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JANUARY 9, 2024
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Generative AI in Supply Chain: How It Impacts Your Logistics
Trinity Logistics
JANUARY 19, 2024
Businesses constantly seek innovative solutions for their supply chains to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience. I’m going to answer that question for you as well as offer some practical insights into how you should be implementing Generative AI in your supply chain. What is Generative AI?
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Analysis: Today’s Global Economy vs. Global Container Shipping
MTS Logistics
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
According to a recent article, Maersk Line is expecting container volumes to drop by 4% in 2023 globally, while their previous forecast was 2.5%. According to an ING article, scrapping is reducing capacity by 3-4%, slow steaming around 5-6%, and blank sailings have not shown any significant impact this year.
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Cost to Serve Analysis—And the Costs of Neglecting It
Logistics Bureau
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
Have you conducted a cost-to-serve (CTS) analysis for your enterprise? And that is the sole purpose of cost-to-serve analysis. If you were going to say, “What is a cost-to-serve analysis?” Only a complete cost-to-serve analysis will expose these underlying issues unless they happen to be discovered incidentally.
The Power of Outsourcing for Supply Chain Improvement
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 3, 2023
Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.
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Mastering Supply Chain Management KPIs: A Comprehensive Guide
3PL Links
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Learn how to monitor your supply chain more efficiently This is a question you may have asked yourself. How can supply chain performance be improved? Mastering Supply Chain Management KPIs: Your Comprehensive Guide to Success | Image source: Pixabay What are supply chain management KPIs?
Understand the Pitfalls of IBP Before Embarking on a Supply Chain Transformation
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 6, 2023
When companies want to digitally transform their supply chain capabilities, moving to an integrated business planning process (IBP) is often at the heart of the transformation. In one article , Mr. Sorenson points out that IBP works better for small manufacturers than large ones. Dean Sorenson concurs.
The Role of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in Supply Chain Management
3PL Links
AUGUST 2, 2023
The Role of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in Supply Chain Management | Image source: mobisoftinfotech.com Through the use of technologies like Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, robotic process automation (RPA) applications let you do operations for a set amount of time using software solutions or bots stored on servers.
Logistics 5.0: What It Is, Benefits, and Supply Chain 5.0
3PL Links
JANUARY 4, 2024
What It Is, Benefits, and Supply Chain 5.0 | Image source: edfuturetech.com One of the biggest benefits of this new era in logistics is the clever use of data, which makes it possible to make decisions with greater authority, lower risks, eliminate waste, and encourage socially conscious behavior. Logistics 5.0: Logistics 5.0:
Top 6 Supply Chain KPIs: Keep Your Dashboards Simple
Logistics Bureau
OCTOBER 20, 2021
The Supply Chain Manager’s Multi-function Display. By now, you are probably wondering what airliners have to do with supply chain KPIs. You see, the set of primary data needed to keep an airliner aloft is (apparently) relatively simple—and the same is true of running a supply chain organisation.
How to Get a Job in the Supply Chain Sector
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
So, you are thinking about a career in supply chain? You are not alone, especially as in the time since we first penned this article, one huge and unforeseen event has raised awareness of the global importance of this vital sector—and shown it to be an attractive career choice. What is the Role of the Supply Chain Worker?
Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Original article: Warner’s Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers. VP, ARC Advisory Group and Columnist, Forbes With in-depth research experience in logistics, transportation management, and managed transportation services, Steve’s writing and analysis are go-to resources for logistics and transportation professionals.
Why Those Who Utilize Supply Chain Data Analytics Are Gaining a Competitive Advantage
Turvo
JANUARY 26, 2021
Relying on the traditional system set up and design for supply chain management systems is becoming increasingly difficult. That’s where supply chain data analytics comes into play. What Are Supply Chain Data Analytics and Why Are Supply Chain Leaders Looking to Them.
2023 supply chain and logistics management trends
EazyStock
JANUARY 6, 2023
The supply chain world has been rocked repeatedly over the past few years due to global issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, shipping container shortages, catastrophic weather events, and socioeconomic issues – many outside our control. ABC/XYZ analysis can help identify the most valuable items to your business.
2023 supply chain and logistics management trends
EazyStock
JANUARY 6, 2023
The supply chain world has been rocked repeatedly over the past few years due to global issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, shipping container shortages, catastrophic weather events, and socioeconomic issues – many outside our control. Supply chain issues. Increased supply chain visibility.
Time Management and Supply Chain
20Cube Logistics
DECEMBER 27, 2020
Supply chain logistics is an industry in itself and at present a booming one. It’s a chain of activities, and if one link breaks or gets disturbed, the entire chain is haywire. Warehousing is part of the supply chain and today every business needs warehousing services. Know the chain. Distribution.
