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The Inventory Accuracy “Confidence Gap”

Talking Logistics

The research focused on the inventory visibility and optimization challenges that companies face today related to omni-channel fulfillment and the actions they should take to elevate their omni-channel performance. And it begins with improving their inventory accuracy. The Inventory Accuracy “Confidence Gap”.

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The Importance of Value-Added Services in Logistics and SCM!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Finding out if your provider offers these next-level services are critical because they can make a significant difference in your overall logistics process. According to Adelante SCM’s recent research , 63 percent of organizations that use value-added services consider it a “very significant” business function.

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Is There a Third Option for SCM Executives Looking to Revamp their Supply Chain Management Operations?

Kinaxis

A new alternative is now possible for companies, especially those looking to gain a competitive advantage with their SCM operations. Is SCM a Core Competency? Many organizations with established SCM operations have been working with third-party logistics firms for decades, largely eliminating the use of in-house transportation fleets.

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Warehouse Cost Reductions: 3 Understandings Driven By Inventory Management & Lean Principles

GlobalTranz

Today, I will now address how a focus on inventory will allow for warehouse cost reductions as well. A Focus on Inventory Control Begets Warehouse Cost Reductions. A Focus on Inventory Control Begets Warehouse Cost Reductions. First, look at inventory as MONEY/CASH. Understand Data Integrity to Reduce Inventory Costs.

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Top Supply Chain Management Courses!

Supply Chain Game Changer

When considering which category a course falls under we tend to favor those whose approach tends towards smaller details as opposed to big picture ideas like lean as they relate directly back to daily logistics efforts most supply chain managers face while working in corporate settings. Supply Chain Logistics.

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7 Traits of Great Supply Chain Leader: A Case Study of Tim Cook

Supply Chain Opz

The company held $500 million of inventory which was about 2 months coverage, much more than those of the other technology companies. Jobs also run the day-to-day operations, which resulted in the relationship problems with key vendors and third party logistics providers.

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Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS): A Golden Opportunity for the Supply Chain Industry

SCMDOJO

Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) Examples Across Industries Retail Industry Retailers leverage third-party service providers, external manufacturing systems (EMS), and supply chain IT services (RFID, IoT, barcoding, etc.), allowing them to shift their focus towards core activities like market share and product management.