Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 25, 2020

Will the trend toward a return to “regional manufacturing” boost volumes in over the road transportation in North America as manufacturers move away from Asian overseas operations? Transportation logistics software solutions play a key role in effectuating this change. This strategy is not without its risks though.

Manufacturing Procurement 142

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Gartner Supply Chain Network Software 142

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2021

He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. The department educates students to succeed in careers such as procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and customer service.

Supply Chain Software 130

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. They were able to take variable costs, fixed costs, transport costs, different transport types and many other options into account. .

Modeling 177

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

And a FourKites survey of 350+ supply chain leaders tells us that the past few years of supply chain disruptions — including COVID-19, market volatility, global political conflict, material shortages and extreme weather events — drove 73% of respondents to begin investing in supply chain visibility, with 46% planning to invest more in 2023.

Waste Reduction 197

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

The peak season definition is a continued evolution of the seasons in transportation. Even once a vaccine was available, additional breakouts of new variants in Shanghai put the brakes on transportation expectations for the Produce Shipping Season in 2022. When and What Is Peak Season ? Q2: The Produce Shipping Season.

Supply Chain Planning Software 237

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Retail 237

Ware2Go

JUNE 20, 2023

In this age of globalization, using ocean freight to transport goods is increasingly important to emerging brands. Manufacturing Costs Manufacturing costs in North America are higher than those in other global areas, such as China. Likewise, other alternatives include India and Latin America.

Negotiating Skills 98

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Enterra Insights

MAY 16, 2023

” A McKinsey survey found, “Seventy-four percent of survey respondents say they’re trading down. For all but the Silent Group, transportation is the next largest expenditure. Changing shopping habits. McKinsey analysts note, “Consumers are changing their shopping habits — but not all in the same way.”

Analytics Software 130

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 7, 2022

We now add highlights of March and Q1-2022 key global transportation and logistics indices. Global and Domestic Transportation and Logistics Indices. Data published at the end of March indicates that for movement of ocean container shipping transit from Asia to North America , the average time had declined to 108 days, upwards of 15.4

Global Transportation 52

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

To better understand why certain brands get on shelves over others and how CPG brands can stand out in the competitive market, Zipline Logistics surveyed retail buyers from UNFI, Costco, KeHe, Giant Eagle, Target, and more. Surveying retail buyers isn’t the only way Zipline Logistics has gained retail expertise over the years.

Cost Reduction Strategies 81

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Talking Logistics

MAY 22, 2017

As part of a natural evolution of their existing offerings, many carriers and brokers are looking to managed transportation services (MTS) to provide greater value for their customers and growth for their organization. Shippers buying MTS don’t just buy transportation – they buy simplicity. There is lots of demand for niche experts.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 50

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 50

Stord

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Fresh Del Monte has been looking for additional ways to grow its distribution network and leverage underutilized assets, including shipping vessels, transportation vehicles, warehouses, and now its cold storage infrastructure. Fresh Del Monte Produce is traded on the NYSE under the symbol FDP.

Supply Chain Software 60

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2015

A recent survey conducted by ETF has revealed that 3PL service providers are quite optimistic regarding their company’s business prospects in the next 12 months. Other emerging markets include South America (not including Mexico), India, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Mexico.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The Event The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) recently concluded its ASCM CONNECT 2023 North America Conference. The latest ASCM salary survey bore that out with 90 plus percent of individuals indicating their intent in continuing to be in the supply chain management function over the next five years.

Conference 105

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

The company has 11 production facilities across North America and China. For example, a few analysts might be tasked with discovering how the profitability of an order is linked to the transportation costs associated with that order. GEON, headquartered in Westlake Ohio, has about 1000 employees.

Supply Chain Planning Software 235

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 25, 2021

According to the report , the largest brands in North America reported an 8% decline in on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery performance at retail customers throughout 2020. This performance decrease also came as shippers were forced to pay more in transportation costs across the board. Why Does CPG Logistics Performance Matter?

Procurement Analytics 69

Procurement Analytics Food Report Optimal Sourcing 69

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 17, 2022

A further data point to these notions can be found in a newly released C-Suite Outlook Mid-Year survey report, published by The Conference Board. This survey of a reported 750 CEO’s and other C-Suite executives was conducted in May 2022, among executives based in North America , Latin America , Asia and Europe.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 31, 2014

When the added costs of transportation and inventory working capital impacts are added, there is a solid logic to bringing manufacturing back to North America. Mexico has become more attractive, and many companies are looking at alternative sourcing in Latin and South America.

Supply Chain Planning Software 265

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply and Demand 265

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 12, 2015

Market Update: Transportation Industry News. In the transportation industry, there are many moving parts that can impact your day-to-day operations. A recent survey by the American Trucking Association (ATA) found wages for private fleet van drivers at $73,000, earning 58% more than the truckload van average. Diesel Pricing.

Transportation 34

Transportation Industrial Industry North America 34

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Today we continue our “Top Blog Posts” series, after covering the top posts in manufacturing , supply chain , logistics , and transportation so far, by bringing you a subject all of us must focus on: Business. We hear about it every day on the news, across the web and survey after survey confirms that.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 225

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 16, 2015

In the transportation industry, there are many moving parts that can impact your day-to-day operations. This month’s Market Update highlights key factors that impact the transportation industry in North America and will keep you up to speed on the latest news and topics that matter to your supply chain and business.