Refrigerated Trucks Are Using Visibility, Productivity & Collaboration Tech to Create High-Value Supply Chains
Turvo
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
There are many trends and analytics within the shipping and transportation industry that maximize success for the supply chain. Collaboration tech appears among the newest and most potent available of all these tools and processes. For any supply chain, collaboration tech becomes key to being successful.
How to Use Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics to Benefit Your Supply Chain
Blue Grace Logistics
MARCH 24, 2022
What’s in this article: What are Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics? Predictive and prescriptive analytics can help companies stay ahead of the curve and solve challenges that are holding them back in today’s complex supply chain world. Predictive and prescriptive analytics are not only used in the supply chain.
Work from home supply chain jobs
Globalior
JUNE 26, 2020
What roles in logistics and supply chain can you do from home? Supply & Demand planning: In many multi-national companies, you almost never talk to demand and supply chain planners face to face. Data Analysis: Some data analysts will do well working from home.
Ways to Use AI for Supply Chain Optimization
ShipLilly
JUNE 23, 2021
Despite all challenges, the supply chain industry is on the cusp of new dawn due to artificial intelligence (AI). Currently, only about 12% of all supply chain professionals are using artificial intelligence for operational purposes. Logistics and supply chains fall in this category.
A Look at Artificial Intelligence and Predictive Analytics in the Supply Chain Today
Morai Logistics
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
Global supply chains fear the possibility that technology will disrupt. There is no denying that digitization of the supply chain has evolved at an exponential rate. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and predictive analytics are two emerging platforms that are receiving positive consideration from supply chain and logistics.
7 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends to Watch in 2018
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 3, 2018
It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations. The 7 Trends for Supply Chain Pros to Watch in 2018.
Assessing How Software-as-a-Service (SAAS) Systems Benefit Supply Chains
Morai Logistics
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
With technology driving industries into the Cloud, implementing and utilizing Software-as-a-Service, or SAAS, systems could help supply chains improve the customer experience. Supply chain and logistics companies included. .” It is projected to provide lucrative benefits for the supply chain industry.
How to Build the Optimal Freight Carrier Network to Consistently Deliver
Turvo
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Managers of freight carrier networks and supply chains have a lot to keep tabs on with day-to-day operations in the supply chain ecosystem. A robust platform optimized and designed for adaptability will provide the best framework for supply chain processes.
Turvo Partners with OpenTrack To Simplify Ocean Freight Visibility
Turvo
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Turvo, provider of the world’s leading collaboration application designed for the supply chain, recently announced a new partnership with ocean freight visibility management technology solution provider OpenTrack. Read more about his partnership in the JOC.com article – Turvo taps OpenTrack for ocean freight visibility. .
What Are the Functions to Expect of Transportation Management Systems in Logistics?
Turvo
JULY 30, 2021
Transportation management systems (TMS) have transformed from a desirable perk to a critical necessity for continued growth and success within the supply chain management networks. It’s a Tool for Optimizing Loads and Capacity Planning. It Enables Collaboration and Communication With Trading Partners.
Logistics Predictions: How Did We Do in 2022 and What Will 2023 Look Like?
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Let’s take a look at what happened with the major themes, as well as the research and analysis we conducted in 2022 to help determine what those themes will look like in 2023. Theme 1: Global supply chains will be busy, congested and chaotic. Theme 4: Sustainability will become an opportunity, not a challenge for supply chains.
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The Future Of Manufacturing Post-COVID
Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 24, 2021
What’s covered in this article: Supply chain adaptations for success. Within the last year, manufacturers have had to cope with supply chain disruptions and the shutdown of factories due to restrictions caused by COVID-19. Companies with agile supply chains have handled the market fluctuations better than others.
Data key to tackling forecasting challenges
FreightWaves SONAR
JULY 10, 2023
Businesses are prioritizing the speed of data propagation within their supply chains. According to Gold, NRF members have made significant investments in data analysis to improve their ability to predict consumer demand to prevent bloated inventory levels that many large retailers experienced around this time in 2022.
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What is Lean Logistics? 5 Ways to Manage Lean Logistics Effectively
3PL Links
APRIL 13, 2023
5 Ways to Manage Lean Logistics Effectively | Image source: Unsplash The application of lean management ideas to supply chain performance is known as lean logistics. For all supply chain managers looking to simplify their logistics, this article offers a tried-and-true method. What is Lean Logistics?
