Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2023

The concept of digital twins has emerged as a powerful foundational tool to drive improvements in warehouse productivity and efficiency. In the warehouse context, a digital twin can be created to represent the physical layout, inventory, equipment, and workflows of a warehouse.

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Precoro

OCTOBER 6, 2022

With the global market expansion and deepening supply chain complexity, the roles of procurement leaders have evolved from tactical to strategic. 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. From whom are we buying?

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In this blog, we will explore and compare the supply chain courses available on both platforms, diving deep into aspects such as focus and specialization, pricing, availability of practical tools, ease of use, and more. Pricing Structure Affordable pricing, with annual access to purchased courses and practical resources through Pro Plan.

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Precoro

JULY 29, 2024

Procurement operations are no exception. In fact, 43% of GPOs that took part in the 2023 Global Chief Procurement Officer Survey cited overall procurement risk had increased significantly as compared to 20% in the 2021 study. Keep reading to learn: What is an online procurement system? Let’s break them down.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Demand forecasting plays a crucial role in business success, as it helps predict customer demand and plan inventory effectively. Fortunately, with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), demand forecasting software has undergone a significant transformation. Head to our demand forecasting solutions page.

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Precoro

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

They integrate finance, HR, sales, and supply chain management into one complex platform. Within this setup, an ERP procurement module helps companies make purchases and manage suppliers. Numbers speak louder: According to Procurement Tactics’ top procurement trends in 2025 , 83% of CPOs prioritize digitization.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Front and center in this revolution are the marriage of customer relationship management (CRM) software and capable e-commerce platforms like Shopify. Enter companies like DigitalSuits, a high-tech Shopify development and e-commerce agency that leverages technology and innovation to build end-to-end solutions.

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My Office Apps

MARCH 26, 2025

How Kechie ERP Software Transforms Operations Across Key Business Sectors How are companies managing the external and internal challenges that increase the complexity of their operations every day? That solution is Kechie ERP, a configurable, user-friendly tool designed to support businesses of all sizes.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. In the automotive sector, manufacturers are simultaneously reducing inventory costs and delivery times.

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Logility

DECEMBER 15, 2023

From harvest to hands, the food & beverage (F&B) industry leaves no room for guesswork, especially without supply chain optimization software. Excellence in all these areas requires predicting demand, buying supplies, producing products promptly, and swiftly responding to market demand.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Understanding how your Procurement and Supply Chain KPIs are performing isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for survival and growth. Is inventory bloating your costs? But what if you could get a clear, birds-eye view of your core performance without investing in complex, expensive software?

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 18, 2024

CAGR , the global supply chain management software market is expected to touch USD 50 billion by 2032. This one figure speaks volumes about how organizations worldwide want access to the best supply chain management tools to boost efficiency and value in their distribution and logistics network. The real challenge?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 8, 2016

As an analyst in the supply chain market for 15 years, I have written many articles on best-of-breed technology companies purchased by a larger company. The initial software product release name was Real-Time Forecasting. E2open sells a cloud-based solution for network collaboration. History of Terra Technology.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Eight proven optimization strategies, combining technology, best practices, and sustainable solutions. Essential technology solutions, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management Systems (IMS), and the transformative power of IoT and automation.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 15, 2018

The Importance of Inventory Management. When it comes to inventory management, new trends are demonstrating that less is more. Especially since many retailers have already purchased and shipped their goods ahead of the looming tariff changes. Getting the Right Tools for the Job.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Manufacturers and brick-and-mortar retailers have been using software to manage their inventory for years – but inventory management is even more important when you’re running a business that operates in the complex eCommerce space. Inventory management is a critical process in that streamlining effort.

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EazyStock

JUNE 24, 2020

Inventory optimization software is an important piece of the puzzle. It is critical to helping inventory management teams understand and manage demand and supply variables. Save Time by Automating Inventory Management Calculations. It’s now time that inventory management teams did the same.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 3, 2013

They knew little about the software market. It was called multi-enterprise inventory optimization. In the beginning, the inventory management solutions of LogicTools , Optiant and SmartOps pushed to take operations research to a new level through supply chain optimization. SmartOps was purchased by SAP.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

I know that your primary focus is procurement. If S&OP efforts were that effective, don’t you think that we would have made more progress against inventory levels, margin, and growth? The issues are largely rooted in politics and the lack of clarity on supply chain excellence. Or planned orders to purchase orders?)

