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A common theme in the tier 1 and 2 landscape of supply chain execution management is the desire to “orchestrate and synchronize end-to-end business processes,” and that “warehousing and transportation are notable points of convergence” (source: Gartner 2017 Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems ). Or put another way, how closely do we tie the functional abilities of warehouse, transportation and labor management systems to those of the ERP? MORE
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. One of the biggest contributors to a sustainable supply chain is the sourcing of products. MORE
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. CEO Karl-Johan Persson stated that moving forward, the company will need to “ensure a faster, more flexible and more efficient supply chain” to address misalignment of inventory and demand. MORE
Sustainability is a philosophy, not an endpoint. Companies should always be striving to become more efficient and less wasteful instead of assuming they’re already as sustainable as they want or need to be. Everyone wins when supply chains become more sustainable, but doing so requires a conscientious effort. Sourcing and procurement departments exist to mitigate this issue, but input bottlenecks remain common. MORE
The nature of online businesses is significantly different in scale and operations to traditional retail outlets and as a result the scale of inventory stock can range from small home storage to vast, multiple warehouses facilities. Regardless of whether it’s a multichannel business, its size or nature of the business, it is essential to keep accurate records and track all the inventory stock items. Overselling inventory stock. Online inventory control systems. MORE
Every warehouse strives for efficient order fulfillment. There are many factors that can impact costs, from warehouse replenishment practices to the warehouse equipment deployed to support the fulfillment process. ” Meet Our Panel of Warehouse Pros: Nate Masterson. Read on to learn more about the best strategies to control and reduce your warehouse fulfillment costs. Define normal parameters and fine-tune the physical inventory system. MORE
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Here are some key factors organic food companies need to consider to ensure a sustainable supply chain: Sourcing. MORE
A Director of Operations, Warehouse Director or Manager, or even the Director of Supply Chain or Logistics, are always in the pursuit of continuous improvement as well as warehouse cost savings in both time and money. In today's modern society, often, the stop gap in efficient productivity in your warehouse is typically one of two things: bad process & getting caught up in the weeds of tactics. 5 Key Areas to Focus on in the Pursuit of Warehouse Cost Savings. MORE
A common theme in the Tier 1 and 2 landscape of supply chain execution management is the desire to “orchestrate and synchronize end-to-end business processes,” and that “warehousing and transportation are notable points of convergence” (source: Gartner 2017 Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems ). Or put another way, how closely do we tie the functional abilities of warehouse, transportation and labor management systems to those of the ERP? MORE
Most warehouses are on an ongoing mission to maximize productivity by optimizing workflows, automating processes and reducing waste (both time and resources). Warehouses are complex operations with many moving parts and functions happening simultaneously, so while there are plenty of areas to improve productivity, it’s not always easy to determine where your efforts will pay off. More than 50% of your warehouse labor is in pick and pack, so start there. MORE
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Wherever possible, food, ingredients, and packaging should be sourced locally. However, it is not always possible to source all ingredients locally. MORE
Up until now, sustainability practices were considered a ‘nice to have’ for a business— something that looks good in the About section of the company website, but nothing more. As a result, there has been a tectonic shift in the thinking of business leaders and increased interest in sustainability and circular economy initiatives. Based on a number of sources, we estimate that the Global 2000 spends around $12T annually on procurement of new assets. MORE
Sustainability is a philosophy, not an endpoint. Companies should always be striving to become more efficient and less wasteful instead of assuming they’re already as sustainable as they want or need to be. Everyone wins when supply chains become more sustainable, but doing so requires a conscientious effort. Sourcing and procurement departments exist to mitigate this issue, but input bottlenecks remain common. MORE
Featuring Our 10 Best Inventory Management Articles! Inventory management is a critical area for most companies. Too much inventory, especially the wrong inventory, can negatively impact cash flow, return on investment, customer satisfaction, and profitability. MORE
This is the second part of my series on various ways to reduce overall costs as it relates to logistics and warehouse cost reductions. 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. First, look at inventory as MONEY/CASH. Inventory cost is defined as the cost of holding goods in stock. First, take a physical wall-to-wall inventory. MORE
People are still worried about having efficiencies in their warehouses, making sure they’re laid out properly, and having the right processes. A lot of companies now will have regional hubs with just smaller satellite warehouses in each country. MORE
Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation and Logistics. Source: “Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation & Logistics,” Jason Mathers, EDF, Ryder Innovate 2014. According to a 2012 study by The Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics , the logistics industry is expected to create 270,200 job openings per year through 2018 (not only in trucking, but in warehousing and distribution labor and other areas too). MORE
Imagine stepping back in time to visit a large warehousing operation in 1990. To save you from a meltdown, let’s take a brief journey through warehouse operating developments from 1990 to 2045. While some imagination will still be required on this journey, most of the hard work has been done in the writing of this article, so you can shut down the imagination overdrive and cruise through this rundown of technology’s impact on warehouses and distribution centers. MORE
Volcafe Way is a sustainable sourcing strategy created to radically transform coffee production. They work directly with coffee farmers to assist and train them in sustainable production techniques and good agronomy practices, focusing on making the best use of their land for future generations. How Volcafe is improving farm practices, increasing productivity, and delivering higher quality. Since 1802, ED&F Man’s coffee business, Volcafe , has been trading coffee. MORE
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. CEO Karl-Johan Persson stated that moving forward, the company will need to “ensure a faster, more flexible and more efficient supply chain” to address misalignment of inventory and demand. MORE
Reassess Your Supply Chain to Increase Efficiency and Sustainability. Sustainability is a philosophy, not an endpoint. Companies should always be striving to become more efficient and less wasteful instead of assuming they’re already as sustainable as they want or need to be. Assess Supply Chains in Real-Time Everyone wins when supply chains become more sustainable, but doing so requires a conscientious effort. MORE
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Wherever possible, food, ingredients, and packaging should be sourced locally. However, it is not always possible to source all ingredients locally. MORE
Effective inventory management is crucial to reducing costs in any manufacturing business. The right software will also improve operational processes, boost warehouse efficiency and reduce waste. Why your food inventory management system is going stale. Inventory management. MORE
Inventory accuracy is vital to an organisation’s long-term success. Profits depend on the sale of inventory stock and if you don’t know what or how much you are selling then you could be missing an opportunity to maximise sales. Having poor and inaccurate inventory control can be costly because it causes issues such as unplanned stock-outs, the shipping of wrong products to customers, wasted resources trying to locate misplaced items and inventory shrinkage. MORE
Instead, it continues, to include the entire lifecycle of a product, from sourcing of raw materials, to the return and recycling of the product, and reintroduction of recycled materials into the manufacturing or production process. Again, this might include recycling or refurbishing items damaged in storage or transit, or placing undamaged returns back into a sales inventory. It’s time to start looking ahead again. MORE
“They have multi-sourced key commodities or strategic components to reduce their reliance on any one supplier, and they had considered inventory strategy to buffer against supply chain disruption.” “I predict we will see a greater adoption of automated tools assisting, rather than replacing, humans in specific roles within our supply chains: warehouse, manufacturing and distribution.” Warehouse Operations MORE
Today I will discuss how a company can sustain a lean culture once they have implemented lean practices in order to achieve continuous improvement. Your company has started the lean journey, but how do you sustain it? Let's first talk about first setting the stage, then give you practical practices and tactics to achieve a sustainable lean culture, and then provide core key performance indicators (KPIs) to track your progress. Once implemented, Lean has to be sustained. MORE
How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? Like oil prices, interest rates impact supply chain policies and decisions, especially with regards to inventory. Will interest rates continue to climb in 2016, and if so, what impact will it have on inventory levels? Sustainability : Will the climate change agreement reached at the COP21 meeting in Paris this past weekend change supply chains in 2016? MORE
As such, an effective logistics strategy must be flexible enough to adapt to the ever-evolving supply chain to sustain optimal service levels. Inventory requirements for all raw, WIP and finished goods. The number and locations of required warehouses, distributors, etc. MORE
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to keep many brick-and-mortar retailers closed, the industry is finding itself with excess inventory in many areas. The mounting concern is that excess manufacturing is leading to increased inventory warehousing costs and is compounding the already-difficult financial situation. As the COVID-19 crisis continues to persist, here are a few strategies companies are implementing to shield against excess inventory: Forecasting. MORE
