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7 Strategic Performance Business Practices with 3PL KPIs and 4 KPI Problems to Solve

GlobalTranz

We continue our series on understanding the 3PL KPIs (Key performance indicators) from 3PL consultant, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain as it relates to the engagement with a 3PL. We began our series first writing about the 9 key broad and somewhat soft topics to understand in effective KPI Management. What is lacking?

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The Renewed Importance of Production Planning and Operational Excellence in the New Normal- Part Two

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides the second in a multi-part series addressing the renewed importance of production planning and operational excellence in this very uncertain and constantly changing business environment. Refocusing on Operational Excellence In the previous section, we identified a number of drivers for operational efficiency.

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Inventory Optimization 101 – Smart & Effective Inventory Management

ThroughPut

An inventory manager aims at ensuring the key performance indicators (KPIs) are aligned to the available inventory and works on identifying key areas that are performing well or those aspects which require attention. Key Pillars of Supply Chain Inventory Optimization. LACK OF AUTOMATION.

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Inventory Optimization 101 – Smart & Effective Inventory Management

ThroughPut

Also, since online and offline store channels operate differently with different KPI targets, creating optimum inventory levels to manage all of this could be a challenge. . These manufacturers achieve JIT & supply chain efficiency in inventory optimization by streamlining their inventory purchasing and delivery operations.

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Inventory Optimization 101 – Smart & Effective Inventory Management

ThroughPut

Also, since online and offline store channels operate differently with different KPI targets, creating optimum inventory levels to manage all of this could be a challenge. . These manufacturers achieve JIT & supply chain efficiency in inventory optimization by streamlining their inventory purchasing and delivery operations.

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13 Amazing Logistics & Supply Chain Mobile Applications

EazyStock

To stay ahead, tech-smart operations, savvy professionals are using logistics and supply chain mobile applications as must-have tools for operational excellence. Fancy KPI dashboards show you how you are stacking up month to month and call out areas where there is room to cut costs. Veeqo – Warehouse Management System.

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Reducing Cost Per Delivery: and Interview with FarEye

Logistics Viewpoints

Second, how can retailers use technology to enhance the customer experience? Third, how can both retailers and logistics providers better cooperate to provide enhanced service and reduced costs? Fourth, at what point should retailers that outsource their deliveries consider managing their own fleet or delivery network?