Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 12, 2022

At Dow, Mr. Baker had Purchasing experience in raw materials, and logistics for their plastics supply chain. S&OP is the key process in effectively balancing supply – what can be made – with demand – what customers want to buy. Typically, supply chain planning drives significant reductions in inventory.

Supply Chain Planning Software 261

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Procurement Solutions Scenario Planning 261

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2018

For many, mandating SAP is job security for the IT implementation team. Bonuses and incentives align with functions and are often counter productive to driving supply chain excellence. Days of Inventory by Industry Across Years. This includes: Prioritized Inventory Actions. Organizational alignment is an issue.

Optimal Sourcing 191

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 191

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By maximizing space utilization, improving inventory control , and boosting workflow efficiency, you can unlock significant cost savings and elevate your customer service game. Essential technology solutions, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management Systems (IMS), and the transformative power of IoT and automation.

Optimal Sourcing 97

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Waste Reduction Modeling 97

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

The Volatility of Demand: Recessions typically lead to reduced consumer and business spending as concerns about job security and financial stability rise. Businesses may struggle to balance inventory, increasing the likelihood of either overstocking, tying up valuable capital and incurring storage costs, or understocking.

Supply Chain Planning Software 69

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 69

Kinaxis

AUGUST 24, 2015

It never ceases to surprise me when I hear how many enterprises entrust a mission-critical task to the desktop spreadsheet software Excel®. So what’s wrong with Excel? For example, with Excel you can’t easily: Integrate information from many sources. Support reliable data quality and secure data exchange.

S&OP 100

S&OP Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software 100

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

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

The company is piloting secure lockers for stock at their major sites. Driving an excellent supply chain depends on how people are recruited and managed, processes, and the technology used. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) to strengthen international supply chains and improve United States border security.

Supply Chain Design Software 300

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

2) According to a 2012 report into corporate insolvencies by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, 44% of businesses in Australia failed because of poor strategic management. That should be sobering news for any business not yet focused on supply chain excellence as a lever for business success.

Inventory Reduction 74

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 74

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Most companies have made their own organizations more efficient (ROA), but they have not reduced inventories and they have pushed costs back in the supply chain on suppliers that are less able to bear them. We have let buy- and sell-side transactional relationships erode value. I order 75% of my purchases online.

Pricing Training 262

Pricing Training Supply Chain Design Software Purchasing Training Waste Reduction 262

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 28, 2015

Many companies talk about Supply Chain Excellence, but most leaders struggle to define it. One supply chain leader, in a discussion last week, likened supply chain excellence to fitness. He felt that supply chain excellence was analogous. Our journey for supply chain excellence has changed and evolved over time.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Strategies 150

Logility

APRIL 6, 2020

The focus for all fashion retailers is inventory. Below we will examine inventory + a new retail outlook for 2020. This puts significant pressure on Merchants, Planners, Supply Chain and Corporate Finance team members to find the right solution for their inventory strategy. The number one priority is inventory for cash….

Retail 209

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Logility

APRIL 26, 2022

based supplier of fashion blanks transforms its demand and inventory management with Logility. One of the leading wholesale producers and sellers of premium quality blank apparel in the United States, Next Level Apparel has implemented the Logility® Digital Supply Chain Platform to modernize its demand and inventory planning processes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Precoro

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Supply chain management, purchase requisitions and orders, budget management, and three-way matching – all these processes are integral to procurement as a whole. Purchase requisitions and orders, receipts, invoices, and other documents must each contain specific information, often legally binding. Low-Quality Documentation.

Procurement Solutions 98

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing 98

NC State SCRC

APRIL 30, 2025

Many of the managers I speak with are buying into the application of artificial intelligence in the workplace, but often struggle to identify specific processes that are best suited for AI.I Challenges with AI One of the biggest challenges I hear from managers are the worries around security risks. This will be changing soon.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Analytics Software 52

QAD

MARCH 30, 2023

As I discussed in a recent article in RFID Journal , RFID technology has changed a lot since 2005 and could be the secret to ensuring greater visibility and inventory accuracy this year. and bring inventory accuracy up to an impressive 99.9%. What is RFID Technology? RFID tags can reduce out of stocks by up to 80.3%

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 98

Silvon Software

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Inventory Optimization based on actual sell through to streamline inventory management processes, reduce stockouts, minimize excess inventory, and improve overall supply chain efficiency. These gains stem from improved demand visibility, higher perfect order rates, reduced inventory levels, and faster cash-to-cash cycles.

Inventory Reduction 59

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Too much inventory in your distribution network? Inventory costs too high? These are all pervasive issues for supply chain operators worldwide—and are classic symptoms of suboptimal inventory performance. But what exactly does inventory optimisation mean, and what obstacles must first be broken down to achieve it?

Inventory Reduction 105

Inventory Reduction Modeling Network Optimization Supply Chain Optimization 105

o9 Solutions

JUNE 9, 2025

Adnan Shahid, Vice President of Supply Chain Planning and Procurement, and Gerhard Mühlhans, Vice President and Head of the Supply Chain Center of Excellence, described the organization’s shift from legacy processes, where 79 planners operated independently using spreadsheets, to a centralized, digital platform. “We

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Logility

JULY 21, 2022

Through its comprehensive digital portfolio OpenBlue, Johnson Controls offers seamlessly integrated products and solutions in building automation, building controls, refrigeration and air conditioning, as well as security, fire protection and fire suppression. The company also added a twist to this digital initiative – revenue recognition.

