SCMDOJO

APRIL 22, 2022

Outsourcing takes place in every service, so much so that the retailers or businesses are not aware from whom a specific part of the product is procured. The tokenization system will also improvise how inventories are managed in the supply chain. NFTs supply a sole source of truth. Better Supply Chain Collaborations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 137

Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 137

Logility

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Being a technical person, I was not sought out to assist in procuring fashion related items (bedspreads, towels, rugs, wall decorations), but was instead assigned to the refrigerator and microwave end of the spectrum. For most durable goods companies, multiple channels of distribution generally cause inventory to increase.

Optimal Sourcing 127

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Forecasting Purchasing Skills 127

Logility

MARCH 19, 2018

Supply planning enables you to profitably satisfy market demand through dynamically sourcing materials, optimizing production and manufacturing plans, reducing distribution costs and slashing lead times. 2) Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO). 2) Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO).

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Beverage Prescriptive Analytics Software 113

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Editor’s Note: Cerasis is a 3PL focused on transportation management. So why do we feature content related to Vendor Managed Inventory? In a VMI model, part of the equation is the inbound & outbound flow of the inventory. Inventory is then put on pallets and shipped as freight. No Purchase Orders were used.

Vendor Strategies 120

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Modeling Software Modeling 120

GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2018

If the customer uses online and in-store shopping to make a purchase, shipping and pickup options should include A, B and C. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. If only online shopping is used, shipping options may include B or D.

Supply Chain Design Software 138

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Omnichannel Analytics Software 138

Logility

MARCH 29, 2018

Today, we continue this conversation and look at six must have capabilities that drive supply chain improvement for F&B manufacturers. Accurate forecasts help minimize inventory, maximize production efficiency, streamline purchasing, optimize distribution and ensure confidence in company projections.

Beverage 100

Beverage Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 100

GlobalTranz

JULY 30, 2018

GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. Blockchain is entering a phase of development that will affect every aspect of supply chain and logistics management, ranging from procurement to forward logistics and beyond. In fact, the CDC is currently testing blockchain programs for this purpose.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 126

Logistics Network Optimization Software Examples Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement 126

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Primary Challenges in an E-Commerce Shipping Strategy Developing an e-commerce shipping strategy is about more than just considering e-commerce; e-commerce may include the omnichannel purchases in which customers use a variety of online and in-store devices and experiences to make a final decision and complete a purchase.

Price Reduction 181

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 181

Talking Logistics

MARCH 7, 2017

Centralized and harmonized way to exchange data between original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers, and forwarders instead of bilateral exchange via individual solutions. It’s about creating a common cross-company basis that integrates all participants on a procurement or distribution level.

Automotive 102

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Network Software 102

Logility

AUGUST 17, 2016

Process manufacturers face a highly complex supply chain challenge. Add to these factors such as razor-thin margins, SKU-proliferation, globalization, and products that tend to be heavy, bulky and/or expensive to move and it quickly becomes apparent why process manufacturing supply chains are very challenging.

Material Savings 100

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 100

Logility

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

While the chart included in the report does not provide exact percentages, we can estimate 53% of respondents plan to evaluate and/or purchase supply chain applications in 2012. At Logility we see three primary drivers – Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO) and Optimized Supply Planning.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction 100

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Inventory Management/Optimizat. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Transportation Management Syst. Content Being Accessed: Lean Manufacturing White Paper: Strategies To Run a Lean Supply Chain. How principles of lean manufacturing transfer benefits to Operations.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Lean 32

Logility

APRIL 17, 2017

Green supply chain management can be defined as integrating environmental thinking into supply-chain management, including product design, material sourcing and selection, manufacturing processes, delivery of the final product as well as a product’s end-of-life management. White Paper: Beyond Basic Forecasting.

Optimal Sourcing 103

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Optimization 103

Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

So when I asked Cathy Roberson, a senior analyst at Transport Intelligence and a tech-enthusiast who is vox supplychainus on Twitter at cmroberson06 , I was not surprised when she sent me back an analysis that seems to match up perfectly with some of Google’s recent projects: Google Glasses, Android and 3D printing. yellowbox].

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Gartner Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 120

The Network Effect

APRIL 15, 2016

Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) is a fundamental process that all retail, manufacturing and consumer products companies should have in place. Purchasing and Manufacturing should provide an overview of how they build their supply/production plans to accommodate the Sales and Marketing demand plan.

S&OP 100

S&OP Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning 100

Logility

JUNE 28, 2017

Process chemical manufacturers face complex supply chain challenges including dealing with hazardous and perishable ingredients whose characteristics (potency, color, composition, etc.) I believe there are several key ingredients to formulating a winning process manufacturing supply chain. can vary from lot to lot.

Chemicals 100

Chemicals Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Many furniture manufacturers reported lengthy delays for build-to-order pieces due to reduced workforces and difficulties in sourcing fabrics and components. Rapid shifts in sourcing increased shipping spend and left routing guides useless for meeting demands. Rethink Inventory. Rather than focus on regional D.C.s,

Forecasting 156

Forecasting Forecasting Software Freight Inventory Reduction 156

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Companies have leveraged digital tools, and evolving skills, to collect vast data about product or raw materials sourcing, transportation, logistics, and manufacturing. They use advanced ERP software and S&OP strategy to match supply with demand, and turn over inventory faster and faster.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Unleashed

JULY 11, 2021

Sustainability certifications help consumers identify whether or not a product or manufacturer is sustainable. Across Europe, EPDs are routinely factored into personal and corporate level purchasing and supply chain management decisions. Animal welfare certifications are important for food manufacturers.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Manufacturing Procurement New Zealand Waste Reduction 98

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

3D Printing : Almost 20% of manufacturers are already using 3D printing in their business to some extent. Automated vehicles means safer transportation, 24/7 operations and less deadhead operations. Next-Shoring, in which products are developed and produced closer to where they are sold, reducing inventory and shipping costs.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software 120

Logility

MARCH 21, 2017

I am constantly amazed that an automotive manufacturer will design and market vehicles with top-end speeds of 180+ MPH and 0-60 speeds in the sub 4 second range. Manufacturing Constraints : multi-stage production limitations, min/max batch sizes, capacities, working days and hours, and availability of specific skills.

