Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2023

The factors impacting broader supply chains extend all the way down to the warehouse floor. In fact, pressures are very similar with warehouse labor cost inflation, labor shortages, and inventory shortages at the top of the “concerns” list. And they must be capable of adapting to various demands.

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ivalua

MAY 29, 2025

Discover how Ivalua’s Supply Chain Collaboration solution empowers you to work more closely with suppliers, reduce risk, and build a more agile, connected supply chain. Procurement vs. Supply Chain Management: What’s the Difference?

Procurement Solutions 130

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Risks in halal supply chains The halal integrity of a brand (and its products) is a function of its supply chain, where a breakage in halal integrity anywhere in a supply chain becomes a breakage of its halal integrity. This trend is also better known as the evolution of halal or when applied to an organisation: the corporate halal maturity.

Risk Management 130

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

About Supply & Demand Chain Executive Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more.

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Implementing Data Analytics for Supply Chain Success Data analytics transforms supply chains with precise insights and real-time monitoring by bringing together multiple data sources. The result?

Optimal Sourcing 98

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

In these times of global turmoil, there are five (5) important megatrends shaping supply chain innovations in the coming years, namely in e-fulfillment, sourcing, food and agriculture, labour intensive operations, and halal supply chain management. From global to local and regional sourcing.

Innovation 244

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

How to Apply the Principles to Supply Chain Risk Mitigation Identify and Assess Risks Risk management is a fundamental aspect of supply chain operations and is essential for minimizing disruptions. These include alternative sourcing strategies, backup transportation routes, and emergency inventory reserves.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Keelvar Keelvar specializes in autonomous procurement and supplier negotiations, making sourcing more efficient and cost-effective. Helps businesses drive cost savings and mitigate procurement risks. Pathmind Pathmind leverages reinforcement learning to optimize warehouse and manufacturing processes, enhancing operational efficiency.

Optimal Sourcing 72

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Price fluctuations and sourcing issues. Overcoming Supply Chain Disruption.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

However, it covers key differences between purchasing and procurement, explores common contract types, and emphasizes the importance of strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. BoxFox Liquidation.com 360 Components J2 Sourcing Gain More Knowledge About Liquidate Inventory 4.

Negotiating Skills 95

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Source: Supply Chain Insights ASCM defines resilience in the SCM Supply Chain Dictionary as the ability of a supply chain to anticipate, create plans to avoid or mitigate, and to recover from disruptions to supply chain functionality. I am currently doing research on inventory management. Today, this is not the case.

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Resilinc

MAY 12, 2025

From AI-powered logistics and demand forecasting to generative AI in autonomous sourcing, the discussions emphasized practical implementation and measurable outcomes. Learn more in our eBook Agentic AI Supply Chain Risk Management: A New Era of Autonomy and Agility.) What is agentic AI?

Gartner 91

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Ships continue to hold in the west coast harbors of LA and Long Beach, and the west coast warehouses are full. Paid only when the wheels are turning, the asset-intensive carrier base struggled with wait times and warehouse inefficiences. The looming retirement of the EDI baby boomers is a major risk to the supply chain.)

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Supply chain data can be challenging to manage due to its unstructured or semi-structured nature and the need to integrate new data sources. Manufacturers, retailers, and logistics organizations can leverage generative AI-powered knowledge management systems to optimize operations and make informed decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 244

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. We believe many practices in global supply chain management can be applied in every industry. delivery reliability”), but is that really “supply chain thinking”?

Waste Reduction 274

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ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 30, 2025

Strong supplier partnerships lead to better collaboration, faster response times, and improved risk management. Achieving agility requires a flexible supply chain with diversified sourcing, scalable manufacturing, and adaptive logistics strategies.

Sourcing Strategies 78

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 4, 2018

Globalism has been a boon to the supply chain by expanding sourcing, opening new markets, accelerating growth and highlighting opportunities to save money. ” Taken as a whole, the issues raised by Monahan and Gott are enough to keep any risk manager awake through the night. ”[2] Those risks are: 1.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? What are the pros and cons, and what supply chain strategy will pave the way to higher margins, improved supply chain risk management in healthcare and improved patient care? Efficient warehouse management.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 7, 2020

What is supply chain risk management? Supply chain risk management is the process of identifying and managing issues within a supply chain. ordinated approach to implementing strategies to manage both daily challenges and unique risks. Who needs to understand supply chain risk management?

