Inventory Management and Manufacturing

Gain a Leading Edge in Inventory Management through Digital Transformation

DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

An increasing lineup of advanced digital solutions have given manufacturers the edge to transform and achieve better inventory control. The manufacturing industry is constantly searching for new and inventive ways to improve inventory management. Types of inventory that can be optimized.

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Mobile Inventory Management: Boost Efficiency with Real-Time Tracking

RFgen

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Picture this: You’re a warehouse manager, and with a few taps on your smartphone, you instantly know the exact location and quantity of every item in your inventory. That’s not science fiction—it’s the power of mobile inventory management. What Is Mobile Inventory Management?

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Guide to Manufacturing Inventory Management Software

RFgen

JANUARY 16, 2025

Keeping track of all your moving parts in manufacturing is a tall order. That’s where manufacturing inventory management software comes in. In this ultimate guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about manufacturing inventory management software.

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The Case for Real-Time Perpetual Inventory Signals in Manufacturing

ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

Once upon a time, the world of manufacturing was a relatively stable place. Suddenly, managing inventory is the name of the game for companies trying to manage working capital and maximize profit while keeping customers happy. So how does a manufacturer navigate this rollercoaster?

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Better Inventory Management Requires International Suppliers To Step Up to Digital Transformation and Collaboration

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

While consumers may see some short-term benefit in the form of discounted goods, many retailers have had to reset investor expectations , reflecting the expected hit on margins from carrying so much inventory. Inventory management is challenging enough in normal times. Complete visibility into inventory. All aboard.

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Inventory Life Cycle: Your Guide to Master Inventory Management

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Leveling up your inventory life cycle can be crucial, but keeping all the fundamental factors jumping is essential to let the life cycle evolve. However, if the life cycle stock is healthy, inventory management is smooth. Inventory management revolves around the pivotal concept of the product life cycle.

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Manufacturing ERP Software Comparison: Guide to Buying in 2025

RFgen

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Running a manufacturing business isn’t easy. You’re juggling production schedules, managing inventory, keeping an eye on finances, and making sure everything runs smoothly on the shop floor. That’s where a manufacturing ERP comes in. It’s a lot to handle. Let’s get started.

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The Three Pillars of Sustainability in Supply Chain and Logistics: A Strategic Guide

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing collectively contribute significantly to carbon emissions, making these areas critical for meaningful change. Technologies such as artificial intelligence, IoT, and predictive analytics enable smarter inventory management, real-time tracking, and predictive maintenance, reducing waste and costs.

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Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management. Original article: Inventory Management vs. Warehouse Management. That may be because a company might already have an inventory system and wonders what additional capabilities they will get with a new WMS.

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End-to-End Supply Chain Orchestration: Achieving Visibility and Operational Control

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2025

Flex AI to Support Manufacturing Flow Flex uses artificial intelligence to improve production quality and efficiency in electronics manufacturing. Dell reports reduced cycle times and improved productivity as a result. This approach supports both centralized planning and decentralized execution.

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Interoperability in the Supply Chain: Leveraging the OSI Model for Seamless Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

For example, coordinating inventory management systems with demand forecasting tools. • Key Consideration: Synchronizing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems with warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS). Real-World Examples of OSI-Inspired Supply Chain Interoperability 1.

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8 Warehouse Optimization Tips from Manufacturing Experts

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Essential technology solutions, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management Systems (IMS), and the transformative power of IoT and automation. Inventory Management Systems IMS give you precise control over stock levels, ensuring an optimal balance and reducing carrying costs.

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Amazon and the Shift to AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Amazons AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning Amazon has integrated AI throughout its supply chain to improve demand forecasting, logistics, and inventory management. This system allows for dynamic inventory adjustments across warehouses, reducing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory.

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Spare Parts to Profits: Strategic Inventory Mastery

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In the competitive industrial landscape, efficient spare parts inventory management is crucial to maintaining seamless operations and driving profitability. Organizations require robust inventory management systems capable of handling diverse parts throughout their lifecycle.

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ToolsGroup Unveils Inventory.io to Deliver AI-Powered Inventory Optimization for Retailers

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 13, 2025

New solution debuting at NRF 2025 reduces stockouts and markdowns, driving profitability BOSTON January 13, 2024 ToolsGroup , a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, today announced the launch of Inventory.io, an AI-powered solution designed to simplify inventory management and enhance profitability.

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Effective Strategies for Scaling Manufacturing Operations

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Scaling manufacturing operations is crucial for business growth but presents unique challenges. Balancing increased demand with consistent quality and controlled costs is difficult but essential for manufacturers looking to expand. Successfully scaling manufacturing requires more than just adding resources.

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Protecting Supply Chains from AI-Driven Risks in Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 26, 2025

AI is embedded deeply in nearly every manufacturing and supply chain operation. Everything from logistics and inventory management to quality assurance and production scheduling relies on smart systems.

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AI Software for Spare Parts Inventory Management: Why You Should Care

ThroughPut

MAY 20, 2025

In fact, spare parts mismanagement is one of the leading contributors to operational disruptionsparticularly in the manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and heavy equipment industries. Thats why a growing number of organizations are turning to AI software for spare parts inventory management. Lets break it down.

