Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2021

We are now seeing an increase in the use of automation, not just within a TMS or WMS, but the digital coordination across all phases of logistics, from shipper to broker to carrier to warehouse. Volvo’s POD in Sweden is a great example. Business logistics costs as a percentage of GDP is currently 7-8% in United States.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

For those unaware of the term, shrink is an accounting term used to describe when a store has fewer items in stock than in its recorded book inventory. Small businesses getting squeezed out in push for warehouse space. Earlier this week, I read a sobering report from the national Retail Federation (NRF) regarding shrink.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 20, 2016

(For more on this topic, see When SMBs Hit the Inventory Planning Complexity Wall ). Struggling to identifying the right mix of inventory to serve multiple channels (e.g., Struggling to identifying the right mix of inventory to serve multiple channels (e.g., retail, wholesale, foreign distributors, internet).

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Ensuring Timely Repairs: Having a well-managed inventory of spare parts ensures quick and timely repairs. Improving Employee Productivity: A well-managed spare parts inventory ensures that employees can swiftly access the components they need. Let’s explore the key strategies to ensure your maintenance operations run smoothly.

Inventory Reduction 63

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2017

And here’s to hoping that 2018 results in even more significant advancements in the state of warehousing and transportation technology. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2014 : hybrid DCs, 3-D prototypes, location-based inventory system, and more. Content Summary: Exoskeletons Help Take a Load Off for Warehouse Workers.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

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Supply Chains Rock

JUNE 3, 2009

This article in MarineLog reported that "Toyota had to rent a boat in Sweden to store 2,500 extra cars from inventory.". I still have bitter memories of all the T-Mobile shops in Austria running out of iPhones on the launch day. Toyota is also curious at #10. But overall I tip my hat to AMR and look forward to the next top 25 in 2010.

Procurement Analytics 100

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

We answer all these questions and more – including how inventory management software will help you manage your supply chain for your freeport warehouse or factory. Freeports are government designated zones usually located around shipping ports and/or airports. Read more: What is a Bonded Warehouse?

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