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My Office Apps

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Managing Multiple Locations Many businesses deal with vendors that have multiple locations. Whether you’re sourcing from different warehouses or shipping to various branches, VRM tools help track and manage vendors across multiple locations.

Vendor Strategies 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2021

alternate sourcing strategies), while others are potentially negative (e.g. We are now seeing an increase in the use of automation, not just within a TMS or WMS, but the digital coordination across all phases of logistics, from shipper to broker to carrier to warehouse. fewer commuting miles driven), some largely neutral (e.g.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2023

Global trade compliance really needs to be part of companies strategic sourcing programs. At its heart a GTC is not just a governance tool, it is a critical tool for risk management. The company can do anything they want to with the good, so it’s much more liberal than a customs bonded warehouse.”

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Supply chain processes include procurement from source to pay, together with inbound logistics, production, quality control, outbound logistics and post-sales service. The rise of supply chain management as a distinct function reflected a more integrated approach to operations management.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

Supply chain leaders get it, as confirmed by recent PwC research that shows: Investing in advanced supply chain capabilities bears fruit through lower costs, increased revenues, improved sustainability, higher asset utilization, better risk management, and greater rates of on-time, in-full delivery to B2B and B2C customers.

Waste Reduction 288

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Risk assessment will be focused agenda in Board Room : Risk assessment would be a primary agenda in most bord rooms where high-level guidance would be provided on expected outcomes. Case Study Risk management: The All England Club. Identify sourcing plant/s which can back-up each other in times of disruptions.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 14, 2021

This collective source of rich knowledge, industry experience and market buzz, is a very unique opportunity and one which has made this event a great success. This is a golden opportunity for companies with international sourcing, manufacturing and sales footprints to reap these benefits. Royston Phua. FUTURE EVENTS.

Vietnam 211

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TransAudit

APRIL 17, 2025

Industries Hit Hardest (So Far) While no industry is entirely immune, some are feeling the effects more acutely: Automotive and heavy equipment : Reliant on cross-border part sourcing and large-scale metal imports. Seeing insurance and risk management premiums rise , especially on routes through politically unstable or tariff-affected zones.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Source: Consultancy.UK. Image source: Fortune. 95% of supply chain executives report having a formal supply-chain risk-management process following Covid-19. Image source: Financial Times.

Material Savings 207

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Resilinc

MARCH 6, 2025

Heres your guide to NDAA for aerospace and defense supply chainsand how Resilincs aerospace and defense supply chain risk management solutions can help you navigate these changes. Transitioning to domestic sourcing is a strategic move to reduce vulnerabilities, but it requires significant investment in U.S.

Aerospace 48

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

There are two things Boeing and Airbus have in common, utilization of lean manufacturing system and strategic sourcing concept. However, the overall implementation of strategic sourcing is a bit different between the two companies. Another 80% of orders are handled by both warehouse and cross dock system.

Case Study 239

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, manufacturers, and distributors to outsmart supply chain uncertainty and deliver inventory performance from source to customer doorstep to maximize revenue and profitability. About ToolsGroup. About Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Changing Landscape of Supply Chain Executives Traditionally, supply chain executives excelled in managing functions like transportation, warehousing, inventory, and production planning but supply chain process extends beyond the firm, involving global relationships with suppliers and customers.

Purchasing Skills 130

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2017

What is happening to BMW today is another case study in supply chain risk management. For related commentary, see my June 2015 post, Time to Survive and Nexus Supplier Index: New Measures of Supply Chain Risk Management.]. N single sourced parts with revenue impact $X-$YM each are manufactured at this facility.

Supply Chain Software 154

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Logility

JULY 14, 2022

Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more. About Supply & Demand Chain Executive. and L.I.N.K.

Logility 173

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Ships continue to hold in the west coast harbors of LA and Long Beach, and the west coast warehouses are full. Paid only when the wheels are turning, the asset-intensive carrier base struggled with wait times and warehouse inefficiences. The looming retirement of the EDI baby boomers is a major risk to the supply chain.)

Supply Chain Design Software 195

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Ships continue to hold in the west coast harbors of LA and Long Beach, and the west coast warehouses are full. Paid only when the wheels are turning, the asset-intensive carrier base struggled with wait times and warehouse inefficiences. The looming retirement of the EDI baby boomers is a major risk to the supply chain.)

Supply Chain Design Software 195

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