Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. These capabilities are now being integrated into mainstream TMS, WMS, and ERP platforms.

Optimal Sourcing 245

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RFgen

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Manufacturing ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software integrates all your core business processes into one powerful platform. Think of it as the central nervous system of your operation, connecting everything from production planning and inventory control to supply chain management and financial reporting.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

Companies that previously prioritized cost-cutting and centralized sourcing quickly found themselves exposed to serious production and distribution risks. In response, many organizations have shifted toward decentralized and regionalized supply chain models, distributing production and sourcing across multiple regions.

Modeling 175

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

ToolsGroup identifies five key drivers shaping the future of supply chains: changing customer expectations, heightened competition, rising operational complexity, technological advancements, and geopolitical tensions. Technological Advancements Real-time inventory tracking and predictive analytics give leading firms a competitive edge.

Price Reduction 156

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Freight Waves

JUNE 16, 2025

In a major advancement for global supply chain technology, project44 has launched Movement, a comprehensive Decision Intelligence Platform that transforms how businesses manage their supply chains. The platform is built on a four-layered framework: Connect, See, Act, Automate.

Supply Chain Design Software 99

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

It’s a holistic approach that blends strategic planning, streamlined processes, and the right technology to transform your warehouse into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Eight proven optimization strategies, combining technology, best practices, and sustainable solutions.

Optimal Sourcing 97

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RFgen

JULY 8, 2025

Legacy systems, particularly manual inventory tracking and outdated technologies, do not offer the speed or visibility needed for responsive decision making. As a result, boards and executive teams are shifting their mindset—recognizing that technology investment must go hand in hand with new leadership approaches.

Supply Chain Planning Software 83

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Freight Waves

JUNE 24, 2025

The global supply chain is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by tariffs, rising trade restrictions and evolving technologies. Let me find new routes, new supply chain sources, new ideas. Later, Maersk began using digital twin technology to help make its drayage operation more operational and cost efficient.

Supply Chain Software 90

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Technology integration: Leveraging digital tools to enhance visibility and decision-making.

Sourcing Strategies 96

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Edge computing processing data locally, near the source has emerged as a method to address these challenges by reducing latency and improving resiliency. Managing available bandwidth efficiently among many connected devices remains a continuing issue, particularly when scaling systems to significant quantities of distributed resources.

Real-time Visibility 162

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 15, 2025

Companies now must make strategic decisions regarding pricing, shipping, supply chains and overall logistics. Below, we provide nine tips to optimize your shipping and tell you how a third-party logistics (3PL) provider can help you during these difficult times.

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 10, 2024

In this blog, let’s dive deeper into the challenges of spare parts management, the solution that ThroughPut AI provides, the features of spare parts management software and how it works. Business Continuity Ensuring uninterrupted operations requires sourcing the right parts at the right time and place. Let’s get started.

Inventory Reduction 52

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Structured methodologies, risk assessment tools, and agile frameworks allow companies to improve coordination, enhance decision-making, and ensure they remain adaptable to disruptions. These include alternative sourcing strategies, backup transportation routes, and emergency inventory reserves.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 3, 2025

Before digital tools entered the scene, thats almost exactly what procurement used to feel like. Come along while we take a look at emerging tech tools and dig deeper into how cost estimation is being transformed into something faster, smarter, and surprisingly budget-friendly. This is exactly what digital tools are delivering.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 11, 2025

In this commentary we focus specifically on the importance of a broader end-to-end data management framework while overcoming the fragmentation of data that is locked in separate, unconnected software applications.

Supply Chain Execution 95

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TransAudit

JULY 24, 2025

As global supply chains grow more fragmented , the need to connect systems, standardize data, and act on insights has never been greater. In this article, we explore what true end-to-end visibility looks like, the tools that enable it, and how companies like Trans Audit help make sense of it all. That’s where control towers come in.

Real-time Visibility 59

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BlueYonder

MARCH 11, 2025

A rise in nearshoring and away from single-source dependency The pandemic was a wake-up call that exposed the fragility of globally interconnected supply chains and the risks of over-reliance on distant suppliers and single-source strategies. 3 long term changes to the supply chain 1.

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3PL Insights

JULY 7, 2025

Shipping delays: Which carriers struggled and why? Holiday shipping cutoffs : Establish realistic deadlines for standard and express shipping. Use our holiday shipping guidelines as a starting point. Optimize with Technology Manual processes can’t keep up with Q4 demands. Learn more.