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Wherever possible, food, ingredients, and packaging should be sourced locally. However, it is not always possible to source all ingredients locally. MORE
From the most basic to the most advanced organization, Inventory Optimization is a critical goal and one which underpins the effectiveness of the supply chain operation. Inventory Optimization requires an organization to sustain and maintain the right mix of cost versus service. In this article we will examine inventory optimization processes as part of a structured sequential journey and examine seven of the key factors in delivering the optimal mix of stock. MORE
Around the world, people are demanding more from their governments, business communities, and their fellow consumers to help create a more sustainable future. Companies have realized that big data allows them unparalleled insight into the best ways to source raw materials and products, and the best ways to move those products to consumers – and Supply Chain Management has become a key strategic differentiator in a number of industries. Subscribe Here! Email Address. MORE
Lean Warehousing – From Paradox to Operational Excellence. Before we start talking about Lean Warehousing, can you tell us a little bit about LeanCor Supply Chain Group? Relative to our topic today, Lean Warehousing, is it a big part of your operations? What we know for sure is that lean warehousing, just by the nature of the term itself, can be a paradox at best. Robert: I suspect many people think the term “lean warehousing” is an oxymoron. MORE
Factory closures, blank sailings, massive cuts to air freight, reduced warehouse capacity and more have hit business-as-usual and often turned carefully calibrated chains on their head. I believe that you're going to see sustained push to e-commerce. Inventory management, evolved. MORE
With all the mobile devices, barcode scanners, sensors and other computing technologies online today, warehouse managers should have complete visibility into what is happening within their four walls at all times. Real-time data availability and accuracy are still real challenges in today’s warehouses. Consider this… Is it easy for your workers to identify the best inventory picking and put-away options? MORE
Inventory Sourcing Sustainability Warehousing LeanCor
NOVEMBER 13, 2013
Lean Warehousing – From Paradox to Operational Excellence. Before we start talking about Lean Warehousing, can you tell us a little bit about LeanCor Supply Chain Group? Relative to our topic today, Lean Warehousing, is it a big part of your operations? What we know for sure is that lean warehousing, just by the nature of the term itself, can be a paradox at best. Robert: I suspect many people think the term “lean warehousing” is an oxymoron.
Requis
OCTOBER 30, 2020
People are still worried about having efficiencies in their warehouses, making sure they’re laid out properly, and having the right processes. A lot of companies now will have regional hubs with just smaller satellite warehouses in each country.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Featuring Our 10 Best Inventory Management Articles! Inventory management is a critical area for most companies. Too much inventory, especially the wrong inventory, can negatively impact cash flow, return on investment, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 17, 2016
This is the second part of my series on various ways to reduce overall costs as it relates to logistics and warehouse cost reductions. 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. First, look at inventory as MONEY/CASH. Inventory cost is defined as the cost of holding goods in stock. First, take a physical wall-to-wall inventory.
Cerasis
JULY 12, 2016
A Director of Operations, Warehouse Director or Manager, or even the Director of Supply Chain or Logistics, are always in the pursuit of continuous improvement as well as warehouse cost savings in both time and money. In today's modern society, often, the stop gap in efficient productivity in your warehouse is typically one of two things: bad process & getting caught up in the weeds of tactics. 5 Key Areas to Focus on in the Pursuit of Warehouse Cost Savings.
Unleashed
MARCH 15, 2019
Inventory accuracy is vital to an organisation’s long-term success. Profits depend on the sale of inventory stock and if you don’t know what or how much you are selling then you could be missing an opportunity to maximise sales. Having poor and inaccurate inventory control can be costly because it causes issues such as unplanned stock-outs, the shipping of wrong products to customers, wasted resources trying to locate misplaced items and inventory shrinkage.
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Cerasis
MARCH 23, 2016
Today I will discuss how a company can sustain a lean culture once they have implemented lean practices in order to achieve continuous improvement. Your company has started the lean journey, but how do you sustain it? Let's first talk about first setting the stage, then give you practical practices and tactics to achieve a sustainable lean culture, and then provide core key performance indicators (KPIs) to track your progress. Once implemented, Lean has to be sustained.
6 River Systems
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
Every warehouse strives for efficient order fulfillment. There are many factors that can impact costs, from warehouse replenishment practices to the warehouse equipment deployed to support the fulfillment process. ” Meet Our Panel of Warehouse Pros: Nate Masterson. Read on to learn more about the best strategies to control and reduce your warehouse fulfillment costs. Define normal parameters and fine-tune the physical inventory system.
