GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

According to PLS Logistics , global companies will install procurement managers in China for entire organizations by 2025. There was a time when buying a computer was considered a once-in-a-decade purchase, if not once-in-a-lifetime. Globalization Will Become More Important in Everyday Decisions.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 24, 2025

Supply chain management typically does not fit very well with procurement, which is a challenge at the best of times, and can be a disaster in difficult times. Moreover, behavior can be changed based on sales incentives or things that are happening within the company that dont truly represent demand.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 25, 2018

Warehouse managers must understand why changes of standards and use of the Internet of Things (IoT) are needed and how smart warehouses can meet the demands of today and tomorrow. Use software-as-a-service platforms to use the latest-generation technology in your warehouse management system.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 17, 2013

The article is written and the story is spun, but the solution offered is a supply-centric solution based on yesterday’s technology. The market shift is towards analytics, but this new market is confusing. The most successful have used best-of-breed solutions. (We Instead, I see a behavior that I call bait and switch.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 29, 2013

We have been taught, as supply chain leaders, that over the last decade supply chain processes have improved costs, shortened cycle times, improved customer service and decreased inventory. ” Or run the statement by any software provider, and they will share that their solutions delivered these “best practices.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 28, 2024

As a result, DPPs are emerging as a straightforward, common sense solution for meeting these needs efficiently. AI and machine learning tools identify patterns, predict issues, and suggest ways to optimize operations. Overall, AI ensures that DPPs are not just a fixed record but an active tool for improving performance.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2018

Going back to the Industrial Internet of things (IIoT), the use of Internet-connected technology increases risk in manufacturing. billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 27, 2018

A number of analysts believe, in the near future, a symbiotic relationship is going to develop between the supply chain and the Internet of Things (IoT) — sometimes referred to as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Symbiosis is defined as a mutually beneficial relationship. The Supply Chain and the IoT. ”[2].

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

An in-depth look at the tangible benefits, from cost reduction to increased customer satisfaction. Eight proven optimization strategies, combining technology, best practices, and sustainable solutions. Data-Driven Decision Making : Using analytics to continuously refine operations.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

The Internet of Things (IoT) seems to be popping up in more conversations throughout the entire supply chain , and more businesses have turned towards IoT experts for guidance on how to take advantage of its benefits. The Internet radically changed how the world communicates. Automated Data Transfers.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

Sure, supply chain cost reduction is important in reducing the cost of goods sold (COGS) and increasing profit, but there are other measurements which should not be forgotten. 3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. 10 Soft Metric Considerations in Measuring Supply Chain Performance.

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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. I sometimes wonder if I should create a new class of technologies for the network design tools because they have changed so much.) As always, when you give to us, we give to you.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

I find no agency or entity trying to find a holistic solution to global logistics. Few planning systems update delivery based on actual dwell times; and despite the abundance of Internet of Things (IOT) data, there is no place to put streaming data signals into traditional planning systems. Background on Ocean Transport.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. A 2016 Accenture survey, reports RF Gen , explained how more companies are taking advantage of AI benefits through linked supply chains. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2018

In other words, the simple act of providing reports to executives and upper-level managers could be considered a form of data visualization, and better reporting will be a fundamental improvement in supply chains throughout 2018, explains Craig Guillot of Supply Chain Dive. Service Supply Chains Will Dominant the Market.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 15, 2018

From the Blockchain in Trucking Alliance (BiTA) to the use of the internet of Things, explains i-Scoop , intelligent supply chain management is changing the game for traditional warehouses, retailers, consumers, and employees alike. How Can Supply Chain Leaders Implement Intelligent Practices? Let machine learning take hold.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Significant advancements in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and cloud technologies in recent years has reduced the cost of adopting new technologies and broadening the spectrum of what is available. The cost of internet-connected devices has also dropped significantly making IIoT solutions more affordable at scale.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

This growing movement of such hyperconnectivity is known as the Hyperconnected Era or often referred to now as “The Internet of Things.” The application of the Internet of Things (IoT) along with cloud-based GPS will make it possible to keep track of individual items and their conditions.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

The supply chain technology stack comprises hundreds, if not thousands, of individual technologies, and considering the growth of the Internet of things (IoT), there really is no limit to how much these transformative supply chain technologies may expand within the next 12 months. Imagine a digital world that mirrors the real world.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2018

Customer service is more important than ever, and customers expect purchases to arrive at record speeds with free or low-cost shipping, says GlobeCon Freight Systems. As a result, e-commerce will have wide-ranging impacts on supply chain management. Download white paper.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

