Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

The second goal was to work with a fourth party logistics (4PL) partner that had invested in cutting-edge transportation management and visibility solutions. A 4PL is a company that plans and executes transportation on behalf of their customers. The company chose 4Flow to do transportation planning and execution in Europe.

Supply Chain Planning Software 207

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 207

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Raw materials are in short supply, many manufacturers have temporarily mothballed production lines, transportation costs are rising, and labor is getting tight on our roadways , railways and ocean vessels. Until we have this kind of pervasive visibility, inventory management will continue to be largely an exercise in futility.

Rail Software 188

Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 188

GlobalTranz

JUNE 29, 2015

Although we have much in common, the transportation laws in Australia and New Zealand have a distinct difference with those in Europe, the U.K. and North America. In North America, associations such as the North American Fatigue Management Program (NAFMP) have incorporated COR in their education program.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software North America Transportation Supply Chain Planning 120

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

My exercise plans for the weekend are set. Descartes Integrates Transportation Messaging and Customs Filing with SAP®. Daimler Trucks North America launches 3D printed parts program (Commercial Carrier Journal). Daimler Trucks North America launches 3D printed parts program (Commercial Carrier Journal).

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Training Supply Chain Software SAP 0

Talking Logistics

JUNE 2, 2016

This begets the need to set the overall strategy for the divestment by way of an exercise, called “capability scoping.” Prior to CLX Logistics, Mr. Challman spent more than 20 years in the transportation industry, most recently serving as Senior Director, Transportation Management at DHL/Exel Supply Chain.

3PL 100

3PL Optimal Sourcing Modeling Procurement Analytics 100

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 2, 2021

Demand for physical goods rose – everything from office furniture to groceries to fireworks to exercise bikes – as people tried to make the most of staying home. Here’s an example: Every year, a huge volume of finished goods are shipped from Asia to North America. And, in many cases, how fragile.

Shipping 105

Shipping Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply and Demand Price Reduction 105

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

Supply Chain Cost Management Results: Deere & Company’s supply chain cost-management achievements included an inventory decrease of $1 billion, a significant reduction in customer delivery lead times (from ten days to five or less) and annual transportation cost savings of around 5%. Sunsweet Growers.

Cost Reduction Strategies 54

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 54