Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

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Supply Chain Software 257

Supply Chain Software Warehousing Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills 257

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

In addition, 26% of respondents agree their organizations lack adequate systems for defining and triggering a response to supply chain disruption, while a quarter (25%) have an inability to effectively assess the risk of individual suppliers. The study also found that suppliers will be vital for successfully ensuring supply continuity. “As

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Disruption Supply Chain Software 130

ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Together with its strategic partner Optis Consulting, Ivalua’s solution has digitally enabled FCL’s policies and processes for core procurement activities, including sourcing and contract management. About Federated Co-operatives Limited and the Co-operative Retailing System. learn more, please visit www.optisconsulting.com.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Predictive Analytics Software 130

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. As a result, the entire organization gamed the system to improve personal gain. Focus on Cost.

Procurement Analytics 219

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 219

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. As a result, the entire organization gamed the system to improve personal gain. Focus on Cost.

Procurement Analytics 195

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 195

Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

March 21 was the second annual iteration of World Sustainable Procurement Day , an online event organized by the Sustainable Procurement Pledge team, SPP Chapters, SPP Champions, and partners to raise awareness about the importance of ethical procurement and to share the best sustainability practices with organizations worldwide.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Goods move through 25 ports of entry into North America and 10 in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The supply plan will include the procurement plan for their raw material supplies (Tier 2) needed for their finished goods suppliers (Tier 1). The company works with 13 ocean carriers and 7 air carriers.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 211

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 211

NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

During her 24 years at Honda of America, she helped implement many of the supply chain best practices that have now become renowned, including cost modeling, supplier development, supplier quality assurance, lean manufacturing, and many others, which evolved under the original North America leadership of Dave Nelson.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 52

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The surging Delta virus, devastating floods in China and Germany and cyber attacks on South African ports are amongst the latest in a series of events that continue to send shock waves throughout the system. The impact? Real-time visibility into “static goods” — wherever they may be — is the foundation for managing through volatility.

Rail Software 188

Rail Software Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 188

Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

I have spent a great deal of time talking to engineers, maintenance and procurement professionals involved in MRO,” says Will Brummett, Vice President of Sales, North America, for RS Integrated Supply. “I I have learned a lot about the challenges they face.” The solution? The solution? The challenge?

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Price Reduction 52

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

While many companies assemble great sourcing and procurement teams when it comes time to renegotiate freight contracts, they often fail to provide good documentation that allows them to negotiate from a position of strength. Once that’s in place, CFOs will notice: Improved margin by lowering your cost of goods sold. Reduced working capital.

Waste Reduction 197

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 197

DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Beef, poultry and pork producers from Europe and North America all share a similar challenge: how to get the most value out of an animal. The right planning system will support every link in the supply chain — sales, logistics, supply chain, procurement, operations, planning, customer service and management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 189

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 189

ivalua

APRIL 11, 2022

Implementation of the project was led by Optis’ expert consulting team with support from Ivalua professional services, allowing TELUS to streamline their procurement processes through a simplified system that manages spend, ensures compliance, provides a rich catalog of products and services, and creates a full digital record of purchases.

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Canada Purchasing Skills 130

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Lack of system integrations and actionable insights are stopping organizations from accurately measuring performance. The study revealed the challenges procurement teams face when it comes to achieving business objectives and the wide and growing gap in performance between advanced and less mature teams.

Supply Chain Planning Software 47

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Study Supply Chain Software 47

ivalua

MARCH 14, 2019

Ivalua builds momentum as technology platform of choice for public sector procurement. eMaryland Marketplace Advantage is a technologically advanced electronic procurement system designed to make state procurement and business processes more efficient, transparent, secure, and user friendly for all stakeholders.

Maryland 124

Maryland Analytics Software Procurement Sourcing Strategies 124

Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

RS Integrated Supply, a global provider of outsourced storeroom management and procurement services, was hired to handle all indirect procurement, including storeroom management, on their behalf. Not having to manage the indirect procurement process retains advantages for the client. Interested in our services?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Food Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Software 52

Synovos

DECEMBER 5, 2023

RS Integrated Supply, a global provider of outsourced storeroom management and procurement services, was hired to handle all indirect procurement, including storeroom management, on their behalf. Not having to manage the indirect procurement process retains advantages for the client. Interested in our services?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 52

BlueYonder

JANUARY 3, 2023

Luciano Sieber, Vice President of End-to-End Supply Chain for North America at Colgate-Palmolive, sums up the need to recognize and master volatility: “Resilience has a clear definition at Colgate: thriving in a world of uncertainty.” They need to understand data, systems and how they interact.

Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 94

Resilinc

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

We are chasing around North America trying to find other suppliers—at much higher rates,” the CEO of an Edmonton food manufacturer told the CBC. Or do other factors such as the low costs, efficient logistics, and high-quality manufacturing available in these regions offset the growing risks of coastal flooding?

Supply Chain Design Software 62

Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design 62

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2021

They also have 20 sourcing locations across North America from which they can ship make to stock products. Demand planning is improved when the sales opportunities in a customer relationship management system are a data source for the forecasting. This closed loop procurement in turn helps ensure products are made on schedule.

