3PL Insights

AUGUST 16, 2021

Big data is only useful if you understand the metrics and can connect them to the important areas of your business. But how do we turn inventory management data and other key metrics into business intelligence? The turn rate is an important metric for measuring inventory management and sales. Please take this 4-minute survey.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2023

If you are implementing a warehouse management system, for example, you scan something, you put it away, you store items, you replenish, you build pallets. Planner Metrics – They implemented adoption metrics on how often planners were using the planning application or if they were experiencing any pain points in the system.

Supply Chain Planning Software 175

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

New survey finds that most companies are still formulating and gaining support for a digital strategy, with fear of change and data challenges as leading roadblocks. . To access the full report, please visit www.ToolsGroup.com/DT-survey . ###. PRESS RELEASE. BOSTON, Mass. and HOUSTON, Tex. About ToolsGroup.

Supply Chain Planning Software 136

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 11, 2022

survey , 57% of manufacturing CFOs agree that proficiency and knowledge to create an effective plan to operationalize and transition the business into a digitalized and automated manufacturer is the most critical factor globally. The modern CFO. According to the 2021 SYSPRO CFO 4.0 Diversification of business operations. The SYSPRO CFO 4.0

Manufacturing Procurement 105

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This involves keeping track of critical distribution metrics such as how many orders were shipped out on time because this is vital to determine how efficient their processes are, how satisfied customers will be, and whether they need to make improvements. The OTIF metric isn’t just for measuring delivery performance.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Unleashed

APRIL 9, 2024

To measure how effective a company is at delivering complete orders on time, you can use the aptly named On Time in Full (OTIF) metric. OTIF meaning On Time in Full (OTIF) is a supply chain management metric that tracks a supplier’s ability to meet delivery promises. Why is OTIF an important supply chain management metric?

Vendor Strategies 52

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QAD

JANUARY 6, 2022

In 2020, Deloitte conducted an extensive survey about digital transformation and found that: “Digitally mature companies enjoy a wide range of specific benefits arising from their digital transformations that include, but go well beyond, the bottom line. The authors refer to the bounty of benefits that accrue from digital maturity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 93

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American Global Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2024

Based on a survey of economists, the WSJ reported expectations of recession had dropped markedly. This flash metric registered at 50.3 It is calculated by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and is based on a survey of logistics professionals. Warehousing utilization and prices are increasing.

Supply Chain Strategy 52

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crisp

DECEMBER 15, 2021

A recent survey of procurement leaders showed a 15-20% increase in ROI when using data and analytics to make decisions. That same survey showed that up to 50% of procurement teams’ time was spent looking for data. These ‘ driver metrics ’ can give you an early signal to act on before your outcome is impacted.

Procurement Analytics 98

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 6, 2014

Consumer packaged goods companies are paid when the goods land in the retailer’s warehouse, not when they cross the register, and trade funds can distort the demand signal. The studies for the VMI and the Retail Scorecard surveys are still open. The book, Metrics That Matter , is almost finished. We would love your input.

Supply Chain Software 296

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Using technology to improve last mile metrics is essential to driving last mile costs down, but how do shippers know if the technology is helping or hurting? In fact, 72 percent of survey respondents believe it is very important to improve access to data for in-transit shipments, which includes last mile delivery.

Metrics 153

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 23, 2022

Despite the slowdown in transportation, survey respondents reportedly still indicate growth in the sector, just at a slower pace than seen over the prior 18 months. Also reported was less change in Inventory and Warehousing metrics as costs continue to grow and capacity remains tight. warehouses. . s major retailers.

Supply Chain Optimization 59

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

The recently released National Retail Security Survey shows that total shrink in 2021 reported by retailers is now almost a $100 billion problem. Small businesses getting squeezed out in push for warehouse space. The goal is to reduce or avoid one billion metric tons (a gigaton) of greenhouse gasses from the global value chain by 2030.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 184

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BlueYonder

MAY 23, 2023

According to Miguel Cossio of Gartner in his session “The Path to Reinvention to the Supply Chain of the Future,” about half of CEOs and executive teams surveyed believe that supply chain is equally as important to business success as other functions.

Gartner 52

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Lucas

JULY 3, 2018

WERC’s Annual DC Measures Survey is a great tool for benchmarking your distribution center and warehouse operations, but it’s also a valuable resource for identifying trends across the industry. This year’s survey showed the growing importance of labor-related metrics in assessing DC performance.

DC 11

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Yes, all parties have metrics and KPIs that help them know when to switch carriers or where to throttle ordering, but that’s not acceptable to customers. The survey also found that although many companies have arranged international shipments early this year, most continue to rely on the spot freight market to move goods.”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 237

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Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

Sustainable e Commerce Matters to Consumers According to a recent consumer survey, 88% of consumers say sustainability is important to their purchasing decisions, and 66% say sustainability has become more important to them since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The problem?

Examples 52

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

By Mary Hart “We’re thinking of adding robotics to our retail warehouse, but I’m worried about the change. I just want it to work…” Our retail sales executives hear statements just like this from anxious warehouse managers all the time. Here’s why retail warehouse managers can ease their worries about saying “yes” to robots.

