The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Supply chain data can be challenging to manage due to its unstructured or semi-structured nature and the need to integrate new data sources. Table 1 details some examples of areas of application of generative AI for different supply chain participants.

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ThroughPut

MAY 22, 2024

ThroughPut AI: 6 Steps to Rapid Supply Chain ROI and Time to Value Step 1: Project Kick-off This stage is when we lay the foundation of the AI project – we clarify and define objectives, establish the project scope, and ensure that all stakeholders are on the same page. can provide tangible indicators of success.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Autonomous Supply Chains In this competitive environment, a CPG manufacturer needs to fight to get space on retailer shelves in each region, keep those shelves stocked, compete and collaborate simultaneously with e-commerce, and maintain its operating margins. each with discrete plans generated typically in sequential batch runs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 203

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 14, 2021

According to the UN Environment Program’s Food Waste Index, 923 million metric tons of food is wasted globally every year. Source: [link]. 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. Pete Pearson Director of Food Waste, WWF.

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Logility

JULY 9, 2021

When it comes to our vision for digital supply chain twins, advanced analytics, and alignment of planning decisions, Logility is given high praise. ERP providers take a generalist, add-on approach to improve supply chain visibility. Logility’s Feature Updates and Roadmap Are Highly Favorable.

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Unleashed

JUNE 7, 2024

Benefits of supply chain mapping In today’s consumer-driven market, transparency and ethical sourcing are increasingly important, and supply chain mapping can demonstrate a company’s commitment to these values. Let’s look at the main benefits of supply chain mapping for modern businesses.

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synchrono

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

These improvements in inventory efficiencies then translate into improved financial metrics, including 10% improvement in earnings per share; 5% increase in return on assets; and a 2.5% Reducing the Risk of Supply Chain Disruptions. Supply chain visibility means all partners get access to data in real-time.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The pandemic tested the supply chain across all industries, so how can medical device supply chain leaders implement strategies and plan for potential risks in the post pandemic “new normal”? Broadening Multi-Sourcing and the Use of Near Shore Suppliers. Expanding supplier relationships.

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Logility

APRIL 29, 2021

For example, governments may enact new laws that affect worker rights. Supply chain disruptions such as these may force a business to find new inshore or offshore suppliers, all of whom must be thoroughly vetted for compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

Optimal Sourcing 203

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

According to Accenture, 94% of Fortune 1000 companies saw supply chain disruptions and 75% had negative or strongly negative impacts on their businesses due to the pandemic. As a result of the disruption, cost management and supply chain visibility were suddenly top of mind for executive leadership teams. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

The most interesting thing that Blue Yonder is doing from an OMS standpoint is driving promising and pre-sourcing to retailers. The data is all anonymous, but retailers can look at metrics such as time to fulfill, pack time, conversions, and ship versus pick-up, to name a few, across hundreds of Active Omni customers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. For businesses of all sizes, the digital transformation of supply chain planning became the most important initiative. . This includes internal and external data sources.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Sign Up for SCMDOJO Pro Membership Importance of Effective Supply Chain Management Supply chain management is not just about moving products from point A to point B – it’s a strategic approach that encompasses the entire network of processes involved in delivering goods and services to customers.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 2, 2016

In this week’s Ripped from the Headlines segment, another example of how many companies still have poor visibility and control of their end-to-end supply chains. As I’ve said many times before, there is no silver bullet for supply chain visibility. no metrics, operate in functional silos).

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Consumers, activists, and investors increasingly want to know the products they buy are sourced sustainably and ethically. They are demanding more supply chain transparency. ” You might be thinking, “That sounds like supply chain visibility. Visibility into: internal operations.

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 16, 2024

More importantly, the report refers to various forms of sustainable, innovative, flexible off-the-shelf acquisition reforms, and changing acquisition mindsets, mechanisms, policies, and processes, but does not provide any clear examples of what such changes entail.

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Taulia

AUGUST 29, 2023

But by adopting supply chain management technology, businesses can gain access to tools that help them meet their supply chain objectives. Source suppliers strategically Supply chains are ultimately made up of suppliers. Source suppliers strategically Supply chains are ultimately made up of suppliers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

Some examples of these would be the Xeneta Shipping Index, Freightos Freight Rate Index, Container Trade Statistics Price Index, and the Drewry World Container Index. In today’s commercial environ, we are quite fortunate in that these qualitative insights can often be reinforced with more quantitative data.

