Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Cloud-based supply chain management tools, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are expected to figure prominently in future supply chain operations. More data is coming in than ever before.

Supply Chain Software 166

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies 166

Conger

APRIL 19, 2024

With heaps of data right there for the taking, deciding on the best moves for your fleet becomes a breeze. Picture your material handling operation broken down into easy-to-understand data points. Pinpointing the perfect time for refueling or recharging and can reduce downtime and ramp up team productivity.

Optimization Software 81

Optimization Software Data Materials Handling Resource Reduction 81

Linxup

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Effective fleet operations play a crucial role in optimizing your organization's performance and productivity, all while minimizing expenses and mitigating potential risks. These four strategies can help you in 2024, and beyond, to ensure your fleet operations are running as fast, safe, and profitable as possible.

Expense Reduction 101

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Efficiency Operations 101

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Samuel is Director of Product Marketing at DAT Freight & Analytics ‘ Shipper segment. DAT operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Samuel is a board member of CSCMP’s Rocky Mountain Roundtable and is a Certified Product Marketing Manager (CPMM).

Optimal Sourcing 298

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Negotiating Skills 298

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

Let’s just come right out and say it – without the ability to capture, aggregate, and understand your supply chain data, you have gray area within your organization. It’s a veritable petri dish for blind spots across your operation that no amount of manual workarounds can fix. Your “story” is in your data.

Supply Chain Planning Software 137

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 137

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 3, 2023

Using artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing can significantly improve productivity, reduce equipment failure, increase production efficiency and help identify new business opportunities. Nine areas where AI can help manufacturers There are several ways in which data and AI can be applied in the manufacturing industry.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Data Optimization Software 98

Stord

APRIL 24, 2024

Love it or fear it, Artificial Intelligence appears to be the new normal in everything, including supply chain and logistics operations. How will AI and related technologies impact supply chain / logistics operations over the next 12-24 months? ( AI chatbots are everywhere. And there’s even AI in refrigerators.

Supply Chain Planning Software 88

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 88

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

As I explain in a YouTube video on this subject, I recently saw a good example of how a BHAG can galvanise a workforce and make a dramatic impact on productivity. Slowly the productivity went up. For example, their increase in productivity was 217 percent. Determine operating methods. Decide the focus of the programme.

Production 117

Production Operations Logistics Network Optimization Software Training 117

Ship Monk

JANUARY 26, 2024

You are about to find out what that means, and how it might affect your daily business operations. Extra care must be taken when storing, handling, packing, and shipping these and other hazmat products. What do you, as an ecommerce business owner, need to know about shipping hazmat products? Many fulfillment centers don’t.)

eCommerce 71

eCommerce Production Packaging 3PL 71

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

This article is from Descartes Systems Group and looks at how companies can reduce lead times with real-time data. As so many of us were made aware since the pandemic lead times were stretched to extreme levels for many products globally. To read the full article, click HERE.

Inventory Reduction 144

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Vendor Strategies Expense Reduction 144

Ship Monk

JANUARY 31, 2024

Of course we’re talking about your ecommerce store’s data security. Exposure Through Data Transfer When you work with any third-party vendors, data is transferred between platforms. Data Security Protection 1.) who can see the data?), data encryption protocols (i.e.

eCommerce 76

eCommerce Security Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 76

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

This is where big data technologies come into play. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics. Logistics and transport service providers create enormous data records as they manage the flow of goods. These data include information such as types of goods, location, weight, size, origin, and destination.

Data 150

Data Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 150

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Andrew is Director, Operations – North America Activations for Descartes , a global leader in on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions for logistics businesses. The platform allows for increased control and management of the supply chain—with more efficient and high-quality data to improve communication and decision-making.

Supply Chain Design Software 288

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 288

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 27, 2024

PAXAFE’s SaaS platform — CONTXT — is a device-agnostic risk-management platform that automates lane mapping and temperature management workflow, minimizes product and lane qualification lead times and reduces overall product loss for Life Science shippers and service providers. PAXAFE says that their platform can automate tasks.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 305

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings Supply Chains 305

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 17, 2023

The manufacturing industry is currently undergoing a rapid digital transformation, and as a result, companies are generating vast amounts of data. Unfortunately, without proper processing and analysis, this data is of little use to the organization. This can lead to improved quality, reduced waste, and optimized production processes.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 98

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 7, 2022

Machine downtime is an issue that constantly plagues operations, leading to frustrated workers and a negative impact on the business’s bottom line.

Factories 98

Factories Production Data Operations 98

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Knapp, leading technology partner for value chains, is making its MultiScan master data capture system available to customers through short-term rental or outright purchase. MultiScan is an intelligent and customisable master data capture solution.