Warehousing 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Organizations can align to drive value despite the allegiance to functional metrics. As long as companies are motivated by functional metrics, inventory management will be an enigma. Ironically, the organization efficiently produces goods that will only sit in the warehouse. Transition functional metrics to focus on reliability.

S&OP 195

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

I believed that we would find a company with the lowest distribution costs (warehousing and transportation), and the lowest manufacturing costs, and this would result in the best overall cost structure. This starts by clearly defining the roles of each function, and then focusing the cross-functional teams on the same metrics.

Manufacturing Procurement 285

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 1, 2014

Yet, the attendees wanted to discuss Lean warehousing. And finally, our survey on supply chain planning is closing. In this survey we find out some benchmark metrics on the number of demand planners per item, and the rate of adoption of demand and supply chain planning systems. Aggressively Get and Use Channel Data.

Supply Chain Planning Software 289

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Home February 12, 2024 Overcome Retail Warehouse Automation Anxiety with Robots Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager “We’re thinking of adding robotics to our retail warehouse, but I’m worried about the change. You have nothing to fear from adding robots into your retail warehouse operations and everything to gain.

Warehousing 52

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Home February 12, 2024 Overcome Retail Warehouse Automation Anxiety with Robots Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager “We’re thinking of adding robotics to our retail warehouse, but I’m worried about the change. You have nothing to fear from adding robots into your retail warehouse operations and everything to gain.

Warehousing 52

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Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 15, 2015

Citation count is a metric we use to separate great inventory book from their peers - Lastly, we carefully review each inventory book and make a final cut Results Drum roll please! Effective control of inventory requires a broad spectrum of knowledge.

Inventory Reduction 100

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 20, 2018

To gain insights on that question and more, Adelante SCM and BluJay Solutions conducted a web survey of supply chain and logistics professionals in March 2018. A total of 137 respondents completed the survey from Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics Service Provider, and other companies in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

Innovation 100

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HICX Solutions

AUGUST 11, 2021

As Ramit describes, “Procurement teams really went out aggressively looking for more available suppliers,” adding, “Another example would be in the warehouse network,” with ramifications of materials being shipped to potentially closed locations needing to be dealt with. Other areas now in the spotlight include resilience and logistics.

Procurement Analytics 52

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IQMS

JULY 2, 2018

Manufacturers in the high-performance cohort captured in our latest survey are using real-time monitoring to aggregate metrics and gain a 360-degree view of manufacturing operations accessible from any mobile or handheld device. 53% rely on real-time monitoring to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) accuracy.

Manufacturing Procurement 71

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The Supply Chainer Report

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Acording to McKinsey Global Survey of challenges ahead for supply chain; Reducing Operating costs and Inventory levels , are the main goals for Supply Chain Top Management. But having excess in the bottom (Local or Central Warehouses) it blocks the normal flow of materials from the the top. Prevention. Self-Analysis.

Material Savings 40

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

While you can’t bring beanbag chairs into a warehouse or production facility, you can create a friendly environment where workers feel at home and comfortable in their workspace. Conduct Employee Engagement Surveys Periodically. A great way to obtain feedback from your employees is to conduct anonymous surveys.

Supply Chain 95

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

This technology is helping to lower costs, increase productivity, and improve key performance metrics. Warehouses are starting to become 100% autonomous by using robots. Plus, they can work at night, survey the warehouse multiple times and compare results for a more accurate picture. Autonomous Technology. IoT Technology.

Supply Chain Software 95

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Elementum

MAY 1, 2018

In a 2017 survey by the Business Continuity Institute (BCI), 65 percent of respondents had experienced at least one supply chain disruption in the last year, with 44 percent of the disruptions occurring at Tier 1. Establish appropriate metrics that correspond with the steps outlined in your contingency plan.

Pharmaceutical 94

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Parallelly, if the demand slows down, excess inventory can take up expensive storage space in both warehouses as well as stores. From warehouse inventory to transport and shipping, demand is the key driver while determining supply chain operations. Demand-driven Variability. This eliminates bottlenecks and delayed deliveries.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Zipline Logistics

MARCH 31, 2020

It measures on-time delivery performance and tracks metrics through a supplier scorecard given to all vendors working with Publix. . Publix calculates this metric monthly and reported to vendors. . On-time delivery performance is one of the most critical metrics for Publix suppliers to master.

Vendor Strategies 52

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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. The discontinuation of SKUs that have low sales volumes, high return rates, or high storage costs, can save on warehouse space, and handling fees.

Inventory Reduction 52

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

You use a Voice of the Customer (VoC) survey to obtain negatives and positives from your customers. These metrics would, of course, be aligned and are updated every hour. The metrics are also manual as automatic metric systems cannot retrieve the information at an hourly frequency as these metrics are process inputs and not outputs.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2016

I did not understand warehousing and transportation until reassignment to a logistics role in 1985. The metrics reward functional thinking. The results are from different surveys each with a bias. (It This lack of alignment is an impediment to improving balance sheet results. I am a product of traditional, silo-based thinking.

Supply Chain Design Software 161

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HICX Solutions

OCTOBER 13, 2020

In our second interview in the series on ‘Solving the Procurement Data Dilemma,’ which supports a full survey carried out by HICX and Raconteur on the subject, Gren Manuel speaks to Richard Wilding, OBE. However, this approach will not be fit for the future. Don’t forget to download your full copy to read more.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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