QAD

AUGUST 17, 2023

That doesn’t mean I haven’t packed in plenty of time to soak up the sun or prepare for my next trail half marathon, but I’ve also been busy catching up on my reading and hope you have, too. and a new set of tools being delivered into the hands of manufacturers via QAD Redzone. Click here to listen to the full episode.

Supply Chain Software 92

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Strategy 92

QAD

MARCH 14, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed existing vulnerabilities in our supply chains and new ones are taking shape all the time, yet taking a proactive approach to current and future risks can be difficult due to a lack of top-down support, incoming talent who frankly aren’t familiar with risk management, and poorly defined processes.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 78

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 78

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

These firms facilitate the movement of parts and materials from suppliers to manufacturers, and finished products from manufacturers to distributors and retailers.”. Ruan White Paper: Selecting the Right 3PL Partner. Prior to joining Ruan, Marty gained valuable experience working at other carriers and at large shippers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Warehousing 130

Logility

JULY 31, 2013

The apparel industry uniquely combines the characteristics of make-to-stock manufacturing with consumer-driven fashion volatility which can lead to a forecasting nightmare. Speaking with several supply chain executives in the apparel industry, attribute-based SKU-level forecasting is not just difficult; it is often impossible.

Apparel 101

Apparel Manufacturing Forecasting Supply and Demand 101

Logility

JANUARY 22, 2019

These are just a few of the challenges apparel manufacturers and retailers must overcome to operate at peak performance and compete in today’s dynamic market. Create a Timely and Accurate “One-Number” Plan. To reduce stock-outs and markdowns apparel manufacturers and retailers must improve their in-season performance.

Supply Chain Design Software 113

Supply Chain Design Software Apparel Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software 113

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 13, 2018

The value in blockchain for logistics is about more than just retaining information. reports DHL, and for shippers, this amounts to a possible number of trucking contacts just as high. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER. This ensures validation of product, order, and shipping data in real-time.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 121

Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies 121

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

In a previous guest blog, The Rodon Group along with Rethink Robotics wrote, titled " Can Robots + Humans = The Ideal Workforce in Manufacturing? ": Robots such as Baxter can also help companies save money and increase productivity. An Interview with Rodney Brooks of Rethink Robotics about the Changing of Manufacturing.

Buyer Training 120

Buyer Training Modeling Software Manufacturing Demand Planning Software 120

GlobalTranz

APRIL 11, 2018

Hence, it is only when we reflect on the past do we truly understand just how beneficial technology has been to certain key aspects of the process of strategic supply chain management. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Logistics Network Optimization Software Scenario Planning 151

GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2018

Moreover, third parties can define market trends with greater precision and accuracy than companies that are just starting down the path toward omnichannel sales. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Omnichannel Analytics Software 138

QAD

OCTOBER 17, 2023

As we move from the leisurely days of summer to fall and peak demand season, I’m reminded that the automotive supply chain is changing just as rapidly as the seasons do. Episode #37: Roadmap to Auto Supply Chain Success In the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success.

Supply Chain Design Software 97

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design 97

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Spurred by the record-breaking growth of e-commerce and rising labor costs, robots can have a very positive impact in distribution centers when implemented correctly.

Distribution 179

Distribution Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies 179

DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 23, 2023

Digital transformation remains a top priority for manufacturers in 2023. Yet, despite the movement entailing increased automation and less human intervention (in theory), manufacturing personnel are still essential to transformation. The four dimensions of the manufacturing labor crisis The U.S.

Modeling Software 156

Modeling Software Buyer Training Manufacturing Price Mitigation Strategies 156

QAD

MAY 30, 2023

To learn more about our philosophy and the foundation for our interviews, check out our Delivering on the Promise of Delivery white paper discussing our vision, “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” It’s an exciting time to be part of the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain, but the space isn’t without challenges.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 97

synchrono

JUNE 4, 2018

Managing operations through multiple manufacturing systems can be challenging, but it’s a daily reality for many manufacturers. For instance, one facility might operate in a make-to-stock mode and the other in a make-to-order mode even though they manufacture the same types of products for the same customers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 80

Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Inventory Management Software Modeling Software 80

Jaggaer

JANUARY 14, 2020

In many manufacturing and direct materials companies, procurement teams place heavy emphasis on optimizing their raw materials purchasing, while neglecting the indirect business spend that’s necessary to keep their office running. For manufacturing companies, this is often the indirect spend that keeps the business functioning.

Material Savings 40

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Negotiating Skills 40

Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

Marketplaces such as Alibaba’s Tmall, caters to suppliers and manufacturers. The internet giant may have started off in a garage, focusing on indexing the world’s information, but Google has since become famous for other experiments it runs, from automated cars to i nternet routers on weather balloons. But first, some background.

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Gartner Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 120

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 16, 2024

This dashes any hopes by Boeing and impacted airlines for a timely remedy and resolution of the suspected loose bolts holding the door plug. Inside Boeing’s Manufacturing Mess ( Paid subscription ), was far reaching in the implications of the latest incident. These costs do not vanish merely because the work itself is out-of-sight. ”

Alaska 52

Alaska Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2018

That then allows us to create more of that kind of content so our award-winning blog This year we will feature the top blog posts by page views in the following categories: Manufacturing , Logistics , Freight , and the Supply Chain. We will also feature our top white papers of the year, Talking Freight. Share This: Read More.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 192

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Third Party Logistics Predictive Analytics Software 192

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Leverage your supplier management for maximum benefit with the white paper: How to Achieve Holistic Supplier Management. Leverage your supplier management for maximum benefit with the white paper: How to Achieve Holistic Supplier Management. With which suppliers do you focus your limited time and energy?

