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Trends 2023: Supply Chain

Enterra Insights

Freelance writers Michael Keenan and Kaleigh Moore report, “Data from the University of Texas–Austin suggests a simple improvement in ‘data usability’ can give some companies a 10% increase in revenue. It is not just US tool manufacturers that are affected. Inventory Confusion. ” Trend 4. Cybersecurity.

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How Returns Management Works: Process, Tips, & Best Practices

Unleashed

It covers every aspect of dealing with customer returns, including policy management, reverse logistics, customer service, returned goods inventory management , and developing strategies to reduce return rates. One paper from the University of Texas at Arlington suggests that lenience may yield better results than strictness.

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Affiliated Foods Inc. Designates HIMPACT by Herlitz Inventory Management to Power its Buying Operations and Optimize Inventory

Herlitz Inventory Management

signed with Herlitz Inventory Management for its buying team. The Amarillo, Texas-based grocery distributor plans to roll out the HIMPACT solution to its full team of buyers in the coming months to begin reaping its cost-saving and inventory-optimizing rewards. AFI) has chosen HIMPACT as its new purchasing system.

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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

This means supply chain and logistics professionals need to distinguish between more frequently purchased products and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. Too often, organizations invested in solutions that offer little more than knee-jerk reactions, resulting in net losses. The Road to Agility and Resilience.

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Your Expert Guide to Inventory Audits: Best Practices & Tips 

ShipBob

Traditionally this was done manually, but the use of product barcodes and devices like inventory barcode scanners can streamline the process. Using an inventory management software can help you keep track of inventory during physical inventory counts. Learn more about inventory reconciliation here.

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The Backorder, April 3 2024

Unleashed

a) Map the value stream b) Continuous improvement c) Create flow d) Supply chain resilience (Scroll to the bottom of the page to reveal the solutions.) Recently, we’ve implemented AI in our inventory management. Lean methodologies aren’t just for manufacturers – they can be helpful for any business managing physical goods.

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Halal Cluster Network: Connecting regional halal clusters

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Supply chain execution is required to distinguish between the high runner purchases and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. They would consider more automation, contactless solutions, transparence/greater trust (e.g., Strategic product segmentation, sourcing and inventory management. Blue Yonder.