The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2019

I was involved with the procurement of equipment and materials. We once had to move a prototype oil rig from Texas to Saudi Arabia. For example, all the hospitals that got supported with tens of thousands of purchase orders that Aramco was handling. The expected metrics were part of the contract. It had 2,500 pieces.

Saudi Arabia 113

Saudi Arabia Logistics Network Optimization Software Company Procurement Analytics 113

Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Early data shows that most supply managers believe that Hurricane Harvey, which caused widespread destruction in south Texas and the closure of the Port of Houston, will impact supply chains in coming months. In other circumstances, parties may lack any contract and rely upon purchase orders or other short forms of documentation.

Negotiating Skills 80

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Supply Chain Strategy Purchasing Skills 80

ShipBob

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Analytical procedures Doing analytical procedures during inventory audits involves comparing gross margins, inventory turnover ratio , and/or unit costs of inventory with previous years. This helps you understand trends so you can be better informed during inventory procurement and when you’re forecasting demand.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Inventory Inventory Management Software Forecasting Software 52

Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

billion metric tons—the emissions have rebounded in 2021 and 2022. In the case of manufacturers, it means procuring green and sustainable raw materials. These are challenges that will only become more threatening if they are not curbed, paying strict attention to supply chain sustainability.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 52

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2017

When support wanes, due to obsolescence and lack of spare parts, or if the vendor withdraws active support for your system, the cost of your business increases. Performance is a handy metric to measure. You want to keep the upgrade cost effective while achieving your business goals and reducing risk.

Manufacturing Procurement 174

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Vendor Strategies Expense Reduction 174

6 River Systems

JULY 25, 2019

University of North Texas. “The problem that small and medium-sized firms confront is that supply chain technology is expensive…” Surveys and other research overwhelmingly show that cost is the biggest deterrent to investment in technology. . from Washington University St. Louis, M.S.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 96