AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

To do this, we assume that these sample new customers will initially optimize based only on their current distribution assets and constraints (such as lead times), and simply allow the technology to make the best of what they already have by optimizing customer/DC associations. Optimization ‘right sizes’ your network for each scenario.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In this blog, I’ll try to shed more light on it with examples from our work with our customers. Think of the Lego as the ultimate example of a composable toy. Examples of Composability in Supply Chain Planning Platforms. In this blog, I’ll focus on the Q-commerce case. So what to do? What is Composability?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Supply chain executives must evolve from cost and service as the key objectives for optimal demand-supply balancing towards the “quadfecta” of cost, service, resiliency, and sustainability. The bullwhip effect is one example of this disruptive effect, when small changes in demand cause huge demand spikes downstream.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Then in the early 2000s, a new technology emerged, inventory optimization (IO), which could account for variability and multi-level activity in the supply chain and optimize inventory management policies using a statistical approach to manage both demand and supply variability. Inventory optimization. Challenges of IO and AI.

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AIMMS

JUNE 5, 2019

Using Gartner’s supply chain CORE model (Configure, Optimize, Respond & Execute) you may find that when hitting the Execute time horizon, there’s simply no time for a human to make a great decision. An interesting example of this is the capability AIMMS has provided in the utility grid business for the last 15 years.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Then in the early 2000s, a new technology emerged, inventory optimization (IO), which could account for variability and multi-level activity in the supply chain and optimize inventory management policies using a statistical approach to manage both demand and supply variability. Inventory optimization. Challenges of IO and AI.

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Locus

DECEMBER 7, 2021

A prime example is how governments in the Middle East have begun to rethink food security targets after the disruptions to their food supply chains. This factor would vary with the mode of transportation we choose and also how optimized our routing is. For example: poor quality, high costs, high lead time, supplier communication.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 22, 2022

In our eCommerce fulfillment blog we sometimes highlight industry jargon that’s essential for every entrepreneur. Whether you do or you don’t, this blog can help finetune your understanding of what SKUs can be utilized for, how to use them to grow your business , and best practices for this crucial part of inventory management.

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EazyStock

JUNE 24, 2020

Inventory optimization software is an important piece of the puzzle. 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.

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EazyStock

MAY 11, 2021

In this post, we’re going to discuss how you can classify your inventory into three ABC categories and introduce the concept of XYZ analysis. Using ABC classification you can therefore split inventory into three categories: Category A: this is the smallest category and consists of the most important stock items.

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

In this three-part blog series we’re looking at each of these inventory management problems. Reducing stock levels to carry more lines (without accurate forecasting and inventory optimization tools) can lead to stockouts and expensive backorders or rush orders from suppliers. Optimizing Inventory Levels as SKUs Grow.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 21, 2022

The JIC methodology requires that manufacturers establish optimal levels for different categories of inventory. A supply chain portal integrated with the rest of the business through an ERP system reduces manual intervention, for example, with ordering and in dealing with suppliers’ issues about invoice payments.

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The distributors who gained a significant strategic advantage over their competitors had a laser focus on profitability during the downturn, a strong emphasis on margin management through disciplined pricing and category management, careful control of costs, and finally, the willingness to invest in priority growth opportunities.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 30, 2023

Conversion Rates by Industry It’s also important to note that conversion rates vary by industry and product category. So what you may think is a low conversion rate may actually be pretty good for your product category. But the most commonly used benchmark tracks purchases by visits. Let’s start with the product pages.

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EazyStock

JUNE 18, 2019

In this post, we’re going to discuss how you can classify your inventory into three ABC categories and introduce the concept of XYZ analysis. Using ABC classification you can therefore split inventory into three categories: Category A: this is the smallest category and consists of the most important stock items.

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

In this three-part blog series we’re looking at three of the most common inventory management issues faced by stock holding companies. This is where inventory optimization comes in. Ensuring Stock Availability with Inventory Optimization. Read our blog on demand forecasting or download our whitepaper for more information.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Product Categories. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Watch out for my next blog on how we can achieve this. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs. Procurement Blog. Infrastructure Outsourcing.