Optimal Sourcing 157

Optimal Sourcing Innovation Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 157

Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 1, 2023

In the initial launch that begins on July 26, the program will consist of a beta exam being available that includes access to a learning system, and a second chance to take the exam. Apply systems thinking to develop, analyze, verify, and validate concept alternatives for transformation. We especially applaud ASCM in this approach.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Transformation Buyer Training 52

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 9, 2022

In fact, today you can procure freight rates from your transportation providers right in your TMS. There are many reasons to supplement your spot freight procurement with automated processes sooner rather than later. Access real-time rates earlier in your procurement process—making it easier to cover loads and secure quality service.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Analytics Software Optimization Software 70

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

More specifically, it took 83 days for container transport from Europe to Asia, and 88 days from North America to Asia. Utilising one platform to collect and analyse data for the entire supply chain helps to achieve better visibility and transparency within the system. AI WILL FACILITATE AGILE AND RESILIENT DECISION-MAKING.

Supply Chain Planning Software 246

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 246

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Now, it’s also important to realize that produce grown in North America may not be subject to lockdowns in Shanghai, but there’s another factor at play. Even more importantly, using an app and integrated systems like OneRail has transformed last-mile delivery experiences into something akin to using a favored residential takeout app.

Supply Chain Planning Software 238

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Retail 238

Bristlecone

MAY 31, 2020

Bristlecone has introduced several new fixed-price, fixed-scope offerings for SAP products across supply chain planning, procurement and execution. North America. S/4HANA system support for North American electronics company. IBP S&OP deployment replacing tech company’s homegrown system. Asia-Pacific.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement SAP Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 5, 2023

Reportedly, the counter proposal included UPS ’s agreement in doing away with a current two-tier compensation system that pays “ combination workers ”, who both drive and sort packages on weekend work shifts a lower compensation rate. This was a key demand for labor union management.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Report Supply and Demand North America 52

ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 10, 2019

The growing momentum around systems-based thinking in supply chain planning has given rise to the “digital twin”–the ultimate ‘what-if’ scenario planner. They drive benefits such as improved business planning and improved sourcing, procurement and supplier management. Digital twins will help mitigate supply chain risk .

Modeling 156

Modeling Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 156

Bristlecone

OCTOBER 29, 2020

There’s more to supply chain transformation than systems integration. Recent highlights include: Go-lives across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Procurement solutions for contracts and commerce automation. PROCESS CONSULTING – BUILDING A SOLID FOUNDATION. Process Design. Performance Management.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Modeling 52

ivalua

APRIL 30, 2019

Ivalua has announced the findings of a worldwide survey of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders, on the status of their digital transformations, the obstacles encountered and keys to success. To download the full “The Path to Effective Procurement Transformation” study* please click here. About Ivalua.

Study 30

Study Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 30

QAD

APRIL 11, 2023

That said, Autokiniton, the second-largest Body-In-White and vehicle-frame supplier in North America, was as ready as any business could be when an EF-3 tornado struck its Eastgate Plant in Tennessee and damaged another nearby.

Lebanon 95

Lebanon Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 95

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Next, emerging technology brought voice systems to the forefront of warehouse investments. Impact: Companies that were operating on home-grown or basic Tier 2 & Tier 3 logistics warehouse and transportation systems are finding themselves hindered and unable to scale, thus hindering their real potential growth.

Supply Chain Planning Software 72

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software Analytics Software 72

Enterra Insights

JUNE 14, 2019

All these recommendations are being made by AI systems. AI-powered systems are already helping doctors screen images, improve diagnoses and patient care, and identify high-risk patients. AI systems can relentlessly scour the internet to discover issues relating intellectual property rights. Agriculture. Healthcare. AI can help.

Supply Chain Network Software 113

Supply Chain Network Software Optimization Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 113

ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Vice President, North America Procurement. He has been in Procurement for a dozen years and spent the majority of his career in Banking at RBC in Canada. During his tenure at RBC, Francois lead the IT Sourcing Team and manage the implementation of their Sourcing to Pay systems. Francois Pilon.

North America 130

North America Canada Boston America 130

QAD

AUGUST 18, 2022

Those goals are as follows: Establish an end-to-end verification system to validate the legitimacy of a drug, all the way down to the package level. The same year, North America saw a record-high number of drug-related seizures stemming from illegitimate pharmaceuticals. consumers.”. Why is the DSCSA Important?

Pharmaceutical 95

Pharmaceutical Security Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 95

ivalua

JULY 20, 2020

The objective of FedRAMP is threefold: (1) Ensure that information systems/services used government-wide have adequate information security; (2) Eliminate duplication of effort and reduce risk management costs; and (3) Enable rapid and cost-effective procurement of information systems/services for federal agencies.

Optimal Sourcing 147

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Demand Planning Software Resource Reduction 147

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Con-way Truckload and Con-way Multimodal Join Forces to Launch New Intermodal Service for North America. CombineNet and Transplace Extend Partnership in Delivering Advanced Transportation Procurement Solution to North America. Robinson Introduces Navisphere App for Customers.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 100

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 18, 2018

While companies “talk” about collaboration with suppliers, in reality, the procurement organization is doing the opposite due to financial re-engineering placing more responsibility on the role of banks to fund working capital in the value chain. Driving True Improvement. We are pulling the data.

Optimal Sourcing 171

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Design Software 171