The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Identifying sources of Carbon emissions. These are classified into sources of emissions as Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3. These are considered “indirect” greenhouse gas sources. Scope 3 emissions are the amount of carbon emitted by vendors and suppliers in your value chain, another indirect source.

Vendor Strategies 246

Vendor Strategies Purchasing Skills Pricing Training Optimal Sourcing 246

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

The Green Corridor: Resilience from Diversification by Timothy Foote, Founder of Susymbio Access to Sustainable Power is the Challenge of Our Time, but when clean power sources are diversified it promises more stability for our future. Sadly, Malawi’s most used local source of power is its shrinking forests.

Malawi 130

Malawi Sri Lanka Thailand Pricing Training 130

EC Sourcing Group

MARCH 12, 2023

Identify your data sources that can help identify supplier performance. It could also be an incorrect purchase order, shipping number, billing address, date, and so on. COST AND PRICING : Organizations typically want the supplier who provides the lowest cost for goods.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Purchasing Skills Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Sustainability is an often-discussed concept that can be a reliable source of differentiation for CPG manufacturers. Shoppers now want to purchase from brands that are congruent with their personal values. And sustainability has become a standout issue for many US consumers. Finding Freight Consolidation Opportunities.

Vendor Strategies 52

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Claritum

JUNE 13, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. I took on the challenge of writing a condensed version of all the current Procurement challenges. I believe the issue with these articles is the broad range encompassed by the word Procurement and the constant change within this domain. Procurement Domain Name. Introduction.

Manufacturing Procurement 32

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing 32

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2022

Supply Chain Risk Management Solution from riskmethods. If I was asked to vote for the most interesting solution set that has come to the fore over the last few years, my vote would be for supply chain risk management solutions. AGCO’s risk notification and visualization solution came from riskmethods.

Risk Management 194

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There is no planning model in traditional solutions that recognizes a logistics bottleneck and drives bi-directional orchestration across source, make and deliver. Labor shortages and shifts in routes reduce the availability of air freight. Shippers pushed cost and waste backward in the supply chain. Airfreight Shortages.

Supply Chain Planning Software 276

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Software 276

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There is no planning model in traditional solutions that recognizes a logistics bottleneck and drives bi-directional orchestration across source, make and deliver. Labor shortages and shifts in routes reduce the availability of air freight. Shippers pushed cost and waste backward in the supply chain. Airfreight Shortages.

Supply Chain Planning Software 264

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Software 264

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Leveraging AI for demand forecasting means: You can analyze any amount of historical data and current trends from external sources to predict future demands more accurately. Traditional manual approaches and one-size-fits-all tech solutions fall short, offering scant assistance. The solution? All of this at the best price.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics 59

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There is no planning model in traditional solutions that recognizes a logistics bottleneck and drives bi-directional orchestration across source, make and deliver. Labor shortages and shifts in routes reduce the availability of air freight. Shippers pushed cost and waste backward in the supply chain. Airfreight Shortages.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Software 195

Cathy Roberson

APRIL 6, 2022

Despite the number of visibility tools available on the market today, “lack of visibility” continues to be a common complaint in the supply chain market. Are today’s visibility tools missing something? What's missing, if anything, from visibility tools?” Add to that sustainability visibility.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software 52

Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

Spire and Gravity Supply Chain solutions helping restore flow of goods by giving customers more visibility and greater confidence to accurately predict delivery times. ” Providing solutions in the context of this reality is critical, and together Spire and Gravity Supply Chain Solutions are working to restore the global supply chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 52

Resilinc

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Do you currently work primarily with Life Sciences clients at Resilinc? I have nearly 30 years of experience as a global procurement and supply chain leader in High-Tech and Life Sciences. It has to become embedded in the processes of sourcing, strategic category management, purchasing, compliance and supplier development.

Pharmaceutical 53

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Supply Chain Strategy 53

GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

The concept of actionable intelligence is about using technology and software to ensure company goals reflect industry strategy and demands. This involves the combination of data capture, analytic and dashboarding tools to make decisions easier. Now, managing these operations traditionally relied on an inbound freight routing guide.

Cost Reduction Strategies 156

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Also, tools have been developed to enable horizontal partnerships to reduce empty truck miles. Transport nodes, such as ports, are following this trend by developing capabilities becoming energy hubs providing but also becoming powered by sustainable fuel. Creating demand for new clean solutions requires pioneers and critical mass.

Supply Chain Design Software 240

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 240

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Focus on warehouse automation has come full circle since the last big automation movement of the ‘90s, but today with a significantly better set of tools and technological improvements enabling more robust digital transformation and warehouse automation. Investments in Transportation solutions is imperative.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2014

All metal fabricators realize that they have to do some analyses before the company purchases equipmen t or hires new people, but now there seems to be a new intensity about the process. These total costs also include hard costs such as the freight rates negotiated with carriers at an expert level through the 3PLs carrier relations team.