Transportation 34

Transportation Industry Industrial North America 34

IQMS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

A recent survey completed by IQMS of 151 North American manufacturers found that the fastest growing manufacturers can orchestrate analytics, Business Intelligence (BI), mobile and real-time monitoring to grow 10% faster than their peers. New business models bring entirely new business challenges to the warehouse.

Supply Chain Planning Software 41

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Turvo

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Historically, as evidenced by a 2019 poll by the American Transportation Research Institute, turnover rates in the trucking business are substantially greater than in most occupations (ATRI). One of the top ten issues raised by transportation CEOs in the poll was driver retention. Applaud any personal bests or achievements.

Inventory Reduction 75

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Real-time Visibility Logistics Network Optimization Software 75

Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2013

XPO Logistics to Acquire 3PD, the Largest Provider of Heavy Goods, Last-Mile Logistics in North America. Oracle Delivers Transformational Capabilities with New In-Memory Applications for Oracle Value Chain Planning. HighJump Software Acquires Evenex. SAP Announces Second Quarter and First Half Results 2013.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 130

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 22, 2023

Transportation prices reportedly contracted for the tenth consecutive month, but authors pointed to a lessened rate in the April data. surveys both indicated that businesses are reluctant to place new orders amid higher material prices and continued economic uncertainty. remains unclear. The two U.S. Imports among the U.S.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

However a new survey shows that the percentage of women in leadership roles is still low. Logistics Managers, Manufacturing Directors and other Supply Chain leaders often rose from the shop floor, from front-line warehousing and transportation positions. Only 17% of Chief Supply Chain Officers in North America were women.

Gartner 54

Gartner Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software Supply Chain 54

3PL Insights

JUNE 15, 2020

According to a Thomas survey of 878 North American manufacturers, 64% reported they were likely to bring production and sourcing back to North America. But now manufacturing overseas presents risks to companies; many of which are sure to have a severe impact to the bottom line. Data is our guiding light.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 52

Zipline Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Initially, generalized firms found the most success in arranging transportation for organizations of all shapes and sizes. Other 3PLs choose other specializations like produce or alcohol transportation. Reach out to discuss our retail-driven brand transportation strategies today. Why Specialized Logistics Providers?

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Retailers across North America were looking forward to this year’s back-to-school season with eager anticipation. According to McKinsey Consumer Pulse surveys undertaken by the firm, close to 75% of people that are using digital channels for the first time will continue to do so even after normalcy is restored.

Negotiating Skills 52

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Elementum

JUNE 6, 2016

A sync between verticals such as automotive, computer hardware, and transportation equipment provides opportunities to integrate the supply chain , which in turn can position the nation for further growth. Another study pinpoints the country as the top choice for “nearshoring” (sometimes called “reshoring”) production to North America.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Mexico El Paso Manufacturing 60

Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 18, 2013

The study included more than 60 interviews with global supply chain executives and survey responses from 1,757 executives. Handfield will discuss nine key trends from the study and related topics at BVL’s first North American chapter meeting to be held in Goldsboro, N.C., The event is being hosted by Volvo Group North America.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings 60

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Ryder has a network of over 800 service locations in North America today. The Colorado Transportation Department and infrastructure developer Aecom Inc. Nikola Motor Company [also announced] Ryder System, Inc. as its exclusive nationwide distribution and maintenance provider. And with that, have a happy weekend!

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 100

Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 5, 2021

According to a Logistics Management survey of industry professionals, “there is a strong sentiment that the 2021 Peak Season will be more active than it was a year ago, with 79% of respondents indicating that will be the case, with 16% contending it will be similar to 2020, and 5% expecting it to be less active.”. Supply Side Constraints.

Freight 52

Freight Long Beach Capacity Supply and Demand 52

USC Consulting Group

JUNE 3, 2020

“After speaking with the EU and Canada about impacts to their dairy industries, we must prioritize the safety and availability of our workforce, ensuring transportation routes remain open, and providing a viable market or market alternatives for our nation’s dairy products.”

Inventory Reduction 64

Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Beverage 64

RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

MarketWatch recently published the results of a Research and Markets survey finding the global mobile supply chain solutions market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 13.4% During the period discussed in the survey, the Asia Pacific region expects to see significant advances in mobile supply chain technologies.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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RFgen

AUGUST 26, 2015

MarketWatch recently published the results of a Research and Markets survey finding the global mobile supply chain solutions market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 13.4% During the period discussed in the survey, the Asia Pacific region expects to see significant advances in mobile supply chain technologies.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 2, 2023

In contrast, performance levels related to North America , Europe and South America were noted as remaining weak, on average, compared to Asia. We addressed that movement in our prior highlights of latest China Business Climate Survey Report from the American Chamber of Commerce of China.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Global Manufacturing Optimal Sourcing 52

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2023

I attend this conference every year, but this time, strolling the exhibition floor and surveying the 110+ technology providers’ latest wares, I was struck by a dichotomy. Rob is Group Director, Planning & Logistics at Coca-Cola North America. Step 1: Unlock the full value of your data.

Real-time Visibility 184

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