Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

When one thinks of supply chain software vendors, the name InterSystems may not spring to mind. They offer software systems and technology for complex integration, rapid application development, and advanced analytics and sell those solutions to companies that need to accelerate optimized business outcomes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

A data-driven, technology-enabled approach is required to build resilience and efficiency. The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing geopolitical shifts demonstrated the risks of relying on single-source suppliers and minimal inventory buffers. AI and Automation in Supply Chain Management Technology is redefining supply chain operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

These virtual replicas of physical assets, processes, or systems allow leaders to simulate, analyze, and optimize real-world performancewithout incurring real-world risks. This article explores how digital twins are being deployed in transportation, warehousing, and network design. The Business Problem: Complexity Without Control 1.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 29, 2020

Adding to this already uphill battle, we don’t have trustworthy new product forecasting methods because forecasting new products with no sales data is very hit-and-miss. Machine learning (ML) provides an effective weapon for your new product forecasting arsenal. Why is new product forecasting important?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

ARC Advisory Group began conducting formalized research on the global warehouse automation market in 2014. billion globally, and I forecast it to grow to $9.9 We define the market as those warehouse automation providers responsible for delivery of the system to the end-user (to eliminate double-counting). billion in 2019.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The global supply chain landscape is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the intricacies of international commerce. Preparing the next generation to excel in this dynamic field requires more than traditional education methods.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the age of same-day delivery and rising consumer expectations, there is immense pressure on warehouses to perform at peak efficiency. That’s where warehouse optimization comes in. Here’s what you can expect: A clear definition of warehouse optimization and its core components. Ready to get started?

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ivalua

MAY 29, 2025

Misaligned priorities, siloed systems, and unclear ownership can directly impact key performance indicators like cost savings percentage and procurement cycle time. Integrated platforms unify procurement and supply chain teams, improving collaboration, compliance, and supplier relationship management.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

ToolsGroup identifies five key drivers shaping the future of supply chains: changing customer expectations, heightened competition, rising operational complexity, technological advancements, and geopolitical tensions. Technological Advancements Real-time inventory tracking and predictive analytics give leading firms a competitive edge.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

Proprietary warehouse, transportation , and labor management systems bolted onto legacy ERP systems, all “enriched” with off-the-shelf and bespoke software solutions, are a recipe for disaster. Yet, the money was spent, and the technology is now in place. So, what next? The answer: Get Your Story Straight.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2025

Think of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the drought in the Panama Canal, the Russia-Ukraine war, blockage of the Suez Canal, or the 2024 International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) strike at East and Gulf ports. businesses can better adapt by building supply chain resilience through strategic planning, compliance, and technology.

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Silvon Software

MAY 6, 2025

They need visibility across multiple internal systemslike ERP, CRM, and financial platformsand even external sources shared with suppliers, partners, and customers. Thats why modern BI systems are quickly becoming the go-to solution for data-driven enterprises. But lets be clear: not all BI platforms are created equal.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony started his career in tech as a Commercialization Associate, where he identified and evaluated emerging technologies and innovations. Anthony’s clients varied from construction, trucking, industrial, software, manufacturing, and retail industries. About FreightWaves.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Manufacturing ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software integrates all your core business processes into one powerful platform. Think of it as the central nervous system of your operation, connecting everything from production planning and inventory control to supply chain management and financial reporting.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How 3PLs Can Gain Visibility and a Competitive Advantage Offering Automated Billing and a Self-Service Interactive Customer Portal It’s hard to imagine a third-party logistics (3PL) business today operating without some form of a warehouse management system ( WMS ) connecting the digital dots. But can technology do more?

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Technology integration: Leveraging digital tools to enhance visibility and decision-making.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2023

When it comes to running a company, when things break down executives have traditionally said “we need to improve our forecasting!” Would better forecasting accuracy be a good thing? Unfortunately, most companies cannot, and will never be able to, consistently rely on highly accurate forecasts. Absolutely!

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 12, 2017

For all of the DDMRP believers and technology sales people wanting me to endorse products and methodologies, can we change the discussion this morning? I get the fact that today’s forecasts are not good enough to drive replenishment, and that rules-based consumption to translate monthly demand to daily demand was a mistake.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Structured methodologies, risk assessment tools, and agile frameworks allow companies to improve coordination, enhance decision-making, and ensure they remain adaptable to disruptions. These include alternative sourcing strategies, backup transportation routes, and emergency inventory reserves.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

End-to-end supply chain visibility, planning, and execution support software are critical in agile supply chain performance. CPG companies that utilize an autonomous supply chain technology see a reduction in their inventory and cost and an increase in revenue. each with discrete plans generated typically in sequential batch runs.

