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How to create a reliable supply chain with effective forecasting and inventory management

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Other related tools such as Pareto analysis identify which products are most profitable and hence those you should focus your attention on. Finance can more effectively analyze profitability by examining how costs can be reduced when the business carries less inventory or by optimizing shipping, for example. Managing Inventory.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: An Opportunity to Reinforce the Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

A robust supply chain has strong and reliable components, such as infrastructure, equipment, technology, and human resources, that can withstand shocks and stresses. For example, a robust supply chain may have backup power generators, firewalls, security systems, and emergency plans to prevent or mitigate the effects of disruptions.

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Freightliner secures funding for emissions tool

Logistics Business Magazine

Freight operators are actively pursuing ways to decarbonise diesel trains, which is not just a matter of switching to lower carbon energy sources but also operating more efficiently – for example, by operating longer trains that are more energy and emissions efficient.

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The 20 Best HVAC Tools For Field Service Techs

WorkWave

If you’re entering the HVAC industry, you’ll want to make sure you are equipped with the proper tools for success, which range from the basic essentials to those that are nice to have, but not necessarily mandatory. We’ve compiled the below HVAC technician tool list for your reference, so you are never left unprepared. HVAC Hand Tools.

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The Importance of Sustainability Benchmarking

Logistics Viewpoints

The answer is to invest in sustainability benchmarking tools. This sustainability tool goes beyond just a snapshot in time of miles traveled. For example, air shipments are the worst in terms of carbon emissions, releasing 63 times the emissions when transporting goods of the same weight over the same distance.

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What is Preventive Maintenance: Staying Ahead of the Curve

Conger

Examples include cleaning and lubricating the moving parts or replacing parts before they wear out. Businesses across various sectors can adopt this practice seamlessly into their operations for improved reliability and performance outcomes. This digital tool streamlines scheduling regular preventive maintenance checks.

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Liquid Lens Technology to Small Code Reader

Logistics Business Magazine

The SICK Lector611 image-based code reader reliably reads 1D, 2D and stacked codes even when they are low contrast, contaminated or of poor quality. As well as code-reading duties in fast-moving production and logistics, is therefore ideal for reading direct marks on electronics or automotive components, for example.