Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2025

This doesnt eliminate those systems, it organizes the data they produce. This reduces reliance on manual tracking or last-minute phone calls. Orchestration tools help keep everyone working from the same information, reducing the chance of miscommunication between departments or suppliers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 279

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 279

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. Infor, with anticipated revenues of $3.4 We just want them solved.”

Vendor Strategies 306

Vendor Strategies Material Savings Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 306

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Restructuring Global Value Chains & Tariff Reduction – A Continuous Evolution for Supply Chains. This article was originally written and published for DHL in January 2020 and focused on the trade wars and how to leverage opportunities for tariff reductions. Product strategies. without being subject to tariffs.

Cost Reduction Strategies 245

Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies 245

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

The resulting increase in demand may place pressure on agricultural producers and extract manufacturers to scale operations. Supply chain managers will need to assess supplier capacity, evaluate long-term sourcing contracts, and consider geographic diversification to reduce risk associated with seasonality and regional sourcing limitations.

Manufacturing Procurement 172

Manufacturing Procurement West Virginia Food Sourcing Strategies 172

RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In the automotive sector, manufacturers are simultaneously reducing inventory costs and delivery times. Additionally, we’ll discuss best practices for optimization and strategies for balancing efficiency with resilience. Technology integration: Leveraging digital tools to enhance visibility and decision-making.

Sourcing Strategies 96

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 96

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2025

All supply chain vendors seek to position themselves as leaders in supply chain AI. AWS , Google , and Microsoft are also investing heavily in custom AI chips to reduce their dependence on NVIDIA and optimize performance and cost. This puts pressure on other device manufacturers to follow suit.

Modeling Software 293

Modeling Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software 293

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Yawn and walk on if the answer is i mproving demand error or reducing inventory levels. The session is a roundtable format–no sponsorships, vendor speeches, or pay for play pitches. Or that a focus on cost reduction can actually undermine value creation?) How do you know you have a better outcome or decision?”

Supply Chain Planning Software 396

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Modeling Supply Chain Network Software 396

ToolsGroup

JUNE 11, 2025

Additionally, ToolsGroup’s system continuously learns and adapts, reducing human error and enabling autonomous supply chain execution at scale. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty.

Forecasting 156

Forecasting ToolsGroup Forecasting Software Groups 156

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

I have been to other vendors’ procurement conferences and cannot recall seeing similar functionality. The transactions are captured in the platform, eliminating “he said, she said” type arguments. However, SAP has a broader suite of collaboration solutions than other vendors.

SAP 292

SAP Procurement Solutions Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics 292

Precoro

MARCH 27, 2025

That’s why organizations zero in on strategies to achieve procurement cost reduction.    The key thing to remember is that cost reduction in procurement isn’t just about slashing expenses. It cuts costs yet helps maintain product quality and smooth operations. Negotiate better contract terms.

Cost Reduction Strategies 45

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies 45

ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

QKS Group , a global advisory and research firm, evaluates vendors for its SPARK Matrix™ based on two key criteria: technology excellence and customer impact. The QKS Group SPARK Matrix™ offers an in-depth analysis of global market dynamics, major trends, vendor landscapes, and competitive positioning.

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 156

IQMS

APRIL 4, 2025

Faced with continuing inflation, manufacturers are seeking strategies to contain per-unit costs while maintaining margins. Compounding the challenge are information gaps across supply chains that can cost manufacturers lost time, productivity, margin erosion, price reductions, and missed shipment dates.

Price Reduction 52

Price Reduction Material Savings Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies 52

ToolsGroup

JULY 28, 2023

BOSTON – August 3, 2023 – ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, is proud to announce it has been named among ten Notable Vendors included in Gartner’s Midmarket Context: Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Solutions (July 2023). Magic Quadrant is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc.

Gartner 290

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software ToolsGroup Vendor Strategies 290

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

I recently talked to a former executive at a global automotive manufacturer. The project was focused on the spare parts supply chain – the delivery of car parts and aftermarket accessories to automotive dealers and repair shops across Europe from their OEM vendors as well as their own manufacturing facilities in Europe.

Cost Reduction Strategies 312

Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Modeling Inventory Reduction 312

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

How AI is Transforming Manufacturing: Strategies, Benefits, and Use Cases Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a huge topic and one that is constantly changing as research and development efforts push out the boundaries of whats possibleand whats already happening! Manufacturers now generate and own vast volumes of it.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies 52

RFgen

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Running a manufacturing business isn’t easy. That’s where a manufacturing ERP comes in. Manufacturing ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software integrates all your core business processes into one powerful platform. This prevents stockouts, reduces waste from overstocking, and optimizes your warehouse operations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software 98

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2025

Our goal is to underscore the need for industries to move beyond individual disaster recovery plans and embrace a collective resilience strategy. This is a two-way street, since the spirit of cooperation (and of cross-industry learning) cuts both ways.

Supply Chain Planning Software 151

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Supply Chain Planning 151

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

You’ll learn how to leverage data to streamline operations, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and exceed customer expectations. Supplier Performance: Evaluate your vendors’ reliability, quality, and delivery times. Ready to get started? Let’s dive in. This means your leadership team must recognize data as a crucial asset.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Modeling Inventory Reduction 98

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 21, 2025

Manufacturers are now able to choose a different deployment method cloud ERP as the backbone of their digital transformation strategy. The software vendor is responsible for maintaining the hardware and dealing with IT issues. The software vendor is responsible for maintaining the hardware and dealing with IT issues.