The Long and Short of Designing a Distribution Network
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 12, 2021
Maybe it’s because the tools are out there to do it now, but I’d like to highlight other approaches that are less time-consuming and resource-hungry. We did it all on spreadsheets in the early days because there were no specialist tools around. Now there are great tools, such as Supply Chain Guru and others.
Turvo Partners with Banyan Technology to Drive Cost Savings by Optimizing Transportation Management
Turvo
OCTOBER 7, 2021
Leading supply chain collaboration application Turvo recently announced a new partnership with North America’s leading provider of live carrier and API connectivity for transportation management, Banyan Technology. Banyan Tech’s API integration with Turvo aims to help shippers across various touchpoints of the supply chain.
Ecommerce Inventory Management: Challenges & Solutions
Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 7, 2023
Naturally, there is much more to return inventory management than we have space for in this article. Dealing with Supply Chain Disruptions Even before the COVID-19 crisis, ecommerce was booming, but the pandemic was a catalyst for the boom to become a very big bang indeed.
Finding Trucking Capacity by Rapidly Onboarding New Carriers
Turvo
JULY 15, 2021
This generally gets referred to as trucking capacity, and it remains one of the most critical aspects of dealing with supply chain disruptions. Even worse, certain parts of the network, like cold chain transport, can have a “run” on capacity during times of high disruption or demand. . Better tracking of profits and losses.
When it Comes to Ocean Shipping, We Have to See Beyond Today’s Squalls and Plan for the Long Term
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
When you look back 18 months to the start of the pandemic, the first shock waves to hit global supply chains were all related to demand. What wasn’t given due consideration was the impact of the demand shock upstream, through the supply chain, right to the suppliers. Empty grocery store shelves. Toilet paper hoarding.
7 Reasons Why ShipMonk is the Smart 3PL Choice
Ship Monk
MARCH 30, 2024
We’re talking the tools, technology, and team members who set you up for success on all fronts. Unfortunately, sometimes supply chain disruptions, differing carrier restrictions, and fluctuating costs can keep that from happening. This combo has made ShipMonk one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. Have more questions?
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Implementing Last-mile Delivery Technology
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 8, 2023
Yet many continue to use outdated technology and processes leading to increased costs, supply chain risks and poor customer delivery experiences overall, costing them market share in an online retail environment where market share is increasingly hard to come by. Price per Transaction: With this model, cost is tied directly to volume.
Freight Benchmarking: What Is It? Why Do It?
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 4, 2022
Here is an overview of the most valuable benefits: More informed freight spending: Because freight benchmarking involves the analysis of carriers and the rates paid by companies using them, it gives you an evolving picture of clarity about your freight spending. The Pros and Cons of Procuring a Benchmarking Tool.
6 Ways Artificial Intelligence Technology Is Impacting Logistics and Supply Chain Management
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chain Management & Logistics. In addition to powering numerous apps and other digital products, AI stands to benefit all industries, including supply chain and logistics. Read: 8 Fundamentals for Achieving AI Success in the Supply Chain.
55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 30, 2022
55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social. Original Article: 55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social. Prior to the pandemic, most folks who weren’t in the industry didn’t give much thought to global supply chains. Lisa Anderson. Kelly Barner.
Active Supply Chain Design: A Key Imperative for De Risking Supply Chains
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Supply chain resiliency and sustainability are top priorities for CEOs today. To achieve these goals, corporate leadership must focus on two key areas: shift from internally focused supply chains to collaborative supply networks and actively design their supply chains.
How Logistics Technology Empowers Customer Experience Initiatives
Turvo
JANUARY 20, 2022
Logistics technology can have a tremendous impact on supply chains, particularly customer relations. Building a strong and positive customer service experience is critical for growth and success within the supply chain. The Costs of Poor Customer Experience in the Supply Chain. Think about it.
SONAR Indices & Insights: Measure whether shippers or carriers have control of freight pricing with SONAR’s Pricing Power Index
FreightWaves SONAR
DECEMBER 14, 2020
In this article, you learn what the Pricing Power Index is, what it may tell various freight market participants, and what the Pricing Power Index can do for each freight market participant. . What is the DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index? The DHL Supply Chain Power Pricing Index (DHLPPI) measures on a score from 0-100.
Spotlight on Triadic Distribution Centres Making Triadic, Dyadic and Monadic Sense of your Warehouse
Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 6, 2019
This article, written by Mal Walker , Manager at Logistics Bureau, in the July-August 2019 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions Magazine. Test your warehousing and supply chain colleagues. The very reliable inventory tool of ABC analysis is used to locate goods in storage bins and picking faces.
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