Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

import volumes may not be as high as they were at the height of the pandemic; however, if they remain above 2019 numbers, the shift away from West Coast ports persists, the labor situation doesn’t get resolved, carriers continue to use blank sailings and importers will continue to see uneven supply chain performance.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 21, 2021

Supply Chain KPIs article and permission to publish here provided by Harkirat Ahluwalia. Supply chain key performance indicators and metrics are ways in which someone can quantify the performance of their company’s supply chain to gain a better understanding of its strengths and weaknesses.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2018

As part of the survey, we asked the respondents to rate their company’s supply chain performance relative to peers in their industry (ranging from “Significantly Below Average” to “Significantly Above Average”). and 51.5%, respectively). and 37.2%, respectively). “To

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Taulia

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Global supply chains are more complex than ever. In today’s challenging market, companies face multiple challenges, from shortages of crucial components to port congestion, high shipping costs, logistics delays and uneven customer demand. What is supply chain efficiency? Cash flow forecasting.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2019

Gary began our discussion by pointing out that the Amazon Effect, which he says had a critical turning point during the 2017 holiday season, has sped up supply chains for retailers and consumer goods manufacturers, causing a greater emphasis on sourcing. There is much more involved now than the perfect order metric.”.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Let’s Get into the Specifics Think about this: 79 percent of companies with high-performing supply chains (these are often referred to as Supply Chain Leaders (SCLs)), have revenue growth that is significantly above their industry average, according to this report by Deloitte.

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ShipBob

APRIL 26, 2023

In an ecommerce business, supply chain performance is one of the key factors affecting the performance of the business as a whole. If the supply chain isn’t moving as seamlessly as it should, it could cause disruptions further down the line, and even result in delivery delays and customer disappointment.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 2023

In fact, 70% of the CEOs believe that supply chain is really critical to their business success. What is top of mind for them is what the impact is going to be after a disruption and can their operations ship the products to their customers on time. Can we get the supplies from an alternate source? Can we expedite?

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Kinaxis

JULY 8, 2016

In this paper, the author describes various components of the next generation supply chain and introduces the role of “Network Planners”. Those basic tasks really do need to be done; accepting new orders, releasing orders, sourcing decisions and supplier collaboration just to name a few.

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Zipline Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

A strong holiday season is rolled into this prediction and is a source of substantial revenue for retailers and CPG shippers alike. Commonly, intermodal shipping is associated with lower costs and more consistent service. Retain Supply Chain Visibility and Control. percent and 13.5 percent to more than $4.44

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 8, 2022

Interestingly, the downshifts we observed in transportation metrics were much more muted in the last week of July, leaving open a possibility for a bit of recovery as we move towards peak season. Warehousing and Inventory metrics continue to buoy the logistics sector. that we have not seen since April of 2019.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 8, 2023

By using prescriptive analytics, companies can optimize their supply chain operations, reduce costs, and make better decisions, ultimately enhancing their overall supply chain performance. How Prescriptive Analytics Has Been Driving Value In Supply Chain Optimization?

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QAD

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Supply chain analytics allows leadership to target these challenges and mitigate the risks – that include poor forecasting, increasing trade regulations, material shortages, rising shipping costs and more – and craft data-based solutions. What is Supply Chain Analytics Software?

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Unleashed

MARCH 28, 2021

When done properly SRM can achieve greater efficiencies, reduce wholesale costs, and optimise supply chain performance. Optimises performance. Sourcing new suppliers, trialling products, and negotiating contracts can be costly and time-consuming. This is part of your sourcing roadmap. Reduces costs.

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Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Retailers have instituted appointment times, must arrive by dates, and OTIF metrics to measure a brand’s ability to make timely deliveries and get its product to the end destination when it is needed. Communication is a cornerstone of successful supply chain performance. Work with Retail Logistics Experts.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 13, 2015

Much to my chagrin, when I entered into the world of supply chain, the processes of source, make and deliver were usually not designed. It was hard for me to rationalize the world of manufacturing that was deliberate and designed versus the emerging practices in supply chain. (I know… I am showing my age.).

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Source: Dictionary.com. While I do not consider this case study as a good example of demand-driven processes, I do believe that they have done some great work on implementing a customer segmented supply chain based on postponement. SanDisk’s Journey to Build a Supply Chain Customer Segmentation Strategy.

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MAVES

JUNE 24, 2019

Companies that manufacture and distribute goods are relying more and more on the agility of their 3PL partners to provide the appropriate services to keep their supply chain efficient and their customers happy. Advanced Analytics / Metrics. to name a few.

