Arkieva

DECEMBER 4, 2024

KPIs: More Than Metrics – They’re Tools for Change was first posted on December 4, 2024 at 11:02 am. Learn how to design effective supply chain KPIs that drive organization change, align teams, and improve performance with actionable insights.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Protecting sensitive data—such as vehicle locations, driver information, and operational metrics—requires rigorous cybersecurity measures. Partnerships with specialized technology providers such as Samsara offer organizations the tools and support to manage these complexities more effectively.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Trusted by over 1,400 shippers—including 13 of the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 and 78 Fortune 500 companies—DAT iQ delivers real-time insights, benchmarking, and forecasting tools that optimize operations, mitigate risk, and improve profitability for supply chain shippers.

Optimal Sourcing 246

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Silvon Software

MAY 6, 2025

They integrate, align, and activate data across the business to drive better, faster decisions unlike legacy reporting tools that can’t. Packaged Analytics, KPIs & Reports Ready-to-use reports, metrics, and dashboards that accelerate time-to-insight.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 89

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Advanced route optimization tools further support these goals. Innovative tools provide actionable insights and improve operational efficiency Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI systems optimize routing and demand forecasting, reducing energy consumption and empty miles. Transparent goal-setting communicates commitment to stakeholders.

Optimal Sourcing 273

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Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 227

Optimal Sourcing Benchmarking Manufacturing Procurement Procurement 227

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

When a new tariff is proposed, companies using AI-based forecasting tools are often able to adjust their sourcing or logistics strategies well before the policy takes effect. These tools dont need to cover the entire network to be useful. Metrics must reflect the new priorities. AI also helps with scenario modeling.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Proactive Security Measures:DAT employs a range of proactive measures, including multi-factor authentication, advanced monitoring tools, and regular security testing, to safeguard user accounts and data, and to prevent fraudulent activities like identity theft and double brokering.

Optimal Sourcing 212

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Mr. Masson of ARC points out, “Each AI use case requires specific datasets and may necessitate different tools and techniques.” Not all the transactional data, just the data required to calculate a metric or make a decision. Decisions need to be digitized. The data needed to support AI digitization can be very granular.

Supply Chain Planning Software 290

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Analytics Software Forecasting Software 290

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 2, 2025

The issue is that when companies optimize functional metrics, they throw the supply chain out of balance and sub-optimize value. All our great tools in our toolbox to improve supply chain planning, but my observation is that we are trying to AI stupid. The most efficient supply chain (in terms of lowest cost) is not the most effective.

Optimal Sourcing 195

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Design Software 195

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 21, 2025

Today’s most effective forecasting tools incorporate advanced demand sensing capabilities, collaborative features, probabilistic modeling, and comprehensive tracking mechanisms for increased accuracy and accountability. Agent AI is emerging as a game-changing tool for understanding and responding to customer behavior in real-time.

Supply Chain Planning Software 156

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

A disruption at any point in the global logistics network including the average of 12 touch points from shipment packaging to final delivery can prove disastrous for profits, service levels, customer loyalty, and other key metrics. With the global e-commerce market predicted to reach $8.1

Supply Chain Planning Software 333

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Arkieva

MAY 12, 2021

A reoccurring challenge in comparing and combining diverse time series in demand forecasting is the “scale” – as it is in combining metrics. Tools of the Trade: How to Compare / Combine Diverse Time Series – “Normalizing” was first posted on May 12, 2021 at 8:04 am. This blog provides an example of one method called normalization.

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ToolsGroup

MAY 8, 2025

Yet, despite significant investments in tools and talent, many organizations still struggle to connect strategic vision with real-world operations. According to Gartner , early stages of S&OP maturity often lack formal processes, metrics, and cross-functional participation. The result?

Inventory Reduction 156

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Advanced planning tools(APS) never considered the issues of logistics. Watermelon Metrics Don’t Drive The Right Results. I love the metaphor of watermelon metrics. The issue is that traditional functional metrics drive underperformance—the greater the variability, the larger the gap. What are functional metrics?

Supply Chain Planning Software 355

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

We’ll examine the key components of efficient supply chains, explore essential performance metrics, and uncover the fundamental drivers that influence efficiency. Technology integration: Leveraging digital tools to enhance visibility and decision-making. This post delves into the core drivers of supply chain efficiency.

Sourcing Strategies 96

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Taulia

DECEMBER 6, 2024

How are companies rethinking their liquidity management strategies in response to the recent degradation across major working capital metrics? In the wake of economic uncertainty, many companies have experienced a degradation in key working capital metrics.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Benchmarking Manufacturing Procurement Modeling 156

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2025

It is a practical tool, actively helping fleets reduce idle time, improve safety, and gain real-time situational awareness across the supply chain. V2X is not simply a standalone tool, it is the connector for IoT infrastructure that drives informed decision-making. Focus on what drives profit and safety, not just innovation.