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Logility

AUGUST 24, 2023

Your Comprehensive Guide to Production Planning Software The benefits of production planning software vs scheduling are about the granularity of the plan: capacity plans (or master production schedules) are not granular and factor in less granular things, like high level capacity, forecasts, inventory, and transfer times.

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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? Work centers?

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

That makes sense – inventory is one of the most capital intensive areas for any product business. Here we explain how you can do this with 16 cost reduction strategies in inventory management?that VMI creates efficiencies in the supply chain as it ensures data from sales is a key part of the inventory management system.

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RFgen

JUNE 8, 2023

Key Takeaways: Inventory management software with built-in automation has been found to increase accuracy and profits. There is no one-size-fits-all solution for inventory management software—it’s about the best product for your business objectives and industry. accuracy and more.

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Logility

JULY 22, 2024

As Raheel Hussain, Director of the Supply Chain Center of Excellence at Reynolds Consumer Products notes during a recent webinar , a level of synchronization is critical to systemically share information and cut down the constant offline back-and-forth (conversations) between different functions.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the realm of efficient procurement management, understanding the various types of procurement reports becomes paramount. These reports serve as navigational tools, offering insights into different facets of the procurement process.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In parallel, PE/venture capitalists purchased/consolidated network solutions, slashing R&D and delaying investment, reducing industry capabilities. If you, like most, are running your supply chain based on ERP and Excel spreadsheet data, you are not prepared. Inventory Management. No one knows. What to do?

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Inventory management is a crucial aspect of supply chain management, and effective strategies can help businesses reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase profits. But what does a great inventory management strategy look like? Amazon did not invent the random storage approach.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Purchase order (PO) systems are software tools that help you manage the end-to-end purchase order process. They streamline procurement workflows by automating key tasks such as purchase order creation, approval, distribution, and tracking. What is a purchase order system?

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Consumers are demanding faster shipping, better visibility and excellent customer experience from the places they shop. Smart retailers are adopting a digital-first or mobile-first strategy to take advantage of the growing number of consumers taking the digital path to purchase. The solution? Artificial intelligence (AI).”[5]

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 27, 2024

Hence, leveraging the right technological tools becomes not only beneficial. It is also a means to maintain a competitive edge and operational excellence. This comprehensive guide highlights software that stands out. For each recommended software, we will delve into the key features that set it apart.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 3, 2015

When it comes to the management of inventory in value chains, frustration abounds. Executive, after executive, lament, “They have purchased many technologies and sponsored many projects to reduce inventories, but they are not seeing results.” The Inventory Management Journey.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

Effective inventory management is crucial to reducing costs in any manufacturing business. Cost reductions in food manufacturing can be achieved by using food manufacturing software that improves ordering processes and minimises overstocking of expensive raw ingredients. Why your food inventory management system is going stale.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In this guide to barcodes in inventory management: In order to apply barcodes to inventory management, it is important to understand the basics of the barcode system. It is not necessary to buy them from a universal database (such as UPC) particularly if you are just starting out and testing the waters.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 6, 2021

For any wholesale business, software has become critical to survival. So what should you keep an eye out for when you’re shopping around for wholesaling software? Learn more: Handle your wholesale orders with confidence Why is dedicated software so crucial for a wholesale SME? Inventory management 1.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 24, 2022

We also give you the 10 best practices to reduce your spend on MRO goods while maintaining a steady flow of the items you need – including the KPIs and software that will assist you. Learn more: What is Inventory Management? Techniques for 2022 What is MRO inventory?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Why Procurement Transformation Can Fail! The duties of procurement managers are diverse, ranging from creating solicitations to collaborating with vendors. The importance of digital procurement is increasing rapidly. Along with cost savings, procurement managers are focusing on optimizing and automating processes.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 11, 2012

This year supply chain leaders will celebrate thirty years of progress in supply chain management; but we have not made progress on one of the funamentals: inventory management. I think that it is time for us to take the litmus test and ask the hard questions, “Have our practices impacted days of inventory?

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