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Freight Waves

JULY 11, 2025

Why Platforms Elevate, Not Eliminate Before delving into Movement, it’s essential to understand the power of a two-sided marketplace. One side brings demand (buyers of a service), the other brings supply (providers of that service), and a platform orchestrates value between them.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 23, 2025

Geopolitical tensions, rising fuel costs, driver shortages, blocked shipping lanes and frequent supply chain disruptions make it tough to achieve reliable on-time delivery amid this complexity. So what are the top reasons for shipping delays? There is good news, though.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

It means strengthening the system to better withstand the negative impacts of economic downturns. Shipping networks may experience delays and disruptions, potentially exacerbated by cost-cutting measures within the logistics sector. Why Recession-Proof Your Supply Chain Now?

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

How MES is Shaping the Future of Manufacturing and Boosting Production Efficiency What is a Manufacturing Execution System (MES)? A manufacturing execution system (MES) is a comprehensive, dynamic software system that monitors, tracks, documents, and controls the process of manufacturing goodsfrom raw materials to finished products.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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ThroughPut

JUNE 12, 2025

This is where software steps in. Today’s leading spare parts inventory management software solutions leverage powerful AI, IoT, and real-time data to transform how businesses forecast demand, track inventory, optimize reorder points, and support predictive maintenance strategies.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 21, 2025

Multimodal in Practice At a basic level, multimodal shipping can refer to using two or more distinct modes — such as truck, rail, air or ocean — in a single supply chain. based manufacturer that ships engine blocks through several U.S. Throughout this process, freight is shipped using a mix of modes and service types.

Freight 85

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RFgen

JUNE 23, 2025

AI is a powerful tool for modern supply chains , but it cannot operate effectively without a steady stream of high-quality, real-time data. She explains how these two technologies work together, what benefits companies are seeing, and how organizations can get started. Customers expect fast, transparent, and customized experiences.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog provides both perspectives and self-rating observations regarding our January 2024 published Research Advisory- 2024 Predictions for Industry Global Supply Chains. Global wide manufacturing activity levels as measured by the J.P.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

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ThroughPut

JUNE 12, 2025

This is where software steps in. Today’s leading spare parts inventory management software solutions leverage powerful AI, IoT, and real-time data to transform how businesses forecast demand, track inventory, optimize reorder points, and support predictive maintenance strategies.

Inventory Management Software 52

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ThroughPut

MAY 20, 2025

In addition, poor visibility, unpredictable demand, and disjointed systems worsen the situation further and lead to inefficient procurement, misplaced stock, and emergency orders. Thats why a growing number of organizations are turning to AI software for spare parts inventory management.

Inventory Management Software 52

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QAD

JUNE 3, 2025

If you serve customers across a limited geographic area, this may be a more cost effective shipping strategy. Due to the rising costs of parcel shipping, many shippers have moved away from the traditional single carrier strategy. This adds complexity to the shipping process. Sometimes it is not where you ship, but what you ship.

Waste Reduction 52

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Bristlecone

JANUARY 8, 2025

Recent surveys from Gartner found that 61% of respondents see advanced technologies as key differentiators for being competitive. Many identify developing technologies as key investment areas, with 20% investing in cognitive automation. Most global analysts recommend digital investment as a strategic necessity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Resilinc

JANUARY 23, 2025

To strengthen resiliency, companies invested in AI and machine learning, made strides to reduce dependency on single sourcing, and prioritized nearshoring and reshoring efforts. Houthi rebel attacks forced ships to reroute, disrupting an estimated $6 billion in weekly trade flows and increasing supply chain lead times by 35%.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

Leveraging emerging technologies gives startups supply chain advantages that legacy players cannot match. Optimizing costs – Efficient sourcing, logistics, and inventory management improve profit margins – crucial as startups seek profitability. See Amazon buying Kiva Systems.

Optimal Sourcing 59

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ThroughPut

MAY 20, 2025

In addition, poor visibility, unpredictable demand, and disjointed systems worsen the situation further and lead to inefficient procurement, misplaced stock, and emergency orders. That’s why a growing number of organizations are turning to AI software for spare parts inventory management.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Think of it as your supply chain’s immune system. The resilience of your supply chain is determined by its structure and operations, whether we’re dealing with major immediate events like a pandemic or gradual systemic changes to your business environment over time.

Sourcing Strategies 74

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2025

A resilient and agile supply chain isnt just a competitive advantage; its a survival tool in the face of unpredictable challenges. No matter if its a natural disaster shutting down a production facility or a data breach compromising your vendor management platform, the consequences can be costly. Evaluating these risks is essential.

Vendor Strategies 73

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

From rule-based systems to predictive analytics and the generative AI boom, businesses have leveraged these technologies to optimize operations, forecast trends, and create data-driven strategies. Agentic AI takes this a step further by enabling autonomous supply chain systems. AI is evolving rapidly.

Optimal Sourcing 72

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ThroughPut

JULY 9, 2025

Supply chain management (SCM) is the overarching system that governs how goods move from raw materials to the final customer. It includes managing trucks, ships, planes, trains, and the infrastructure and data that support them. Why These Differences Matter?

Optimal Sourcing 52

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