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IQMS

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Source: Machine Learning – A Giant Leap for Supply Chain Forecasting, Material Handling and Logistics Conference (PDF, 28 pp., Reducing freight costs, improving supplier delivery performance, and minimizing supplier risk are three of the many benefits machine learning is providing in collaborative supply chain networks.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Supply chains need automated data collection solutions so they can record real-time performance results. Precise order, shipping and inventory records indicate precisely when a sales season takes place and if there were alterations from previous years. Sometimes seasons change. The Changing Seasons.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Supply chains need automated data collection solutions so they can record real-time performance results. Precise order, shipping and inventory records indicate precisely when a sales season takes place and if there were alterations from previous years. Sometimes seasons change. The Changing Seasons.

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 6, 2023

When companies leverage data from various sources such as sales history, market trends, and external factors, predictive analytics paired with supply chain intelligence provide valuable insights that enable better decision-making and proactive planning – like never before.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll explore the challenges of inventory management in today’s manufacturing landscape , discuss the importance of a “single source of truth” for global inventory, and introduce a powerful solution that can help manufacturers transform their operations and drive profitability. How do they achieve this?

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 26, 2015

5) Tightly Integrated Global Supply Chains Need a Quicker Response. The supply chains are more complex today than a decade ago. I designed the agenda to help supply chain leaders rethink the future in a deeper way than any other conference agenda that I see in the market. We hope to see you there! _.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

The company could not maintain supply chain performance levels to cope-up with the sudden surge in orders for 1.0 Supply-chain resilience requires a risk-aware culture to establish and maintain strong defensive layers against unknown risks, as well as respond more quickly in the event of a severe crisis or operational threat.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 30, 2021

Supply chain analytics refers to the collection of data and information that provide insights into logistics performance, from inventory management to fulfilling and shipping orders. . What is supply chain analytics software? Optimize your supply chain. 5 types of supply chain analytics.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Let’s explore some of the technology changes that organizations should consider as they align their corporate goals and objectives to utilize big data to improve their end-to-end supply chain visibility. To gain visibility into your supply chain, there are a few preliminary steps you must consider.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Analysis The analysis phase is where you look back at your supply chain process and evaluate its effectiveness. It involves assessing how the overall supply chain performed, analyzing metrics, and how well you managed exceptions.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

The organization is not clear on accepting special requests and expedited shipping policies, often resulting in a lower margin. Many of my clients talk about a customer-centric supply chain but rely on useless metrics from an annual survey or a net promoter score. The response is a long sigh. Six Weeks Without a Washer.

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 30, 2020

These are a la carte, or per service, and outside of standard shipping and receiving. Benchmark — In logistics, benchmarks refer to KPI thresholds set by an organization to measure supply chain performance. Billing — A process typically performed by the carrier that determines the total charges for a completed order.

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6 River Systems

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Not only does warehouse optimization result in a healthier bottom line, but it also improves key warehouse metrics like accurate orders and on-time delivery. Where is your picking operation located with respect to shipping and product storage? Partner with several shipping providers to provide your customers with shipping options.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 14, 2021

Here at Benchmarking Success, we exist to help our customers improve supply chain performance. Historically, many of those customers concentrated keenly on measuring performance aspects such as cost to serve, perfect order, productivity, and cycle and lead times. Indeed, in many cases, sales and orders increased.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

The past few years have seen a significant focus on supply chain visibility. To really improve supply chain performance, companies need a consolidated view of the end-to-end supply chain, and the ability to leverage that visibility for deep analysis and quick action.

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Supply Chain Action Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The point of diminishing returns can be reached fairly quickly, but if you are not there yet, it may be your most significant point of leverage for improved supply chain performance. The capability of warehousing to know what is exactly where and pick, pack and ship it in a timely and efficient way.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 31, 2016

Some businesses overlook just how important their supply chain is to customer satisfaction. It’s not unusual for example, for companies to measure their supply chain performance only on the basis of financial metrics like supply chain cost per order. Inventory Management in the Warehouse.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Logistics is one component of the overall supply chain and is impacted by supply chain changes. At the same time, an effective logistics strategy can improve supply chain management and overall supply chain performance. Once you have set it up, have them collected, shipped and delivered.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This metric bears continual observation in the coming months. The other is the related increased terrorist attacks on global wide shipping occurring in the Red Sea region that is ongoing. The combined implications have been significant spikes in spot shipping rates and transit times.

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