Cathy Roberson

APRIL 6, 2022

Despite the number of visibility tools available on the market today, “lack of visibility” continues to be a common complaint in the supply chain market. Are today’s visibility tools missing something? What's missing, if anything, from visibility tools?” But what exactly is visibility? Plus #warehouse.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Forecasting Software 52

GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

Inventory measurement is critical and it is money after all in that it took a capital expense to procure. Transportation is measured just as a cost rather than what it does for the rest of the organization. Other areas to consider measuring as it relates to transportation: Managing inventory. Read more. . Read more. .

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Performance Metrics Supply Chain Software 120

GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

Then, the team assigns responsibility for the action required to reach the desired solution. When Lean culture takes hold, the teams are self-managed, managers are no longer reactionary, and they become strategic, proactive thinkers providing sustainable solutions. Practices and learns how to apply Lean tools. that has no end.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Lean Sustainability 120

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Why Procurement Transformation Can Fail! The duties of procurement managers are diverse, ranging from creating solicitations to collaborating with vendors. The importance of digital procurement is increasing rapidly. Along with cost savings, procurement managers are focusing on optimizing and automating processes.

Optimal Sourcing 19

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 19

ShipBob

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Where you get these from, or how you source them, can be a huge decision. Sourcing can seem overwhelming if you’re a brand or retail buyer not entirely sure what you’re doing, but it can significantly impact the quality, cost, and availability of your products. What is strategic sourcing? What is procurement?

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Material Savings 52

SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2022

eAuctions are online real-time dynamic discussions between one purchasing organization and a group of pre-qualified vendors competing for the purchaser’s trade. Throughout a genuine and collaborative cooperation with business vendors, they produce innovative approaches to current procurement difficulties.

Vendor Strategies 138

Vendor Strategies Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Purchasing Skills 138

Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

There are two things Boeing and Airbus have in common, utilization of lean manufacturing system and strategic sourcing concept. However, the overall implementation of strategic sourcing is a bit different between the two companies. Managing transportation at this scale is the absolute challenge. However, products go to over 2.4

Case Study 239

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 17, 2024

They can also be in charge of mapping out logistics for transporting the supply and fulfilling orders. A logistics resource planner coordinates workers and transport fleets to fulfill customers’ orders. They are in charge of purchasing, procurement, and sourcing. Planners do exactly that.

Negotiating Skills 69

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement 69

Precoro

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

After all, a clear picture of the company's procurement process is necessary to develop a sustainable future strategy and to avoid pitfalls that hold your business back. Spend analysis involves spend visibility , spending review , and procurement process improvement. The answer is simple: spend analysis.

Analysis 52

Analysis Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 52

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. Supply chain planning involves interaction with different types of information based on internal and external data sources. This includes internal and external data sources.

Supply Chain Planning Software 261

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Modeling 261

Unleashed

MARCH 9, 2021

What is procurement? In simple terms business procurement is the process of locating and acquiring goods and services from external sources for the business to use. Procurement activities include planning, sourcing, and negotiation, along with risk management, legal and value analysis.

Procurement Analytics 104

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Material Savings 104

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. We started the series first by " 9 Key Topics to Understand to Frame A Shipper’s Mind for Effective KPI Management with a 3PL."

Case Study 120

Case Study KPI Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 120

6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

. “In our company what has worked best is what we call, the magic formula, the software + method…” . Choose software that facilitates the valuation and control of permanent inventories based on inputs or outputs, with automated stock alerts, that is versatile and independent of the type of business.

Cost Reduction Strategies 56

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings Warehousing 56

SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2022

Also, traditional logistics focuses its attention on activities such as procurement , distribution, maintenance, and inventory management. The First: The Transportation Era (1950s). The Fourth: Transportation, Deregulation, Physical Distribution and Business Logistics (1980s). The 1950s – The Transportation Era. .

Supply Chain Planning Software 131

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 131

ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

With their ability to handle mass data, AI driven tools can prove to be highly effective in inventory management. AI-based automated tools can ensure smarter planning and efficient warehouse management, which can enhance worker and material safety. ENHANCED SAFETY. The cost of training. 2) INTELLIGENT DECISION-MAKING.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 98

Talking Logistics

JULY 22, 2014

Is it data visualization, business intelligence, and analytics, or is it a collaboration tool used to connect your trading partners and suppliers? This means you have to design a supply chain visibility solution around your trading partners and suppliers. What is your definition of supply chain visibility?

Supply Chain Design Software 172

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility 172

QAD

OCTOBER 5, 2021

the latest version of QAD’s next generation ERP solution that includes the Adaptive User Experience (UX) and the QAD Enterprise Platform. We are also excited to unveil updates to other areas in the QAD Adaptive Applications solution portfolio. In addition, more detailed KPIs are available for improved decision making.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 97

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Unilever has sustainability at the very heart of its business model, extending all the way through the supply chain from distribution to procurement. For example, by 2020, Unilever expects to sustainably source 100% of its raw materials, even those used for packaging. The Sustainability Drive. Health and safety.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software Gartner 40

6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% transportation network and other logistics challenges. trillion and motor carrier costs rose 10.1%

Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Material Savings Inventory Reduction 98

Supply Chain Management and Analytics

MARCH 5, 2021

Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. Supply chain planning involves interaction with different types of information based on internal and external data sources. This includes internal and external data sources.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Modeling 52

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The company was replenishing dealers’ inventory weekly, using direct shipment and cross-docking operations from source warehouses located near Deere & Company’s manufacturing facilities. While inexpensive in itself, the solution cost around six minutes every time an employee had to locate a unit in the yard.

Cost Reduction Strategies 54

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 54

Arkieva

MARCH 29, 2016

We can also reducing lead times by providing excess capacity or by using faster transportation modes. On the Cost side, we primarily think of operational costs like purchasing cost, manufacturing cost, logistics cost, etc. If by sourcing from Asia we double our safety stock, we also double the yearly carrying cost. Figure 8.

Cost Reduction Strategies 60

Cost Reduction Strategies Purchasing Skills Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning 60

Zipline Logistics

JUNE 30, 2020

We will define some of the most prevalent in transportation for those of you who have ever found yourself confused by the terminology. Typically, it accounts for the planning of demand, production, distribution, and transportation. Air Freight — Transportation of products via air transportation methods.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Strategy 52

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

Correcting poor network design is one of those supply chain basics to which there might not be a simple solution. All inbound shipments should be checked against delivery documentation and purchase orders. Inventory management begins with sourcing and cuts across purchasing and logistics functions.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 40

ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This piece will unveil the top 18 supply chain analytics solutions currently shaking up the market. These aren’t just tools but potential game-changers for your bottom line in the long run. What is Supply Chain Analytics Software? So, what features should you look for in your supply chain analytics tool?

Prescriptive Analytics Software 52

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

ThroughPut

MAY 23, 2019

Development cycles for new models have also been compressed by aspiring entrants, both new and foreign, while with Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates now download new features, functionality, and refined interfaces to existing cars and trucks regularly and without a trip to the dealer, nor a new model upgrade.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Automotive 40