GlobalTranz

MAY 27, 2015

The United States Manufacturing Technology Orders (USMTO) data report is compiled monthly by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT). What is the USMTO Data Report? The full data set is reported by eligible equipment builders and distributors and is provided to all participants in the program at no cost.

Manufacturing Procurement 94

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Peak Season, GRIs, and Data Transparency. That’s why I recently dove into millions of Freightos Index data points. Take a look at the data. After each spike on the graph, the percentage against baseline slides during the course of the month, invariably finishing lower than baseline. By Noam Frankel. On average, 9.0

Data 48

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Big data applications are already impacting supply chain entities around the globe, but some of its most interesting possibilities may have yet to be realized. However, the current progression of big data does give rise to some very tangible benefits to your company within the next five years. 6 Benefits to Using Big Data Applications.

Supply Chain Planning Software 89

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

” To pinpoint the ‘National Day of Panic’ for 2023, Gophr number crunchers analysed; the delivery slots for all major UK supermarkets, train timetables for all major train routes out of London in December, historic RAC and AA data for travel patterns during the festive period, as well as Gophr’s proprietary delivery data.

Training 66

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Freightos

MARCH 23, 2016

Here at Freightos, we’re big fans of making global logistics work better by bringing data online (and especially instant freight quotes!). And, like many other logistics startups , we’re particularly enthusiastic about how Big Data can change the way goods are moved around the world. Getting Smart With Logistics Big Data.

Data 48

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

And, of course, I will also share how knowing your cost-to-serve will help you to solve those all-too-familiar performance gremlins. Potential Factors in Declining Margins To get to the root of the problem, understanding the costs of production or purchasing will be a necessary starting point, but typically, more information will be needed.

Negotiating Skills 89

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 22, 2024

The difference of course is that business processes are more integrated and the Internet has enabled companies to become connected, both within the organization and between business partners. Challenges of MRP MRP relies on data accuracy. are digitizing the purchase process. MRP in era of 4IR With the evolution of Industry 4.0,

MRP 52

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3PL Links

APRIL 23, 2024

Artificial intelligence makes it possible to monitor several elements that affect the forecast, including: control of purchases in real-time; consumption parameters; items that are being sold and need quick replenishment. Effective cargo forecasting is made possible by preventive evaluation and Big Data knowledge.

Supply Chain Planning Software 48

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

These people are genuinely interested in your product — so much so, that they have purchased your products. These tools can be used to identify where the visitor came from, how long they stay, what pages they visit on your website or shopping platform, and whether they purchase anything.

eCommerce 81

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

There is a scene in Curb Your Enthusiasm where Larry David, who had never before purchased illegal drugs, asks a dealer, “Is that a fair price you’re quoting me?” Without adequate data and information on the freight market, shippers can find themselves in the same disadvantageous position as Mr. David.

White Paper 98

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ShipLilly

JUNE 28, 2021

Companies have made it easier for customers to return products to maintain a competitive edge over other companies but as a result, nearly half of the products that are purchased are sent back to their suppliers, and returns have increased dramatically. Use of Data and Information. Retail is facing a high number of repairs.

Vendor Strategies 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2022

Inflation has led me to review the likely magnitude of importance for certain purchases, as employee compensation is not increasing at the same rate as inflation, diminishing purchasing power. A review of similar comparisons may be informative in an environment of increasing interest rates. Review of Prior Impactful Events.

Scenario Planning 131

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2024

How quickly do you need to restock, how should you split your inventory across multiple locations , and of course what kind of inventory ordering system best suits your brand? That inventory data needs to be fully transparent, super accessible within the platform, and easy to digest. How much do I order?

Supply Chain Design Software 87

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 29, 2024

Each time a customer makes a purchase from your ecommerce brand they are giving you two things. And if the purchase doesn’t end up working out for some reason; they’re trusting that your ecommerce brand will take care of it and them. The first is obvious—their business. The second, which is less obvious, is their trust.

eCommerce 82

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 11, 2022

These KPIs should all be applicable to your supply chain operation, subject to some tweaking to reflect the precise characteristics of your inbound logistics and purchasing functions. This measurement will require data from the purchase orders placed by your buyers, and that from your receiving operation. ASN Accuracy.

Procurement Analytics 107

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

Amazon is at the nexus of ecommerce, data, and logistics, with a drive to constantly improve their logistics network. That’s 258 operational facilities in the US and another 486 distributed around the world (see map below, data from MWPVL ). And the career data below spells out a strong ocean slant. Amazon Fulfillment.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 53

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Ship Monk

MARCH 30, 2024

In a nutshell, ShipMonk’s proprietary 3PL software offers you mastery of: Order Management Inventory Management Warehouse Management Fulfillment Automation Market Integrations All Order Data (Real-time and Historical) Add to that, when using ShipMonk 3PL software, you’ll always have complete transparency and access to customer support.

3PL 84

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

Improving predictability in outcomes is valuable, but ensuring your supply chain is nimble enough to act on the data is even more so. We explore how predictive analytics and big data with human sentiments can add value and amplify their supply chain strategies. The presence of data throughout the supply chain is vital to its evolution.

