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Cost to Serve Analysis—And the Costs of Neglecting It

Logistics Bureau

And, of course, I will also share how knowing your cost-to-serve will help you to solve those all-too-familiar performance gremlins. Indeed, during our CTS work with clients, we’ve encountered many cases where products or customers drive losses rather than profits—always an eye-opener, but more common than you might ever expect.

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The Role of TMS in a Logistics Partner’s Strategy and Value Proposition

Talking Logistics

Operational excellence, of course. It provides us and our customers joint access to case management data and business intelligence tools so we can collaborate to make sure things get across the finish line.”. What do shipper’s look for in a logistics partner? What factors are driving these expectations?

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Bucking the Trend in Transportation – Simultaneously Cap Rate Growth and Beat Capacity Constraints

Talking Logistics

Though they’ve always relied on internet load boards, posting services and other tools determine when and where loads are available, today they’re leveraging these technologies to “lie in wait” for opportunities to optimize their margins. Unsurprisingly, carriers are feasting on their advantage in this atmosphere.

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Prescriptive Analytics is Going Mainstream. Is your Organization Ready?

AIMMS

In the case of ELIX Polymers, S&OP Navigator allows them to quickly simulate the impact of any problem on their volume and EBITDA and decide on the best course of action. The tools of the past are simply not enough to deal with the quantity of data available today. Prepare for adoption with a change management strategy

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5 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management

Logistics Bureau

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. The company grew substantially over the course of two decades, with a considerable proportion of that growth achieved by way of acquisitions.

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Prescriptive Analytics is Going Mainstream. Is your Organization Ready?

AIMMS

In the case of ELIX Polymers, S&OP Navigator allows them to quickly simulate the impact of any problem on their volume and EBITDA and decide on the best course of action. The tools of the past are simply not enough to deal with the quantity of data available today. Prepare for adoption with a change management strategy

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Freight Broker Business: Increase Shrinking Margins With Better Analytics

Turvo

Of course, these problems all lead to fewer bookings and worse profit margins, but a darker side remains. Download a Turvo Freight Broker Case Study. They provide a roadmap to ensure your goals are met, and they are an invaluable tool for measuring the health of your business. Inaccurate rating for shipments.