Transporeon

MARCH 13, 2017

Some suppliers view RFPs as static cost-cutting exercises, which devalue their offering. Multiple platforms require training and support While the basic concepts of an RF(x) may be similar, regardless of the commodity or service being procured, the tools that exist are usually not identically operated.

Sourcing 48

Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 48

Conger

JULY 28, 2022

For example, an injured employee may have to miss work, spills and debris need to be cleaned up, and damaged equipment needs to be repaired. Employee input is a great way for decision-makers to identify how safe workers feel, if they’re getting enough rest, and how sore or tired they get, for example. Employee Feedback.

Tips 52

Tips Material Savings Training Materials Handling 52

World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 1, 2019

Photo: WFP Photo Library Cost-benefit analysis studies carried out by WFP and partners have shown that every dollar invested in school feeding programmes can yield up to 10 dollars in improved health, education and productivity. Training on food safety and quality (here, in Kenya) is a crucial element of school feeding programmes.

Government 40

Government Food and Agriculture Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 40

Automotive Logistics

MAY 24, 2018

Making secure software is not simply about tools and technologies, Römmele cautions. “It Römmele explains that all Continental products go through a threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA). “We Boulton: No tool can spot every error. It depends on people and how they behave,” he observes. Focusing on binaries.

Supply Chain Design Software 50

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement 50

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Too much leads to resources being monopolised on gathering tons of data and a subsequent risk of “paralysis by analysis” Cost to Serve (CTS) is an approach that helps you avoid both extremes. The tools for determining Cost To Serve include standard spreadsheet applications, such as MS Excel, and network design modeling software.

Purchasing Skills 88

Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 88

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Slotting a warehouse product is the same, for example, as placing your umbrella close to your front door at home, so it’s easy to pick it up and run when it’s raining, and you’re late for work. It also stands to reason that when you undertake a slotting exercise, you should think about it from the perspective of these activities.

Production 92

Production Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 92

Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

For example: Compared to selling a product in-store, the cost to deliver that same item as a small parcel can be several times higher. The above examples reflect costs that include picking, packing, and last-mile delivery. The list above is not exhaustive but merely provides some notable examples of cost drivers.

Cost Reduction 117

Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 117

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. To assist with the short-term solution, the answer is an extensive data-gathering exercise. Use data to improve operations.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

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

The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

For example, as online sales reach a record high, B2C service provider Jet.com uses some creative logistics concepts to bring value to customers. We have different tools to incorporate these trends in our program. For example, understanding collaboration and communication is as important as understanding modeling and technology.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 40

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

Below I will outline how a vendor managed inventory model, in conjunction with reverse marketing, value analysis, and collaboration will achieve supply chain cost reductions. Reverse marketing starts first with Value Analysis. Your team should have recorded all Value Analysis ideas in detail to get back to the Supplier by (date).

Vendor Strategies 96

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Waste Reduction 96

Automotive Logistics

APRIL 16, 2018

NotPetya used versions of hacking tools stolen from the US National Security Agency. They started by thinking about security in the design of the car, and are now moving up into the supply chain to align security practices with select tier-one suppliers, for example ECU [engine control unit] manufacturers and firmware vendors.

Supply Chain Design Software 44

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 44