Negotiating Skills 103

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills 103

Freightos

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

At the time it was called a much less sexy “stereolithography.” ” Today, almost 20% of manufacturers and retailers use 3D printing in some way, shape or form. Prior to the container, general cargo was a general mess, requiring a veritable Tetris game every time a ship was loaded. Technology is changing.

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logility

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Being a supply chain guy as well as a dad, I got to thinking about the challenges manufacturers of durable goods now face (Read more about these challenges in the white paper: Five Supply Chain Threats Facing the Consumer Durable Goods Industry ). Our daughter will be studying Psychology and Spanish.

Optimal Sourcing 127

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Forecasting Purchasing Skills 127

GlobalTranz

APRIL 9, 2018

Given that you’re part of a network of providers, vendors, transporters and managers, the impact of just one weak link in the supply chain cybersecurity “chain of custody” can be significant. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

Pharmaceutical 183

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Guidelines 183

synchrono

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Lean Manufacturing relies heavily on trusted relationships with suppliers and pre-negotiated terms of engagement. Items such as negotiated lead times, packaged quantities, order receipt confirmations, and advanced shipment notices must all be specifically spelled out. Ensuring supplier performance. Eliminating inventory waste.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Demand Planning Software Optimization Software 40

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Mobile points of sale…and delivery : It’s not just cash registers. Mobile points of sale…and delivery : It’s not just cash registers. And yes, it’s not just size; technology plays a key role in keeping those ships operating. Augmented Reality : Google Glass is just the beginning.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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

Logility

OCTOBER 11, 2016

For more than 50 years, organizations have invested time and money adopting the principles of Lean (while originated at Toyota Corporation for manufacturing operations, the principles of Lean have since spread to many types of businesses and functional areas). The goals of JIT are aligned with the goals of supply chain planning.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 102

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Lean Supply Chain Planning 102

ivalua

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

If you happen to be a strategic sourcing professional within the manufacturing industry, you probably are experiencing many challenging days at the office. And the C-suite knows just who to come see and hold responsible when such events occur. And the C-suite knows just who to come see and hold responsible when such events occur.

Manufacturing Procurement 124

Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Sourcing Gartner 124

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2015

Unrecovered claims have a direct impact upon the bottom line of a company—and the tougher the economic times and thinner the margins the greater the impact. For most retailers, manufacturers, and distributors, the transportation function is an unwanted headache—and claims represent a migraine. Freight Claims in Plain English.

Freight 120

Freight 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Education 120

QAD

JANUARY 20, 2022

Lean thinking has promoted a period where manufacturing leaders have continuously improved operations, focusing on this objective. OEMs are now bypassing the Tier-1 suppliers that have traditionally handled semiconductor supply and are developing relationships directly with the manufacturers. to jointly manufacture chips.

Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 94

QAD

JULY 15, 2021

While the collaboration amongst manufacturers both within the life sciences domain and across the ecosystem was truly admirable, the question that now remains is what happens next? Are manufacturers ready for the next disruption? . Post-Pandemic Recommendations for Life Sciences Manufacturers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 96

QAD

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

We’ll be back soon with more interviews that reflect the best practices featured in our Delivering on the Promise of Delivery white paper discussing our vision, “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” Explore Episodes You’ve Missed We took some time off for the holidays and hope you were able to, as well. We can help.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Strategy Automotive 96

USC Consulting Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

The food and beverage manufacturing industry is facing labor shortages. Time and time again, clients have come to us after trying to “buy their way to profitability” through large capital investments in technology and automation, only to see that profitability disappear because of high overhead costs of those upgrades.

Buyer Training 40

Buyer Training Food Manufacturing Material Savings 40

Logility

APRIL 24, 2017

The hours spent verifying the data, entering the overrides and then deciding whether you really want those overrides to affect the resultant forecast that drives purchasing and manufacturing decisions can quickly consume all of your “spare” time. Just a few include: "I need to spend my time selling."

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Supply and Demand 100

Intelligent Audit

JUNE 15, 2021

An ongoing shortage in semiconductor supply is making vehicle manufacturing much more difficult across the globe. This bottleneck makes it difficult for automotive shipping manufacturers to ramp up production as much as possible. First, the auto industry has recovered more quickly than expected as consumers are buying more vehicles.

Automotive 52

Automotive Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Intelligent Audit

JUNE 15, 2021

An ongoing shortage in semiconductor supply is making vehicle manufacturing much more difficult across the globe. Limited Amount of Semiconductors Reduces Ability to Finish Manufacturing and Creates Additional Supply Chain Bottlenecks. Why Semiconductors Are Still in Short Supply.

Automotive 52

Automotive Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 23, 2022

For instance, Biais and Durand explained how developers could purchase materials directly from manufacturers using cryptocurrencies through platforms without high fees or unnecessary risk. Just like France, China is also involved in making trades in a secure and efficient trading platform, you can visit the website for more info.

Supply Chain Network Software 86

Supply Chain Network Software Industrial Industry France 86

Logility

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Lean success requires eliminating waste and wasteful practices, reducing costs and cutting lead times, while synchronizing all partners and activities in the value chain. Just like my need for different lenses, a business needs different tools to effectively manage operational, tactical, and strategic planning processes.

S&OP 103

S&OP Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Waste Reduction 103

USC Consulting Group

JULY 21, 2020

There are many phrases that come to mind when one thinks of the coronavirus pandemic: terms like “social distancing,” “new normal,” and “flatten the curve” are just a small handful. ” Manufacturers experience supply chain disruption. . ” Manufacturers experience supply chain disruption.

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