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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. In this post we focus on inventory planning and how to optimize stock levels despite erratic customer behavior and supply restrictions. Identifying and Managing Critical Stock During COVID-19.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 2, 2022

The Gartner research group has highlighted the benefits as: get real-time or close to real-time visibility and clarity, use and analyze signals, intelligently optimize responses, provide exception management. The post How the procurement role should evolve in the new supply chain appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 17, 2023

While SONAR offers endless ways to save time and money, the bulk of the platform’s opportunities for return on investment can be sorted into three main categories. Once logistics leaders are able to pinpoint these areas, they can optimize their operations based on current market conditions and gain significant cost savings.

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EazyStock

JUNE 18, 2019

In this post, we’re going to discuss how you can classify your inventory into three ABC categories and introduce the concept of XYZ analysis. Using ABC classification you can therefore split inventory into three categories: Category A: this is the smallest category and consists of the most important stock items.

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EazyStock

MARCH 17, 2021

With so many possibilities, supply chain disruptions don’t necessarily all fall into tidy buckets, but here are a few categories to watch out for within your own supply chain: Holidays. This category is sometimes lumped together with black swan events. Holidays affect supply chains in a couple different ways.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Some examples of CPGs are personal hygiene products, food, beverages, and cosmetics. Examples of goods under this category are shoes, dresses, cars, jewelry, and perfumes. One such example is a Rolls Royce. Some examples would be flashlights, fire extinguishers, and pepper spray. What is Consumer Packaging?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2015

It is that time of year again where we feature the most viewed articles on the Cerasis blog in each of the six main categories we write about: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation Management, and Freight. . In 2015, we have already published 232 articles in several different categories. INFOGRAPHIC] Industry 4.0:

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

My team and I work on developing and furthering our supply chain and operations by providing a centralized analytical perspective – we work on improving fulfillment models, applying analytics, improving productivity and output at our warehouses, and optimizing our operations. You are currently using AIMMS for Warehouse Slotting Optimization.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry. One example is UPS Healthcare developing a system and opening facilities to move medicines safely. The food and beverage industry has faced significant challenges and growth over the past couple of years.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Product Categories. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Typical examples for these future trends would be to predict sales forecasts, market trends, customer behavior, next best action and machine failures etc.

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EazyStock

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Most businesses struggle to find an optimized balance between these two costly challenges. In this blog, we’ll take the four types of carrying costs in turn and understand their real impact on your bottom line. Also in this category are the expenses related to inventory control and management. What are inventory carrying costs?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2023

A new year is underway, and what better way to begin our 2023 blog activity than with a summary of the freshest news from the supply chain and logistics theatre? Indeed, it looks set to be one of the hottest growth categories in logistics during the year ahead. Pilot Freight Services’ purchase of LTL company American Linehaul Corp.

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Locus

MARCH 28, 2022

For example, clothing stores enable customers to browse and try out the merchandise in person, get helpful suggestions from the human sales staff, and receive a seamless checkout experience with automated cashiers. Experiential retail marketing aims to provide value across four key categories, namely: Convenience. Conclusion.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 19, 2013

Product Categories. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs. Procurement Blog. Infrastructure Outsourcing. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Banking Suite.

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3PL Links

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Labor, inventory accuracy, and split shipping are a few examples. Stores were planned, assigned, restocked, and conducted business with customers fully independently from the digital channel when it comes to inventory planning and optimization. Visiting a nearby store to look at the merchandise but not making a purchase?

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. Another thing we talk about quite often on our blog is how companies often misjudge the needs and preferences of their customers. Inventory optimization software.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

If you have followed our blog previously, you have seen us blog about 3D Printing. You can view all the 3D Printing blog posts in the category here. Headquartered in New York, Shapeways has factories and offices in Eindhoven, Queens, and Seattle. A range of different metals, plastics and composite materials may be used.

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EazyStock

JULY 26, 2019

That’s why many companies spend millions or more optimizing every aspect of their warehouses to operate with fine-tuned efficiency. You can begin your journey to optimization by considering some of the following tips. Category B: will generally be larger in terms of volume of SKUs and will usually be made up of products of less value.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Product Categories. View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. This also results in optimal costs from customers point of view. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs. Procurement Blog. Categories.

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CLX Logistics

JULY 26, 2021

Here are the main features of modern supply chain analytics solutions and services that help shippers optimize freight procurement, bidding, and benchmarking. Next-generation supply chain management tools like CLX LaneLogix are a perfect example of the type of system. Chief among them was COVID-19. Procurement Event Strategies.

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