Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 28, 2024

According to research by Ernst & Young LLP, the global consulting firm, as the Covid crisis recedes, supply chain executives are losing the strategic gains they made with their C-suite counterparts. 28% of supply chain leaders cite cost reduction as one of the top three priorities currently.

Supply Chain Execution 282

Supply Chain Execution Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 282

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2025

Supply chain sustainability is increasingly important for companies facing expectations from investors, regulators, customers, and employees. Integrating ESG across supply chains presents clear operational and strategic challenges that require focused attention. Data collection and verification remain areas of concern.

Supply Chain Design Software 241

Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Sustainability Resource Reduction 241

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 17, 2025

Historically, supply chain leaders managed supply chains in a world of abundance. There are many factors: war, supply shortages, climate change, labor (knowledge and availability), and shifts in governmental regulation. Functional metrics align to bonus incentives, but progress in supply chains remains evasive.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Scenario Planning 195

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

The formula for OTIF is: Measuring a supply chain against OTIF metrics is a key strategy that helps decision makers attach a tangible value to the success of their fulfillment and allows them to determine key strategies.

Optimal Sourcing 227

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies Sourcing Strategies 227

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

For years, supply chains were engineered to be lean. Recent years have brought a series of disruptions that exposed vulnerabilities in how supply chains are designed. Recent years have brought a series of disruptions that exposed vulnerabilities in how supply chains are designed.

Optimal Sourcing 218

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Optimization Cost Reduction Strategies 218

ivalua

MAY 29, 2025

Procurement and supply chain management are often used interchangeably—but in practice, the lines between them can blur in ways that create real friction. In this blog, we cover the key differences between procurement and supply chain management, and explain where the biggest disconnects typically occur.

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For over a decade, since founding Supply Chain Insights in 2012, I have pounded the keyboard, asking business leaders to think more holistically about the impact of supply chain decisions on the firm’s value, the improvement of a value chain, and the impact on the environment. Thirteen years. Change is Hard.

Supply Chain Design Software 221

Supply Chain Design Software Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 221

ivalua

MAY 10, 2025

If you’re exploring procurement technology, chances are you’re not just looking for a better tool – rather, you’re looking for a smarter, scalable strategy. AI, automation, and generative tools are redefining efficiency, allowing procurement teams to move from reactive to proactive decision-making.

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Analytics Software 130

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Yes, a time when well-meaning supply chain leaders share their strategy decks for the upcoming year and ask me for an opinion. We implemented technology assuming that they would come along and support the program. Supply chain leaders love shiny objects. IT teams love to bolt in software. The reason?

Cost Reduction Strategies 413

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Strategy 413

RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Healthcare providers are leveraging efficient supply chains to ensure critical supplies reach patients when needed most.

Sourcing Strategies 96

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 96

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 14, 2025

New forms of technology are an enabler. Neil’s post in response to my post of Driving Value From Outside-in Planning : In her post, ‘Driving Value from Supply Chain Planning’, Lora Cecere provides great supply chain analysis and benchmarking for her supply chains to admire.

Modeling 320

Modeling Material Savings Supply and Demand Vendor Strategies 320

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 21, 2025

The Industrial Sustainability Playbook by ARC Advisory Group provides strategic guidance on integrating sustainability into core logistics and supply chain functions.

Supply Chain Strategy 236

Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software Sustainability Supply Chain Design 236

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

” Here is an excerpt from the article: “…it isn’t by becoming more efficient that the supply chains of Wal-Mart, Dell, and Amazon have given those companies an edge over their competitors. According to my research, top-performing supply chains possess three very different qualities.

Supply Chain Planning Software 377

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 377

SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The global supply chain landscape is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the intricacies of international commerce. Developing Analytical Skills Data analysis is at the heart of effective supply chain management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics Software Forecasting Software Predictive Analytics Software 97

ToolsGroup

MAY 8, 2025

Yet, despite significant investments in tools and talent, many organizations still struggle to connect strategic vision with real-world operations. Ideally, it connects sales, marketing, supply chain, finance, and operations in a seamless flow. It connects strategy and execution with features built for modern supply chains: 1.

Inventory Reduction 156

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 156

GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2021

As supply chains become more impacted by market disruptions and unpredictable events, they’re also becoming more critical to a company’s customer experience levels and bottom line. Why Monitor Transportation Metrics. Why Monitor Transportation Metrics. Actionable data is one of the most critical business drivers.

Metrics 334

Metrics Transportation Vendor Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software 334

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JUNE 10, 2025

Now for the Do’s & Don’ts In the dynamic world of FMCG, your Route to Market (RTM) strategy and distributor partnerships can make or break your brand’s success. Do Invest in Distributor Capability Building : Provide training, digital tools, and performance incentives. Ensure margins are fair and sustainable.

Inventory Reduction 165

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 165

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

He is responsible for driving strategy, customer engagement, and industry analysis. Advanced Analytics Tools: DAT offers sophisticated analytics tools to help users analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and optimize their freight operations.

Optimal Sourcing 246

Optimal Sourcing Freight Analytics Software Forecasting 246

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

The global supply chain is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, availability of reasonably priced logistics, and low variability. In March 2023, the Global Supply Chain Pressure Index fell to the lowest level since November 2008. Over the past three years, supply chain cycles shifted.

