Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Supply chain sustainability has become a very hot topic, but for a lot of people, there is uncertainty around its meaning. A few ways companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint is to take a deeper look at product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling programs.

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Supply Chain Brief Submitted Articles

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Clarkston Consulting discusses packaging in supply chain and how companies can strategically align their supply chain processes to be lean.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 13, 2023

A strong consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector is essential for a healthy U.S. He writes, “The key trends to watch in the next few years are decarbonization to fight climate change, decoupling with China to de-risk supply chains, and dispersing centers of excellence across underserved areas by leveraging digital technologies.”

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Logility

JUNE 9, 2023

The Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo conference brings thousands of supply chain executives together. Instead of enjoying world-famous theme parks, and nightlife in Orlando, Florida this year, attendees explored new ideas and technology investments that drive business growth and create more resilient supply chains.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 25, 2022

Now, nearly three years from the start of the pandemic, it is clear that variability in supply and demand will continue to test the resiliency and agility of extended supply chains around the globe. Key capabilities required to support innovation in CPGR Supply Chains: End to end modeling and representation.

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Logility

AUGUST 17, 2021

Managing consumer packaged goods inventory is challenging at the best of times, and it can be debilitating during times of local or international disruption. They must embrace intelligent supply chains, integrated planning processes, automation, and more efficient resource allocation. Challenges in the CPG Industry.

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Kuebix

APRIL 15, 2021

The development of technology within supply chains has accelerated significantly in the last year. As a result, supply chains have started looking into automating a number of traditionally manual processes. As a result, supply chains have started looking into automating a number of traditionally manual processes.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2022

Consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and their end-customers constantly engage in a complicated dance that has no choreographed steps. That bodes poorly for consumer packaged goods, particularly the more expensive national brands that took share during the pandemic.”[1] ” Discarding Brand Loyalty.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 9, 2024

Today, we published The Supply Chains to Admire for 2023. Nvidia, Northrup Grumman, PACCAR Inc, PCA (Packaging Corporation of America), ResMed, Rockwell Automation, Ross Stores, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) Company, Tempur-Pedic, TJX, Toro, Toyota, West Pharma, United Tractors, and Urban Outfitters. I admit it.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 31, 2023

Nothing is more central to the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector than supply and demand — and few things affect supply and demand like economic trends. The post Consumer Credit, Generation Z, and the Consumer Packaged Goods Sector first appeared on Enterra Solutions. ” Fox Business, 17 August 2023. [5]

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 26, 2023

By Lee Metters (pictured) Group Business Development Director, Domino Printing Sciences The post Harnessing the Benefits of Digital Printing in Packaging appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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IT Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The post 4 Packaging Tips To Transform Your Supply Chain Management appeared first on IT Supply Chain. By Christie R. Assembly Supervisor.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 16, 2023

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post How Packaging Influences Consumer Perception And Boosts Sales appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Sustainable supply chains are not just beneficial for society and the environment; they’re crucial for a business’s future prosperity. For that, long-term supply chain planning and budgeting needs data to back every decision. A green supply chain boosts brand reputation and can lead to increased sales.

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IT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The post Reshoring: Can it bring agility to Consumer Packaged Goods & end supply chain disruptions? appeared first on IT Supply Chain. By Gareth Thomas (pictured). Senior Manager, Delaware UK.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Michael Balint at Solvoyo and looks at the fresh produce supply chain. Am I alone in this habit or thinking?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Beer and food industries are particularly affected by the shortages of aluminum cans as most customers prefer take-home packaging.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post Tips and Tricks to Avail Better TV Packages appeared first on IT Supply Chain. By Dwight J.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 11, 2019

The fact is that transportation makes up about 60% of the supply chain dollar. A lot of shippers blame the high cost of transportation on the carriers, but a lot of carriers agree, if things were packaged differently costs would not be a concern. Of course, you always want to start with trusted transportation on.read More.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving supply chain industry, transportation spend optimization – or TSO – has assumed greater significance. Globalization has expanded supply chains; the result is increased complexity and transportation costs. The benefit of these practices is also sustainability throughout the supply chain.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 10, 2023

As Christmas draws near, it’s impossible not to think of Santa — and as the CEO of an AI company that optimizes supply chain , it’s impossible to ignore his looming logistical challenge. Delivering billions of packages around the entire world in one night? No wonder supply chain managers feel overwhelmed!

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 10, 2020

What does it take to improve supply chain processes? Increased order fulfillment, improved customer satisfaction, validating order details and contents before packaging, automating repetitive processes, and other factors can significantly improve supply chain processes. Supply chain leaders need.read More.

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IT Supply Chain

JANUARY 5, 2022

The post Embracing Ecommerce Opportunities: Transforming Supply Chains, Product Packaging, & Data Requirements appeared first on IT Supply Chain. By Lee Metters (pictured). Group Business Development Director, Domino Printing Sciences.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

According to Maidenberg and Kang, the rise of private labels is a “blow to big food makers struggling to preserve sales of decades-old condiments, meals and other packaged foods. Stand out with distinctive packaging that shares a story. Packaging has always been an important part of marketing. Footnotes. [1]

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 30, 2023

Both consumers and enterprises in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector are taking notice. A report released in June 2022 by The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) and EY identified five actions consumer packaged goods companies could take to help reach the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the UN’s 2030 deadline.[4]

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

OCTOBER 2, 7400

"The global supply chain has been significantly impacted by COVID-19," according to Michael Wilson, vice president of marketing and packaging at AFFLINK, the sales and marketing organisation for distributors in the US.

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Logility

AUGUST 11, 2023

Disruptions are the norm in supply chain planning leaders. Gartner research reveals that 60% of chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) are under pressure to make real-time decisions faster, more accurately, and consistently. And the stakes are intensifying.

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CHAINalytics

JANUARY 25, 2023

The supply chain optimization project sought to generate cost savings through a simplified, more efficient packaging system. The motivation for the project arose from a pending new product introduction at … The post Global Elevator Company Saves Millions with Packaging Optimization appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 12, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How Eco-Friendly Packaging is Impacting Sustainability! Cardboard packaging article and permission to publish here provided by Patricia Deems. “We Cardboard Packaging & Biodegradability. Originally written for Supply Chain Game Changer and published on July 12, 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2022

Supply chain sustainability can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2023

Infor is one example of a supplier that offers both advanced visibility and supply chain planning. Supply chain practitioners are beginning to understand the same is true for supply chain planning (SCP) and multi-enterprise supply chain network solutions. MSCN and SCP are better together.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 4, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Erin Sun at Oracle and identifies five supply chain success factors CPG companies need to know for increased profitability.

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CHAINalytics

JUNE 23, 2020

Your packaging material suppliers can be useful resources to lean on when optimizing your material spend. But a more holistic perspective on your packaging needs and supply chain network can yield more significant savings.

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The importance of correct packaging. Packaging is an important element that manifests its presence within all stages of the product flow. The role of traditional packaging is to protect a product against deteriorative effects caused by exposure to and usage in the external environment. The three main Packaging levels.

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ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 8, 2023

warehouse order picker packing and sealing cardboard box with tape for dispatch As shippers and importers, there are many factors to consider when packaging and shipping products. That includes packaging and distribution resources. That’s a basic premise in any supply chain optimization strategy. Consider this.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Companies have many levers to pull to reduce their impact on the environment such as altering the materials used in products, using more sustainable packaging and even reducing business travel. The supply chain, however, offers the most fruitful area for improvement. Benefits of Sustainable Supply Chains.

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