Locus

JANUARY 10, 2024

We’ll look at four strategies to optimize shelf replenishment, reducing stockouts, improving inventory management, cutting waste, and boosting productivity. Creating a truly efficient shelf replenishment plan goes beyond the simple act of restocking inventory. Pinpoint instances of stockouts and excess inventory.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Waste Reduction 52

Unleashed

JANUARY 25, 2023

In fact, in the UK alone average inventory values jumped nearly 100% from 2019-2022 , while gross margin return on investment (GMROI) dropped 76%. In these tricky times, smart cash flow management strategies are essential to bring down costs (or push profits) in controllable areas, offsetting international instability.

Material Savings 98

Material Savings Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 98

RFgen

JUNE 30, 2023

Gone are the days of paper inventory tracking and manual data entry. The businesses of tomorrow need technology solutions that give real-time information in order to make key business decisions when it comes to inventory. It’s also critical to your inventory management strategy. Case Study: NFPC Enhances ERP to Gain 99.9%

Inventory Management Software 76

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Forecasting Software 76

American Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This article sheds light on some common challenges associated with big data, including data quality, security, and privacy concerns. Implementing data integration strategies, such as data mapping and transformation, is crucial to address these challenges. Next, we’ll address Big Data security challenges.

Analytics Software 52

Analytics Software Quality Security Analytics 52

Logility

AUGUST 18, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving marketplaces, businesses need every advantage they can secure — and often, that edge lies in the effective alignment of executive leadership with supply chain operations. When the C-suite understands and integrates supply chain considerations into strategic decision-making, the results can be transformative.

Supply Chain Performance 188

Supply Chain Performance Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 188

Unleashed

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Warehouse management encompasses a range of tasks, including: Inventory tracking Order fulfilment Organising storage spaces Optimising layouts Managing personnel Efficient and organised warehouse management plays a crucial role in supply chain management by contributing to timely deliveries and overall customer satisfaction.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction 52

EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. Rapid cost increases, interest rate hikes and reduced demand require more effective inventory management and forecasting attention.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 52

Taulia

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

But those goods and materials, referred to collectively as inventory, can be difficult to manage efficiently – especially at scale. Ineffective management of inventory can be extremely harmful to operational success. But, to complicate matters, there’s more than one inventory management strategy to choose from.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Material Savings 52

Logility

AUGUST 15, 2023

But instead of reaching just one peak, supply chain planners must climb four – service, inventory, cost, and sustainability. Coordinate every step with insight and action Companies using a platform that synergizes service, inventory, cost, and sustainability stand at the precipice of a highly progressive approach to supply chain planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Modeling 130

Unleashed

JUNE 8, 2023

Behind every successful product business is a thoughtful procurement strategy designed to optimise the supplier management and purchasing process. This guide answers exactly what is procurement, how procurement works in a business , and which tools and strategies lead to supply chain success.

Procurement Solutions 52

Procurement Solutions Sourcing Strategies Vendor Strategies Material Savings 52

Precoro

JULY 16, 2023

At the heart of the whole process is the purchasing manager – a supply chain and logistics professional who works to secure the required materials, goods, and services necessary for running the business. We have selected 5 fundamental KPIs that purchasing managers should consider.

Pricing Training 98

Pricing Training Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics Purchasing Training 98

Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2024

Optimizing Enterprise Performance Advanced data management and performance analysis tools like Silvon’s can leverage AI to easily integrate, normalize and store data from numerous sources within a single, secure environment that can be easily accessed by users across the organization using business terms they understand.

Manufacturing Procurement 58

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Predictive Analytics 58

Unleashed

APRIL 16, 2023

Inventory tracking software can mean the difference between thousands of customer orders out the door and thousands of dollars down the drain. In this inventory tracking software guide, we break down what it’s for, which features to look for based on your industry and size, and how to safely manage a software upgrade.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 52

Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

It integrates deeply within business systems, allowing companies to manage inventory, oversee contracts, and refine production processes more effectively. Planning and Strategy Effective operational automation hinges on meticulous planning and strategic execution. Speed: Quicker deployment and adaptation to changes or new advancements.

Cost Reduction Strategies 78

Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Resource Reduction 78

Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

T he cascading logistical problems caused by the pandemic and the war in Eastern Europe have made securing a reliable supply chain a national imperative. So, what must manufacturers and policymakers do to ensure that we have secure and resilient supply chains? Get clear on chargebacks and out-of-stocks. Perform a network analysis.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Security Supply Chain Strategy Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Precoro

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

You’ll learn how liquidity impacts working capital and the role it plays in attracting outside funding, understand liquidity ratios, and discover the best practices for building a liquidity management strategy. There’s a toolkit of metrics to help the treasury department understand the level of liquidity.

Optimal Sourcing 102

Optimal Sourcing Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction Negotiating Skills 102

Logility

OCTOBER 6, 2023

And those that leverage on-demand services provide secure access to scalable, high-performance environments available around the globe. Increased visibility – a cloud platform provides real-time visibility into critical supply chain data, such as inventory levels, which can help you make informed decisions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 193

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software 193

Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Digital Process Optimization: Streamlining Business for Efficiency In the race to streamline operations and elevate efficiency, Digital Process Optimization (DPO) emerges as a critical strategy for businesses looking to innovate and scale.