Manufacturing Procurement 236

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies 236

Unleashed

MAY 7, 2023

A manufacturer needs to keep accurate records of all inventory items, as this will ensure there is enough stock available to keep up with production and sustain orders. Real-time manufacturing inventory software is fundamental for the accurate tracking of finished goods, as it keeps records up to date as inventory is moved or sold.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Material Savings Inventory 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Risks exist in land, air and ocean freight. Poor grasp of hazards in your supply chain will increase freight spend and diminish brand value. Extreme weather represents one of the most significant risks to ocean freight on the globe. Source raw materials from reclamation centers where possible. Extreme Weather Events.

Supply Chain Planning Software 57

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Demand latency is the time from channel purchase to order receipt.) Today, the bellies of the airplanes are full, and the cost of air freight is too high for many manufacturers. While many companies attempt to improve the response by being reactive on traditional data sources, this is not the answer. Rising Complexity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 395

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 395

Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 29, 2018

Logistics providers have discovered that sustainability in the supply chain delivers a good ROI. For a long time now, corporations and their supply chains have been required to prove that they are acting in a sustainable, environmentally-friendly way. Consumers won’t trade quality and performance for sustainability.”.

Sourcing Strategies 88

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Material Savings 88

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. But some of my other predictions did hit the mark or came close.

Predictive Analytics Software 120

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 15, 2021

4 Challenges in Starting and Sustaining a SIOP (S&OP) Business Process! Interested in finding a dependable source of warm and high-quality leads to fuel your sales pipeline? In other words, they won’t eventually purchase your product or services. 1 Use AI-powered lead generation tools. Email Address.

Supply Chain Software 62

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. In this Part 2 blog post, we will continue to explore how automotive manufacturers are carrying out effective supply chain initiatives and their innovative solutions.

Automotive 85

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 85

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. Research from APQC’s Open Standards Benchmarking in procurement shows that organizations without formal SRM programs report 121 percent longer supplier lead times.

Waste Reduction 274

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

From 2022, we can see a steady rise in enterprise businesses investing in last-mile delivery software. Global Last Mile Delivery Software Market was valued at USD 5.38 – Verified Market Research, Last-mile delivery software market, Jun 2021. Sustainability and green logistics . But things have changed today.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 52

Unleashed

JUNE 15, 2022

Bethanie Hawkins from Unleashed software spoke with business advisor Graham Dyer of the UK’s French Duncan LLP for his top ‘inflation salvation’ tips for product business. Often this will see them running at a loss on coffee itself – but this effectively ensures extra lunch-time purchases that make the overall pricing strategy work.

Price Reduction 93

Price Reduction Purchasing Skills Negotiate Pricing Cost Reduction Strategies 93

Freightera

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Freightera’s CEO, Eric Beckwitt Gives His Predictions on The Trends in Sustainability in 2024. Deglobalization will accelerate, and reshoring and localization of manufacturing will continue 2023 has seen a severe freight recession, especially in North America, with significant overcapacity and declining rates for ocean shipping as well.

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Manufacturing Procurement Trends North America 40

Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. Customers increasingly want customized solutions, and require specific logistics delivery requirements.

Predictive Analytics 117

Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Design Software 117

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2023

We have software updates planned to improve our fog and parking performance to address such situations in the future.” Yum Brands – parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and The Habit Burger Grill – recently announced a new packaging policy prioritizing more sustainable options. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 205

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

The sky and what’s beyond, an endless source of creativity and imagination for kids and adults alike. MyWebGrocer and Descartes Combine Solutions to Help Grocers Drive Ecommerce Growth and Profitability. DAT’s Accelerated Freight Matching Launches with New Load Board App for Carriers and Paperless Onboarding Service for Brokers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 12, 2022

They include energy sources your company purchased for its use, such as electric car refueling, electricity for the building, and similar types. Customers want to know more about the environmental impact of companies, and a large portion like to choose companies with sustainable practices. These need to be reported.

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 23, 2017

Robotic solutions offer the ability to introduce automation into DC operations without the need for major structural alterations. Still, that’s no excuse for ignoring the progress being made on a transport solution with the potential to drive greater economic efficiency than any other supply chain technology so far imagined.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Whether the phrase refers to sourcing, procurement, relationships, or other matters, its use is prevalent. One example is in the world of out-sourced software development. Corporate social responsibility, employee/labor relationships, sustainability, and other factors are part of each company’s values.

Vendor Strategies 64

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills 64

GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

Not only has Walmart excelled over the decades in traditional supply chain management but with recent news as of late, Walmart is also focused on continuous improvement by investing more into emerging technologies to capture more of the e-commerce market as well as a focus on sustainability. ” Walmart states early on. marketwatch.com.

Gartner 120

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 120

Zipline Logistics

MAY 18, 2021

For shippers working with retailers to bring their healthcare products to market, logistics has emerged as a reliable source of competitive differentiation. By choosing the right provider, organizations can continue to scale their operations to achieve sustainable growth. OTIF Challenges for Healthcare Product Shippers . Contact Us.

Vendor Strategies 52

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EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

There are many terms when it comes to all levels of procurement management, which is a smaller part of the overall supply chain. Sourcing is the term used when the purchasing department is searching for the right supplier (or group of suppliers) to fill a particular need, typically a good or service, to fulfill a purchasing order.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Procurement Solutions Sourcing 52