E2open

APRIL 3, 2017

E2open Holds User Forum on New On-time In-Full (OTIF) Package. E2open has already partnered with customers to develop a capability to accommodate these new on-time in-full (OTIF) metrics. Two customer partners were recognized for their vision and partnership in developing and validating the metrics/tools with E2open.

Packaging 60

Packaging Procurement Analytics Metrics Procurement Solutions 60

SupplyShift

MARCH 27, 2018

Paper and packaging is, in some ways, a unique commodity. Unlike other commodities, paper, pulp, and packaging are critical for every industry, from coffee to furniture. Coincidentally, paper and packaging as a commodity also has an outsized impact on natural resources and is one of the more visible areas of impact for many companies.

Packaging 40

Packaging Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Material Savings 40

Logility

MARCH 12, 2021

Pulling data into a business intelligence tool in each department, the company started generating a new series of reports designed to meet the requirements of each department. This blog post outlines three types of inter-related analytical tools that you need to use in concert to get the best insight from your data.

Supply and Demand 191

Supply and Demand Prescriptive Analytics Software Demand Planning Modeling 191

Unleashed

APRIL 21, 2024

Conversely, the order fulfilment process in this example might include picking the packets of coffee beans from the warehouse shelf, packaging them securely with the correct shipping label, and dispatching them for delivery to the customer’s address. Shipping: The order is handed over to a delivery service.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

We could not manage our business with that tool,” Mr. Stephens realized. The RapidResponse planning tool gives both the internal supply chain and external stakeholders visibility to the plan and the ability to rapidly adjust that plan. To reduce lead times, Ipsen decoupled manufacturing from packaging.

Customer Service 192

Customer Service Supply and Demand Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 192

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2021

They produce a wide range of products for the automotive, construction, engineering, and packaging industries. Dr. Lassen views Anaplan – their connected planning tool – as a cloud-based, business planning platform capable of doing multidimensional planning with very fast solve times. So, what is “connected planning?”

Supply Chain Planning Software 264

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Negotiating Skills 264

ivalua

MARCH 24, 2021

Teams are able to align on project deliverables, product criteria, and success metrics from the offset, creating synergies that bring efficiency to every stage of the product development lifecycle. Digitization Benefit #3: Total Spend Management. ERP systems can handle only basic transactional procurement needs.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 130

OptiProERP

JANUARY 17, 2024

While the overall trend is toward more integrated and flexible systems that can process voluminous amounts of data, yielding analytics and metrics for improved decision-making, a majority of manufacturers still have yet to commit to the newer, “smarter” technologies.

Analytics Software 52

Analytics Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 52

RFgen

APRIL 18, 2023

Prevention can be a powerful tool in your supply chain toolbelt. Both help assure that packages are correctly labeled and addressed. This type of solution can prevent misships by lowering the risk of lost or misdelivered packages. Assign a supervisor to monitor compliance and KPI metrics. Look for trends.

Optimization Software 52

Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

Sustainability Regulations (Greenhouse Gas Reduction) Today, retailers are one of the most significant contributors to plastic packaging, representing 40% of global plastic usage. Shipping items back and forth creates needless greenhouse gas emissions, and only 54% of all packaging gets recycled. in 2021 compared to the year before.

Supply Chain Planning Software 193

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 193

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The biggest challenge is that simply offering metrics, even those that appear to be the “right” metrics, usually doesn’t produce any results. The questions that are most often asked are: What metrics should I use? What metrics do others (in my industry) use? Where do I begin?

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Procurement Analytics 55

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

With broad-based support packages, targeting hardest-hit industries like aviation, coupled with support of a strong logistics ecosystem, reinforced by global players such as DB Schenker. The digital twin allows for internal operations as well as customers to view the various processes, along with detailed metrices throughout the facility.

Singapore 246

Singapore Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction 246

SupplyPike

JULY 2, 2020

CEOs of successful consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies know they need to make clear-cut decisions in order to be true business leaders. If you do not move to a future-oriented platform, your consumer packaged goods company runs the risk of being checkmated by your rivals who do cash in on the new software potentials. And many more.

Analytics Software 98

Analytics Software Analytics Forecasting Software Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Elementum

AUGUST 31, 2022

A supply chain manager may also oversee productivity monitoring and production output controls, along with packaging and logistics, for the final shipment of goods to the customer. Every step within a supply chain requires monitoring to evaluate whether the organization is meeting performance metrics and identify concerns or exceptions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning 78

Unleashed

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For example, the direct raw materials for LED lights can include LED boards, connection wires, rectifier circuits, soldering flux, LED chips, and packaging. Demand forecasting tools , accurate inventory reporting and an optimised warehouse layout can all help improve your inventory planning.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Material Savings Inventory Management Inventory Reduction 52

EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Is packaging and delivery eco-friendly? Not only do e-sourcing tools help save time by allowing you to source from multiple suppliers at the same time, but you’ll also have access to a larger supplier pool, so you can choose suppliers based on their commitment to sustainable business practices that align with your own. Profit increase.

Material Savings 52

Material Savings Waste Reduction Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies 52

Unleashed

JANUARY 29, 2024

Using metrics such as inventory turnover rate , sell-through rate, and gross margin return on investment allows you to monitor your inventory performance more effectively. By removing obsolete or slow-moving SKUs and ones with outdated ingredients, packaging, or claims you can then identify and introduce new SKUs.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Resource Reduction 52

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

From demand planning to manufacturing to trade promotion optimization, data is essential for almost every aspect of consumer packaged goods (CPG) company operations. Data analytics and cognitive risk sensing are becoming increasingly important tools for organizations.” Nevertheless, with some effort, the task is not impossible.

