The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Holds a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and holds a Global MSc. In 2017 I also assumed responsibility for Field Services and in 2019 Data Excellence & Analytics embracing digital transformation driving our Tailored, Sustainable and Connected 4.0

Sourcing Strategies 246

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 23, 2020

I define supply chain excellence as year-over-year performance better than the peer group on this balanced scorecard. 06/2020 Kinaxis buys Rubikloud for 60M$. The supply chain planning vendor faces the innovators’ dilemma. Procurement and transportation operated as islands. They did it. My conclusion?

Supply Chain Design Software 283

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ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

Buyers are expected to scrutinize every aspect of the purchasing process to identify ways to reduce their carbon footprint, source sustainable materials, and promote diversity. The percentage of purchased goods emissions by suppliers with science-based targets.

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 130

QAD

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This leads to fulfillment operations inhibited by a lack of visibility and shared information. For companies concerned with operational excellence — and profitability — this needs to change and many need to address global trade management complexities. Luckily, connected chains allow for the sharing of real-time information.

Supply Chain Disruption 94

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 17, 2013

More than 500 senior decision-makers from 23 different European countries gathered at the Translog Connect Congress, organised for the third time, in Budapest to exchange ideas and find solutions for their major challenges in transportation, logistics and supply chain management. The solution offers an impressive 98.92 Jury members.

Hungary 84

Hungary Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement 84

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Procurement training equips you to excel in the corporate world by teaching you everything from supplier dynamics to negotiating strategies. You may make an informed selection and select the procurement training programme that best meets your needs by carefully weighing these considerations. What is procurement and purchasing Lesson 2.

Purchasing Training 78

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

To get ahead in today’s competitive marketplace, distributors must remain on the cutting edge of innovation and stay up-to-date on new developments. It involves various activities, such as warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and logistics.

Inventory Reduction 101

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

This is the first of a two-part series where I will curate and cull information from my 4 decades of experience in logistics cost reduction at various positions in the supply chain. An excellent Warehouse Management System (WMS) can help reduce costs by automating cycle counting, and maintaining location control.

Cost Reduction Strategies 120

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Unleashed

AUGUST 3, 2021

This increase in pet ownership—along with panic buying—has created a huge surge in demand for pet food. tended to buy their?pet purchase in bulk, hoarding quantities?of Shortages in ground transportation equipment?and Surveys show that two out of five puppy purchases were directly?influenced million UK households?have

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Food Inventory Management Software Manufacturing 98

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Sluggish vs Optimized Transportation and Logistics Without Advanced Analytics : Logistics operations may operate on static routing and scheduling, not accounting for variables like traffic, weather, or sudden changes in demand.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

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BlueYonder

MARCH 16, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. This Part 2 blog post will explore the next remedies and innovative solutions that will help accelerate digital transformations and attainment of benefits.

Automotive 73

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

I also shared with them my view that companies will ultimately find opportunities for supply chain innovation at the intersection of Software, B2B Connectivity, and Social Networking — a trend best illustrated by the rise of Supply Chain Operating Networks (SCONs). How are companies using SCONs in the real world?

Optimal Sourcing 171

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software 171

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2016

The empowered consumers of today are beginning to expect this option for all of their purchases. We have already seen Amazon move in that direction with their purchase of Colis Prive, rumors of acquiring an airport in Germany, buying up a fleet of 747s and more. Visibility Will Drive Logistics Innovation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 12, 2019

This team was working on quality improvements and found that the flows crossed 117 disconnected documents in access, excel, and google analytics. Improved visibility allows teams to see information and take action. Most deployments focus on functional excellence–manufacturing, transportation, customer service or procurement.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 173

Prescriptive Analytics Software Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software 173

Vinculum

APRIL 18, 2022

Supply chains are now thought of while buying goods and services. Blue Yonder reveals how 58% of companies focused on sustainability which is excellent progress. Legacy systems still critical include transportation management systems (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS). Adoption of New Tech may get essential.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

It involves outsourcing logistics activities, such as warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, and order fulfillment, to a dedicated logistics service provider. While it possesses the buying power of a large corporation, NUNNER focuses on providing tailor-made solutions to its customers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Inventory Management Software 90

GlobalTranz

MARCH 4, 2015

We are lucky to also feature the great supply chain of Staples, who recently purchased Office Depot. Supply Chain Management Academic Program Gets Hands on Experience from Staples’ Supply Chain Excellence. in the first of its kind relationship to bring innovation and new research to the supply chain field.

Gartner 120

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning 120

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Supplier performance management provides detailed information about the risks your suppliers may have, so you can take action to reduce or eliminate risks in your supply chain. Figure 1 shows a sample proposed SPM project structure for a transportation services company. What innovations could be introduced? How is it possible?

Vendor Strategies 55

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Think about your most recent purchase. This sequence of events involves many moving parts, including purchasing, packaging, shipping, and transporting materials to distributors to sell to the end customer. Designing systems and innovations that solve problems of today’s shippers. Pros: Fast-paced atmosphere.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 97

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 30, 2016

No matter how it functions, the role of the distribution system is to efficiently find consumers who need particular products and to ensure that they have access and the ability to buy them if they want. Using innovative approaches, some companies attempt to cover the entire market segment, from production to retail.

