Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 11, 2021

For one large supermarket chain, the idea of jumping on the buy and source locally trend makes too much sense. Stop & Shop is once again kicking off its annual summer program which furthers its commitment to providing customers with fresh, quality seafood that is responsibly and sustainably sourced.

Optimal Sourcing 46

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Waste Reduction 46

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. Quality information from accounting systems is of critical importance en route to a successful supply chain which helps movement towards sustainability.

Waste Reduction 274

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction 274

RFgen

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Food Safety News reported a Massachusetts consumer will sue a bakery for using old egg cartons to store discarded shells. The Packer, a fruit and vegetable distribution news source, said the Canadian Corrugated and Containerboard Association found certain reusable plastic container cleaning processes can still leave bacteria behind.

Food 52

Food Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software Material Savings 52

RFgen

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Food Safety News reported a Massachusetts consumer will sue a bakery for using old egg cartons to store discarded shells. The Packer, a fruit and vegetable distribution news source, said the Canadian Corrugated and Containerboard Association found certain reusable plastic container cleaning processes can still leave bacteria behind.

Food 52

Food Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software Material Savings 52

RFgen

AUGUST 14, 2017

In 2014, Massachusetts resident Pierre Picone pleaded guilty to selling counterfeit integrated circuits (IC) to the U.S. Based on its findings, the SASC formed eight conclusions, including: Most counterfeit electronic parts in the defense supply chain are sourced from China. Navy over the course of 5 years.

Aerospace 52

Aerospace Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Kinaxis

JANUARY 16, 2017

Four key elements need to be in place for you to take full advantage of robotic process automation in your supply chain: robots for picking orders and moving them through the facility; sensors to ensure product quality and stock; cognitive learning systems; and, artificial intelligence to turn processes into algorithms to guide the entire operation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimization Software 100

Arena Solutions

MARCH 9, 2023

Since 2015, PTC has hosted LiveWorx , a global forum that brings together manufacturing executives, engineers, product designers, quality leaders, supply chain partners, and other like-minded individuals who are focused on harnessing disruptive technologies to manage uncertainty and transform their business.

Supply Chain Design Software 76

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Optimization Software 76

Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 1, 2015

It's the result of a 5-year study about the Toyota Production System conducted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Background According to a short survey we conducted, we found that the best "classic" lean book is The Machine That Changed the World: The Story of Lean Production by James P. Womack, Daniel T. Jones and Daniel Roos.

Lean 100

Lean Manufacturing Procurement Resource Reduction Massachusetts 100

Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 15, 2015

It's the result of a 5-year study about the Toyota Production System conducted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). In Search of the Best Lean Book According to a short survey we conducted, we found that the best "classic" lean book is The Machine That Changed the World: The Story of Lean Production by James P. Womack, Daniel T.

Lean 100

Lean Manufacturing Procurement Massachusetts Sourcing Strategies 100

TrackVia

APRIL 14, 2020

According to Ello Capital’s analysis , Massachusetts-based Curaleaf has more than three years of cash remaining and Chicago-based Cresco Labs Inc. Quality and compliance control. How can cannabis companies improve quality, increase productivity, and drive efficiencies? The good news is not all companies are struggling.

Sourcing Strategies 98

Sourcing Strategies Predictive Analytics Software Inventory Reduction Optimization Software 98

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 . In total, approximately 40% of retailers in the United States are out of stock as of mid-May. That’s part of problem-solving.”.

Manufacturing Procurement 156

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Pricing Training Purchasing Skills 156

Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Total Quality Logistics. Total Quality Logistics. Content Summary: Total Quality Logistics, one of the country’s largest freight brokerage firms, connects customers needing to move truckload, less-than-truckload or intermodal freight shipments with carriers having the capacity to move them. Media Caption. Privacy Settings.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 70

Logistics Network Optimization Software North America Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 70

Supply Chain Opz

AUGUST 6, 2017

Because it focuses on improving quality, how information and materials flow and it provides principles to create value and a roadmap for organizational transformation. Cunningham and Orest Fiume (Lean Accounting) Is improving quality and materials flow important to you?

Lean 100

Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings 100

6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

With an effective logistics strategy, companies can deliver the right products to the right customers at the right time, at the highest quality and the lowest possible cost. Master Data Strategy: One space that is still not as clear is a master data strategy that allows for elements coming together from various sources and systems.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 52

Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Depending on how the tariff plays out, we have alternative sources already in many places and we may have to find some additional ones," Donald Macpherson, CEO of the Illinois-based distributor of maintenance, repair and operating supplies, said during an Oct. In many cases, we already have alternative sources that are identified.

China 67

China Supply Chain Planning Software Company Manufacturing Procurement 67