizing an onboard camera, microphone, and electronic screen, at a rather premium cost compared to other fitness options. Sourcing was both a cost as well as landed cost decision factor. Peloton equipment was not your average offering in-home based fitness.

Sourcing Strategies 105

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 105

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 31, 2022

It’s premature to know at this stage what the full impact will be on our economies and supply chains, but we can expect more delays of supply of imported inventory, food, and component parts, due to reduced or rescheduled air and sea freight. The supply chain of the future.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 105

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Today we pick up our series on all things Electronic Data Interchange or EDI by busting the common myths around implementing an EDI Integration program. The truth is, many myths have circulated throughout the business world, and electronic data interchange is the focus of quite a few of these myths. Truth: It Increases Productivity.

Supply Chain Network Software 233

Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Expense Reduction 233

Freightos

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Whether it’s agile sourcing of hoverboards or finding the perfect gift for the person who has everything, technology is fixing the problem for good. Production Freight Receiving Purchasing Retail Logistics Production: Santa’s little helpers. “New Source: Soar Boards, via Flickr. But it comes at a price.

Supply Chain Design Software 120

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Arena Solutions

JUNE 30, 2020

For companies in the high-tech, consumer electronics, or medical device industries, there are many concerns to address how you can continue to manufacture and deliver products to market with the disruptions we all face. Using air freight to expedite the shipment of products to reduce the risk of local inventory issues.

Supply Chain Design Software 93

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Demand Planning Software 93

Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 12, 2018

Fuller, who is also chief executive officer of freight market analytics provider FreightWaves , saw the suitability of a technology that originally was created to support the trading of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. As it stands today, however, blockchain isn’t a solution that can be instantly embraced by the freight industry.

Freight 40

Freight Industrial Industry Supply Chain Planning Software 40

American Global Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

Air freight has evolved dramatically, especially after the pandemic. Since then, air freight has adapted to various market demands and technological advancements. 2023 Air Freight Industry Analysis Air freight is a vital part of the global economy. It transports everything from fresh produce to high-value electronics.

Cargo 52

Cargo Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

TMC

MARCH 9, 2017

A leading consumer electronics company started sending laptops from Chongqing in Southwest China to Duisburg in Germany by train rather than boat, “pioneering a renaissance in overland transport across central Asia,” says the Financial Times. Source: World Economic Forum, [link]. For example, the Financial Times reported that U.S.

Cost Reduction Strategies 48

Cost Reduction Strategies Purchasing Training Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 48

BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 2023

From an industry standpoint, in a phenomenon I would call industry morphing, automotive, high tech, and consumer electronics are gravitating together. Can we get the supplies from an alternate source? Can we use premium freight? Can we expedite? Do we need to carry excess inventory? The same with Mercedes-Benz USA.

Automotive 69

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 69

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

And even if an order from an overseas supplier were to be filled, delivery issues would be compounded by the declining number of air and ocean freight options to move products into the U.S. By mid-March, just as the incidence of coronavirus victims was growing in countries across the globe, its spread showed signs of slowing in Wuhan.

Supply Chain Design Software 130

Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

And if necessary you may want to dual source some of your supply with more than one supplier. Having a Transportation Management System with electronic connectivity showing you where your goods are at any point in time gives you the ability to manage your product flow. Freight #Logistics #SupplyChain #SCM #Distribution #Transportation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 43

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Agile and Lean Supply Chain Freight 43

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 2, 2022

Supply Chain Matters highlights the latest financial performance from bellwether firms in CPG , online retail, high tech and consumer electronics regarding ongoing supply chain related inflationary cost and supply impacts on performance. billion impact related to either foreign exchange headwinds, and higher costs for materials and freight.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Price Reduction 52

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

James Winebrake, Dean of College of Liberal Arts, Rochester Institute of Technology There are a number of important trends happening in the freight industry, spanning all modes of transportation: trucking, shipping, rail, pipeline, and air. Lastly, air freight has been increasing rapidly over the past decade - a trend I suspect will continue.

Rail Software 100

Rail Software Trends Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 4, 2017

When it comes to electronic ordering, real-time order visibility, and the use of mobile apps and technology, Domino’s Pizza is much further up the supply chain maturity curve (see video demonstrating Domino’s Tracker app ). But that’s where the similarities end. Why the increased attention and demand?

Material Savings 0

Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software Conference Supply Chain Software 0

TransAudit

MAY 16, 2022

Your recovery audit company can function as a valuable source of savings and business intelligence. How Long Has the Freight Audit Company Been In Business? The company’s ability to remain in business usually speaks to its proven ability to audit freight bills and recover lost profits.

Rail Software 52

Rail Software Supply Chain Design Software Analytics Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

From the ubiquity of the Internet and various electronic gadgets, we are now in the era of next-level digital space where businesses and individuals can easily leverage the power of cloud computing, big data analytics, AI, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Supply Chain Design Software 76

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design 76

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

These smart operators include: John Deere: The agricultural vehicle manufacturer says it expects to spend $40 million (USD) on expedited freight to ensure there is no disruption in supply. The Electronics Industry. General Motors: Has airlifted supplies for its North American truck production. The Food Industry.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain 52

GlobalTranz

MAY 5, 2015

Next Generation Power Electronics Manufacturing Innovation Institute or Power America. The new institute is focused on enabling the next-generation of energy-efficient, high-power electronic chips and devices by making wide bandgap semiconductor technologies cost-competitive with current silicon-based power electronics in the next five years.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Innovation Manufacturing Supply Chain Design Software 120

Resilinc

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

An invasion would send prices for both fuels higher, leading to more inflation, rising costs for a wide range of commodities including food, as well as freight surcharges and impacts on downstream markets. And electronics, automotive, aerospace, food, healthcare, and other industries would see supply allocations and revenue impacts.

Russia 104

Russia Ukraine Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning 104

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 21, 2020

The use of conveyors to move goods, changing package sizes to match fulfillment and replenishment quantities, automated labelling and scanning, driverless forklift trucks, electronic inventory management, and automated movement of goods are all examples of ways to reduce humans touching goods. Drop shipping is another great example.

Waste Reduction 91

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings 91

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Freight Companies Scramble to Reroute Goods in Wake of Harvey (WSJ – sub. LevaData to Transform Strategic Sourcing for Global Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders. The real-time freight visibility space has been heating up in recent years, with MacroPoint leading the way, along with FourKites and 10-4 Systems.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement 0

Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more. Content Summary: New Electronic Vehicle Export Process Debuts at Port Everglades. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2015 : solar-powered vessel, robot dispatcher, 3-D printed flight parts, and more. Media Type.

Supply Chain Design Software 110

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Innovation 110

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

But before I head out, grab your reading glasses and check out the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: SophiaTX Open Source Platform to Integrate SAP, Blockchain. Convargo grabs $19 million to improve road freight (TechCrunch). Shippo raises $20 million to be the Stripe for shipping (Venture Beat).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software SAP 0

Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2018

The comment caught my attention because later that morning I was going to moderate a discussion with Dan Dershem , General Partner at Supply Chain Ventures, about emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence and machine learning, autonomous trucks, and digital freight. Digital Freight. Blockchain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 121

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