Procurement Analytics 62

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Our aim is to build long-lasting partnerships with our strategic suppliers, based on common values: consistent product quality, excellent service, innovation, commitment to environmental responsibility and of course competitiveness,” Parfum and Behling explain.

Material Savings 64

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Will consumers be reluctant to use credit cards for holiday purchases? For the first time, mobile purchases have overtaken desktop purchases. We also hope you’re paying close attention to the data coming in because this will become your baseline for many BFCM seasons to come. Will inflation put a damper on holiday sales?

Purchasing Skills 64

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 10, 2023

That means consumers need to really do the research when making online purchase decisions, otherwise the risk for returns is strong. 1 Study the Data It’s no happy accident that ShipMonk was adamant about including complete, real-time transparent data in the 3PL software our fulfillment services stem from. Glass slippers.

Procurement Solutions 64

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 7, 2023

The reason they’re doing this is that they lack granular market data on contract and spot rates and prevailing service levels. Let’s look at some data. Broad-based freight market data suggests that there’s still a substantial cost-reduction opportunity in front of supply chain leaders.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

For example, a member of the sales team could apply to become a purchasing agent, based on her experience of negotiating sales deals. The main lack of talent is in middle management, especially in big data analytics and supply chain planning, where the shortage is around 54%. Data Managers. IT Specialists. Finance managers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2020

Ciaran outlines that retailers considering a move to an omnichannel solution should focus on three primary aspects: synchronised data/stock, diversified sales channels and the user experience. Synchronising data and stock. It also means having a fully integrated supply chain to maximise stock value.”. The User Experience (UX).

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Not only does it provide a space to test hypotheses, but it takes it a step further, giving you results and data to power smarter decisions based on accurate data. Companies can identify the best course of action, minimize negative impacts and make more informed decisions.

Expense Reduction 96

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The Logistics Academy

OCTOBER 18, 2017

As global supply chains become more complex and customers more demanding, the race is on to develop software applications that can effectively manage and make sense of the zettabytes of data being generated by our digital world. Of course, capturing the data and then using it to make good decisions are two entirely different things.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2017

Katz also discussed the importance having the right kind of data model in order to link all of the disparate data formats out there: “In order to link different transactions [such as purchase orders, sales orders, and shipments], you have to ensure that the data model speaks the same language, uses a common semantic framework.

Supply Chain Software 60

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

That’s where data analytics comes in.” Gaining in-depth insights and current data about the supply chain, load statuses, and consumer demands can make it easier for enterprise sippers to adjust and plan. Thus, modern advances in data collection and analytics have made it significantly easier to automate this process.

Price Reduction 97

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 11, 2023

It’s taking semiconductor firms more than twice as long as their peers in other industries to hire personnel such as technicians or mechanical engineers, with the typical process stretching to about three months, according to an analysis of the top 50 chip producers in the US by Revelio Labs, a labor-market data analyst. FedEx, the U.S.

Negotiating Skills 108

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Returning goods has become as an established part of shopping as buying them, since being accelerated during the era of growth in online shopping, where goods are purchased without being tried. Clothing topped the list of items people shop for by far, with almost a third of purchases returned (32%). Shoes come next (15%).

Cost Reduction 60

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Ship Monk

APRIL 11, 2024

Rates Some states (Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon) don’t charge a general sales tax on purchases at all. excise taxes) may be levied by the federal, state, and local government simultaneously on the same purchase, each at a different rate. But what is meant by purchase price? These taxes (a.k.a.

eCommerce 76

eCommerce Tips Purchasing Skills Procurement Solutions 76

Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 25, 2021

Innovation drives consumer markets and purchasing habits. If anything, that pace has only quickened due to the global pandemic as more and more consumers turned to online shopping to purchase goods during the lockdowns. E-commerce sales in 2019 accounted for 11% of total sales,” according to data taken from the U.S.

Cost Reduction 62

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Fixing global supply chains requires trust and transparency; digital technologies and platforms deliver this through the ability and opportunity to share real-time data. The tools we develop are important to leverage digital technology and the solutions are of course what we are aiming to find. Boosting supply chain visibility.

Supply Chain Software 82

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World Food Programme Logistics

MAY 31, 2019

When buying milk is an investment Thanks to a retail team supporting the 450 shops, WFP has a wealth of shopping data at its fingertips. This data tells us that milk is the third most-purchased item in our shops. Those purchases total US$10.2 That is a lot of milk.

Food and Agriculture 40

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FLS Transport

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Data shows contract rates up 12% year over year. Of course, there’s a massive need for more capacity right now and that’s largely what’s driving the purchases. Now we have the first data point that shows contract rates increased 12% in the fourth quarter of 2020.

Procurement Analytics 98

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

With a solid business strategy, and a strong foundation of knowledge, you can determine the best course of action for your manufacturing business and take advantage of an ERP system to streamline business processes and maximize profitability. Previously, purchasing an ERP required a large capital spend. SaaS (Software as a Service).

ERP 105

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2022

Of course, change is always occurring. The ability for a consumer to buy an item online, then come into the store and add to that transaction or to exchange the online purchase at the store. They are taking data from WMS and using it more effectively for the yard. “Assemble Agents of Change” was the theme of the conference.

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