Data 100

Data Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies 100

Locus Robotics

JANUARY 2, 2024

Data Analytics and Automation The use of artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning within warehouses thanks to tools such as robotics could increase to optimize your supply chain and reduce operational costs. Learn how these innovations are transforming logistics operations.

Demand Planning Software 52

Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software 52

Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

They are: Distance Package weight, size, and density Delivery speed Delivery failures Handling of goods Destination of goods Let’s look at each one of them. The best way to reduce the distance traveled is by optimizing routes and the best tool to generate optimal routes is route optimization software. Click here !

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 52

Locus

JUNE 9, 2023

They are: Distance Package weight, size, and density Delivery speed Delivery failures Handling of goods Destination of goods Let’s look at each one of them. The best way to reduce the distance traveled is by optimizing routes and the best tool to generate optimal routes is route optimization software. Click here !

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 52

Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Meet Arena’s internal audit expert To ensure your PLM, QMS, and everything in between are aligned, an internal audit is an indispensable tool to effectively help you understand how your company is performing and prepare your team for imminent audits. Everything’s connected—your engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Quality 89

Quality Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 89

Unleashed

OCTOBER 31, 2023

It underlines the processes, strategies, and tools employed to assist staff in increasing their efficiency and productivity over the long term. Both use scheduling tools. Empowered employees Empowered employees are staff who are equipped with the tools, resources, and knowledge needed to undertake their daily tasks.

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Locus Robotics

JANUARY 2, 2024

Data Analytics and Automation The use of artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning within warehouses thanks to tools such as robotics could increase to optimize your supply chain and reduce operational costs. Learn how these innovations are transforming logistics operations.

Demand Planning Software 52

Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Analytics Software 52

TMC

JUNE 8, 2017

Therefore, it is very important for businesses to check numbers periodically and really understand which key metrics need to be reviewed regularly to provide a good representation of their overall health. But when I opened the package, inside were crayons and a wallet instead of my order. Leverage technology! Have contingency plans.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 62

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS use shipping zones to determine the shipping cost of a package. For example, if a package originates at Red Stag Fulfillment’s Knoxville warehouse, the origin ZIP code starts with 377. That is Zone 8 for a UPS package shipped from Knoxville. Each shipping zone represents a different price.

Negotiating Skills 96

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Shipping 96

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 17, 2023

of packages on time. of packages on time. As rates continue to fall, industry metrics are beginning to reflect a new reality for the transportation market. for December, marking the metric’s fastest decline ever recorded. Finance and Accounting Tools to optimize outdated, inefficient spending strategies. .

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Tools, such as a skills gap assessment , allow you to identify the holes in your team’s knowledge and personalize their training programs to ensure their needs are met. For example, at Skill Dynamics, we can track each learner’s progression, satisfaction, and developing competence, among many other metrics.

Buyer Training 52

Buyer Training Training Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Unleashed

MARCH 24, 2024

Here we look at the most common tools and techniques used to bring the advantages of lean into the modern manufacturing workplace. In this guide to lean manufacturing tools: What are lean manufacturing tools? Indeed, these tools could be several different things, such as: New shop floor layouts. Big data frameworks.

Six Sigma 52

Six Sigma Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Management Software Demand Planning Software 52

TMC

JUNE 8, 2017

Therefore, it is very important for businesses to check numbers periodically and really understand which key metrics need to be reviewed regularly to provide a good representation of their overall health. But when I opened the package, inside were crayons and a wallet instead of my order. Leverage technology! Have contingency plans.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 59

Savi

JUNE 14, 2019

Heads up UPS and FedEx, Amazon is piloting package delivery in Los Angeles for marketplace customers. From there, it can move horizontally to deliver cargo and packages for others and compete with other logistics service providers. However, you do need the right tools for the job. Not necessarily.

Analytics Software 45

Analytics Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 45

3PL Insights

OCTOBER 6, 2017

You want a meaningful partnership, and a logistics provider can help to provide you with the tools you need. A good 3PL will also help you to analyze your packaging material and procedures, you may find you’re able to cut costs as well. Knowing that your operation is in good hands will allow you to focus on growing your business.

3PL 58

3PL Material Savings Resource Reduction Expense Reduction 58

Talking Logistics

MARCH 29, 2016

Managed – The first place to start is to implement a software package that is capable of managing repeatable processes consistently across your organization. We see practical examples of this in the supply chain all the time – like parcel sorting, product packaging, automated guided vehicles, robotic lift trucks, etc.

Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Demand Planning Software 100

ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

by walking from one side of a fulfillment center to another), more logistics experts and employees can concentrate on more complicated processes, such as packaging innovations, workflows, and more. We monitor the ShipBob dashboard on a daily basis, can view our fulfillment metrics at any time, and see if orders are fulfilled accurately.”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies 98

ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Your sourcing department can save valuable time because AI tools analyze suppliers with the aid of relevant data points and metrics and match them with the contract opportunities available. With the real-time monitoring and tracking of shipments, AI tools ensure that goods are delivered on time and optimally.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics 59

Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

Managing bid packages, for instance, can be time consuming and complex. Utilize workflow automation tools to automate the RFP process and iterate over shortlisted candidates to refine your negotiations. When conducting a bid package, carriers may suggest alternate options that could create efficiencies for both parties.

Negotiating Skills 100

Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Procurement 100

TMC

JUNE 8, 2017

Therefore, it is very important for businesses to check numbers periodically and really understand which key metrics need to be reviewed regularly to provide a good representation of their overall health. But when I opened the package, inside were crayons and a wallet instead of my order. Leverage technology! Have contingency plans.

Supply Chain Planning Software 48

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 48