The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

History of Alliances in Container Shipping Source: Port Economics, Management and Policy What are Global Shipping Alliances (GSAs) in the shipping industry? The alliance was formed in 2014 and covers major shipping routes between Asia, Europe, and North America. How alliances in the shipping industry might impact shippers?

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 130

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. Source E2open Shipping Index). I worked with the organization for a year and scheduled a meeting with Lucas to explain that his policies were the primary issue. His response? “Huh?

Procurement Analytics 217

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 217

DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 29, 2019

With industry sources reporting record high rates for the refrigerated trucking market, as referenced recently by Food Logistics , carriers are looking to capitalize on the strong demand and tight capacity for refrigerated trucks. Dot Transportation Inc. Maintaining temperature integrity requires accurate trailer configurations.

Optimal Sourcing 159

Optimal Sourcing Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Sourcing Strategies 159

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. Source E2open Shipping Index). I worked with the organization for a year and scheduled a meeting with Lucas to explain that his policies were the primary issue. His response? How could this be?”.

Procurement Analytics 195

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 195

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2018

It is a meeting of equals. The meetings are open. The group meets quarterly with monthly conference calls in between the quarterly meeting. There is an active group in Europe and North America. We hope to see you at the next meetings: June 25th-26th at Evonik in Hanau, Germany. Why Should You Care?

Supply Chain Network Software 183

Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 183

SupplyShift

JANUARY 20, 2018

Fink’s anchor statement sets out the purpose of BlackRock – “As a fiduciary, BlackRock engages with companies to drive the sustainable, long-term growth that our clients need to meet their goals.” Now, the majority of companies in North America and Europe have committed to responsible sourcing targets.

Government 52

Government Optimal Sourcing Sourcing North America 52

QAD

AUGUST 23, 2022

Terry utilized her network to set up meetings with various supply chain professionals from Tier 1s to OEMs throughout the year. These meetings gave me new industry perspectives, and I felt more prepared for my career after college. I had a ton of questions for them and got many insightful answers.

Gartner 95

Gartner Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain 95

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The automaker would make sure that no matter what version of the Mustang is made, at least 75% of the content is from North America. But this way of meeting the regulations means Ford may not be buying the most economical component. An Asian component might be less expensive.

Optimal Sourcing 183

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Optimization Software 183

AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Another use case we see for scenario modeling in the current context is evaluating new sourcing locations. A recent Thomas survey found that 64% of manufacturing companies are likely to “bring production and sourcing back to North America” in view of COVID-19. Evaluating Potential for Reshoring .

Modeling 177

Modeling Network Design Software Network Design Scenario Planning 177

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2022

This week, in conjunction with General Motors reporting of Q2-2022 financial performance, the auto maker disclosed that it had secured strategic supply agreements to support one million electric powered vehicles in North America by 2025. or North America presence. Some Broader Context. GM’s Latest Financial Performance.

Material Savings 52

Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Modeling 52

ToolsGroup

MARCH 8, 2023

Kathleen Geraghty, Vice President of Sales North America, ToolsGroup, shares the insights she’s gained on her career journey and tactics for creating a connected and equitable work environment. Today, I smile quietly to myself when I walk into a meeting and the ratio is more balanced. Although I am still asking, is that enough?

ToolsGroup 156

ToolsGroup Supply Chain Network Software Just-in-Time North America 156

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 22, 2021

And for 21 years, Adam has been the Executive Director of the nonprofit he founded to export charitable goods from North America. Value to finding the clean and accurate source of truth. What happens when machine learning meets ocean shipping? Need for better information to fulfill modern customer expectations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software 130

Stord

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Stord Parcel offers an array of carriers, and intelligently selects the optimal carrier and service level for every package, ensuring enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness in meeting customer expectations. Founded in 2010, Athletic Greens is a globally remote company with operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia.

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

This growth was primarily attributed to the long-term project business, and regionally to North America and western Europe. Its solutions include internally developed systems and a wide-array of third-party systems to bet meet customer needs. In 2021, the SCS segment revenues grew an impressive 44.5 Lee Partners.

Supply Chain Software 270

Supply Chain Software Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 270

BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

We attributed the customers’ success to our focus on value, and our product, service and support teams, who are keen to meet our customers’ requirements today and in the future. Sources: 1 Gartner, “Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems,” Brock Johns, Oscar Sanchez Duran, Carly West, Manav Jain, 27 March 2024.

Gartner 86

Gartner Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software 86

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2023

Planners in China rely on different data sources and operate with different business practices than those in North America. In the monthly business planning meeting, a plan can be created, that if executed, will generate a certain profit, cash flow, or even keep greenhouse gas emissions below a certain targeted level.

Supply Chain Planning Software 209

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Procurement Solutions Demand Planning Software 209

AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. Source: Gartner, Market Guide for Supply Chain Analytics Technology, May 28, 2019. We turned 30 this year. What’s driving prescriptive analytics adoption? . More awareness and ease of use .

Prescriptive Analytics Software 262

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Analytics 262

SupplyShift

JANUARY 20, 2018

Fink’s anchor statement sets out the purpose of BlackRock – “As a fiduciary, BlackRock engages with companies to drive the sustainable, long-term growth that our clients need to meet their goals.” Now, the majority of companies in North America and Europe have committed to responsible sourcing targets.

Government 40

Government Optimal Sourcing Sourcing North America 40

Logility

MARCH 13, 2020

Instead it is all about meeting the short-term need. Our digital supply chain platform will help to quickly evaluate multiple scenarios and start to work through our response to rapidly identify the supply constraints and define alternate sourcing opportunities across multiple time horizons. Even Amazon is struggling!

