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How Can CIOs Accelerate Supply Chain Transformation? Think Less Planning, More Real-Time Decision-Making

Logistics Viewpoints

So why are so many still falling short of OTIF targets (and other key metrics)? But to verify the “in full” part, your real-time transportation solution needs to be connected to warehousing, inventory, fulfillment and order management. The post How Can CIOs Accelerate Supply Chain Transformation?

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Mars Wrigley’s Highly Successful Supply Chain Digital Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

Mars has been on a journey to transform their digital supply chain. In 2019, Will Beery was appointed the vice president and tasked with leading the company’s global digital supply chain transformation. Mr. Beery concluded that the best transformation projects would be, one, improved supply chain planning.

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Target’s Margins Improve Even As Digital Sales Explode: How Is That Even Possible?

Logistics Viewpoints

Finally, inventory accuracy can never be as high in a store as in a warehouse. Shouldn’t logistics expenses be scaling in a way that would decrease margins? Target admits logistics costs are increasing. ” That is why warehouse automation has been a critical part of the retailer’s transformation.

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How Automotive Companies Are Transforming Their Supply Chains, Part 2

BlueYonder

To go through business transformation successfully, I believe change management is the first key success factor. Having executive management support and enterprise-wide communication on why the company is embarking on this initiative of transforming processes, people, and metrics is really key.

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Supply Chain Digital Transformation 101: 8 Ways to Transform Your Supply Chain

ShipBob

Online retailers who have embraced digital supply chain transformation did so to combat common logistics challenges that came to a head during the pandemic. This article offers a roadmap in how to move forward with supply chain digital transformation, and how partnering with a 3PL like ShipBob can help. .

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Podcast: Marcia Williams on Supply Chain Optimization and Digital Transformation

Requis

No one seemed to know exactly what it was, but I found out that Michigan State ran one of the strongest supply chain programs in the country, so I applied and was accepted. Dr. David Closs runs the program now, but when I was a student he was teaching logistics. I use finance to show the value.

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The Pressure is Rising for CPG Companies to Improve Order Delivery Performance

Aera Technology

The Losing Battle to Improve OTIF Companies have invested millions in technology in attempts to optimize the dueling supply chain dynamics that drive OTIF. Yet because those systems are typically disconnected silos, CPG manufacturers still lack the holistic view of the supply chain they need. Real-time recommendations.