Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Pharmaceutical 111

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Well, not just for benchmarking, but also for maximum visibility of your supply chain and logistics performance. But perhaps surprisingly, in our work, we come across a substantial number of businesses that struggle with KPI selection and use. What Makes a “Right” KPI? Without objectives (goals), there can be no KPIs.

Benchmarking 96

Benchmarking KPI Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Software 96

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Reverse logistics, while not being the opposite of forward logistics, is still about products moving backwards in the supply chain. However, remember that products or subassemblies that never made it out of the factory may need to travel backwards one or more stages along the supply chain.

Reverse Logistics 74

Reverse Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 74

ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

AI in the supply chain is here to stay and make waves in the years to come. According to Gartner, supply chain organizations expect the level of machine automation in their supply chain processes to double in the next five years. AI in Supply Chains – The Business Advantages.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 98

Jaggaer

MAY 21, 2025

Watch our on-demand webinar to discover how procurement can lead the way in ESG and decarbonization, and learn from experts about driving sustainability transformation across your supply chain. Company reports must make use of digital tools that align with CSRDs digital taxonomy for streamlined, accurate reporting.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Material Savings Sustainability Waste Reduction 52

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 14, 2025

The reason for this concern is quite simple: many suppliers do not have a sufficiently detailed understanding of their Supply Chain costs, to confidently sit at the negotiating table with their major customers. Then a cost allocation exercise took place to improve on the allocation methods used within the financial systems.

Price Reduction 75

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills 75

DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 8, 2021

In my last post , I wrote about being an agilist and a new KPI that measures one’s ability to be agile. Companies must act on the new information to maximize competitive agility; exercise their agilibility and fine-tune this decision-making cycle periodically for continued ongoing improvements. Taking Action.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

9 Golden Rules for Meaningful Supply Chain KPIs. Golden Rule #1: Meaningful KPIs Require a Meaningful Strategy. I’ve written many posts on this blog about the importance of having a supply chain strategy that’s aligned with the overall business plan, and why it is a mistake to have misaligned strategies.

Supply Chain Strategy 75

Supply Chain Strategy KPI Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 75

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Warehouse logistics is the heart of any supply chain operation, assimilating and dispatching goods to ensure availability and timely delivery. With more consumers turning to e-commerce, it’s important for businesses of all sizes to bolster the supply chain to handle the e-commerce business model.

Warehousing 98

Warehousing Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Taulia

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The procure-to-pay process can be streamlined in a number of different ways, and one of the most important tools available is invoice automation. For many companies, the processes involved in paying suppliers are highly manual and inefficient – so there are plenty of opportunities to automate these processes.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing KPI Optimization Software 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The Approach to Effective Freight Procurement by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Container shipping procurement faces a multitude of challenges shaped by global events, industry shifts, environmental mandates, and technological advancements. To thrive in this ever-evolving landscape, shippers must embrace a flexible and responsive approach.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Freight Sourcing Strategies 130

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

Cost Reduction Strategies 77

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 77

Zipline Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Those who can exercise control and uncover visibility into key supply chain processes have begun to fare better than competitors. Many across different sectors have realized that long-term logistics partnerships can offer more visibility, uncover synergies in the supply chain, reduce costs, and increase profitability.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Third Party Logistics 90

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Take into account elements like the length of the course, the mode of delivery (in-person, online, or mixed), the presence of interactive exercises or case studies, and the availability of opportunities for hands-on practice. Effective learning requires a well-structured curriculum that has a healthy mix of theory and practical practice.

Purchasing Training 98

Purchasing Training Negotiating Skills Buyer Training Manufacturing Procurement 98

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In an attempt to help you keep your supply chain organisation from analysis paralysis, metric manipulation, or measurement misnomers, I decided to use this post to share nine important guidelines, or golden rules, for benchmarking your business and monitoring performance using meaningful supply chain KPIs.

Supply Chain Strategy 52

Supply Chain Strategy KPI Material Savings Supply Chain Planning 52

ThroughPut

MARCH 3, 2020

( Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series on readying your supply chain for artificial intelligence (AI). While nearly every manufacturer has at least taken steps to implement digital transformation in some form, not every company is ready for artificial intelligence (AI)-driven supply management. By Ali Hasan R.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Optimization 52

ThroughPut

MARCH 3, 2020

( Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series on readying your supply chain for artificial intelligence (AI). While nearly every manufacturer has at least taken steps to implement digital transformation in some form, not every company is ready for artificial intelligence (AI)-driven supply management. By Ali Hasan R.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Optimization 52

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

Indeed, today’s advances in digital technology have made freight rate KPIs much more accessible—but that accessibility comes at a cost. Firstly, if you plan to benchmark as a one-off exercise now and again, you might engage a specialist team of consultants to execute a project for you. What Are Your Freight Benchmarking Options?