Supply Chain Planning Software 417

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 417

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Ever feel like your supply chain is a tangled mess of spreadsheets, frantic phone calls, and last-minute scrambles? It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. You’re not alone. That’s where data analytics comes in.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Modeling Inventory Reduction 98

ivalua

MAY 30, 2025

As supply chains become more interconnected and risks more dynamic, traditional procurement tools fall short. In this blog, you’ll learn what AI agents are, how they differ from traditional procurement software, where they deliver real-world impact, and how to overcome adoption challenges.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills 130

ivalua

MAY 30, 2025

As supply chains become more interconnected and risks more dynamic, traditional procurement tools fall short. In this blog, you’ll learn what AI agents are, how they differ from traditional procurement software, where they deliver real-world impact, and how to overcome adoption challenges.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills 130

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. However, each user has their own instance of the software.

Vendor Strategies 306

Vendor Strategies Material Savings Resource Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 306

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 26, 2021

Supply chain is an industry slow to change. Large shippers still use Excel spreadsheets to plan their operations, and even the most beneficial logistics technology is sometimes looked at warily. Supply chain technology that is “beyond TMS” adds an array of necessary components. COVID changed everything.

Supply Chain Planning Software 269

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software 269

ivalua

JUNE 9, 2025

In this type of environment, traditional procurement software and manual processes are insufficient – and many procurement teams are looking to artificial intelligence (AI) for answers. Without the right tools, it’s difficult to properly vet vendors or catch the early warning signs of potential fraud or other issues.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics 130

Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 6, 2020

This is a story for the Eds, Franks, and Toms working together in supply chains across the globe. It is also a story for a young supply chain manager attempting to make a difference, but feeling stymied. My job, as the plant engineering manager, was to drive innovation and implement technology improvement.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 362

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 362

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President Supply Chain, Ferguson. Mr. Jacobs is the senior vice president for supply chain at Ferguson. While nominally a distributor, “supply chain management is our core competency. In particular, Ferguson’s supply chain is built for speed and to provide high service levels.

Supply Chain Design Software 300

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Network Design Software 300

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2025

Supply chain leaders today are bombarded with noiseconstant chatter about AI, rising complexity, uncertainty, disruptions, trade policies, and geopolitics. Simultaneously, the landscape of supply chain planning is shifting due to both rapid advancements in technology and workforce changes.

Supply Chain Software 152

Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 152

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Key Components of Scalable Production Several key elements contribute to a scalable manufacturing operation: Flexible Manufacturing Equipment: Your equipment should leverage technology to be adaptable, allowing quick adjustments to output levels as demand changes. Supply Chain Vulnerabilities: Your suppliers need to scale with you.

Material Savings 92

Material Savings Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 92

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic tested the global supply chain. Like riding a bumpy road, the supply chain leader is riding the ups and downs of changing market conditions facing greater variability day-to-day. Here, based on interviews with supply chain leaders, I share lessons learned. It will not be over soon.

Supply Chain Planning Software 355

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand Procurement Analytics 355

ToolsGroup

MARCH 11, 2025

Demand forecasting is a critical strategy for supply chain management that can dramatically improve business decision-making and financial performance. However, securing leadership buy-in for demand forecasting technology requires a strategic approach that clearly demonstrates value.

Forecasting 156

Forecasting Inventory Reduction Forecasting Software Price Reduction 156

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2025

His comments reflected a long-term orientation: technology and strategy are expected to evolve in parallel with shifts in the global supply chain environment. He emphasized that tools must speak the same language to support efficient, intelligent operations.

Supply Chain Design Software 217

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Forecasting Software 217

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2021

Each year, we compile a list of top-performing Supply Chains, termed the Supply Chains to Admire. This week, while all my friends are on vacation, I am writing the final report for the Supply Chains to Admire. Our goal is to continually redefine the definition of supply chain excellence.

Supply Chain Planning Software 370

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design 370

Precoro

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Procurement AI enables teams to quickly process mountains of data, uncover hidden patterns, and automate repetitive tasks like invoice processing and supplier evaluations. Read on to explore key AI use cases in procurement, the challenges businesses face, strategies to overcome them, and the exciting opportunities AI brings for the future.

Price Reduction 105

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Expense Reduction 105

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 21, 2025

This year’s conference brought together industry leaders, tech pioneers, and retail professionals to address challenges and opportunities, to explore technologies and strategies that promise to revolutionize the industry. Here are the key insights we gathered firsthand at this year’s event.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Inventory Reduction Price Reduction 156

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Samuel Parker and Joe Lynch discuss DAT iQ: the metrics that matter. DAT iQ provides freight intelligence to inform your budget and procurement strategies so you can navigate market volatility with greater confidence and agility. Source capacity with precision using supply and demand metrics and forecasts.

Metrics 246

Metrics Logistics Network Optimization Software Analytics Software Optimal Sourcing 246

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 24, 2022

Life for the supply chain leader is more complex. We are living in a world of rich supply chain case studies. Each day, the Wall Street Journal features a supply chain failure as front-page news. Traditional processes accelerate the bullwhip impact leaving leaders chained and forced into reactive behavior.

Supply Chain Planning Software 397

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 397