Supply Chain Network Software 147

Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Software 147

Logility

APRIL 28, 2025

But what seems like a simple case requires multiple agents and AI tools interpreting a disruption, assessing impact, optimizing multiple alternative scenarios, selecting the best, communicating rerouting instructions, updating customers, and so on. But if you ask LEA the same question, you’ll receive a personalized response.

Supply Chain Planning Software 147

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

By replacing manual, paper-based processes with digital tools, you can transform your warehouse into a highly efficient, accurate, and connected operation. Mobile Communication Tools Push-to-talk functionality on smartphones allows instant team communication without extra devices.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction Inventory Management Software Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 28, 2020

As a result, this client could not be successful with any demand tool with this level of variability. Use data and new metrics systems to free the organization from the ball and chain of corporate politics. Use data and new metrics systems to free the organization from the ball and chain of corporate politics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 418

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The MTSS platform plays a pivotal role in this process by offering sophisticated tools that facilitate the customization of educational experiences. MTSS platforms support the development of these analytical skills by integrating advanced tools and resources that allow learners to engage with real-world data sets.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

As regulations across the globe strengthen, the pressure to collect, report, and organize emission-related metrics has never been higher. Across the globe, requirements for stricter reporting on complex metrics are increasing. In 2021, 99 percent of S&P 500 companies reported ESG-related information.

Report 317

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The metrics were not aligned. Map the different metrics and incentives in the organization to behavior. Use network design and planning tools to show flow.) At that time, Fred started pressuring the organization on the DOI (days of inventory) levels. He wanted control of the warehouse to reduce logistics costs. Delay judgement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2021

Promotion Management is defined as optimizing the utilization of tools, strategies, and resources to promote a product that will generate additional demand. With the availability of a multitude of tools and digital solutions, all this processing and prediction can be easily automated. The answer lies in promotion management. .

Inventory Management Software 290

Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Optimal Sourcing 290

My Office Apps

OCTOBER 21, 2024

VRM can also include essential features such as vendor GL (General Ledger) setup, multiple contacts, email integration, multi-location management, and vendor notes—making it an even more powerful tool when integrated into ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and inventory software. Why is Vendor Relationship Management Important?

Vendor Strategies 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In our first post on the use of gamification as an employee attraction and retention tool, we shared a short definition and dove a little deeper on two of the three pillars of gamification, personal pride and socialization. Leaderboards on any manner of metric are an easy example of competitive gamification.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Identify metrics, analytics and projects to drive business improvements. DASSAULT SYSTÈMES has been on the path of enabling manufacturers with digitalization tools for many years. There were two primary issues to the discussion: how do we accomplish the goal of operational excellence and where do we start?

Supply Chain Design Software 358

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

In the annual report where they report on their key performance indicators (KPIs), they don’t just report on core financial metrics and the NPS, they also have people metrics. The company has shown sustained improvement on this metric. The company uses a network design tool from Coupa. The company recorded 1.9

Supply Chain Design Software 305

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Network Design Software 305

ToolsGroup

JUNE 8, 2021

A proof of concept (POC) is an increasingly common method to select the best supply chain software vendor for your company, yet many supply chain practitioners still lean on the traditional RFI (request for information) tool. 6 Focus on the wrong metric. RFIs also assume the organization is focusing on the right metrics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 245

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 245

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

JULY 3, 2024

Internal Perspective: Performance Monitoring: KPIs and Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor distributor performance. Track metrics such as sales volume, market share, inventory levels, and customer satisfaction. Utilize inventory management tools and techniques to optimize stock levels.

Inventory Reduction 263

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Price Mitigation Strategies 263

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

Knowledge Graphs are emerging as an important tool for building advanced AI capabilities. They prepare equipment for maintenance, do isolation (disconnect a piece of equipment from the flow of chemicals by closing valves), look at quality or reliability metrics, and do rounds. Al Syed elaborated.

Negotiating Skills 200

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

According to the Global Supply Chain Disruption and Future Strategies Survey Report, this goal was the top-ranked planned tool investment. And the linked nature of supply chains mean that collaboration is necessary to ensure that a solution to a problem doesn’t meet the metrics for one link but negatively impact another.

Supply Chain Visibility 331

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 9, 2025

Strategic sourcing and innovative solutions are often viewed as two distinct procurement tools, but they should not be seen in isolation. A study by Hackett Group found that companies using automated procurement tools reduced their operational costs by 25%. Ensure that these tools can scale with your business.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Negotiating Skills 98

Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The implementation of decision support tools needs to be a way of life. In addition, I am now done with the page proofs for my new book, Metrics that Matter. Instead, he wants to drive supply chain excellence and build the metrics that matter. What can we learn from this table, and the research? The book is a story.

Supply Chain Planning Software 379

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