Distribution center robots are a force in the Amazon powerhouse, reports the Association for Advancing Automation. When Amazon purchased Kiva robots, distribution center robots became the new “shiny object turned real-world effective object” of e-commerce fulfillment. Bring disparate systems together.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 13, 2025

Advances in automation, sensors, analytics, and other technologies have made significant changes in manufacturing. New technologies, like advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) , allow this data to be used more effectively, and are transforming the world of production. Factories have changed hugely in the past 50 years.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2016

The procurement Summit 2016. Building on the huge success of eWorld Procurement & Supply – which has been running bi-annually in London since 2001 – the new Procurement Summit will bring together 150 purchasing and finance professionals from across the commercial, public and third sectors. Procurement Automation.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2016

For example, Infor purchased GT Nexus in 2015; OpenText purchased GXS in 2014, GHX purchased H-Card, LLC today; E2open purchased Terra Technology in May 2016 and Orchestro on Monday. Thoma Bravo purchased Elemica in June 2016. The solutions evolved from different funding models.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Amazon’s purchase of Kiva Robots changed the landscape of robotics in the supply chain. Technology Will Reshape Procurement Practices. Better procurement practices translate into better overall sales, but the role of procurement in driving sales’ statistics will change throughout 2017. Robotics Will Grow More Versatile.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 7, 2016

The digital business landscape for a shipper, such as the use of an ERP, TMS, and other digital aspects, such as The Internet of Things , provides unparalleled insight into how an organization in the supply chain can improve efficiency, visibility, and productivity. What Do Supply Chain Analytics Have to Do With This Ability?

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 28, 2018

Using a combined blockchain and reverse logistics strategy can help alleviate these costs, and supply chain executives need to understand a few things about it Reverse Logistics Carry High Risk in Supply Chain Management Risk within reverse logistics is higher than that and forward logistics. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Brick-and-Mortar Retail Is Often Left Behind in the Digital Inventory Management Conversation As explained by William Terdoslavich of DMN News , customers expect instant gratification when purchasing products in-store, and the same feeling exists when making an online purchase. History and experience of the software vendor.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 12, 2018

In addition, retailers around the globe struggle to stay competitive with the e-commerce behemoth, Amazon, reports Huemor. Fortunately, shippers have an advantage; they can leverage outside experience, like that of Cerasis, to implement faster, more effective solutions to handle the e-commerce craze. Get your free white paper.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

She explained that she owned a Warehouse Management System, purchased a Proof of Delivery Software as a Service, implemented a licensed-to-use Accounting & Distribution System, deployed a customised online Order Management System and that she is struggling with fragmented data and documents across these systems.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2017

Over the last year, huge strides were made in machine-to-machine connectivity, as foreseen by our predictions, ranging from the greater use of automated identification and data capture (AIDC) and stronger resolve for more omnichannel logistics solutions. How Machines “Talk” Expanded. of the WIOMAX SmartIoT Blog.

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Kinaxis

MARCH 6, 2018

I joined a supply chain software company while Gagan joined a large global manufacturer and quickly grew through the ranks to be the vice president of supply chain IT in his company. Gagan was reporting to the CIO, and the board of directors recently mandated the company embark on a digital transformation journey.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 7, 2017

Internet of Things: the use of machine-to-machine streaming data to improve supply chain outcomes. At SAP Insider, the digital transformation message was never defined, but the use cases focused on Internet of Things delivered through a Leonardo architecture and the strategic advantage of S4/Hana for real-time analytics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2016

Today Thoma Bravo, a private equity investment firm, announced a definitive agreement to purchase Elemica, a provider of Supply Chain Operating Networks for the chemical industry. In this period the concept of trading exchanges were largely overhyped and the solutions under-delivered. Together, we built this model.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 20, 2020

But the COVID-19 crisis, has required rapid operational solutions to unforeseen roadblocks. Quick solutions to employee shortages, remote working, and to ensure health and safety across the company need to be deployed. Efficiency and cost management. These bottlenecks significantly change the priorities of leaders.

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 30, 2025

By applying technologies like Generative AI, organizations will be able to drive efficiencies in the way we work that will create trillions of dollars in economic value, by reducing working capital, increasing agility, and reducing waste, while making better decisions based on data and analytics, not on gut feel.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 18, 2021

Many experts believe the Internet of Things (IoT) is poised to revolutionize supply chain operations. 1] Because IoT solutions affect every stage of supply chain operations, all supply chain professionals need to be better informed, not just manufacturing professionals. Potential Supply Chain Benefits of IoT Solutions.

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