SCMDOJO

JUNE 22, 2025

Businesses can’t afford slow or rigid supply chains. Behind the scenes, that level of responsiveness depends heavily on one critical factor: warehouse layout. As such, this guide breaks down the essential strategies for designing a warehouse layout that strengthens supply chain agility.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 16, 2025

Still, it can be just as disruptive to supply chain performance. Preventive maintenance derails, compliance filings are missed, and work orders begin piling up. Without experienced managers in place, truck availability drops, repairs are delayed, and cost control becomes difficult.

Negotiating Skills

ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 30, 2025

Supply Chain Management – SCM – The Coordinated Process of Producing and Delivering Goods and Services from Suppliers to Consumers – Conceptual Illustration In todays rapidly evolving global marketplace, supply chain disruptions have become a regular occurrence.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2025

Packaging systems play an integral role in supply chain operations, from manufacturing to distribution of products to end users. This supply chain article will focus on the importance of packaging in businesses to help you determine the best packaging systems for your brand. The first step is making a sustainable choice.

Packaging

RFgen

APRIL 3, 2025

Introduction Today’s supply chain presents significant complexity and operates at an accelerated pace. Businesses increasingly encounter challenges in maintaining visibility and operational efficiency, especially as disruptionsfrom supply shortages to unexpected demand surgesbecome more frequent occurrences.

Supply Chain Planning Software

AB&R

JANUARY 3, 2025

To keep pace, the supply chain management (SCM) landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. At the forefront of this transformation is Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, the new cornerstone for agile supply chains. Lets consider how the many advantages of RFID could benefit your business.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Freightos

JULY 7, 2025

The Logistics Data Challenge The logistics sector is awash with data, from shipment volumes and freight rates to sustainability metrics and supplier performance. “You really need to make [data] actionable… use it to manage your suppliers, to drive supply chain improvements.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

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. Q: Saumya, why is mobile barcoding essential for AI in supply chains? Saumya: AI in supply chain operations depends on fast, accurate, and consistent data to make effective decisions.

Supply Chain Planning Software

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 9, 2025

Now in his 20th year at Louis Dreyfus Company, he focuses on practical, collaborative solutions that strengthen supply chain performance and partnerships. He holds degrees from Iowa State, Penn State, and Gonzaga, blending business, supply chain strategy, and leadership.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

As supply chains become more complex and globalized, many companies find it beneficial to rely on third-party logistics (3PL) providers to handle some or all of their transportation, warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment needs. They offer flexible management of labor, warehouse space, inventory, and transportation assets.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Blue Yonder – A Leader in Supply Chain Management At Blue Yonder we are proud to announce that we have been recognized as a Leader in what we believe are three major areas by top industry analysts. Seedcom Logistics implemented Blue Yonder Warehouse Management to streamline their processes and optimize inventory management.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Ware2Go

MARCH 13, 2025

Efficient warehouse operations are the backbone of a successful supply chain. A Warehouse Control System (WCS) acts as the command center, ensuring seamless coordination between automated equipment and broader management systems. What is a Warehouse Control System? How Does a Warehouse Control System Work?

Optimization Software

Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Effective lead time management is a critical factor in securing supply chain efficiency and cost control, since lead time represents the total time required for a product or material to move through the supply chain, as measured from the time of ordering to the time of delivery. What is Lead Time and Why Does it Matter?

Manufacturing Procurement

My Office Apps

OCTOBER 21, 2024

VRM can also include essential features such as vendor GL (General Ledger) setup, multiple contacts, email integration, multi-location management, and vendor notes—making it an even more powerful tool when integrated into ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and inventory software. Why is Vendor Relationship Management Important?

Vendor Strategies

Turvo

APRIL 24, 2025

These tools turn raw logistics data into actionable insights that drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance across the entire supply chain. In this blog, we explore how logistics data analytics tools are transforming supply chains and what businesses need to consider when implementing them.

Analytics Software

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Supply Chain Matters Founder and supply chain technology industry analyst Bob Ferrari provides highlights and some specific takeaways from a Linked In Live appearance last week. This event was sponsored by warehouse orchestration process support technology provider AutoSceduler.AI.

Supply Chain Software

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Introduction As global supply chains evolve, ensuring cost efficiency is crucial. One way to assess the cost performance of any function within the supply chain is through Cost Performance Index (CPI). What is the Cost Performance Index (CPI)? The research paper by Winanda et. A CPI of 0.83

Negotiating Skills

SCMDOJO

MAY 29, 2025

Supply chains are the systems that move products from where they are made to where they are needed. These systems include factories, warehouses, trucks, ships, and people. Strong HSEQ practices can help supply chains avoid big problems that cost a lot of time and money.

Supply Chain Planning Software

AFFLINK

JANUARY 13, 2025

After all, over-estimating can lead to inventory surplus and associated warehousing costs. Fortunately, predictive analytics is becoming a new essential tool in supply chain management , especially for combatting common challenges with seasonal inventory. Fortunately, predictive analytics helps bridge this gap.

