ivalua

MARCH 16, 2021

One such organization was Navistar, a leading manufacturer of commercial trucks, busses and proprietary engines that recently participated in a series of CPO interviews conducted by Ivalua and Art of Procurement. Teams should also revise expectations for tier-two and tier-three suppliers, shipping and freight partners.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

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

GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2016

manufacturers, supply chain, logistics, transportation, and freight management. Today we focus on the realities that we face with American manufacturing. The argument for American manufacturing is clear, and the topic has graced the stages of all political candidates. Manufacturers. manufacturing.

Manufacturing 139

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Have you seen the video of an innovative way to pack a suit in a rolled-up cardboard tube ([link] rollor.com/) that’s been circling among the logistics crowd on LinkedIn? A concept really hit home for me: the mandate that companies have “extended producer responsibility” for the products they manufacture and the packaging they use.

Singapore 246

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BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

This fact drives us to innovate when it comes to our Supply Chain Execution solutions. Along their journey they provide feedback, which with industry and technological advancements, backs our ongoing innovation strategy. We were able to make better decisions via automation, while also eliminating days of manual effort.

Gartner 85

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Tailwind

APRIL 20, 2021

This is where innovations in technology come in. From real-time supply chain tracking to smart telematics systems, there are several tools that promise to refine freight operations and create a more streamlined supply chain. Its main draw, in the context of freight and logistics, is the security and transparency it offers.

Supply Chain Design Software 69

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Subnational governments like Québec in Canada and Telengana in India as well as manufacturers and fleets like DHL, Heineken and Scania are endorsing the MOU and declared that they will align with the decarbonization effort. Significant emission reductions require large scale innovation and major capital investments across the globe.

Supply Chain Design Software 240

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

I firmly believe that the rebound of the economy requires strong supply chains, but to make this happen, we need to turn our backs on historic practices and innovate new ways of working. An example is a focus on moving and buying ventilators without an assessment of the availability of critical parts and skilled therapists.

Supply Chain Planning Software 427

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

The secret behind the innovation is Google X , a lab whose boss has the job title “Captain of Moonshot”, focused on looking at what everyone thinks is impossible and flipping it on its head. For example, it has already taken hold in online B2C transactions – placing orders and tracking delivery among other things.

Supply Chain Software 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

This means building a cognitive engine to sense, learn, and adapt using market data for innovators. Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. With the rising costs of accessorial charges as the freight sat on the dock, moving freight by ocean container grew more problematic. Next Steps.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2015

There’s more involved in successfully reshoring a foreign manufacturing operation back to the U.S. Reshoring is a hot topic in manufacturing. These “Bring Manufacturing Back” initiatives have many moving parts and require careful planning and execution and very skillful project management. Innovation and Automation.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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Supply Chain Movement

JANUARY 15, 2015

2015 will see an increased focus on innovation by supply chain and logistics companies as the pace of change in the industry accelerates. These innovations will range from those affecting particular sector niches and logistics functions to those which have the power to transform the entire industry.

Innovation 60

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Approximately 60 percent of today's unfilled manufacturing jobs are due to a shortage of applicants with sufficient proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and math ( STEM ) skills. IMPO Executive Editor, Anna Wells provides insights into the complicated issue in her article “Why The Manufacturing Skills Gap Is Serious”.

Buyer Training 120

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Freightos

JANUARY 12, 2016

How Freight Disrupted Itself. In the last year, a new dynamic has begun to reshape the freight industry. Phil knows his (freight) stuff. In his PhD thesis he developed a product to secure ocean freight rates with financial derivatives. Declining Freight Rates. Suddenly the freight industry is not so opaque.

Freight 102

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 5, 2023

It is important to note LSPs run a supply chain differently as compared to a retailer and a manufacturer. Technical innovation is a key aspect to this. How can we innovate and differentiate with the customers with our offerings? Bringing on new business is a big focus. LSPs are also focusing on clean operations.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 112

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

The Need For Supply Chain Innovation: Why You Should Watch These Four Trends ? Transport markets tend towards consolation, which we have observed with the container liners and the emergence of new business models brought about for example by platform aggregators. 5 Megatrends Shaping Supply Chain Innovations.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

In this push, Oracle, SAP and INFOR became revenue market leaders in APS, but under-served the market in the delivery of innovation. Outsourcing–procurement, manufacturing and transportation– decreased visibility and increased data latency. Tolerance of Supply Chain Leaders for Supply Chain Innovation. The drivers?