Supply Chain Nation
JUNE 28, 2017
A common theme in the Tier 1 and 2 landscape of supply chain execution management is the desire to “orchestrate and synchronize end-to-end business processes,” and that “warehousing and transportation are notable points of convergence” (source: Gartner 2017 Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems ). Or put another way, how closely do we tie the functional abilities of warehouse, transportation and labor management systems to those of the ERP?
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 8, 2020
Around the world, people are demanding more from their governments, business communities, and their fellow consumers to help create a more sustainable future. Companies have realized that big data allows them unparalleled insight into the best ways to source raw materials and products, and the best ways to move those products to consumers – and Supply Chain Management has become a key strategic differentiator in a number of industries. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Supply Chain Nation
JUNE 28, 2017
A common theme in the tier 1 and 2 landscape of supply chain execution management is the desire to “orchestrate and synchronize end-to-end business processes,” and that “warehousing and transportation are notable points of convergence” (source: Gartner 2017 Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems ). Or put another way, how closely do we tie the functional abilities of warehouse, transportation and labor management systems to those of the ERP?
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Unleashed
NOVEMBER 10, 2019
The nature of online businesses is significantly different in scale and operations to traditional retail outlets and as a result the scale of inventory stock can range from small home storage to vast, multiple warehouses facilities. Regardless of whether it’s a multichannel business, its size or nature of the business, it is essential to keep accurate records and track all the inventory stock items. Overselling inventory stock. Online inventory control systems.
6 River Systems
JUNE 25, 2019
Most warehouses are on an ongoing mission to maximize productivity by optimizing workflows, automating processes and reducing waste (both time and resources). Warehouses are complex operations with many moving parts and functions happening simultaneously, so while there are plenty of areas to improve productivity, it’s not always easy to determine where your efforts will pay off. More than 50% of your warehouse labor is in pick and pack, so start there.
Logichain Solutions
JULY 10, 2018
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. One of the biggest contributors to a sustainable supply chain is the sourcing of products.
ThroughPut
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Reassess Your Supply Chain to Increase Efficiency and Sustainability. Sustainability is a philosophy, not an endpoint. Companies should always be striving to become more efficient and less wasteful instead of assuming they’re already as sustainable as they want or need to be. Assess Supply Chains in Real-Time Everyone wins when supply chains become more sustainable, but doing so requires a conscientious effort.
ThroughPut
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Sustainability is a philosophy, not an endpoint. Companies should always be striving to become more efficient and less wasteful instead of assuming they’re already as sustainable as they want or need to be. Everyone wins when supply chains become more sustainable, but doing so requires a conscientious effort. Sourcing and procurement departments exist to mitigate this issue, but input bottlenecks remain common.
ThroughPut
NOVEMBER 14, 2019
Sustainability is a philosophy, not an endpoint. Companies should always be striving to become more efficient and less wasteful instead of assuming they’re already as sustainable as they want or need to be. Everyone wins when supply chains become more sustainable, but doing so requires a conscientious effort. Sourcing and procurement departments exist to mitigate this issue, but input bottlenecks remain common.
TrackVia
JUNE 19, 2020
Volcafe Way is a sustainable sourcing strategy created to radically transform coffee production. They work directly with coffee farmers to assist and train them in sustainable production techniques and good agronomy practices, focusing on making the best use of their land for future generations. How Volcafe is improving farm practices, increasing productivity, and delivering higher quality. Since 1802, ED&F Man’s coffee business, Volcafe , has been trading coffee.
Logistics Bureau
OCTOBER 31, 2017
Imagine stepping back in time to visit a large warehousing operation in 1990. To save you from a meltdown, let’s take a brief journey through warehouse operating developments from 1990 to 2045. While some imagination will still be required on this journey, most of the hard work has been done in the writing of this article, so you can shut down the imagination overdrive and cruise through this rundown of technology’s impact on warehouses and distribution centers.
Requis
MARCH 10, 2020
Up until now, sustainability practices were considered a ‘nice to have’ for a business— something that looks good in the About section of the company website, but nothing more. As a result, there has been a tectonic shift in the thinking of business leaders and increased interest in sustainability and circular economy initiatives. Based on a number of sources, we estimate that the Global 2000 spends around $12T annually on procurement of new assets.