Modeling 211

Modeling Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 211

Arena Solutions

MARCH 21, 2023

Using renewable energy sources that can create long-term sustainable energy consumption. Engineers can design more efficient products and more sustainable products by measuring and understanding the impact of their carbon footprint and sourcing compliant parts.

Manufacturing Procurement 80

Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Material Savings 80

AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. Companies like ELIX Polymers and Fresenius Medical Care North America have chosen SC Navigator because it makes powerful prescriptive analytics accessible and allows them to quickly answer very specific questions about their business.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 207

Prescriptive Analytics Software Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing Analytics 207

Bristlecone

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Request a Meeting. Recent highlights include: Go-lives across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Sourcing, e-auction and supply chain collaboration rollouts. Armed with valuable insight, this client is now moving forward in their transformation journey with confidence.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Modeling 52

NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

During her 24 years at Honda of America, she helped implement many of the supply chain best practices that have now become renowned, including cost modeling, supplier development, supplier quality assurance, lean manufacturing, and many others, which evolved under the original North America leadership of Dave Nelson.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 52

SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

Source Amazon Product Range One of the key drivers of Amazon’s success in logistics is the sheer breadth of its product range. billion (net profit) Profit by Region/Country: North America is a major market, followed by Europe and Asia. Sales by Region/Country: North America is likely the biggest contributor (395.64

Logistics Network Optimization Software 79

Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Inventory Management Software 79

Logility

APRIL 22, 2013

falls on the shoulders of the sourcing and supply functions, rather than the demand planners. Supply planners and sourcing groups have less exposure to the market demand yet are expected to fully understand what is going on. The simple answer—it has always been this way. Does that make it right? Aggregating provides accuracy.

Forecasting 101

Forecasting Modeling Supply and Demand Sourcing Strategies 101

Logility

APRIL 22, 2013

falls on the shoulders of the sourcing and supply functions, rather than the demand planners. Supply planners and sourcing groups have less exposure to the market demand yet are expected to fully understand what is going on. The simple answer—it has always been this way. Does that make it right? Aggregating provides accuracy.

Forecasting 100

Forecasting Modeling Supply and Demand Sourcing Strategies 100

BlueYonder

APRIL 3, 2023

We attributed this success to our product, service, and support teams, who are focused on meeting our customers’ requirements today and in the future. Sources: 1 Blue Yonder was previously listed as JDA; the company rebranded to Blue Yonder in February 2020. As a result, we’ve reduced our overall transportation spend by 3-5%.

Gartner 75

Gartner Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 75

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 15, 2022

In a reported effort to cut additional costs and increase needed cash flows, the provider announced intentions to cut upwards of 800 jobs within its North America support teams and eliminate its company operated warehouses. based manufacturing strategy, with a decision to source manufacturing at a CMS provider located in Taiwan.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Customer Service Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

QAD

MARCH 3, 2022

According to History.com , PBS , BBC and related sources, Alexander Graham Bell first embarked on his technology journey when he worked on his father’s “visible speech” system, which used symbols to represent speech sounds to teach deaf children. As a cloud solution, it is available 24/7—to meet the demands of a 24/7 global supply chain.

Manufacturing Procurement 96

Manufacturing Procurement Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Software 96

Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Most things we can source from multiple vendors except for certain technical parts that we get from European suppliers,” notes the site manager. Another target is annual inventory optimization, which is balancing inventory to meet maintenance requirements without ordering excessive quantities. Interested in our services?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Food Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Software 52

Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Most things we can source from multiple vendors except for certain technical parts that we get from European suppliers,” notes the site manager. Another target is annual inventory optimization, which is balancing inventory to meet maintenance requirements without ordering excessive quantities. Interested in our services?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 52

QAD

APRIL 21, 2020

We can expect this to drop again significantly in April as a result of the complete halt of North American and European production. If we use North America as an example of what is happening globally, many suppliers in North America were forced to halt production in March due to quarantine measures.

Automotive 112

Automotive Industrial Industry Negotiating Skills 112

Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

I had a remarkable interview with a medium sized supplier today, that has truly found a business model which I believe holds a promise for a new industrial revolution in North America. To achieve this capability, the company has invested a lot of upfront resources that not a lot of manufacturing companies in North America have today.

Manufacturing Procurement 94

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design America Manufacturing 94

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 29, 2023

The essence of this report that cites an informed source, indicates that Rivian is about to initiate a manufacturing reorganization that will include the relocation of portions of the start-up’s manufacturing engineering team to be directly resident at the company’s Normal, Illinois production facility.

Automotive 52

Automotive Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design 52

Unleashed

APRIL 18, 2021

Likewise, many governments demand certain standards for companies that want entry to their markets, meaning many businesses must prove their supply chain meets those standards or risk losing access to important markets. Meeting your ethical responsibilities will also gain you favour with your workers and help you land quality recruits.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Sustainability Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 116

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 5, 2018

I remember meeting with the company’s founder, Mark Nix, right before the launch and he gave me a sneak peak of the solution. For Cloud Logistics, this acquisition will help the company expand its solution footprint (which today is mostly over-the-road and intermodal transportation) and grow its geographic presence beyond North America.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 101

Zipline Logistics

JUNE 15, 2021

As industries evolved to meet the needs of modern consumers, the supply chain has become a reliable source of competitive advantage. Our teams are specifically constructed to meet the needs of consumer goods enterprise organizations, assisting them in delivering to their most important customers as intended.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 52