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The US FDA’s Phase-Out of Synthetic Food Dyes – Supply Chain Impacts & Challenges

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

The resulting increase in demand may place pressure on agricultural producers and extract manufacturers to scale operations. Supply chain managers will need to assess supplier capacity, evaluate long-term sourcing contracts, and consider geographic diversification to reduce risk associated with seasonality and regional sourcing limitations.

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Why Manufacturing Data Collection Matters

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

That’s the power of manufacturing data collection. Manufacturing data collection is your secret weapon for boosting efficiency, cutting waste, and staying ahead of the competition. Manufacturing data collection is your secret weapon for boosting efficiency, cutting waste, and staying ahead of the competition.

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How Inventory Management Rescues Supply Chains From Inflation

Clear Spider

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Now’s the time for businesses to look back at the strain that rising inflation put on their supply chains and inventory management. Protecting your bottom line starts with a better understanding of the ways inflation affects supply chain management. Effective inventory management. Talk to our Experts!

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Walmart and the New Supply Chain Reality: AI, Automation, and Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

Just-in-time (JIT) inventory models, lean supplier networks, and offshore manufacturing reduced expenses but left companies exposed to disruptions. The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing geopolitical shifts demonstrated the risks of relying on single-source suppliers and minimal inventory buffers.

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How to Use Predictive Analytics for Seasonal Inventory Management

AFFLINK

JANUARY 13, 2025

Understanding the Importance of Predictive Analytics on Strategic Supply Chain Management As manufacturers and distributors both well know, seasonal inventory planning depends heavily on accurate demand forecasting. This is where predictive analytics can prove instrumental for strategic supply chain management.

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Streamlining Warehouse Operations with Mobile Inventory

RFgen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Introduction Inventory management is the backbone of a successful supply chain operation, but it’s often a source of persistent frustration. Mobile inventory management offers a transformative solution, providing the real-time data and streamlined workflows needed to optimize operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Inventory Everywhere, But Not the Right Product to Ship

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2023

Despite investments in planning, today, industries hold 28 more days of inventory than in 2004. Note that in Figure 1, retail home improvements days of inventory increased 68 days, contract manufacturing days increased 48 days, retail apparel by 28 days, and containers and packaging manufacturing companies by 14 days.

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How Manufacturers Can Start Using AI in ERP

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 10, 2025

In a previous blog AI and Machine Learning in Manufacturing ERP: Key Benefits , we discussed the benefits of using AI in manufacturing and how it could be enhanced with an ERP system. While manufacturers are keenly interested in using AI, the main question they have is what are the best use cases for AI in ERP?

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Navigating M&A Trends in the Transportation, Logistics, and Energy Storage Space

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Companies are proactively acquiring electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, battery storage providers, and related infrastructure firms to embed sustainability into their operations. Predictive analytics tools enabled by AI are helping organizations optimize inventory management, reduce downtime, and improve demand forecasting.

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Inventory Management Software: The Strategic Imperative for COOs in Modern Supply Chains

ThroughPut

MAY 23, 2025

Leveraging powerful tools like Inventory Management Software , todays COOs gain real-time visibility, streamline operations, and make faster, smarter decisions that keep their businesses ahead of constant change. Integrate logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and distribution for seamless delivery.

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Making The Case for Value Network Enablement

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 25, 2024

My definition of a network is the bi-directional information exchange of manufacturing, procurement, quality, and transportation signals across multiple tiers of trading partners in a many-to-many trading partner information exchange with minimal latency. Here I offer three starting points: ESG Initiatives Need to Focus on Inventory.

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Ciavarella Pneumatici Selects ToolsGroup to Revolutionize Supply Chain Planning

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

ToolsGroup’s advanced supply chain planning and optimization suite will be instrumental in refining our inventory management strategy and enhancing our competitive edge.

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Cloud-Driven Manufacturers: Leading the Way to a Bright Future for Supply Chains

Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

From retail and food and beverage to manufacturing and life sciences, companies from a wide variety of industries are realizing the benefits of the technology, revolutionizing how they operate, collaborate, and generate value. Retailers are leveraging cloud-based platforms to optimize inventory management and enhance customer engagement.

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Leveraging AI for Smarter Decision-Making in Manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 26, 2025

In the fast-paced world of smart manufacturing, making quick, accurate and informed decisions is essential. Real-time decision-making, powered by artificial intelligence (AI) , is revolutionizing smart manufacturing processes. That said, manufacturers need to take several steps to successfully enable these technologies.

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Optimizing Aftermarket Inventory: How ToolsGroup Helps Manufacturers Navigate Complexity

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This sector is driven by several factors, including the ageing vehicle population, the rise of e-commerce platforms , and technological advancements in vehicle manufacturing. This shift has led to a growing need for agile inventory management and quick delivery systems.

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Probabilistic Forecasting: The Future of Supply Chain Planning

ToolsGroup

MARCH 31, 2025

Nucleus Research classifies inventory optimization as a predictive analytics function, with stochastic (probabilistic) planning systems consistently outperforming traditional methods in optimizing stock levels. Probabilistic demand planning enables businesses to optimize stock levels while reducing costs and improving service levels.