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

It’s time to focus on how we innovate and optimize our businesses and operations in this permanently altered world. Their transportation networks are more diverse, in many cases aided by connections to digital freight marketplaces. Changes in our lives, economies and supply chains are ubiquitous and well embedded now.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Some companies expect to cut ocean-freight rates by half or more, which in turn could allow retailers to slow or stop price increases for goods. 9, according to Xeneta, a Norway-based transportation data firm, reflecting lower freight demand as retailers cut orders and consumer spending continues to decline.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 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. Can we use premium freight? They have been able to improve their forecast accuracy in the aftermarket side, reduce inventory, and reduce premium freight.

Automotive 69

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

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

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

We’ve rounded up the top 20 logistics technology innovations changing the way over $18 trillion dollars of goods are shipped annually. Here we go: Technology Innovations in Logistics. Faster service, great capacity usage and direct connectivity with freight companies means better access to service providers. One example?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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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

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Every day has felt like a major squall, from natural disasters closing down manufacturing facilities and ports, to container shortages and labor issues, to rising costs and the ongoing pandemic. 1 carrier stopping its dealings with even a portion of the world’s freight forwarders? The third new reality: Consolidation is inevitable.

Supply Chain Planning Software 185

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Many factors must be considered before choosing an outsourcing provider; this article focuses on transportation and warehousing activities commonly outsourced by manufacturers. This concept is not new and has typically been associated with freight forwarders specializing in transportation modes such as an ocean or air carriage.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 77

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

We developed a framework for analyzing digital disruptions in service industries by linking Porter`s five forces (a model that helps determine an industry’s weaknesses and strengths) to theories from research on digitalization and innovation. Online marketplaces like Uber Freight is an example. New Ways To Build Networks.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 123

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2017

Online retail has had a striking effect on manufacturer and retailer supply chains, changing how they work. These trends have pushed innovation, and the need for new logistics technology up and down the supply chain. For example, the expectation of fast delivery aside, online shoppers expect unreasonably cheap or free shipping.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 135

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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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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

One such organization was Navistar, a leading manufacturer of commercial trucks, busses and proprietary engines that recently participated in a series of CPO interviews conducted by Ivalua and Art of Procurement. Teams should also revise expectations for tier-two and tier-three suppliers, shipping and freight partners.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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Logility

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In addition, a considerable portion of freight transportation expenses continues to soar as diesel fuel costs surge by 20% year over year. For example, inventory levels can be right-sized to outsmart unpredictable demand so that all consumers’ needs are fully met without the burden of excess carrying costs.

Network Optimization Software 130

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

For example, Campbells Soup is struggling to keep up with the demand for soup, potato chips, and cookies. For years Campbells strove to grow the soup category only to lose share in the soup category due to limited manufacturing capacity for the Swanson’s brand. Food and beverage companies are experiencing double-digit demand.

Supply Chain Planning Software 395

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

In Q1, 2023for example an expanded Neste Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) refinery will be coming online in Singapore. Grab rides for a few years now have had BYD EV vehicle, but I was excited that for the first time there were multiple EV manufacturers involved with the same taxi/ride share fleets. Buses and Heavy Trucks.

Predictive Analytics Software 130

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2022

We are seeing it now in terms of truck drivers and warehouse workers, and Walmart is an example of a company that has been trying to get ahead of these shortages by offering higher wages and on-the-job perks. We’ve all been talking about the looming supply chain talent shortage for quite some time. Good news is on the way, however.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2015

For example, Kiva robots, require brand new batteries every year. The Convenience and Innovation of Light Weight Sustainable Power and Energy. Hearing aid manufacturers needed an affordable light weight battery to create a comfortable unit. This innovation cut the cost of storing electrical energy in batteries by 50 percent.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

In his 2017 annual shareholder letter , Bezos lauded “divinely discontent” customers as innovation drivers. These examples are from retail, but I sense that the same customer empowerment phenomenon is happening broadly across everything we do at Amazon and most other industries as well. You cannot rest on your laurels in this world.

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Charlie Macdonald (Industry Executive for Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics, Telstra): We’re on this journey of transformation towards customer centricity. For example, our employee is trying to help a customer on the line but things aren’t going anywhere. Freight Exchange is a software platform for excess freight capacity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2018

Economy Fueling Supply Chain Innovation and Opportunities. Cargobase Launches World’s First Curated Multi-Freight Mode Marketplace. Logistics Providers Evolve into Logistics Innovation Partners. Kenco Group (a Talking Logistics sponsor) is a great example. CSCMP’s State of Logistics Report Shows Stronger U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

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QAD

MAY 26, 2021

Founded in 1979, QAD began as a small startup solution working with local companies to address a large gap in complete, integrated business software for manufacturing companies. As manufacturing businesses took their brands globally, we adapted quickly to keep up and our software has adapted as well. Digital Manufacturing.

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