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crisp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandated annual greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reporting for organizations emitting over 25,000 metric tons of GHGs per year, and those in specific industries like vehicle manufacturing and industrial gas. Example: A tea company uses tea leaves as an ingredient in their product. In 2010, the U.S.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

by Trevor Miles For Global Supply Chain Visibility and Faster Decision Making. My earlier blog talked about what the Sensing + Intelligent + Social Supply Chain is. Supply chain globalization has exploded. Today’s supply chains often have data housed in multiple locations.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 8, 2013

In response, federal and state governments are taking action to drive down the use of slave labor in supply chains. California, for example, passed the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010 , which went into effect in January 2012. The group plans to publish the results of the talks in May.”.

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Kinaxis

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Reason #3 Not having end-to-end supply chain visibility. Reason #4 Making key decisions by modelling the supply chain in Excel. Reason #5 Not having a supply chain risk management process. Reason #7 Making decisions based on bad data (supply chain data accuracy). Why is this a problem?

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SupplyShift

JUNE 17, 2021

For example, in 2019, 90% of companies listed on the S&P 500® index issued an annual sustainability report, compared to just under 20% in 2011. These KPIs should target specific supply chain issues that roll up to overarching sustainability goals. Perform responsible sourcing audits on supply chain areas of deep concern.

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SupplyShift

JUNE 17, 2021

For example, in 2019, 90% of companies listed on the S&P 500® index issued an annual sustainability report, compared to just under 20% in 2011. These KPIs should target specific supply chain issues that roll up to overarching sustainability goals. Source: sasb.org. Ask for help. Secure Buy-In.

Material Savings 52

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2017

For years, supply chain leaders have struggled to achieve a sophisticated level of supply chain visibility that would drive continuous improvement, optimize spend and reduce risk. Priorities in your supply chain can vary significantly. The Benefits of Managed Analytics. Performance Optimization.

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Resilinc

MARCH 30, 2021

Key tasks in the Plan phase include developing a business case, creating service agreements with internal customers, defining metrics, and building a team and governance structure. The chart below shows five of the top sources of ROI from an SCRM, including event-related savings and ongoing sources of value.

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Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

If the senior management team has not ensured that the SCRM program objectives set across the different functional areas are appropriately aligned to optimize performance, teams may have differing views on program goals and the “metrics that matter” The executive sponsor should push to remove silos.

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Arkieva

JANUARY 27, 2017

Data Cleansing and System Integration should be a key initiative for any business looking to improve forecasted numbers, enhance collaboration, and supply chain visibility. Determine the Metrics That Matter. Source: Arkieva. Request a Demo of The Arkieva Supply Chain Software Suite. Start Now.

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ShipBob

APRIL 26, 2023

The upstream supply chain refers to the flow of inventory in the pre-production stage, mostly in relation to the organization’s suppliers. It involves all the activities related to the sourcing and transportation of raw materials needed in the manufacturing process.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2015

Analysts, consultants, and others have been telling companies to break down their supply chain functional silos for as long as I’ve been in the business, yet those silos still remain tall and strong at many companies. The problem is that many companies still confuse cooperation with collaboration.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Source: Evan, Flikr. “I I will be wrong again,” I stated last year before making my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2017 , and I was right. SophiaTX Open Source Platform to Integrate SAP, Blockchain. Maersk and IBM Unveil First Industry-Wide Cross-Border Supply Chain Solution on Blockchain.

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synchrono

JUNE 19, 2017

Worse still, much of the data that could give manufacturers a complete, end-to-end view of their supply chain already resides within the systems of these partners; as much as 80 percent of it, according to some industry estimates. Supply chain visibility means all partners get access to – and share data – in real-time.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 10, 2023

The 5 components of the supply chain planning process: Supply chain visibility Supply chain mapping Production optimisation Product pricing optimisation Implementation of supply chain planning software Combine these and you’ll get an optimised supply chain planning strategy that brings in extra revenue and helps you cut unnecessary business costs.

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Pivot88

JULY 13, 2022

Supply chain visibility and transparency is no longer a “nice to have” but a requirement to import goods into major global markets. Well, for example, the CBP has published guidance for importers which outlines the following as requirements: Document Reconciliation & Transaction History. Missed sales.

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Cathy Roberson

APRIL 6, 2022

However, in defense of logisticians, perhaps the definition has evolved over the years thanks to the complexity of today’s supply chains and the adoption of cloud-based systems, AI, and machine learning. What's missing, if anything, from visibility tools?” Bad design also hurts visibility. Has been forever.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 16, 2015

The goal is deeper analytics to sense and respond across make, source and deliver. Figure 1: Current State of Network Visibility . There is a great market for a holistic solution on supply chain visibility. Companies need a real-time data source on performance. We have a market of niche solutions.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 150

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Unleashed

JUNE 8, 2023

This guide answers exactly what is procurement, how procurement works in a business , and which tools and strategies lead to supply chain success. Procurement is the process of sourcing suppliers , negotiating sales terms, and purchasing the goods a company needs to run its daily operations.

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