Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

Mike Carroll, a vice president at Georgia-Pacific, and Ron Norris, director of innovation at GP While Generative AI has sparked great excitement, a form of artificial intelligence called Causal AI might offer much greater potential. GP, for example, has also had success in demonstrating that Causal AI can solve difficult sourcing problems.

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Regardless of the business, today’s manufacturers are under pressure to innovate faster and gain first-mover advantages while operating under the constraints of stringent regulatory requirements and greater product complexity.

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Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Additionally, if your employees are highly proficient, they can help to create an atmosphere that fosters innovation and can even influence your business’ stock market performance. A proficient team will drive innovation Skill proficiency and innovative thinking are closely intertwined.

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AIMMS

JUNE 1, 2017

There are innovative firms that are setting the standard for innovation and successful analytics adoption, but as Actionable Intelligence expert Keith B. Companies setting an example. White paper: Optimization as a Catalyst for Innovation. Let’s explore some use cases. Recruiting.

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Logility

AUGUST 18, 2023

In addition, resource limitations can further challenge the effective integration of supply chain planning into the broader corporate strategy. For example, executives might underestimate the impact of accurate demand forecasting on reducing inventory costs, resulting in insufficient investment in necessary tools and technologies.

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DELMIA Quintiq

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

For example, on how to secure business continuity. This enables machines to self-regulate and optimize what’s being manufactured with the most efficient use of resources, time and effort. More efficient use of the workforce and assets enables companies to produce more with the same amount of resources in a shorter time.

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QAD

MAY 2, 2019

It was obvious to us that enterprise-class applications, like enterprise resource planning (ERP), needed to evolve considerably to remain relevant. The post Welcome to the Adaptive Era of Enterprise Resource Planning appeared first on QAD Blog. We are looking forward to a shared learning experience and laissez les bon temps rouler!

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Besides being a waste in precious resources, this quantity of wasted food also contributes to 8-10% of greenhouse gas emissions, making it actively detrimental to our environment. The United States, for example, wastes about 40% of their food , amounting to about 125 to 160 billion pounds—much of which is perfectly edible.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 11, 2022

It can be made with many different characteristics, for example, different chemical compositions to increase strength, durability, etc. For example, old steel used in an industrial context can be recycled into consumer products such as home appliances, automobiles and more. Steel is one of the most recycled material in the world.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

Customer Service: The Source of Supply Chain Innovation. In December’s issue of InBound, editor Keith Biondi cited customer service as the source for supply chain innovation. We have warehousing solutions, network optimization solutions, financial solutions, enterprise resource planning solutions, etc. Not technology.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

The value of peer-to-peer learning and networking was evident at last month’s Ryder Innovate conference — “an exclusive gathering of senior leaders in transportation, logistics, and supply chain seeking strategic insight, new ideas, and thought leadership to improve their supply chain and fleet operations.” Forecasting. Technology.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With these cutting-edge innovations, JustEnough ups the ante by adding dynamic pricing capabilities to its long list of industry-leading solutions, including Merchandise & Assortment Planning, Replenishment & Allocation, and Dynamic Fulfillment. Additional Resources: Coming to NRF? Book a meeting with the ToolsGroup team HERE.

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Elementum

JANUARY 16, 2024

It involves the application of technology to automate manual responsibilities that consume valuable time and resources. By implementing BPA, businesses can reduce human error, improve agility, and focus on innovative work that drives growth.

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ModusLink Corporation

APRIL 22, 2024

By harnessing the capabilities of a global 3PL partner, companies can unlock new possibilities for efficiency, scalability, and innovation in their electronics assembly processes. Cost Efficiency and Value Optimization: Economies of scale realized through global procurement and resource pooling.

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DELMIA Quintiq

AUGUST 31, 2023

Often, software robots use Artificial Intelligence algorithms, as, for example, chatbots use AI to better respond to human questions and to be able to communicate more naturally. For example, AI algorithms are used in browser searches, social media, computer engines, etc.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor held an Innovation Summit at their headquarters in New York City on March 18 th and 19 th. billion for 2024, is the third largest supplier of enterprise resource planning software applications. For example, Google Maps app is a public cloud application. Infor, with anticipated revenues of $3.4

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 4, 2021

It is an amazing mix of rapidly evolving supply chains, constrained resources, product innovation and global and startup companies competing for market-share. One of the most intriguing high tech industry segments today is battery cell technology.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

In APAC, the concept of innovative-Automation has made OMRON create immense value for the manufacturing segment by solving varied issues in multifarious sectors such as automotive, food & beverage, FMCG, digital and logistics to name just a few. This scale up is in sync with the transformation being witnessed by the manufacturing world.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 31, 2023

What is an example of sustainable food? Some examples of ready-to-eat and ready-to-drink products include pre-packaged salads, protein bars and energy drinks. For example, some companies have implemented sustainable packaging solutions that use biodegradable materials to reduce their environmental impact.