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Optimize Material Flow in Medical Device Manufacturing

DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Medical Device manufacturers face an increasingly dynamic and intricate landscape. Innovative personalized manufacturing approaches have emerged, yet many organizations struggle to fully realize their potential in this rapidly evolving race.

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ERP for Manufacturing

My Office Apps

JANUARY 13, 2025

ERP for Manufacturing Manufacturing businesses face unique challenges, including resource management, production planning, and quality control. ERP systems are specifically tailored to address these needs, helping manufacturers optimize operations and stay competitive. What is the Meaning of ERP for Manufacturing?

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ProMat 2025: Robotics Steps Up to Tackle the Warehouse Labor Crisis

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

The cavernous halls of McCormick Place in Chicago played host to ProMat 2025, a sprawling testament to the relentless innovation shaping the future of manufacturing and supply chain. By taking over repetitive and physically demanding transportation tasks, AMRs free up human workers for more complex and value-added activities.

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Robotic Process Automation in Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

Robotic Process Automation Deployment According to the APQC data, organizations are exploring Robotic Process Automation across a number of supply chain areas, including supply chain planning, sourcing and procurement, logistics and warehousing, and manufacturing.

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The Value of a Manufacturing Control Tower in Industrial Equipment Manufacturing

DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 30, 2023

The widespread supply chain disruptions that happened when the global pandemic hit in 2020 highlighted several important lessons regarding manufacturing and supply chain visibility. The MCT provides centralized data management capabilities with near-real-time visibility in a unified view of the current conditions in factories and operations.

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Advanced Supply Chain Planning with Probabilistic Forecasting

ToolsGroup

MARCH 31, 2025

Nucleus Research classifies inventory optimization as a predictive analytics function, with stochastic (probabilistic) planning systems consistently outperforming traditional methods in optimizing stock levels. Probabilistic demand planning enables businesses to optimize stock levels while reducing costs and improving service levels.

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Solving the $1.8 Trillion Inventory Distortion Problem with Karl Swensen

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 14, 2024

Karl is the CEO and Co-founder of Pull Logic , an AI-enabled tech company focused on reducing lost sales for retailers, brands, and manufacturers due failure points in the supply chain and selling processes. Discover how Pull Logic uses AI to solve inventory distortion and improve supply chain efficiency. Summary: Solving the $1.8

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ThroughPut.AI Launches Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) and Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) Recommendations for Optimal Inventory Management

ThroughPut

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Businesses can leverage AI-powered recommendations for optimal order volumes and frequency, maintaining ideal inventory levels at all times – thus ensuring they order the right quantity at the right time.

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Choosing the Right ERP System for Manufacturing: Key Features to Consider

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Choosing the Right ERP System for Manufacturing: Key Features to Consider Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a cornerstone of modern manufacturing, bringing together core business functions to improve operational efficiency. Quality Control – Manufacturers must ensure that every product meets industry and customer standards.

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End-to-End Supply Chain Orchestration: Achieving Visibility and Operational Control

Interoperability in the Supply Chain: Leveraging the OSI Model for Seamless Logistics

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Amazon and the Shift to AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning

Spare Parts to Profits: Strategic Inventory Mastery

ToolsGroup Unveils Inventory.io to Deliver AI-Powered Inventory Optimization for Retailers

Effective Strategies for Scaling Manufacturing Operations

Protecting Supply Chains from AI-Driven Risks in Manufacturing

AI Software for Spare Parts Inventory Management: Why You Should Care

The US FDA’s Phase-Out of Synthetic Food Dyes – Supply Chain Impacts & Challenges

Why Manufacturing Data Collection Matters

How Inventory Management Rescues Supply Chains From Inflation

Walmart and the New Supply Chain Reality: AI, Automation, and Resilience

How to Use Predictive Analytics for Seasonal Inventory Management

Streamlining Warehouse Operations with Mobile Inventory

Inventory Everywhere, But Not the Right Product to Ship

How Manufacturers Can Start Using AI in ERP

Navigating M&A Trends in the Transportation, Logistics, and Energy Storage Space

Inventory Management Software: The Strategic Imperative for COOs in Modern Supply Chains

Making The Case for Value Network Enablement

Ciavarella Pneumatici Selects ToolsGroup to Revolutionize Supply Chain Planning

Cloud-Driven Manufacturers: Leading the Way to a Bright Future for Supply Chains

Leveraging AI for Smarter Decision-Making in Manufacturing

Optimizing Aftermarket Inventory: How ToolsGroup Helps Manufacturers Navigate Complexity

Probabilistic Forecasting: The Future of Supply Chain Planning

Optimize Material Flow in Medical Device Manufacturing

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Robotic Process Automation in Supply Chain

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Advanced Supply Chain Planning with Probabilistic Forecasting

Solving the $1.8 Trillion Inventory Distortion Problem with Karl Swensen

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Choosing the Right ERP System for Manufacturing: Key Features to Consider

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