Benchmarking 96

Benchmarking Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 96

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 13, 2022

It can be a costly exercise but is worth the outlay considering these channels will be the persuader of upfront investments and ultimate purchases. Automation is also key if you plan to offer a subscription model for your consumers. After all, smoothness and efficiency would be the least a consumer would expect from this chosen model.

Sourcing Strategies 98

Sourcing Strategies Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 98

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

As youll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, weve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy. Step 1: What do Your Customers Want? What do You Need to Know?

Inventory Reduction 40

Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 40

Unleashed

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This feeds into effective inventory management and supply chain planning , and ensures customers receive their goods in a way that is cost-effective, timely and satisfactory for their requirements. Efficient demand planning ensures the business can balance its supply chain requirements and inventory planning with its customer demands.

Supply and Demand 52

Supply and Demand Demand Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 52

Unleashed

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Supply chain optimisation helps manufacturing businesses drastically reduce operational costs to improve revenue and customer satisfaction. In our latest Supply Chain Roundtable, four experts share their advice and experience around optimising the manufacturing supply chain.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

KEPLER Consulting

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

In few years only, Supply Chain Management became one of the trendiest topics for organizations facing globalized markets. Through this exercise, we clearly see how the essence of Supply Chain Management (systemic approach, vision sharing, animation principles…) is essential to face all challenges emerging.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 28, 2023

The following is a continuation of a supply chain technology thought leadership education series developed in collaboration with Replan. Such an environment requires manufacturing and supply chain processes to be able to more proactively sense, pivot and respond to market changes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Supply Chain Planning 52

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. “What?

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. As you may know or experience, the complexities of a global supply chain and global supplier base can pose challenges for even the most mature of procurement organizations. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Order our EBOOK HERE. Who is your best supplier?

Procurement Analytics 64

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Supply Chain Software 64

BlueYonder

MAY 14, 2015

In Part I of my Supply Chain Strategy series, I clarified the five tenets of Profitable High-Performance Supply Chains, and how they can help you redefine your supply chain strategy. Customer-centricity is the ultimate goal of each supply chain journey, but also the hardest to achieve.

Supply Chain Strategy 40

Supply Chain Strategy Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization 40

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

If you’re a supply chain professional, the tips and guidance in this post will probably not be new to you. Without sufficient attention to these elements, your company will find it harder and harder to compete against the growing number of organisations taking a strategic supply chain stance. Supply Chain Strategy.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 40

Zipline Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

As industries evolved to meet the needs of modern consumers, the supply chain has become a reliable source of competitive advantage. Those that can exercise control and uncover visibility into key supply chain processes are shown to fare better than competitors.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 52

Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

This article was first published in the July / August 2018 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. Reverse logistics, while not being the opposite of forward logistics, is still about products moving backwards in the supply chain. Retailers have often been faster than manufacturers to move to the requisite technology.

Reverse Logistics 53

Reverse Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Vendor Strategies 53

Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Far from a buzzword, big data analytics in logistics and supply chain management are helping companies gain insight into their current performance while optimizing future operations. What is Big Data in Logistics & Supply Chain Management? The Best Analytical Techniques Around Big Data in the Supply Chain.

Big Data 52

Big Data Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing 52

NC State SCRC

JUNE 27, 2017

In my earlier book with Gerard Chick on “ The Procurement Value Proposition “, we advance the notion that buildoing a business case for investing in people, process, and technology improvement in procurement is key. This is effectively a “snapshot” in time. and “What is the potential return on investment?”

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Procurement 40

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JUNE 20, 2013

Technology Services. Supply Chain Management. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Supply Chain Management.

Optimal Sourcing 25

Optimal Sourcing Asset Management Supply Chain Optimization Optimization Software 25

Elementum

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Tl;dr Supply chain visibility is gaining popularity, but smart operators recognize the importance of making that visibility actionable. In Part 1 of this two-part series, I’ll cover the history of supply chain visibility, its benefits, as well as some of its shortcomings. The technology wasn’t ready 2.

Supply Chain Design Software 88

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility 88