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TransAudit

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Supply chains at a consumer goods company, for example, make up about 80% of the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Here are three examples of how companies adopted a circular supply chain approach and saw significant results: RUSH University Medical Center saved more than $244,000 by reusing workplan furniture.

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Guy Kawasaki, former Chief Evangelist at Apple, talked about the ways in which companies could think about new methods of driving innovation. Robert explained how Logistics Planner assigns multiple resources to routes to support trailer swapping or multi-manning, for example, for efficient resource usage.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 26, 2021

The current rate of production and consumption worldwide continues to deplete resources and damage our planet faster than it can recover. Virtual twins help companies raise production efficiency while reducing operational costs, use of resources and carbon footprint.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 31, 2023

Additionally, there was a strong focus on the company’s commitment to APIs, providing customers and partners the opportunity to co-innovate with Manhattan. A number of unification examples and their benefits were provided. This enables more efficient utilization of trailer unloading resources.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Applying innovation to supply chains, combines innovative technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), analytics, and robotics to supply chain management to improve performance and meet customer demands. As Industry 4.0 Here are some important technologies for the digitization of the supply chain. Internet of Things (IoT).

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The complexity of global supply chains – especially in organizations like GM – require hands-on relationship management of suppliers to ensure that supplier collaboration will lead to added value, and innovation. Resources spent/gains made on the road to innovation are, therefore, sustained exclusively by the internal entity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2021

ML looks into historical data (for example, transit time statistics of carriers) and data from impactful external factors (such as port congestion, weather or holidays) and uses this information to develop more accurate transit time estimates. Companies are able to allocate resources more efficiently.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Add that to some of the immediate needs-of-the-hour, i.e., making our planet greener, to incorporate sustainable practices so the world’s population does not deplete resources. A good example is accelerated adoption of automation, whether we know it or not.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 13, 2015

He offered the example of consumer products manufacturers beginning to participate in shared distribution networks to reduce costs and use fewer resources. For technology initiatives , Gartner analyst Steve Steutermann offered several imperatives for global execution, such as designing supply chains to accommodate innovation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 22, 2023

HAI Robotics , with its US headquarters in Fremont, Callfornia, is a finalist for Best Innovation of an Existing Product. I asked Manhattan about recent examples of customers utilizing the company’s WES functionality. Lucas Systems is a finalist in the Most Innovative IT Product category.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 11, 2020

SKF’s use of a digital twin for analytics to support integrated planning demonstrated exceptional supply chain innovation. According to Gartner, “the Gartner Supply Chainnovator Awards is an annual research program that identifies, assesses and awards outstanding examples of Supply Chain Innovation. million (SEK 82 million).

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. Our recent survey showed that only 17% of organizations make it a priority to invest in innovation. Firefighting is the norm. It can also be challenging to decide where to invest.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Table 1 details some examples of areas of application of generative AI for different supply chain participants. To ensure successful integration, they should create a plan with timelines, resources, and evaluation metrics (refer Figure 2). Only by doing so can we unlock the full benefits of this innovative technology.

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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.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 5, 2023

And if so, what can companies do to ensure their success, particularly smaller companies that don’t have the resources that some of their bigger competitors have? I encourage you to listen to the webinar replay to hear more about these examples. So, are they achievable, from a practical perspective?

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 7, 2021

For example, these changes in demand can lead to a later start for pre-production, which lowers inventory and reduces working capital. In fact, the way we produce, and distribute is being reshaped in light of increasing innovation as well as globalization. So, what’s the way forward?

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ThroughPut

JUNE 3, 2019

Whether it is access to data, maneuvering around competing innovation objectives, tracking down actual factory-floor operators, or involving oft-neglected procurement groups, there are internal bottlenecks everywhere.

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MIT Supply Chain

MAY 1, 2013

Supply chain innovations such as the early adoption of RFID underline how a flawed view of new technology can lead to unwise investment decisions. For many companies supply chain innovation (SCI) is a key source of competitive advantage. Take RFID, for example. Blurred vision. The lack of clarity is more than an academic issue.

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