Supply Chain Opz
AUGUST 2, 2018
From the most basic to the most advanced organization, Inventory Optimization is a critical goal and one which underpins the effectiveness of the supply chain operation. Inventory Optimization requires an organization to sustain and maintain the right mix of cost versus service. In this article we will examine inventory optimization processes as part of a structured sequential journey and examine seven of the key factors in delivering the optimal mix of stock.
Logichain Solutions
JULY 10, 2018
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Here are some key factors organic food companies need to consider to ensure a sustainable supply chain: Sourcing.
Logichain Solutions
JULY 10, 2018
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Wherever possible, food, ingredients, and packaging should be sourced locally. However, it is not always possible to source all ingredients locally.
Logichain Solutions
JULY 10, 2018
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Wherever possible, food, ingredients, and packaging should be sourced locally. However, it is not always possible to source all ingredients locally.
Logichain Solutions
JULY 10, 2018
Is it locally sourced or imported? Organic food companies need to go beyond just the product; they also need to ensure that the entire farm to fork supply chain is sustainable. This includes fair sourcing, being a good steward of all resources, minimizing the carbon footprint, and using recyclable / compostable packaging. Wherever possible, food, ingredients, and packaging should be sourced locally. However, it is not always possible to source all ingredients locally.
Elementum
APRIL 12, 2018
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. CEO Karl-Johan Persson stated that moving forward, the company will need to “ensure a faster, more flexible and more efficient supply chain” to address misalignment of inventory and demand.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 16, 2015
How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment? Like oil prices, interest rates impact supply chain policies and decisions, especially with regards to inventory. Will interest rates continue to climb in 2016, and if so, what impact will it have on inventory levels? Sustainability : Will the climate change agreement reached at the COP21 meeting in Paris this past weekend change supply chains in 2016?
Elementum
APRIL 12, 2018
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. CEO Karl-Johan Persson stated that moving forward, the company will need to “ensure a faster, more flexible and more efficient supply chain” to address misalignment of inventory and demand.
Logistics Bureau
DECEMBER 9, 2019
Instead, it continues, to include the entire lifecycle of a product, from sourcing of raw materials, to the return and recycling of the product, and reintroduction of recycled materials into the manufacturing or production process. Again, this might include recycling or refurbishing items damaged in storage or transit, or placing undamaged returns back into a sales inventory. It’s time to start looking ahead again.
6 River Systems
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
As such, an effective logistics strategy must be flexible enough to adapt to the ever-evolving supply chain to sustain optimal service levels. Inventory requirements for all raw, WIP and finished goods. The number and locations of required warehouses, distributors, etc.
OneSCM
AUGUST 2, 2017
With all the mobile devices, barcode scanners, sensors and other computing technologies online today, warehouse managers should have complete visibility into what is happening within their four walls at all times. Real-time data availability and accuracy are still real challenges in today’s warehouses. Consider this… Is it easy for your workers to identify the best inventory picking and put-away options?
Supply Chain Nation
JUNE 1, 2020
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to keep many brick-and-mortar retailers closed, the industry is finding itself with excess inventory in many areas. The mounting concern is that excess manufacturing is leading to increased inventory warehousing costs and is compounding the already-difficult financial situation. As the COVID-19 crisis continues to persist, here are a few strategies companies are implementing to shield against excess inventory: Forecasting.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 3, 2014
Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation and Logistics. Source: “Sustainability and Green Initiatives in Transportation & Logistics,” Jason Mathers, EDF, Ryder Innovate 2014. According to a 2012 study by The Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics , the logistics industry is expected to create 270,200 job openings per year through 2018 (not only in trucking, but in warehousing and distribution labor and other areas too).
6 River Systems
JUNE 26, 2020
“They have multi-sourced key commodities or strategic components to reduce their reliance on any one supplier, and they had considered inventory strategy to buffer against supply chain disruption.” “I predict we will see a greater adoption of automated tools assisting, rather than replacing, humans in specific roles within our supply chains: warehouse, manufacturing and distribution.” Warehouse Operations
Unleashed
AUGUST 11, 2020
Effective inventory management is crucial to reducing costs in any manufacturing business. The right software will also improve operational processes, boost warehouse efficiency and reduce waste. Why your food inventory management system is going stale. Inventory management.
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