The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

When I joined the profession 3 decades ago, as a newly minted engineer, supply chain folks were seen as ‘backroom boys’ (yes, there were virtually no women then). We were expected to stay in our silos and focus on ‘making, packing, shipping’ flawlessly. But took the blame when supply disruptions affected the business.

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Singapore Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Asia 130

QAD

JANUARY 9, 2024

One example is parcel and non-production shipping. If you manufacture or distribute dual-use goods or controlled substances, this is even more important. A robust transportation execution solution will create and maintain an audit trail for all your shipping and compliance documentation.

Global 98

Global Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies Demand Planning Software 98

Demand Solutions

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Over my next few articles, I’ll share some tips on the kinds of resolutions you can put in place to get your supply chain performance back on track in 2015. Of course, if your supply chain is already humming, then these tips can help you achieve even greater levels of performance.

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Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Scenario Planning 190

ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

From a manufacturing perspective, logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. The challenge – For a manufacturer, inventory acts as a foundation for a successful and efficient supply chain.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

From a manufacturing perspective, logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. The challenge – For a manufacturer, inventory acts as a foundation for a successful and efficient supply chain.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

ThroughPut

APRIL 10, 2020

From a manufacturing perspective, logistics management software facilitates effective planning of the supply chain itself and implementation of the final delivery to the end consumers. The challenge – For a manufacturer, inventory acts as a foundation for a successful and efficient supply chain.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 28, 2020

A Hard Look at Corporate Performance. Strangely, in the last decade, while companies had the opportunity to use technology better, supply chain performance declined. Only four percent of companies compared to their peer groups improved balance sheet performance of growth, operating margin, and inventory turns.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Supply Chain Performance over the Period of March 2020 to July 2022. Supply chain leaders self-assessment of performance during the pandemic period of March 2020-through July 2022. Inventory Is an Egregious Symptom of Supply Chains Gone Wrong. Lack of Accounting for Supply Variability.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 7, 2023

Supply Constraints : Mapping and modeling of all relevant supply chain constraints like shipping/receiving calendars, supply lots, order frequency, order constraints, and replenishment dates. Intelligent decision making at the speed of business transforms supply chain performance. release HERE.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

As of January 1, 2022, it was taking a company an average of 73 days to deliver goods to truck or rail carriers after booking with an ocean carrier and completing the cross-ocean journey, according to E2open’s Ocean Shipping Index. And companies at every stage of the supply chain have inflated their prices as demand exceeds supply.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 12, 2020

Only 29% of manufacturers easily manage total cost trade-offs. Total cost analysis is more difficult than it sounds and most technology implementations automated functional measurement systems (manufacturing or procurement), but leave the organization blind on the management of total costs. The reason? Assa Abloy AB, BorgWarner Inc.,

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Gartner Supply Chain Software Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement 235

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

It has been further spurred by the trend of nearshoring over the last decade, as American companies have relocated their manufacturing facilities to Mexico to take advantage of a skilled workforce, improving infrastructure, and proximity to the United States. Bills of lading for U.S.-Mexico It will start with the U.S.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Causes of Stock Loss Sources of stock loss can include: Incorrect part movement Scrap with parts being dropped and damaged Shipping inaccuracy from warehouses and suppliers Manual mistakes in the processes Supplier performance Inaccurate forecasting Split shipments can also cause issues.

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Manufacturing Procurement How To Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software 96

ModusLink Corporation

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Consider global container shipping rates. Ocean shipping rates will remain high and unpredictable until the end of 2023, compared to pre-pandemic years, so shippers need to adjust and find new ways to succeed. Shippers should invest in technologies that enhance supply chain visibility, automation, and efficiency.

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Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 78

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 21, 2021

In supply chain, simply observing your entire supply chain in action to assess it is not possible, but with data and a reliable performance management system like The Owl, you can at-least have a real-time view of your supply chain performance through KPIs and metrics. Total Supply Chain Cost.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement 98

SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

This might involve optimizing inventory levels, negotiating better deals with suppliers, or implementing just-in-time manufacturing techniques. This includes implementing lean manufacturing principles and utilizing advanced planning software, so businesses can optimize production processes and minimize waste. Get your guide now!

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Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Material Savings 74

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 6, 2024

In February of 2021, Supply Chain Matters highlighted a memorandum of understanding with global contract manufacturing provider Foxconn Technology for volume production. Shipping new vehicles from Austria to the U.S. market also comes with logistical challenges, hence the stated need for a U.S. based dealer network.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Disruptions were brought about not only by the persistent and recurring spread of Covid -19 infections globally, but also significant storms and natural disasters, a one-week blockage of one of world’s most transited shipping canals, followed by complete disarray among global shipping schedules. seen as a likely alternative.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 52

Supply Chain Digest

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Green Supply Chain. Lean Manufacturing/Supply Chai. Manufacturing Technology. Parcel Shipping. Retail Supply Chain. Supply Chain Agility/Flexibili. Content Being Accessed: White Paper Supply Chain Performance Management. Distribution/Centers. ERP Systems.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

