WorkWave

MAY 8, 2024

This blog post will explore what telematics is, why it’s crucial for last-mile delivery and the vital role it plays when combined with route optimization platforms. The data collected over time allows for trend analysis, enabling continuous route optimization for improved efficiency. That’s where telematics comes in.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

On this blog and the one published by our sister company Logistics Bureau, we often receive questions relating to metrics suitable for monitoring procurement performance. In procurement, cost analysis is not just about the price of your company’s purchases. Vendor Availability. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

We have made it to the end of the "Most Popular Blog Posts of 2015.So We've already featured all the other popular blog posts from logistics , manufacturing , supply chain , and freight over this week. The most popular blogs are centered around Infographics, reports, facts, and trends.as Top Transportation Blog Posts from 2014.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 20, 2024

In recent years, the amount of data available to most companies has exploded. By streamlining and accelerating data collection and analysis, you get the insights you need for effective decision-making. The post How to Improve your Manufacturing Processes with Business Intelligence appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2015

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Accurate data forecasting requires accurate data, robust data analysis tools, and people who understand how to use them. In general, start with the method that offers the best use of available data. The amount of data available usually depends on the maturity of the product.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 9, 2022

Here’s an example. That information is readily available, but with BI, you can dig down into the numbers and easily slice the figures in different ways. The BI tool needs to be able to easily pull all this data together for analysis. ERP and business intelligence. We’d be happy to help get you started on your BI journey.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

One of the big challenges facing manufacturers is inadequate reporting and analysis capabilities. Some of the key differences between the systems are: ERP software focuses on process management and automation, while BI software focuses on data analysis and visualization.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 16, 2017

Modern supply chains are evolving beyond anyone’s expectations due to increased use of cloud-computing technologies, wearables and advanced data analysis. Wearables Became More Cost-Effective and Available. Data Analysis Grew Exponentially, Providing More End-to-End Visibility and Continuous Improvement.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 25, 2024

Meanwhile, drayage carriers gauge inbound volume, measured at the point of origin, for a look ahead at local demand in the coming days (see blog for detail). year over year in the first quarter (available in SONAR via the RTOIC.USA ticker). Analysts can take this analysis a step further by looking at volume by lane.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

This application significantly improves transportation visibility by combining data from multiple systems within the business with data already available through the BluJay TMS. As an example, CLX Logistics can integrate customer ABC-segmentation to drive differentiated transportation performance by customer segment.

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

This application significantly improves transportation visibility by combining data from multiple systems within the business with data already available through the BluJay TMS. As an example, CLX Logistics can integrate customer ABC-segmentation to drive differentiated transportation performance by customer segment.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

There are hundreds of inventory control blog posts on how to organize warehouses, track goods and pick and pack efficiently. It’s the art of achieving stock availability , while reducing inventory costs and minimizing the risk of excess items. Read our blog on demand forecasting accuracy for more details.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 28, 2024

You don’t want data that could create analysis paralysis. If production metrics are important, you may want to get data on: Machine and labor availability. The post Data-driven decision making in manufacturing appeared first on SYSPRO Blog. The work to get this has to be collaborative. Lead times for receiving raw materials.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you’ve followed our blog over the years, you’ll know that we’ve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why it’s vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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EazyStock

JUNE 24, 2020

In this four part blog series we discuss how inventory management teams can use inventory optimization to help deal with the impact of the Coronavirus in the medium and long term, focusing on demand forecasting, supplier management and inventory planning. For example, highlighting unusual dips in demand or longer than expected lead times.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

What would they be changing without a thorough understanding of the new business landscape and the new technologies that are available and where they would best be used? The second step will be to convert all critical business data produced going forward that requires analysis to be collected going forward.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 26, 2021

Data analysis to improve performance management. For example, a certain carrier could be causing delays in freight delivery, or there might be long dwell times on a particular location. Insights from your data analysis will help improve performance management and master your last-mile delivery.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 25, 2021

To compete in this constantly changing market, manufacturers and distributors need more digital-driven services such as real-time production, tracking, and analysis. IoT and automatic data collection: The traditional factory can move away from recording production time on isolated applications or paper which gives an inaccurate analysis.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 30, 2013

View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Work Force Management is about managing the availability of right resources at the right place, at the right time and for the right duration to execute a work. Procurement Blog.

