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ToolsGroup Improves Supply Chain Visibility, Usability, and Power in the Mid-Year Enhancements To SO99+

ToolsGroup

JULY 5, 2023

With the release of v8.61, ToolsGroup enhances transparency and accuracy while increasing the power of SO99’s forecasting engine with expanded capabilities that now deliver: Automated New Product Introduction (NPI) Suggestions which automatically identify anomalies within NPI forecasts and recommend scenarios to most effectively address them.

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CEO Inna Kuznetsova Named a 2022 Women in Supply Chain Award Winner

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

20, 2022 — ToolsGroup , a global leader in AI-driven retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce that CEO Inna Kuznetsova has been selected as a recipient of the Supply & Demand Chain Executive 2022 Women in Supply Chain award. About ToolsGroup. BOSTON — Sept.

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ToolsGroup’s Michael Haiber and Stefano Novati Named Supply & Demand Chain Executive “Pros to Know” for 2021

ToolsGroup

MARCH 17, 2021

BOSTON, March 17, 2021 – ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, is proud to announce that ToolsGroup Director of Professional Services for Europe, Michael Haiber, and Vice President of Professional Services, Stefano Novati, were both named 2021 “Pros to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine.

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Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech- October 10 2023

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Technology providers included in this update include Amazon Web Services, Loop, Certa, Consolidated Chassis Management and ToolsGroup. Chicago based Loop was founded in 2021 when many businesses struggled with added logistics disruption brought about be the Covid-19 global pandemic. Morgan Growth Equity Partners and Index Ventures.

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ToolsGroup Congratulates Three Customer Recipients of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2021 Women in Supply Chain Award

ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

It began with optimizing the use of ToolsGroup supply chain planning software to improve RAJA’s customer service levels. She continued her transformative work by optimizing transportation management, diversifying suppliers, and allocating shipments to provide the highest customer service at the lowest cost to the company.

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The New Normal: Predictions for Retail in 2021

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

In episode six of Be Ready for Anything, ToolsGroup’s Pre-Sales Manager for Europe, Birger Klinke, talks about what retailers should expect in 2021 and how they can leverage probabilistic forecasting and automation to adjust to a changing marketplace. Check out the video below. Or listen and follow on Spotify. Transcript.

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Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Covid-19’s Ripple Effect Continues + 5 Changes Needed for 2022

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 20, 2021

I’ve worked in the supply chain for 30+ years, working for major retailers including Kmart, Michaels and Five Below, as well as on the 3PL and logistics side with companies including FedEx, where I was Vice President of Global Transportation, and UPS, where I worked as Vice President of Supply Chain Design. Image source: Bloomberg.

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Digital Supply Chain Transformation Still in Early Stages

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

” However, staff members at Material Handling & Logistics (MH&L) provide support for Mortson’s assertion. They report, “Only 7% of companies are reaping the benefits of digital transformation of supply chain planning, according to a new study by ToolsGroup and Spinnaker.” ” Banker is correct.

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Keeping It Local: How Shorter Supply Chains Impact Supply Chain Planning

ToolsGroup

JULY 24, 2019

Global supply chains boomed thanks to bountiful cheap labor, dramatically less expensive communications, and lower-cost transportation. And this low cost fostered a mentality of incremental thinking with mid-level managers focused on squeezing out 1-2% a year in cost savings through sourcing, says Pete Guarraia of Bain consultancy. .

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2022 Forecast: Supply Chains Become Critical Infrastructure

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

This is not just my personal observation but the consensus of leading financial experts around the world who are regularly briefed by manufacturers, logistics providers and retailers. You can read more about it in the FT , CNBC , and many other sources or listen to Goldman Sachs’ podcast. Image source: New York Times.

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Retail Returns: The Key to Driving Business Growth

ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Returns come with plenty of challenges around logistics, inventory, and predicting volatile sales trends. Department of Commerce International Trade Commission , the percentage of retail sales sourced from ecommerce is predicted to increase into 2024–well beyond the lockdowns that caused the initial rise in ecommerce spend.

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Supply Chain Planning in Emerging Markets: Four Points to Remember

ToolsGroup

MARCH 5, 2019

And while each market can be unique, we found a few repeating themes in our own experience and from sources including Gartner and our customers Procter and Gamble (P&G) and Cipla Medpro. We are faced with immense logistical difficulties that range from unpaved roads to armed bandits.”. Here’s what we found: 1. Transfer taxes.

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Top 6 Predictions for Supply Chain Planning in 2021 and Beyond

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 13, 2021

We’ve found our customers are urgently seeking ways to better plan around supply chain demand volatility and improve how they source materials and products from suppliers. We hope you enjoy the blog, which represents predictions and observations from across our global ToolsGroup community. Here’s to a healthy and prosperous year ahead!

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100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Source: Consultancy.UK. Image source: Fortune.

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The Top 15 Retail Trends for 2022

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Data source: eMarketer. And based on Placer Lab’s data , the investment looks promising, with monthly 2021 monthly in-store visits up across the board in comparison to 2019: Image source: Placer.ai. Image source: Bring Me the News. Data source: First Insights. eCommerce Purchases and “The New Normal” Retail Categories.

