Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2016

I did not understand warehousing and transportation until reassignment to a logistics role in 1985. The metrics reward functional thinking. The focus of APICS is manufacturing, CSCMP’s foundation is in logistics, and ISM serves the procurement organization. I am a product of traditional, silo-based thinking.

Supply Chain Design Software 161

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Network Design Software Modeling 161

Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Cloud-based supply chain management tools, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are expected to figure prominently in future supply chain operations. Today’s supply chains are increasingly complex, driving logistics operations to invest billions in systems to manage all the moving parts.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Pharmaceutical 111

SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

When businesses align production and procurement schedules with demand, they optimize their supply chain processes. By using Internet of Things (IoT) devices, sensors, and RFID tags, businesses can gather and perform data analysis on location, condition, and so on. It does this by identifying seasonal trends and demand patterns.

Optimal Sourcing 72

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Optimization Analytics Software 72

ToolsGroup

MARCH 1, 2016

The reading audience is global, and spans a wide variety of roles: procurement, supply chain strategy and planning, product management, logistics and transportation, customer service, and others. We talked to Bob to see what we might learn from that experience. What is the makeup of your blog audience?

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Software 120

Veridian Solutions

MARCH 16, 2020

Various connections beyond API, like the use of Internet of Things (IoT) connected sensors, allow professionals to track products and their movement from the factory up to the retail store. The impact of these connection technologies to better track movements in the supply chain includes reduced costs and improved service delivery.

Supply Chain Strategy 59

Supply Chain Strategy Data Supply Chain Software Inventory Reduction 59

IQMS

MAY 24, 2018

The manufacturing sector has worked through a re-tooling from economic factors and workforce displacement to a new era of technologies including the IoT (Internet of Things) and Industry 4.0. Now is the time to refocus on activities which will balance your risks with your projected rewards.

Manufacturing Procurement 41

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 41

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 9, 2023

Whether it’s information about suppliers, procurement, inventory management, factory operations, sales or service, an integrated ERP solution has the data necessary to make decisions. How data can be used to link business goals and metrics. How an ERP system provides the framework for data and analytics.

Analytics Software 111

Analytics Software Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Predictive Analytics Software 111

NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 5, 2016

Contract analytics can provide a summary view on performance and pricing deviations, risks, statistics (expiry, renewal and pending), procurement and sales metrics. Our analysis provides insights into how we have to operate to achieve the outcome, as well as scorecards and metrics that require additional analytical insight.

Negotiating Skills 40

Negotiating Skills Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 40

NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 12, 2017

There are systems directors in both the procurement and logistics/planning teams. All of these groups (supply chain IT, systems, supply chain analytics, planning and logistics analytics) participate in the Supply Chain Director’s Council. Questions addressed include, “What will be the next generation of products?”

Analytics Software 40

Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 40

Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

It’s about more than just efficiency; AI’s predictive analytics and decision-making capabilities open up new avenues for integrating cloud-based Business Process Management (BPM) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The result?

Optimal Sourcing 78

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Modeling Prescriptive Analytics Software 78

SCMDOJO

JANUARY 23, 2023

List of Top 10 Supply Chain Analytics Books 1) Supply Chain Metrics that Matter (Wiley Corporate F&A) 1st Edition This book offers an in-depth guide to understanding the link between corporate financials and supply chain maturity, evaluating the progress of over a hundred companies from 2006-2013. 8) Supply Chain 4.0:

Prescriptive Analytics Software 119

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics 119

NC State SCRC

APRIL 27, 2016

What impact does digitization (the internet of things, or IoT) have on my organization and my employees? Will digitization change the way we measure things and monitor metrics? How will real-time intelligence help me any more than what I’m doing today?

Sourcing Strategies 40

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Real-time Visibility 40

ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Online retailers who have embraced digital supply chain transformation did so to combat common logistics challenges that came to a head during the pandemic. This includes the implementation of the latest logistics innovations , such as automation, data and analytics reporting, robotics, and AI learning. Reduce labor costs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Inventory Management Software 97

Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

Internet of Things a ‘return to growth’ accelerator. More widespread third-party logistics. Investment in internet-connected systems is expected to return to pre-Covid levels. Internet of Things a ‘return to growth’ accelerator. More widespread third-party logistics. Cloud technology accelerates.

Inventory Management Software 80

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Supply Chain Planning Software 80

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 4, 2016

You can’t predict when an air conditioner is going to break down, but with Internet of Things (IoT) data streaming from the AC unit, Lennox can diagnose impending failure points and contact the customer to arrange a service visit, enhancing the customer relationship and balancing their workload.

Supply Chain Planning Software 254

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Supply Chain Software 254

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 20, 2020

In the logistics aspect of the supply chain, this equates to better monitoring and adherence to guidelines governing drive time, fuel use, deadhead and more. Every system is different, but this is merging into a single cohesive set of systems that can be integrated through the Internet of Things (IoT).

Supply Chain Software 62

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Strategy 62

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 16, 2014

I have learned that supply chain systems are more complex than I originally thought, and that the relationships between supply chain metrics are nonlinear. They also enable the evaluation of networks for both sales and procurement relationships to optimize the flows upstream and downstream.

Supply Chain Design Software 286

Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 286

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

In the logistics aspect of the supply chain, this equates to better monitoring and adherence to guidelines governing drive time, fuel use, deadhead and more. Every system is different, but this is merging into a single cohesive set of systems that can be integrated through the Internet of Things (IoT).

Supply Chain Software 49

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Strategy 49

6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

“As the logistics industry faces extraordinary pressures, maintaining a culture of compliance is more critical than ever. Yet many companies, lulled by efficient and relatively inexpensive logistics and transport, have been applying lean and just-in-time production methods that span global networks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 116

ThroughPut

MAY 11, 2021

To maintain this balance of distribution and managing supply chain logistics to maximize the opportunities through every channel, you need extensive planning and flexibility. Keep track of your raw materials from procurement to sell-off with advanced insights that will help you make faster decisions and speed up in-season replenishment.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Software 52

ThroughPut

MAY 11, 2021

To maintain this balance of distribution and managing supply chain logistics to maximize the opportunities through every channel, you need extensive planning and flexibility. Keep track of your raw materials from procurement to sell-off with advanced insights that will help you make faster decisions and speed up in-season replenishment.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Software 52

ThroughPut

MAY 11, 2021

To maintain this balance of distribution and managing supply chain logistics to maximize the opportunities through every channel, you need extensive planning and flexibility. Keep track of your raw materials from procurement to sell-off with advanced insights that will help you make faster decisions and speed up in-season replenishment.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Software 52

Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

So the CSR score too is more of a popularity contest than a consistent metric. One thing to keep in mind about who qualifies for consideration is that only big public companies are included in the rankings, and by “big” we mean they need to have sales of $12 billion or more. Printer-friendly version. Media Type. Media Credit.

Gartner 81

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2017

I will be wrong again,” I stated last year before making my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2017 , and I was right. But I was right with some of my other predictions, especially my prediction that we would see a rise in cyber attacks in 2017, with supply chain and logistics operations becoming new targets.

Predictive Analytics Software 92

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 92

6 River Systems

JUNE 10, 2019

With new supply chain innovations , trends in logistics technology and advancements like automated robots making a big impact on operational efficiency, it seems that supply chain optimization is within reach for more companies than ever before. How many suppliers providing services to your company are not vetted by procurement/IT?

Sourcing Strategies 88

Sourcing Strategies Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 88

ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

From demand to capacity, product, customer, and logistics, ThroughPut studies your entire supply chain ecosystem to recommend the best and most impactful solutions. It offers demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and logistics planning features.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 52