SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. . Key Takeaways. The Choke Point Occurs at the Mill-Level.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

For example, Maersk ordered eight 16,000 TEU vessels to be operated on carbon-neutral methanol fuel, while DHL has purchased large amounts of sustainable aviation fuel and ordered 12 all-electric cargo planes. It comes from the annual customer survey conducted by logistics software company Transporeon. MORE FROM THIS EDITION.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The cost of internet-connected devices has also dropped significantly making IIoT solutions more affordable at scale. Modern cloud-based solutions offer cost effective analysis of data and require no infrastructure setup, enabling faster adoption of new technologies. Deliver a delightful purchase experience to end customers.

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SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. However, this does not diminish the need for on-site verification.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2022

When it comes to executing mode-specific freight moves from origin to destination efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively, transportation execution and visibility solutions play a critical role. Transportation execution solutions allow shippers to connect to multiple carriers and then tender, track, and pay in the system.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

Due to travel restrictions, I cannot attend many industry events, so I observe from home, watching webinars and remote broadcasts. Today’s risk management solutions focus largely on supply sensing and early alerting. Some solutions now include proactive event management driving recommendations to correct/prevent disruption.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2018

In this series of posts, I am going to make an argument to augment ERP planning with new cloud-based solutions to improve decision-making. While many business leaders believe that Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Advanced Planning Solutions (APS) will be equal to this task, it is not sufficient. How is this impacting reliability?

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ToolsGroup

MAY 28, 2020

Dave Food, Strategy Director of Prophetic Technology, discussed in a recent webinar how companies have adapted their supply chains during this crisis, and provided guidance in planning for recovery and future uncertainty. Retailers tried to cope with this by rationalizing products and starting to narrow their range.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog is from Red Stag Fulfillment who show us how an Order Fulfillment Solution can help reduce risk. You choose the right option to order fulfillment solution and get your products quickly into the hands of customers — who will become satisfied customers — with as little hassle and wait time as possible.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

From Amazon to hyper-local retailers, 2017 will be a year of intense scrutiny and pressure on logistics providers. According to PLS Logistics , global companies will install procurement managers in China for entire organizations by 2025. The election is over, but the race is just starting for logistics providers. Consumers have power.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

As Ronan Dunne, CEO of Verizon’s consumer group, told participants of a webinar, “We’re never going back to where we were.”[4] People (and our purchasing decisions!) Advanced omnichannel analytics and deep listening software can help you track emotion on every channel your brand and customers use.

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Vanguard Software

MAY 4, 2021

Webinar: Register Now. Some basic assumptions might include: Number of buyers in the target market Percentage of consumers in the target market that will purchase The timing of their purchase, taking economic cycles and holidays or seasonal events into account Pattern or frequency of repeat or replacement purchases.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

History of Reverse Logistics is at the Core of The Stories of War, Retail, eCommerce, and Automotive Aftermarket : As you will see today the history of reverse logistics is quite older than the buzz word of it being thrown around more often today, due to the rise of internet retailing, also known as eCommerce. Read the Full Post.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

With more brick-and-mortar stores shutting their doors than ever before and demand for warehouse space on the rise, retail warehousing creates a profitable opportunity for many companies. In this post, we’ll discuss the trends contributing to the retail warehousing trend and three ways retail warehousing impacts profitability.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Companies must think of unconventional solutions to meet last mile delivery demands, like Uber, Instacart or Deliv. Retailer differences in SKUs and returns options for both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar store purchases can complicate the issue. Think Outside-the-Box.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Nowadays, modern shoppers demand transparency throughout the entire purchase process in real time, from the moment they place their order online until it arrives at their doorstep. It’s clear that retailers must leverage fleet tracking mechanisms in the last mile to achieve customer satisfaction.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

PepsiCo generated $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, with 23 food and beverage brands that generate more than $1 billion each in retail sales. This ensures the right quantity and assortment of products reaches their retail customers in a more efficient manner. Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased energy.

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o9 Solutions

AUGUST 20, 2021

In today’s retail industry, change is the new normal. Here are four takeaways for retailers to keep in mind as they develop an omnichannel fulfillment planning strategy. Here are four takeaways for retailers to keep in mind as they develop an omnichannel fulfillment planning strategy.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

While this may seem insurmountable, with the right omni-channel technologies, grocery retailers can not only manage ever-changing expectations but provide convenient and safe options to buyers as they shop digitally and physically in the stores. When consumers add products to their online cart, they expect to be able to purchase those items.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In this week’s InFocus webinar series, we had the opportunity to gain key insights on 3PL and e-commerce in the Saudi Arabia region from Salah Taha. Watch the full webinar here ! Key Takeaways from this Webinar 1. If available technology aligns with a business’s needs and processes, they’ll purchase it.