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EazyStock

JULY 19, 2019

This blog post will briefly go through the key elements of optimizing your inventory and link to resources that will give you more details of each key concept: Demand forecasting. For example, when the product is first introduced to the market it will not have any historical demand at all. Inventory policy. Supplier Reliability.

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Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Inventory Optimization 55

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For example, before the pandemic, companies could get by with analog machines, paper-based systems, and disconnected point solutions. Management has to make sure that machines are always available to maximize capacity. I should know. I grew up in manufacturing. The pandemic made that impossible. Inventory is another huge headache.

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AIMMS

AUGUST 3, 2020

These are just two among many examples of how scenario planning can bolster S&OP decision making. If you’d like to learn more, download a complimentary copy of Gartner’s “Improve S&OP Decision Making Through Scenario Planning” (it’s available for a limited time, courtesy of AIMMS).

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 4, 2022

For example, a manual machine can be outfitted with a power measurement device that will support data collection on idle time, run time and downtime. AI goes to the next level by helping with the analysis of that data. Cloud computing makes AI far more available without requiring a huge investment.

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EazyStock

JUNE 16, 2022

For example, navigation apps, facial recognition, smart assistants, and even robot vacuum cleaners at home use this smart tech. For supply chain management, this could include generating demand forecasts to ensure stock availability or mapping transportation routes to prevent idle time and reduce fuel consumption.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The system eliminates middlemen and streamlines the freight booking process by automatically matching truck drivers with available loads through the use of algorithms. The primary logistics trends for 2024 are shown below, along with examples of how some of the industry’s top businesses are already incorporating them into their plans.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 21, 2022

Understanding your customer base involves carrying out an in-depth analysis of your archetypal customer. When conducting this analysis, your goal should be to identify and describe your target audience’s longings, desires, needs, and challenges. A customer profile is one of the ultimate goals of customer analysis.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Analysis Study Digital 52

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 19, 2022

For example, one of the main problems with Asian-US trade is that all container ship deliveries are now routed to the West Coast, even though the bulk of America’s manufacturers are based on the East Coast. Use data to improve operations. To assist with the short-term solution, the answer is an extensive data-gathering exercise.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 105

EazyStock

JULY 13, 2020

In this four-part blog series we look at the impact COVID-19 has had on supply chains and how inventory optimization software can help. How to keep stock investment as low as possible without a negative impact on service levels (stock availability) and customer satisfaction. However, ABC analysis is quickly out-of-date.

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Locus

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The many benefits of technology include increased speed of identification, reliable, accurate and quick data gathering, processing, analysis and transmission. However, how successful businesses are is dependent on how well the technology is applied, the availability of proper infrastructure, culture as well as management policies.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Today almost every information and transaction is available on mobile devices and people use those to be productive. Islamic Banking. Mobile Banking. Payments Treasury. Offerings. |.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

For example: Japan earthquake 2016. Control of the supply chain is based upon transparency and availability of information – a business can work around issues provided that they have the information early enough. Supply chain disruptions. US-China trade war 2018. Suez Canal blockage 2021. Review sourcing and suppliers.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

That includes analysis of current operations, costs by mode, performance and benchmarking of existing partnerships. That includes helping shippers manage the final mile procurement process and even offering in-house services that are available within the 3PL.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Modeling Software 123

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friend Greg Braun from C3 Solutions. In this blog, Greg discusses the real cost of inaction when you dont adopt new supply chain technology. Chances are there is a better solution available. And do the cost-benefit analysis. BDC blog, https://www.bdc.ca/en/blog/pages/technology_opportunity_not_be_missed.aspx.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The tasks associated with the delivery of raw materials are handled by inbound logistics or supply logistics to guarantee their availability throughout the production process. Allows for performance analysis. Examples of Inbound Logistics Strategies. Everything You Need to Know About Inbound Logistics | Source: Picpedia.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

This also makes it easier to see capacity constraints or other available options that represent the most beneficial and profitable moves within the network. Improved predictive analysis and projection with logistics automation data and insights. Logistics automation and real-time data analysis make this kind of insight possible.

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Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Automation Sourcing Strategies 90

EazyStock

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Increased stock levels to ensure stock availability. In this three-part blog series we’re looking at each of these inventory management problems. For example, some will be at the growth stage with either positive demand or ‘fast’ demand e.g. selling a steady volume. Let’s look at each in more detail: Identifying Demand Types.

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