Modeling Software 127

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Procurement Academy

AUGUST 31, 2021

The most remarkable and disruptive changes of tomorrow will demand a total shift in how we figure out current issues and challenges, such as how we perform tasks, how we activate change, how do we innovate new propositions, how we identify the technology we apply in our businesses, and which resources we can leverage. Why not go global?

Supply Chain Planning Software 95

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

Transport Intelligence, the well-respected U.K. The newest addition to the scene, the WSJ’s Daily Logistics Report combs through the business and logistics articles published by the WSJ team, providing a daily email at 6am EST with key information. Transport Topics. American Journal of Transportation. wsjlogistics.

Resource Reduction 120

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Oracle SCM

JULY 12, 2017

Supply chain executives were under pressure to develop more efficient, customer-centric supply chains while finding innovative ways to reduce costs and enable growth. Companies tripped over themselves to build ecommerce portals, and one-click purchasing grew in relevance. But innovation doesn’t exist in a vacuum.

Inventory Reduction 163

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

Companies with advanced supply chain practices excel in delivering quality third-party logistics management, SKU optimization, efficient transport management, and swift handling of B2B/B2C shipments. Strategic procurement outsourcing involves the application of innovative techniques by third-party providers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 89

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 89

Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2017

Logistics Excellence: Now & in the eFuture. I moderated one of the sessions: a conversation with Ken Wood (EVP of Product Marketing at Descartes) and Raimond Diederik (EVP of Information Services at Descartes) on various technology trends and market drivers. Will this include drone deliveries? pic.twitter.com/rDXqt2Q7rV.

Supply Chain Planning Software 114

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 7, 2016

While traditional supply chain processes evolved from functional excellence definitions for source, make and deliver from the inside-out; to make the digital pivot and become more market-driven, companies need to define new supply chain processes outside-in. Building New Structures Using New Building Blocks. Voice of the Customer.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 150

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 8, 2020

FedEx Fulfillment offers a wide range of excellent services such as packaging, reverse logistics, transportation, and warehousing. An excellent example of companies who engage in pure-play e-commerce fulfillment is Radial (formerly known as eBay Enterprise) and Red Stag Fulfillment. Pure-Play Fulfillment Services.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 61

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Macquarie University has conducted research that reveals companies are grappling with the opportunities and risks presented by outsourcing processes overseas, there is a need for better information for decision making, and a stronger foundation is required to understand whether it really pays for companies to be green and socially responsible.

Waste Reduction 274

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 6, 2020

For decades, consumers purchasing items out of mail order catalogs were content to place their order and wait weeks for the item to show up. ” Anyone following logistics news, knows Amazon continues to innovate when it comes to last mile delivery. Provide order tracking information. Growing urgency in last mile deliveries.

Real-time Visibility 100

Real-time Visibility Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 100

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Editor’s Note: Cerasis is a 3PL focused on transportation management. Distributors will inbound to a manufacturer the inventory needed and transportation management, especially inbound freight management, efficiency is paramount to an effective vendor managed inventory model. No Purchase Orders were used.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Modeling 120

Precoro

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Nowadays, procurement departments not only focus on the day-to-day buying operations but also search for the most efficient ways to go about them. Thorough analysis allows procurement professionals to surface, visualize, and present purchasing patterns, which are then evaluated by the stakeholders. From whom are we buying?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Pricing Training 98

GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

However, one thing that should come to mind is the prowess of the retail giant’s supply chain excellence. It says it will do that by “clarifying retail career paths, better pre-employment training, more innovative and relevant on-the-job and supplemental training and credentials that employers will accept for advancement.”

Gartner 120

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 120

20Cube Logistics

AUGUST 18, 2019

A lot of people are involved in the supply chain decision making process, to bring out the excellence outcome, however implementing the below mentioned characteristics will shift your supply chain operations from mundane to outstanding. Innovative. Sustainable. Communication & Network.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

He explains, “[The pandemic highlighted that] we were in the midst of a technology revolution, where automation, transparency, visibility, and information were becoming paramount to every supply chain, big or small. ” Those are excellent questions to consider before making investments in any technology. ” Step 3.

Supply Chain Planning Software 113

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. This new era brings with it an acceleration of innovation and disruption.

Internet of things 120

Internet of things Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 120

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 19, 2020

For example, are you sure that you don’t have one or two business units that excel in a performance element which, otherwise, is proving to be a weakness for your supply chain operations? It can stimulate healthy internal competition, which in turn helps to promote and develop a more innovative business culture.

Benchmarking 52

Benchmarking Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 52

ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Not only do warehouses fulfill an essential buffer function and ensure cost-efficient distribution, their role as competitive advantage driven by digital innovations significantly enhances as they are also the last decisive step in serving the customer. Lean warehousing. Simultaneous shipment scheduling.

Warehousing 52

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