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Only as Good as Your Data: Why Supply Chain Digital Twins Require Real-Time Data Unification

ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

With the advent of true “single source of truth” inventory visibility , a digital twin is a more feasible goal than ever before. They ingest information like transportation plans or shipment delays and model the implications of unexpected events. Digital Twin Applications For instance, say you’re a manufacturer or distributor.

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Amazon Prime’s Price Increase: What it Means for Retail (And Why I’m Rethinking My Subscription)

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

In its official earnings release , Amazon Prime’s vice president Jamil Ghani cited “the continued expansion of Prime member benefits as well as the rise in wages and transportation costs” as the reason for the price increase. ” Sourcing and retaining talent has also led to offering its employees increased pay.

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Avoid “Lost in Translation”. Monetize S&OP to Include Finance.

ToolsGroup

JULY 11, 2017

It’s a problem of “lost in translation”—the differing lingo used by the finance side versus planning, supply, production and logistics. 3-9% reduction in transportation costs as a percentage of sales (overhead costs and profitability). The language of finance is numbers, but they’re different numbers than the ones used by supply chain.

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White Paper: Improving Forecast Accuracy - Supply Chain Digest

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Lean Manufacturng Overview Presentation - Supply Chain Digest

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Inventory Optimization Case Study: O'Reilly Auto Parts

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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White Paper Supply Chain Performance Management

Supply Chain Digest

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Lean Manufacturing White Paper - Supply Chain Digest

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

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Supply Chain Digest

MAY 8, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 31, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Lean Manufacturing White Paper: A Holistic Approach to Lean

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 30, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

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Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 29, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Reader Question: Reducing Sort Lanes to Reduce DC Costs

Supply Chain Digest

JANUARY 29, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

MARCH 6, 2009

Global Logistics. Transportation Management Syst. Wireless in Logistics. Lean Logistics. ToolsGroup. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. or Search by TOPIC. Select Topic. Bar Coding/Label Printing. ERP Systems.

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This Week In Supply Chain Management Tech- June 14 2022

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 14, 2022

Included in this June 14, 2022 edition are updates featuring the following providers: ToolsGroup and Onera. ToolsGroup Acquires Onera. San Francisco -based Onera provides retail technology that connects inventory across siloed systems and transforms them into a single, real-time source of inventory status. GreyOrange.

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Customers and Analysts Recognize ToolsGroup as a Supply Chain and Retail Planning Leader

ToolsGroup

JULY 6, 2023

ToolsGroup has a long history of innovating with our customers in mind. It’s also why so many of our customers are eager to share their supply chain success – and have even won awards of their own in partnership with ToolsGroup! ToolsGroup has also been named a FeaturedCustomers 2023 Top Rated Software and Hot 100 Vendor.

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Supply Chain Planning in the Digital Age

Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Jeff Bodenstab, Marketing Vice President at ToolsGroup, asserts, “This model has withstood the test of time in depicting what highly evolved planning looks like. 1] Jeff Bodenstab, “ ‘Digital Transformation’ and Supply Chain Planning ,” ToolsGroup Blog , 15 May 2018. [2] ”[1]. Footnotes. [1]

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What Caused the Baby Formula Shortage + 7 Ways Consumers and Companies are Coping

ToolsGroup

MAY 18, 2022

Data also shows that half of US states are experiencing out-of-stock rates between 40% and 50%: Image source: Flipboard. Image source: Sturgis Journal. Image source: MTL Blog. Image source: FDA . Data source: Datasembly. What’s Causing the Baby Formula Shortage? Code on the container contains K8, SH, or Z2, and.

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Supply Chain Planning in a VUCA World

Enterra Insights

JULY 28, 2022

Nevertheless, notes Lora Cecere ( @lcecere ), founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights, over the past seven decades, supply chain planning has rested on three assumptions: Logistics is available; supply chain variability is low and controllable; and government policies are rational.[2] Logistics is available. ” Assumption 2.

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ToolsGroup Improves Supply Chain Visibility, Usability, and Power in the Mid-Year Enhancements To SO99+

CEO Inna Kuznetsova Named a 2022 Women in Supply Chain Award Winner

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ToolsGroup Congratulates Three Customer Recipients of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2021 Women in Supply Chain Award

The New Normal: Predictions for Retail in 2021

Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Covid-19’s Ripple Effect Continues + 5 Changes Needed for 2022

Digital Supply Chain Transformation Still in Early Stages

Keeping It Local: How Shorter Supply Chains Impact Supply Chain Planning

2022 Forecast: Supply Chains Become Critical Infrastructure

Retail Returns: The Key to Driving Business Growth

Supply Chain Planning in Emerging Markets: Four Points to Remember

Top 6 Predictions for Supply Chain Planning in 2021 and Beyond

100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

The Top 15 Retail Trends for 2022

Only as Good as Your Data: Why Supply Chain Digital Twins Require Real-Time Data Unification

Amazon Prime’s Price Increase: What it Means for Retail (And Why I’m Rethinking My Subscription)

Avoid “Lost in Translation”. Monetize S&OP to Include Finance.

White Paper: Improving Forecast Accuracy - Supply Chain Digest

Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

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Inventory Optimization Case Study: O'Reilly Auto Parts

Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

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Reader Question: Reducing Sort Lanes to Reduce DC Costs

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