The Lean Thinker

MARCH 23, 2023

In addition, there are companies that are “training the trainer” to deliver the course precisely – which is good – and coaching them not to deviate from the words in the manual. The challenge, of course, is that nobody owns this material. If we optimize the parts, we will optimize the whole.

Buyer Training 195

Buyer Training Material Savings Course Optimal Sourcing 195

Conger

JANUARY 17, 2023

There is no formal 5S training, but you can find courses online with 5S certification. Here are 6 5S training courses that you can use to ensure teams and organizations are ready with knowledge about 5S, its importance, its implementation, and more. It's a self-paced course. Note: Prices below as of January 2023.

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 52

Talking Logistics

MAY 23, 2018

We’re talking, of course, about Transportation Management System (TMS) solutions to digitize and automate transportation processes. . Read this document explaining a methodology for accurately calculating the savings potential of a good TMS solution. There will definitely be more recessions as well as more periods of expansion.

Negotiating Skills 60

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Software Modeling Software Optimization Software 60

Ship Monk

OCTOBER 17, 2022

This includes: Matters of inventory management with advanced 3PL software Delivery speed with warehouse locations that bring products closer to customers Fulfillment: Order processing, picking, and packing Optimal shipping costs and options thanks to established relationships with major shipping carriers. Not all 3PLs are the same though.

eCommerce 78

eCommerce 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software 78

247 Customs Broker

MAY 8, 2018

Improved internal processes are, of course, helpful, but today’s competitive landscape is being redrawn by forwarders which are putting shippers’ needs first. In many cases, those three elements are strongly correlated with provider technology that enables process optimization, reduced labor costs and more shipper-facing efficiencies.”.

Freight forwarding 28

Freight forwarding Supply Chain Planning Software Freight Sourcing Strategies 28

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2016

A major contributing factor is the inherent difficulty in measuring and documenting packaging suitability for LTL and over-the-road pallet load shipments. Let’s start with a definition and some background. . Unless, of course, a thicker film applied with more film tension was used. Too many variables exist.

Data 55

Data Cost Reduction Freight Material Savings 55

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2016

It is surprising how far people walk in the course of a year in many processes. Rather, going beyond customer expectations needs to be fully understood, and transportation strategies then developed to meet those expectations with optimal inventory levels. Any detected waste needs to be documented and followed by problem-solving.

Waste Reduction 53

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Price Reduction 53