Supply Chain Design Software 81

Supply Chain Design Software Material Savings Manufacturing Demand Planning Software 81

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Edge computing processing data locally, near the source has emerged as a method to address these challenges by reducing latency and improving resiliency. Different manufacturers and vendors often use different protocols and systems, making integrations resource intensive from both a capital and personnel perspective.

Real-time Visibility 151

Real-time Visibility Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 151

ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

Once upon a time, the world of manufacturing was a relatively stable place. So how does a manufacturer navigate this rollercoaster? According to Gartner , these issues can lead to missed manufacturing deadlines and wasted capital. And that’s where real-time perpetual inventory signals come in.

Real-time Visibility 294

Real-time Visibility Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 294

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

When one thinks of supply chain software vendors, the name InterSystems may not spring to mind. A production plan from an IBP meeting should be considered a rough-cut long-term plan, merely the best estimation of what was likely, not something written in stone. ARC was recently briefed by InterSystems.

Supply Chain Planning Software 290

Supply Chain Planning Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 290

Logility

MAY 17, 2023

The urgent need for supply chain resiliency is increasing interest in onshoring, reshoring, and nearshoring strategies. They’re also carefully pursuing suppliers, manufacturing, and distribution locations that are sustainable and resilient. Yet, their search is more than a matter of finding low-cost alternatives.

Vendor Strategies 172

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Inventory Reduction 172

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The high-tech firm is more than a manufacturer of PCs, tablets, smartphones, and servers. The company has more than 2000 suppliers and operates over 30 manufacturing sites. It’s really reduced a lot of sales friction. It might highlight logistics jams, manufacturing capacity, quality issues, or procurement cost trends.

Supply Chain Planning Software 281

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software 281

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

BOSTON February 3, 2025 ToolsGroup , a global leader in supply chain planning and retail optimization software, today announced it has been positioned as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning for Spare Parts/MRO Industries 2024 Vendor Assessment (Doc ID #US51541424, December 2024).

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 156

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

We found three key strategies that could serve as a blueprint for other supply chains: Rethink Packaging. It is often used and then quickly discarded, often several times, while goods move from the manufacturer to the store shelf. Packaging has an incredibly big impact on supply chain sustainability. Rethink Partnerships.

Waste Reduction 272

Waste Reduction Sustainability Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 272

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2025

Her approach blends data-driven strategy with a human touch, helping companies solve complex problems while creating space for collaboration. Whether shes hosting charity golf tournaments or hosting Rutgers University Supply Chain students with a tour of the manufacturing facility, Kristina believes business should always be a force for good.

Beverage 255

Beverage Transportation Supply Chain Design Software Arizona 255

RFgen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These inefficiencies lead to bottlenecks, reduced throughput, and increased labor costs. Streamlined Workflows: Mobile apps automate key inventory tasks, eliminating the need for paper-based processes and manual data entry. RFgen’s mobile inventory management software addresses the key pain points discussed earlier.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Inventory Management Software Inventory 98

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 24, 2025

Self-congratulations notes abounded this week as vendor-after-vendor shared their rankings on the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning. I believe that the Gartner Magic Quadrant is a barrier to progress in supply chain planning, and that vendors that rally in support have a false sense of superiority. The reason?

Gartner 195

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning 195

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Supply chains, which facilitate the movement of products from manufacturers to consumers, have historically encountered issues such as inefficiency, fraud, and a lack of transparency. As Mediledger states The life sciences industry is uniquely complex in how pharmaceutical drugs move from manufacturers to serving patients.

Supply Chain Software 215

Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Network Software Optimal Sourcing 215

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

One of the most effective strategies for building resilience is integrating project management into supply chain operations. Improve collaboration between suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners. This proactive approach minimizes downtime, reduces financial losses, and strengthens overall operational efficiency.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Inventory Reduction 91

Logility

AUGUST 4, 2023

A successful relationship with your vendor can last many years so companies may embark on supply chain planning implementations once every 10-15 years – or longer. We’re here to spill the proverbial beans – the critical success factors, or essential components, of supply chain planning vendor selection success.

Supply Chain Planning Software 209

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies 209

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

The traditional leader values cost reduction but is blind on how to value time. Show the technology vendors touting digital and AI transformation the door. Rationalize global strategies to focus on building markets based on in-market sourcing. Shift in cycles. Over the past three years, supply chain cycles shifted.

Supply Chain Planning Software 417

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 417

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 22, 2021

Let’s take a closer look at the issue of supply chain cybersecurity, why the Colonial Pipeline attack is translating into a renewed focus for cybersecurity, and a few things to know when assessing the cybersecurity of your network partners and software vendors. Supply Chain Cybersecurity Risks Continue to Exist Around the Globe.

Supply Chain Planning Software 354

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software 354

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 9, 2023

The current taxonomy (or frame/models) for the engines does not address the issues of the global multinational manufacturing company. In the Global Supply Chain, there are More Constraints To Address Than Just Manufacturing. A manufacturing company’s safety stock is 30-40% of the total inventory requirement. The reason?

Optimal Sourcing 363

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Manufacturing Procurement 363

GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Preparing your supply chain for resiliency begins with risk management and a proactive strategy. It’s vital to identify and protect critical vendors and partners that could be unwitting attack vectors.

Supply Chain Disruption 307

Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Strategy 307

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Supplier Collaboration: Fundamental to Elevating Manufacturing Performance Supplier relationships are at the heart of manufacturing performance. That’s why supplier collaboration—that consistent, trusted, and responsive interaction between supplier and manufacturer—is pivotal to manufacturing success.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 52