Predictive Analytics

Locus Robotics

MAY 19, 2025

Automation in the warehouse provides a way to meet these demands and packaging automation stands out as a critical piece of the puzzle, driving efficiency, value, and sustainability across the supply chain. Both consumers and supply chain partners are increasingly looking for solutions that can improve sustainability and speed.

Supply Chain Software

Locus

JULY 28, 2025

Efficient last-mile execution depends on vehicle-level planning and real-time allocation across urban stops A relay race is often won or lost in the final stretch. During peak sales periods, reattempt workflows can account for 10–15% of total orders, creating additional planning load on dispatch teams. Today, that model is obsolete.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Cathy Roberson

MARCH 31, 2025

Rethinking supply chains is a reader-supported publication. The reverse logistics market comprises a number of players and as noted by DHL’s acquisition of Inmar Supply Chain Solutions, this space is ripe for acquisitions. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

Reverse Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2025

These tariffs will raise costs, disrupt supply chains, and force companies to rethink sourcing and logistics strategies. Businesses must act immediately to safeguard operations, contain financial risks, and maintain supply chain stability. Strengthening Domestic Supply Chains Businesses that manufacture in the U.S.

Negotiating Skills

SCMDOJO

MARCH 12, 2025

One promising solution is the implementation of integrated logistics networks, a strategy that promotes coordination, technology adoption, and collaborative partnerships to enhance supply chain performance. GST unified tax regulations, significantly reducing transportation delays and making supply chains more efficient.

Supply Chain Network Software

Silvon Software

MAY 6, 2025

Early BI systemsmostly OLAP toolsrelied heavily on pre-processed data from warehouses. Unifies internal and external data Connect data from your ERP, CRM, budget plans, supplier feeds, customer portals, and more. BI Has Come a Long Way The concept of business intelligence has been around for decades.

Prescriptive Analytics Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2024

Kinaxis is a leading provider of supply chain solutions. Kinaxis used to refer to itself as a supply chain planning supplier. They are now starting to call themselves a provider of supply chain “orchestration” solutions. But newer technology is breaking down the borders between planning and execution.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Because of service disruptions – not being able to buy toilet paper, for example – the supply chain has been more discussed than ever before. It was also a very, very tough year for supply chain professionals working in the grocery supply chain. Supply chain management is not getting any easier.

Supply Chain Performance

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 13, 2015

Manufacturing is the foundation of my interest in supply chain management. Supply Chain and Design. So when the warehouse team threatened to unionize, I transferred into a distribution, warehouse environment. Warehouse Management and Transportation Management were in their infancy. The year was 1985.

Supply Chain Design Software

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Many companies were in the midst of digitally transforming their supply chain when the Convid-19 pandemic hits. In this part 2 article, let us continue to explore the concrete actions we can take in our Digital Supply Chain journeys. Plan and Execute for Success.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 30, 2023

As a supply chain leader, he is struggling how to dance in the ring of fire. The ring of fire is corporate politics at the executive level on supply chain performance. Each executive has a different perspective on the definition of supply chain excellence, but they are never discussed and aligned.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Autonomous Supply Chains In this competitive environment, a CPG manufacturer needs to fight to get space on retailer shelves in each region, keep those shelves stocked, compete and collaborate simultaneously with e-commerce, and maintain its operating margins. each with discrete plans generated typically in sequential batch runs.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logility

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

When asking the question, “How does machine learning improve supply chain performance?” Our context here is supply chain planning and execution, but there is no reason to limit the scope of m achine l earning. . Take a look at our eBook The Role of Machine Learning in Supply Chain Planning.

Supply Chain Performance

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

Much has been written about what it takes to run a successful supply chain in the era of “get it to me fast and get it to me cheap.” Supply chain professionals are looking for ways to store goods closer to customers by investing in micro fulfillment centers and to optimize their facilities so orders can be processed faster.

Waste Reduction

ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

But here, we’ll be talking about supply chain digital twins. A supply chain digital twin is a complete model of your supply chain that allows you to run what-if scenarios and determine the most efficient use of resources for fulfilling demand.

Real-time Visibility

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Many major challenges of 2021—capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortage—are rolling over into 2022 and, in addition, the environment and machine learning are becoming more important for logistics and supply chain professionals. Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic.

Predictive Analytics Software

ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As supply chains continue to grapple with volatility and disruption post-pandemic, fashion brands, who faced increased risks during the pandemic because of lockdown, are now turning to better supply chain planning for fashion strategies with the end goal of achieving improved agility and a competitive advantage.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Demand Solutions

DECEMBER 30, 2014

But regardless of whether you plan to read a book every week, go running every day at 6 AM, or finally put some money in your IRA, I believe the New Year is a perfect time to make some resolutions about your supply chain. New Year’s Resolution #1: “I resolve to put effective supply chain performance measures in place.”.

Forecasting