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JUNE 10, 2025

Do Invest in Distributor Capability Building : Provide training, digital tools, and performance incentives. Do Embrace Technology and Data : Use real-time data for demand forecasting, inventory management, and route optimization. A well-equipped distributor is an extension of your brand and a key to market penetration.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 24, 2025

By producing only whats needed, when its needed, they eliminate the burden of forecasting errors and reduce warehouse dependency. Powered by digital tools, on-demand strategies offer a cleaner, more responsive path to production. Warehousing becomes a sunk cost. But in volatile markets, they often backfire.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Supply chain optimization is no longer about individual tools that solve individual problems. The technology is ready to go; now is the time to use it.”[1] They write, “This includes tackling bigger issues such as compliance, supplier relationship management, risk and disruption, responsible sourcing, and transparency.

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My Office Apps

OCTOBER 25, 2024

In this article, we’ll break down the most pressing challenges and discuss how distributors can overcome them with the right strategies and technology. Inaccurate Demand Forecasting The inability to forecast demand accurately leads to overstock or stockouts, both of which negatively impact profitability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 7, 2021

When companies implement a demand management or replenishment system, the goal is usually to improve customer satisfaction while holding less inventory. The implementation also involves leveraging weather data to improve forecasting. The forecasting projects were focused on secondary distribution. Forecasting is harder there.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

These emissions span every link in the supply chain, from upstream farming to downstream distribution, creating a complex and often fragmented data landscape.Yet more than half of companies still rely on spreadsheets and manual tools to navigate this complexity. These outdated methods are inefficient, error-prone, and difficult to scale.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Koganti urged the procurement audience to look for whats referred to as “foresight function” in planning tools, which is capable of enhancing data analysis, scenario generation and trend identification , allowing for more informed and proactive decision-making, albeit with human oversight.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 17, 2025

In the case of product returns which amounted to a staggering $890 billion in 2024 the warehouse needs to move with lightning speed and precision to capture the resale opportunity and minimize waste. Imagine the complexities of a single fulfillment-and-returns operation, in one warehouse. Increasing reverse logistics complexity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2024

Manhattan Associates, a leading supplier of supply chain and omnichannel management software solutions, recently had a major product release that will shake up the supply chain planning market. This puts their SCP on the same microservices platform as their other solutions. In a warehouse, workers pick cases and build pallets.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 11, 2022

Even if your transportation management system ( TMS ) is ingesting carrier EDI information directly, the data you receive is often hours after that fact, leaving you to “best-guess” actual delivery times. To improve visibility and control across your transportation network, a real-time transportation visibility platform (RTTVP) is essential.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 22, 2023

Do we have a demand forecasting tool in place and, if so, how good is that forecast? The purpose of data aggregation is, on one hand, to minimize the number of records you’ll be working with and, on the other hand, to reflect critical business patterns: order prioritization, customer segmentation, sourcing logic.

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Connected technology transforms traditional supply chains into dynamic systems capable of real-time decisions and proactive problem-solving. That’s where data analytics comes in.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 16, 2025

3PLs help mitigate these risks by offering flexible warehousing and multi-modal transportation options. With warehousing facilities strategically located near Detroit, Michigan-based 3PLs can act as buffer zones holding inventory closer to OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) and assembly plants to avoid costly delays.

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 18, 2024

CAGR , the global supply chain management software market is expected to touch USD 50 billion by 2032. This one figure speaks volumes about how organizations worldwide want access to the best supply chain management tools to boost efficiency and value in their distribution and logistics network. Growing at an overwhelming rate of 11.1%

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 7, 2025

This article depicts how innovative technology transforms supply chain operations. Modern technological tools like AI and machine learning enable companies to forecast supply chain needs, and IoT sensors allow the tracking of products in real-time, which makes operations faster and cheaper.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Every year at IDC, we put together a list of predictions designed to guide organizations in creating and/or updating their roadmaps, looking at the impact of technology and processes on businesses, and seeking to quantify that impact. Top Technology investments to Enable Your Participation in Industry Ecosystems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

The company sources goods from 34,000 suppliers out of 30 nations. Driving an excellent supply chain depends on how people are recruited and managed, processes, and the technology used. The company also does internal climate scores of employees at corporate, the branches, and the warehouses. Getting the Most out of People.

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