Logility

AUGUST 5, 2021

From shifts in consumer demand to new regulations and disruption in market dynamics and supply networks, food and beverage (F&B) industry executives have always had many reasons to stay alert. But lately, a new set of supply chain challenges is making everyone more concerned that their business could fall behind overnight.

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Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

US Food Mfg. RS Integrated Supply, a global provider of outsourced storeroom management and procurement services, was hired to handle all indirect procurement, including storeroom management, on their behalf. Cost saving isn’t the only priority, with uptime a major focus as well. This means negotiating competing demands.

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QAD

JANUARY 19, 2023

Supply chain management (SCM) is essential to any business strategy. Supply chain management is never boring, and there’s always more to learn. What is a Supply Chain? Simply put, a supply chain controls the flow of raw materials and goods. What is Supply Chain Management?

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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

The pandemic was a wake-up call for businesses worldwide, who struggled to overcome operational disruption — everything from the transition to remote working, to supply chain chaos. MENA countries import a lot of food; disrupted supply chains and price increases mean potential food shortages.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, along with disruptions such as Brexit, trade wars, and geopolitical tensions, has highlighted the need for business leaders to take a closer look at their supply chains to strike a balance between resilience and efficiency. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!

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ivalua

JANUARY 29, 2020

Or certain food businesses who are currently looking at the growth of vegetarian and vegan food products and thinking “that too will pass” (I don’t think it will, personally). . It requires appropriate inter-personal and behavioural skills, as well as traditional skills such as commercial understanding and negotiation.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, along with disruptions such as Brexit, trade wars, and geopolitical tensions, has highlighted the need for business leaders to take a closer look at their supply chains to strike a balance between resilience and efficiency. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2024

Amazon in the news: Amazon’s Prime orders are getting delivered faster and faster Hawaiian Airlines slowly adds freighters for Amazon business Walmart in-store AI is giving employees advice on how to sell products USPS delivery unit proposal sparks service, cost concerns for shipping partners White House earmarks $1.5B

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 30, 2022

Heat-Related Health Emergencies Attract Attention at UPS as Contract Negotiations Loom. Ongoing high fuel costs and shrinking margins have left the last-mile delivery solutions provider in a difficult position. Ongoing high fuel costs and shrinking margins have left the last-mile delivery solutions provider in a difficult position.

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Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

US Food Mfg. RS Integrated Supply, a global provider of outsourced storeroom management and procurement services, was hired to handle all indirect procurement, including storeroom management, on their behalf. Cost saving isn’t the only priority, with uptime a major focus as well. This means negotiating competing demands.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Whether you’re planning on purchasing products from a food wholesaler, or thinking about moving into food wholesaling yourself, this overview of the industry – and what its future holds – is for you. Food wholesalers warehouse products in bulk, then provide usable amounts to businesses – from restaurants to hospitals.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

The food and beverage company was selected for award negotiations to receive up to $170 million from the Department of Energy’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstration to support the implementation of clean energy projects at 10 of the company’s US plants. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Senate for further consideration.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Read on to find: Sourcing vs. procurement: key differences Sourcing and procurement: processes’ overview How strategic sourcing influences your business Sourcing and procurement: a detailed comparison How to coordinate sourcing and procurement processes Recent trends in sourcing and procurement Sourcing and Procurement Compared.

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Logility

MARCH 29, 2018

Last week we shared five capabilities to help take the Food & Beverage supply chain to the next level. Today, we continue this conversation and look at six must have capabilities that drive supply chain improvement for F&B manufacturers. Consensus Demand Planning. Advanced Inventory Management.

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TransAudit

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Wars and conflicts are notorious for disrupting supply chains. That can drive up your costs and throw off your project timelines. Understanding the impact of international conflict on supply chains won’t settle global disputes, but it can empower you to make time- and money-saving adjustments to your shipping procedures.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Emerging Supply Chain Trends – A Look at Evolving Finished Vehicle Logistics Amid Market Shifts and Trends Feature Article by Laurent Sik , Head of Operations, CEVA FVL APAC Automobiles, as a form of transportation, are indispensable in today’s world and will remain a crucial part of our lives for a long time to come.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 15, 2023

We all need food to survive and for most that takes talking about the emissions associated with food production “off the table”. One is what is happening on the farm, and another area is how our need for food and timber changes wilderness into pasture or farmland. The driver of both is our demand for particular foods.

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Exiger Perspectives

JUNE 21, 2023

Award highlights Exiger’s AI solutions and their ability to drive supply chain visibility and operational resilience for advanced manufacturing customers. Exiger deployed SDX , its proprietary multi-tier supply chain platform, as well as Part Attribute Characterization ( PAC ), its proprietary software and engineering process.