This week, the company announced a reversal in manufacturing and supply chain strategy, as well as a major turnabout. The company will henceforth outsource the manufacturing of its stationary exercise bikes and treadmills to a Taiwan based contract manufacturer. Pivot Toward Internal Manufacturing Presence.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2018

To gain insights on that question and more, Adelante SCM and BluJay Solutions conducted a web survey of supply chain and logistics professionals in March 2018. A total of 137 respondents completed the survey from Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics Service Provider, and other companies in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

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Logility

AUGUST 25, 2020

Failed SCM implementation causes shipping errors. WMS failure causes Adidas to under ship by 20%. Their supply chains must be flexible and responsive to customer and market needs. Management must be cognizant of issues of procurement, manufacturing, inventory, and distribution that impact satisfaction and loyalty.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

We will need to continue to watch several factors, like the shared labor pool with manufacturing, oil and gas extraction, housing, immigration policy, and wage increases to truly understand if the labor increase will stick. Dedication to a strategy can contribute to differentiating a company’s supply chain performance and customer experience.

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Elementum

MARCH 20, 2018

Now beyond the point of being mere buzzwords, these technologies are actively transforming the landscape of logistics and manufacturing networks across the globe. By linking networks of physical goods with sensors and software, IoT allows manufacturers to freely exchange data between their products and their internal systems.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software 79

Logility

MAY 28, 2020

It’s not unusual to have dozens of organizations involved in providing a product or service, including suppliers, manufacturers, logistics partners, wholesalers, retailers and the end consumer. In short, SCDM can help your supply chain organization: Ensure optimal inventory to meet customer service goals and SLA’s.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Data Management 131

CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

We will need to continue to watch several factors, like the shared labor pool with manufacturing, oil and gas extraction, housing, immigration policy, and wage increases to truly understand if the labor increase will stick. Dedication to a strategy can contribute to differentiating a company’s supply chain performance and customer experience.

Trends 36

Trends Shipping Price Reduction Modeling 36

Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

”[5] They add, “Whereas retailers once purchased merchandise largely based on the gut instinct of trend-savvy buyers and the push of whatever manufacturers tried to sell them, nowadays, they need to take a much more customer-focused and data-centered approach.

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Retail Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software ToolsGroup 130

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 21, 2022

entities as opposed to foreign owned entities such as global shipping and logistics companies. E-commerce shipping volumes grew by 10 percent to $871 billion, representing 13 percent of U.S. This year’s report was far more candid in depicting the threats and challenges stemming from the ocean shipping segment. Ocean Transport.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Analytics Report Inventory Reduction 52

Enterra Insights

JANUARY 5, 2022

According to the Flat World Global Solutions staff, “Labor deficits, raw material shortages and e-commerce businesses driving up demand are all leading to increased shipping and transportation prices.” For example, the price to ship a container skyrocketed. For example, the price to ship a container skyrocketed.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 2023

In fact, 70% of the CEOs believe that supply chain is really critical to their business success. What is top of mind for them is what the impact is going to be after a disruption and can their operations ship the products to their customers on time.

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ShipBob

APRIL 26, 2023

In an ecommerce business, supply chain performance is one of the key factors affecting the performance of the business as a whole. If the supply chain isn’t moving as seamlessly as it should, it could cause disruptions further down the line, and even result in delivery delays and customer disappointment.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning 52

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The Wall Street Journal reported this week (Paid subscription or metered view) that ocean container freight rates related to the most active global shipping lanes continue to decline amid what is traditionally considered the peak shipping period leading up to the holiday fulfillment season in the November-December period.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

Once upon a time, the world of manufacturing was a relatively stable place. But then, supply chain disruption became the rule instead of the exception, consumers changed their tastes as often as their socks, and global competition started playing hardball. So how does a manufacturer navigate this rollercoaster?

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Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 294

Zipline Logistics

MARCH 9, 2021

Excelling at transportation to retailers is a component that all cosmetic manufacturers can master to reduce costs and increase operational efficiency. It just takes the right strategy to find supply chain synergies that can help brands master their cosmetic logistics functions. Why Work with a Specialized Logistics Provider .

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Vendor Strategies Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction 52

DELMIA Quintiq

JANUARY 14, 2016

Given that it took place in Japan, I imagined quite an animated discussion around making another leap in the manufacturing of things. A tire manufacturer supplying to the mining industry provided a similar example of sensors reading and reporting on tire thread status. The silos have their own capacity sensors.

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Internet of things Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Software 120

RFgen

MARCH 16, 2023

On-time orders that are error-free lead to higher customer satisfaction and improved supply chain performance. Order processing: Verifying order details, checking inventory availability, and coordinating with suppliers and manufacturers to fulfill the order.

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Supply Chain Software Inventory Management Software Modeling Optimization Software 52

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 3, 2023

BYD reportedly produced and shipped 431,603 vehicles globally in Q3, considerably narrowing the gap with Tesla. The Wall Street Journal noted at the time that if accomplished, the move would represent “ an expansion that could make the plant the largest auto-manufacturing facility in Europe.”

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