Supply Chain Planning Software 173

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software Scenario Planning 173

EazyStock

JUNE 24, 2020

Common challenges include unpredictable customer behavior, unreliable inventory supplies, rising logistical costs and internal capacity constraints. 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.

Inventory Management Software 98

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Procurement Solutions Inventory Reduction 98

Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 10, 2014

For example, if your Supply Chain work has reduced inventory turns or resulted in savings, you want to make sure your resume spells that out loud and clear. If you’re an inventory planner, how many SKUs did you manage? Establishing a genuine relationship with people is a passive way to secure a job. tell us about yourself’.

Supply Chain Planning Software 271

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Logility

AUGUST 12, 2021

Higher income, less waste, better quality, and improved food security are among the benefits of the farm-to-fork movement growing worldwide. Advanced Inventory Management. As one of the most visible supply chain expenses, inventory movement depends on customer service levels, supply chain design, and product quality.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 130

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. And with the average on-hand inventory quantities up 8.3%

Inventory Management Software 84

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 84

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. Hence, some companies will find corded barcode scanners to be all they need, where other companies require wireless scanners to support their online inventory management.

Inventory Management Software 96

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Inventory 96

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Big data and digital technologies support the aggregation of purchases across business units to improve performance, provide better spend analysis, and drive business value. eProcurement: Purchasing departments and individual users want an efficient and modern online shopping experience with the ability to view and compare items seamlessly.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies 52

AFFLINK

AUGUST 30, 2016

Historically, group purchasing organizations (GPOs) have been primarily utilized within the healthcare industry. A GPO is a group of businesses or organizations that come together to use their collective purchasing power to receive discounts from vendors. belong to at least one GPO. Your vendors aren’t delivering reliably.

Purchasing Skills 63

Purchasing Skills Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Vendor Strategies Groups 63

crisp

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

This busy time of year demands an agile approach, powered by real-time data, to meet these diverse demands and deliver excellence in the new year. Just like today’s seamless omnichannel experience is unlike anything in retail’s past, so too is the availability of real-time POS, category, and inventory data.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction 52

QAD

MARCH 10, 2020

Blockchain, a technology famous for its application in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, is being explored by automakers as a way to improve security in increasingly connected vehicles. Secure Payment, In-Vehicle. Only authorized parties would be able to access this data in real-time because it is cryptographically secure.

Automotive 145

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2017

An interruption in delivery of parts from a partner in Europe can therefore also have implications in China,” said [Markus Duesmann, BMW board member in charge of purchasing and supplier network]. We have N weeks of component supply on hand and have secured additional N weeks of inventory from the broker market. View Results.

Supply Chain Software 154

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ShipBob

APRIL 9, 2025

Core functions of warehousing every brand should know Security and risk mitigation strategies in warehousing functions How technology powers each warehousing function How ShipBob optimizes warehouse functions for ecommerce brands Get started with ShipBob Warehouse functions FAQs Many dismiss warehousing simply as storage.

Warehousing 52

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Freightos

MAY 31, 2022

I can walk into a local shop and purchase products from all around the globe. This isn’t just about consumerism; it’s inspiring to think that in purchasing an imported product, we are, in a tiny way, helping provide employment for people across our planet, often in developing countries. I started Freightos a decade ago, in 2012.

Purchasing Skills 156

Purchasing Skills Predictive Analytics Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement 156

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 15, 2023

Manufactures are continuously faced with the challenge of forecasting how much (raw material) to purchase and how much (finished goods) to produce. The value of forecasting The Inventory Planning Solution includes a Forecasting Program that consists of a wide range of statistical forecasting algorithms to choose from when forecasting demand.

Forecasting 105

Forecasting Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software Modeling 105

Precoro

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Within this setup, an ERP procurement module helps companies make purchases and manage suppliers. It helps manage purchasing, supplier relationships, and order processing while integrating procurement with finance, inventory, and other core business functions.

Procurement Solutions 45

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

On the horizontal carrier integration front, Maersk has doubled down on its extension from ocean consolidation (Hamburg Sud, 2017) to air cargo, increasing Maersk Air by 33% with three leased cargo planes and two new Boeing purchases. Amazon has made a habit of excelling at logistics to retain end customers and third party sellers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 177

Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction 177

crisp

MAY 21, 2025

In a Deloitte survey of retail professionals , 60% reported that AI tools improved their ability to forecast demand and manage inventory in 2024. AI systems can assess the impact of these changes on inventory positions and transportation needs, recommending optimal adjustments to maintain service levels while minimizing costs.

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 40

SCMDOJO

MAY 6, 2022

Applications developed on No-code platforms are customizable, cost-effective, and secure solutions driven by ideas. No-code platforms allow for the creation of excellent applications and services by simply dragging and dropping components. The concept of no-code platforms is excellent and provides needed solutions to ease scalability.

Supply Chain Design Software 138

Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Inventory Management Software 138

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 16, 2021

Inventory tracking enables flexible e-Commerce fulfillment models and allows for managing shocks caused by shop closures. Protecting stakeholders includes the substantiation of data sharing trust and security models between the role players. Suppliers need to prioritise actions to support solutions. That day will probably never come.

Supply Chain Design Software 257

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