Optimal Sourcing 78

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Modeling Prescriptive Analytics Software 78

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

With demand for drivers often exceeding availability, shippers find themselves forced to pay more to secure capacity and drivers across many industries. Leveraging a 3PL’s relationships, people, processes and technology helps businesses balance supply and demand volatility and secure reliable and consistent capacity.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 216

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Network Software 216

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Inventories in the chemical industry are at record lows: a forerunner of bad days ahead. While we will recover quickly in retail (moving from painful shortages to a glut of inventory), the chemical industry–sitting four and five layers back in the supply chain–takes longer to recover. Retail shelves are increasingly empty.

Supply Chain Design Software 278

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 278

EazyStock

JANUARY 31, 2022

Inventory Management KPIs for Effective Inventory Analysis. Managing inventory is a complex business. Inventory management KPIs are important as they help analyze and track the performance of inventory management activities such as how stock is ordered, managed and turned. How to Choose Inventory Management KPIs.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Inventory Management Inventory Reduction Analysis 52

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 19, 2023

However, for companies with extensive inventory and warehouse facilities, integrating a Warehouse Management System with their ERP system can bring additional value. A Warehouse Management System (WMS) plays a vital role in efficiently managing inventory within a warehouse. What is a Warehouse Management System?

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Management Software 98

Logility

MARCH 4, 2021

It’s time to show the value of clear guidance codified in playbooks, modeling, constraint-based analyses, clear metrics, inventory strategy, and designing the supply chain. Register here to secure your seat. Never waste a crisis. Lora Cecere, Founder and CEO, Supply Chain Insights.

Demand Planning Software 220

Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Modeling Supply Chain Design Software 220

Unleashed

APRIL 21, 2024

This guide breaks down the order processing steps and definition, and then explores a few helpful strategies for improving it. The first step in a standard order processing system is the verification of a customer order which often includes a check to confirm there is sufficient inventory available to fulfil the order.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software 52

Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

Best practice inventory management – and the wider world of supply chain management – has played a big part in business survival through 2021. With that in mind, here’s our pick of the 10 most important inventory management trends for 2022. 10 inventory management for 2022: 1. Inventory analytics goes mainstream.

Inventory Management Software 80

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

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Your organization has to be more vigilant than ever regarding security to avoid risks like data loss or theft, underscoring the role of IT. This information can help companies manage inventory levels and improve customer service and engagement. However, the modern supply chain has become increasingly complex and challenging to manage.

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills 115

crisp

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In this guide, we’ll show you what metrics those are, easy ways to find them, and how you can use them to accelerate your brand’s retail growth. Now that you know how to access your retail data easily and often, here are the metrics you’ll want to keep on hand: Velocity. Retail data: A brand’s greatest asset. What do voids refer to?

Procurement Analytics 98

Procurement Analytics Inventory Reduction Data Waste Reduction 98

RFgen

JANUARY 23, 2023

Overview: What is mobile device inventory management? With so much information out there about inventory management best practices, it can be hard to determine what steps to take to make improvements. Mobile inventory systems are a proven “must-have” solution for enhancing materials management. Yet many companies struggle.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 52

Logility

JUNE 2, 2023

They help minimize inventory, streamline purchasing, optimize distribution, and enhance production efficiency while ensuring the highest level of customer service. In this article, we’ll dive into four easy steps to sharpen your forecasting skills and optimize your inventory investments and deployments. Let’s get started!

Forecasting 130

Forecasting Modeling Forecasting Software Supply and Demand 130

Unleashed

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

This represents a major challenge to cash flow as companies have increasingly more money tied up in inventory stock, which in turn has affected their profitability. Below, we cover how to improve liquidity and free up cash flow using nine effective strategies. There are also other types of securities which are relatively liquid.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Expense Reduction Price Reduction 52

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Inventories in the chemical industry are at record lows: a forerunner of bad days ahead. While we will recover quickly in retail (moving from painful shortages to a glut of inventory), the chemical industry–sitting four and five layers back in the supply chain–takes longer to recover. Retail shelves are increasingly empty.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 195

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Inventories in the chemical industry are at record lows: a forerunner of bad days ahead. While we will recover quickly in retail (moving from painful shortages to a glut of inventory), the chemical industry–sitting four and five layers back in the supply chain–takes longer to recover. Retail shelves are increasingly empty.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 195

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

Now all retailers are re-assessing their sourcing strategies and looking for local alternatives to reduce risks, lead times and carbon footprint. Retailers will also have an inventory surplus because people will buy less overall, meaning they may need to lower prices to clear their excess stock–hurting their profits.

Supply Chain Planning Software 193

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 193

Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It prioritizes not just the lowest purchase price, but the lowest total cost of ownership — meaning the total cost of a product or a service during its lifecycle, including purchase, maintenance, repair, staff training, support, security, and other costs. Sourcing strategy Next, the sourcing team creates an actual sourcing strategy.

Negotiating Skills 105

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies 105

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Workforce shortages and other challenges abound throughout all transportation sectors, and while this may revitalize investments in localized manufacturing, expanded warehousing to hold more inventory, and other efforts, these changes do not solve today’s issues. Carrier capacity management strategies ease the crunch.

Capacity 191

Capacity Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction 191

Elementum

JANUARY 16, 2024

Fostering a holistic approach to automation strategy enables businesses to optimize and scale their efforts while minimizing the challenges associated with this transformation. Keep in mind that leveraging multiple tools is often necessary to create a robust automation strategy tailored to your organization’s needs.

Supply Chain Software 78

Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 78

Elementum

JANUARY 16, 2024

Furthermore, long-term success in automation is highly dependent on a well-planned implementation strategy and the continuous development of employees’ skills. One major challenge is selecting the right processes for automation, as this lays the foundation for a successful automation strategy.

Supply Chain Software 78

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Optimization Software 78