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Tompkins Blog

APRIL 2, 2014

Webinar On Demand. Webcast – “Supply Chain Control Towers: Separating Fact from Fiction” With the overwhelming complications faced by today’s supply chain managers, companies are searching for the best solutions to combat complexity and create supply chain excellence with the consumer-driven approach. Special Services. Our Thinking.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 17, 2013

The article is written and the story is spun, but the solution offered is a supply-centric solution based on yesterday’s technology. As a result, articles are written proclaiming demand-driven results and then the reader is given a solution that is anything but demand driven. The concepts surrounding demand driven sound right.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 12, 2018

Specifically, up to 56 percent of consumers will abandon online order purchases if presented with a shipping charge. The only solution lies in taking advantage of the most cost-effective shipping solutions available by gaining an understanding of freight allocation, including both planning and spend.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category management is a procurement strategy that involves grouping similar products or services together into categories and managing them as a single unit. This approach can help organizations streamline their procurement processes, negotiate better deals with suppliers, and ultimately save money.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Throughout the course of business, business owners, who may be in the manufacturing, retail, or in another industry, find themselves focusing on innovation. Consider what could happen if a customer sues a business for failure to ensure safety for customers in a retail space. The resulting lawsuit could financially bankrupt a business.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

Logistics technologies are changing how modern retailers operate. By nature, logistics providers have focused the majority of their resources of developing the most cost-effective solutions for their clients over years. Consumers are also looking to business for benefits in every purchase. Is there a shipping cost?

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BlueYonder

MARCH 16, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. This Part 2 blog post will explore the next remedies and innovative solutions that will help accelerate digital transformations and attainment of benefits.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain. Let’s take ecommerce as an example.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

Shippers face an uphill battle against Amazon and the big box retailers. The Solution: A Robust Parcel Shipping Program Can Keep Costs in Check Developing a robust parcel shipping strategy requires shippers go back to basics, such as the needs of customers. Purchase Insurance.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 23, 2016

Meanwhile, customers are accessing more retailers than ever through o mnichannel solutions, and as a distributor, you need to be ready to handle information from vendors, consumers, and B2B partners. SaaS Turnkey Solutions Are Encouraging Competition and Growth. The days of terminal-based systems have ended.

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Proxima

AUGUST 3, 2020

Whether warehousing, automation, freight, retail or e-commerce, business leaders needed to evaluate and address many or all in order to maintain their supply chains and keep up with the demand, which in turn, was drastically altered by the pandemic. The returns market is here to stay and it’s only going to grow.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2016

However, the introduction of the cloud has forced many operations to think about the applications of a TMS in a software-as-a-service environment. Shippers demand in-house solutions. Yet, more consumers are getting online and finding their purchases around the globe. We call this a hybrid managed transportation model.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 28, 2015

And omni-channel isn’t just for retailers anymore. You should offer different navigation options that will keep all previous customers’ activities and allow them to continue shopping after making a purchase, without starting all the process from the beginning. Feel free to share your ideas with me in comments below.

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Provenance

MARCH 9, 2020

Join our webinar on 18th March 2020. Lush is one of the leading beauty brands incorporating cork as an innovative packaging solution which is also carbon positive. Even at the retailer level, the success of refillable beauty is seen through Selfridges’ recent dedicated space highlighting refillable brands and concepts.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Big box retailers like Walmart and Target refuse to do business with retail and shipper fulfillment companies that do not have EDI integration. For example, on average the cost savings from automating a manually processes purchase order is $9.89, for an invoice is $11.58 The cost of EDI integration is immediately justifiable.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

Define your procurement response strategy. Catch the on-demand webinar on building business continuity plans and business strategies for the short, mid and long-term. In the retail sector, supermarkets in many countries have seen their highest weekly sales ever, as consumers stock up on goods that they fear may be in short supply.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

Trucking companies expanded into providing wholesome solutions for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs), and shipping intermediaries were trying to make shippers collaborate to move existing shipments towards capacity per haul. Companies based on assets have had years of experience in purchasing trucks and managing warehouse inventories.

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