Procurement Solutions 53

Procurement Solutions Availability Data Optimization Software 53

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 9, 2023

Manufacturers increasingly turning to data and analytics, from an ERP system, to support business initiatives. Data is after all the fuel that runs the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Challenges to using data. Many manufacturers are data-rich but when it comes to using it they are insight-poor.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement ERP Data Logistics Network Optimization Software 111

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

DC operations in many companies are becoming more complex and changeable, with new business requirements, which are now coupled with new forms of modular automation and robotics. These companies face critical decisions in upgrading and enhancing their operations to continue to be competitive.

Optimization Software 136

Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Production Vendor Strategies 136

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Senior Executives at Samsara are forecasting trends in physical operations for next year and beyond. Philip van der Wilt (pictured), SVP and GM EMEA of Samsara says, “physical operations will continue to be challenged by the uncertainty surrounding fleet electrification and the need to double down on fuel efficiency.

Modeling Software 61

Modeling Software Sourcing Strategies Operations Vendor Strategies 61

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

ORTEC, a global provider of leading end-to-end supply chain solutions developed specifically for the operational needs of manufacturers, retailers, and distributors, introduces a state-of-the-art solution purpose-fit for the operational needs of the manufacturing and finished goods logistics industries.

Data 60

Data Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Scenario Planning 60

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 8, 2023

Traditionally, planning processes are designed to serve specific time horizons – sales & operations execution (S&OE) is used for short term horizon, sales & operations planning (S&OP) for the mid-term horizon, and integrated business planning (IBP) for long term strategic horizon. Here the model gets more complex.

Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Optimal Sourcing Production 118

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2023

Matt Elenjickal, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FourKites, has pointed out that “data is the raw fuel of a digital transformation.” But it must be quality data! When enterprise implementations take longer than expected, almost all do, the amount of time needed to clean up the data is often the leading factor.

Data 118

Data Digital Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 118

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Logistics providers need to process large quantities of warehouse data every day to control their material flow efficiently. The all-in-one dashboard serves as a cockpit for process monitoring, displays all relevant figures and thus helps to ensure greater flexibility during everyday logistics operations.

Data 57

Data Material Savings Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 57

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Leading London-based robotics and data intelligence company Dexory today announced the launch of their new, enhanced solution DexoryView – a revolutionary new platform that will change the way that warehouses are managed through the power of real-time data.

Data 58

Data Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Automation 58

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 15, 2021

These new tools will free time for managers and engineers, making them more productive and their DCs more efficient and effective. Proactively re-slot products to improve efficiency. In contrast, a machine learning solution uses algorithms to analyze warehouse data and develop a predictive model for workforce planning.

Optimal Sourcing 131

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Optimization Software 131

Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Has your company ever suffered problems with, implemented, or even considered implementing a sales and operations (S&OP) planning process? Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Why S&OP Needs a Lot of Human Investment.

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Operations Supply Chain Design Software 104

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Product slotting can significantly improve warehouse productivity—and reduce labour costs by up to 30 percent. Simply put, product slotting is about putting the right product in the right place so you can pick it in the most efficient way. How Supermarkets Slot Products. How Warehouses Slot Products.

Production 73

Production Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Software 73

3PL Links

MAY 3, 2023

Improving Supply Chain Visibility: The Impact of Data Strategy | Image source: Pixabay A business-contextualized data approach is crucial for boosting supply chain visibility, especially during downturns. This requires knowing precisely what details should be collected and trusting the sources of this data.

Sourcing Strategies 62

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction 62

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Manufacturing companies already know that digital technologies, such as the Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 , are transforming the way the industry operates. Delayed deliveries/shipments : Although Production may have a plan, manual and disconnected systems result in the inability to execute the plan smoothly.

Optimization Software 105

Optimization Software Cost Reduction Material Savings Operations 105

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2024

Aside from creating products that have sustainable benefits, Siemens has increased the value of their offerings by focusing on the traceability and data verification of their products. Siemens has 100,000 or even millions of products, and they hope to reduce the environmental impact of these products.

Industry 152

Industry Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Material Savings 152

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 18, 2023

The objective of this guidance is to enable companies to better understand and track their logistics emissions on a granular operational level and seeks to quantify the footprint of end-to-end logistics emissions, from supplier to final customer, with focus on primary data calculations.

Data 64

Data Logistics Training Global logistics 64

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 14, 2023

While many OEMs are scrambling to transform their processes to achieve visibility and resilience, eMoldino, a company that helps businesses digitize their tooling production data, may have a solution to their visibility woes.

Supply Chain Software 97

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Operations Tools 97

Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Connected operations take the power of data, use it to generate insights and thereby help people run their businesses more efficiently, safely and sustainably, says Jeffrey Hausman, chief product officer at Samsara.

Operations 52

Operations Data Efficiency Production 52