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Supply Chain Insights

JUNE 8, 2017

The old saying, “The best price is the right price” ranks in my book right up there with another old saying, “Thanks for sharing!” Well at least making sure your product is priced right IS a profound requirement. There is no correlation to a near real-time price impact, so how can that be sufficient? BUCKING THE TREND.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 15, 2023

By crafting a well-defined strategy, businesses can mitigate transportation costs, mitigate supply chain disruptions, and uphold customer satisfaction. Cost Structure – What does the response include and is this complete and competitive when compared with other submissions. Local Charges – Agreement and Tenure.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Blog post originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Argentus a boutique recruitment firm focused on Supply Chain and Procurement. Check out Food Waste and World Hunger – The Food Supply Chain is Broken! in the U.S., and expected to reach $24.5B

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Unleashed

AUGUST 22, 2022

Ambitious Net Zero goals set by the UK government have met with mixed responses from the UK business community – especially in the context of rising energy and raw materials prices. Supply Chain Consultant Sam Gilks concurs: “Sustainability isn’t a trend – if you think it is, you’re wrong.

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Everyone knows the giant superstore for its low-cost strategy and “everyday low prices.”. What people do not know is how efficient Walmart’s supply chain needs to operate to keep up with its cost strategy. million tons of food waste, which equates to $2.6 trillion in annual cost and results in a $7.4

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AFFLINK

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

It's important for any business to begin with the right suppliers — but it's even more important for those in the food services industry. Food service companies need to be able to procure supplies quickly in order to operate, and the cost of their supplies directly impacts their bottom line.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 8, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Here at Supply Chain Game Changer our fundamental mission is to share experiences and expertise for the benefit of all. Supply chain is both deep and broad. I read multiple magazines and supply chain blogs to keep current. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

The third-party logistics (3PL) industry — those that help businesses efficiently manage logistics across their supply chains (from 3PLs to truckers to warehouse managers) — represents an $800 billion industry on its own.” ” You don’t have to convince supply chain professionals of the importance of logistics.

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses in the Middle East fared well in facing supply chain risks compared to those from other regions, despite reportedly facing a high number of logistics shocks as seen in Africa. They have started earmarking their investments for food supply chain networks since the pandemic.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2021

The gig economy and its on-demand armies of drivers have moved people and food for years, but many retailers still hesitate to tap into Uber, Postmates and other companies to quickly move orders from stores to local customers’ doorsteps. How can we strategically house inventory to better support gig integration? Critical data to track.

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Unleashed

MAY 1, 2023

Unprecedented supply chain challenges have meant the risks and consequences of over- or understocking have been felt around the globe. We met with five supply chain experts to discuss how crucial demand forecasting is for mitigating risk, and what businesses can do to improve forecast accuracy. near Exeter. “The

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations. However, you may wonder what kind of practices really work.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Strategic Supplier Relationship Management – Do’s and Don’ts. “Fish are friends, not food.”. SRM and supply chain transparency remains atop the agenda for various organizations, and it’s no wonder! Suppliers are our friends, not food!

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2022

While all of this technology sounds pretty amazing, it should be said that this type of performance comes with a price tag. The Czinger 21C costs $1.7 Using RFID tags will also help UPS in its goal of eliminating $500 million in non-operating costs this year, according to Tomé. The car’s numbers are impressive: 0-60 mph in 1.9

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 17, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides our latest news capsule format follow-up relative to the updating of our prior supply chain management published developments we have shared with readers. Supply Chain Driven Inflation Moderates in July. Our previous edition of this series was published on July 28 th.

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Proxima

OCTOBER 24, 2023

What started with fuel and energy price spikes soon spilled over into food and clothing, with a variety of other areas experiencing the same; thus, the cost-of-living crisis emerged. As such, customers have been seeking lower-cost alternatives and own-brand products over retailer loyalty. in the UK and 3.7%

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 16, 2022

However, regardless of health and political stances, shippers are wary of the potential for added disruptions to their barely recovered supply chains. The following eight industry stories can guide shippers to fight for resiliency within their localized chain in the event of another pandemic.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2018

Editor’s Note: This article comes from Steve Wright who works for Whirlwind Steel and shares his knowledge on manufacturing plant site selection. Local geography includes the topology and drainage as well as soil conditions, all of which impact the cost of construction in one way or another. Environmental and Ecological Issues.

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 25, 2018

(RTi), yesterday, and share thoughts on how should-cost models are being actively used to drive improved visibility into the true costs of resin, paper packaging, and related products. Resin is the most critical cost component in the processors business – ranging from 45 to 85% of the total cost of business.

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