Supply Chain Optimization 100

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 100

Logility

AUGUST 19, 2016

According to Aberdeen Group, this process can result in a 14% increase in operating margin, a 4% increase in gross margin dollars, a 55% reduction in inventory write-offs, a 17% increase in new product revenues, and a 35% reduction in lost sales. Some call it Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP).

S&OP 100

S&OP Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Logility

AUGUST 15, 2016

According to Aberdeen Group, this process can result in a 14% increase in operating margin, a 4% increase in gross margin dollars, a 55% reduction in inventory write-offs, a 17% increase in new product revenues, and a 35% reduction in lost sales. Some call it Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP).

S&OP 100

S&OP Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Inventory Management/Optimizat. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Transportation Management Syst. Content Being Accessed: Lean Manufacturing White Paper: A Holistic Approach to Lean. Consumer Goods and Retail Supp. Demand Planning/Forecasting. Distribution/Centers. ERP Systems.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 32

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 29, 2009

Inventory Management/Optimizat. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Transportation Management Syst. Content Being Accessed: Lean Manufacturing White Paper: 5 Ways ERP Can Enable Lean. Consumer Goods and Retail Supp. Demand Planning/Forecasting. Distribution/Centers. ERP Systems.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 32

Logility

APRIL 20, 2017

However, in wholesale trade, goods are purchased and stored in large quantities and sold in batches of a designated quantity to resellers, professional users, or groups, not to the general public. Recently, we took a look at six key actions to drive success in the white paper Six Supply Chain Actions that Drive Wholesale Distribution Success.

Modeling 60

Modeling Distribution Optimization Modeling Supply and Demand 60

Logility

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

To remain competitive consumer goods companies must have greater supply chain visibility to understand at a moment’s notice the impact a sourcing, inventory or manufacturing decision will have. White Paper: Successful Sales and Operations Planning in 5 Steps. Success Story: Kraft Foods.

Consumer Goods 100

Consumer Goods Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 100

Turvo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Another study by the EPA, titled Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions , noted that “according to the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks 1990–2018 (the national inventory that the U.S. Reduce waste through real-time collaboration and inventory tracking at the order level regardless of location.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software 70

Supply Chain Digest

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Inventory Management/Optimizat. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Transportation Management Syst. Content Being Accessed: White Paper Supply Chain Performance Management. Excellent classic white paper from Dr. Hau Lee at Stanford on supply chain performance management.

Supply Chain Performance 32

Supply Chain Performance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 32

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Inventory Management/Optimizat. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Transportation Management Syst. Content Being Accessed: White Paper: Improving Forecast Accuracy. White paper from Logility on Keys to Improving Forecast Accuracy. Consumer Goods and Retail Supp.

Forecasting 32

Forecasting Optimal Sourcing Forecasting Software Supply Chain Design Software 32

GlobalTranz

MARCH 15, 2016

There’s an art to integrating computerized data collection systems on the manufacturing floor. Unless you plan correctly, you won’t actually improve productivity on your manufacturing floor. Stock levels and inventory. This is especially true if you opt to use any standard IT equipment on the manufacturing floor.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement System Manufacturing Data 120

AFFLINK

MAY 31, 2017

When most people think about the Internet of Things (IoT), they envision consumer-level products — usually wearable fitness devices like Fitbits — rather than an array of powerful tools that is transforming industries from manufacturing to healthcare. The network then yields real-time data about inventories, logistics, and fleet management.

Internet of things 70

Internet of things Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software Predictive Analytics Software 70

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% transportation network and other logistics challenges. trillion and motor carrier costs rose 10.1%

Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Material Savings Inventory Reduction 98

Logility

AUGUST 30, 2016

We try to measure “better-faster-cheaper” by developing indexes based on margin, asset efficiency, inventory turns, supply chain cost as a percentage of sales, or growth. ” Does the customer really care how we transported the product? Is there any inherent value in how we procure, produce and plan?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Innovation Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Logility

AUGUST 30, 2016

We try to measure “better-faster-cheaper” by developing indexes based on margin, asset efficiency, inventory turns, supply chain cost as a percentage of sales, or growth. ” Does the customer really care how we transported the product? Is there any inherent value in how we procure, produce and plan?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Innovation Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 100

6 River Systems

AUGUST 19, 2020

Manufacturing companies have the option of selling directly to consumers without the help of any retail middle men. A white paper published by DHL found that inefficient handling of supply chains causes high costs, wasted resources, and reduced agility.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software Sustainability 59

Logility

JANUARY 26, 2017

” Each functional area of the supply chain (purchasing, planning, distribution, manufacturing, customer service, etc.) For example, maximizing factory efficiency can lead to a surplus of inventory. One Size Does Not Fit All. When it comes to supply chain metrics, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.”

Procurement Analytics 100

Procurement Analytics Metrics Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner 100