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Supply Chain Software’s Best Return on Investment

Logistics Viewpoints

The goal was to consolidate redundant distribution center (DC) locations, store the parts from both brands in all the DCs, and service the dealer networks while achieving an unprecedentedly high customer satisfaction target of 95% across the board. million outbound shipments per year. And these DCs were responsible for over 1.5

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How to Measure Success: KPIs for Inbound Logistics

WorkWave

What are inbound and outbound logistics? Both inbound and outbound logistics involve the transportation of products across various distribution channels, however inbound logistics deals with supply and outbound logistics fulfill demands. This guide outlines the essential KPIs you should be monitoring to ensure efficiency.

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5 Tips for Warehouse and Distribution Center Management Success You MUST Instill Today

GlobalTranz

Thus, warehouse and distribution center management will face added pressures to do more this year with the same, if not fewer, resources. To improve warehouse and distribution center management in your company, instill these five tips in the minds of your team members and company contacts. Use Technology to Work Smarter, Not Harder.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: An Opportunity to Reinforce the Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

For example, an agile supply chain may have real-time data, advanced analytics, decision support tools, and cross-functional teams to monitor, diagnose, and solve problems. The port closure disrupts the inbound and outbound flows of vehicles and parts, affecting the operations and sales of automakers, dealers, and suppliers.

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Kimberly-Clark’s Digital Transformation of Shipping

Logistics Viewpoints

One of the speakers was Abby Weisenberger, a distribution consultant at Kimberly-Clark. Weisenberger is leading their digitally enabled shipping initiative, she works in distribution operations rather than transportation. Historically, distribution at K-C relied on other departments to give them information. What made Ms.

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Retailers Embrace Gig Economy Fulfillment

Logistics Viewpoints

Other retailers and e-commerce merchants may lack the retail or distribution center footprint to rollout same-day delivery nationwide. Which stores and distribution centers will accommodate gig integration for various regions? Critical data to track. Carrier invoice data (actual costs). Carrier-contracted rates.

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The Long Road to Just-in-Time

FreightWaves SONAR

It’s also a long road to meet just-in-time delivery. Although our vampire and Paw Patrol costumes are bought off of a rack in September, they’re expected at the ports by May or June. Lead times vary across product categories, depending on their time to manufacture, grow or ship in order to meet demand.

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