Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

For example, a distributor challenged to improve productivity, reduce the costs for picking low unit of measure (LUM) items, and increase picking accuracy added voice-directed, AI-driven optimization software to supplement their RF-based process. Some AI-based process optimization solutions can begin showing real results in 30 days.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. As I explain in a YouTube video on this subject, I recently saw a good example of how a BHAG can galvanise a workforce and make a dramatic impact on productivity. Slowly the productivity went up.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Only with complete transparency is it possible to increase efficiency and meet sustainability goals in the future. . Understanding the suppliers’ perspective can make decision-making easier to meet environmental ambitions of shippers. The fact that returned products cannot be easily repackaged and sold has raised concerns.

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FreightWaves SONAR

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The COVID-19 crisis unveiled major issues within global supply chains and, as we have seen with SONAR freight data, volatility in the market. A lack of raw materials and products from suppliers created supply chain disruptions. With that in mind, the application of freight data holds an additional value.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Whether dealing with the direct dispatch of individual goods, packing multi-pack products, or meeting the complex requirements of returned goods packaging, the servo X e-com ensures products are packed with the lowest amount of material needed, automatically adjusting the film bags with four sealed sides to the product’s length.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Supply chain intelligence and actionable insights must apply the most accessible, near real-time data available. Analytic data resources for brokers are great, but it’s equally important to realize that FreightWaves SONAR is much more than a broker-exclusive resource. More collaboration will always generate additional productivity.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Managed Logistics Meets Five Challenges for Complex Supply Chain Operations Show Submenu Resources. In searching for a provider, here are five tactical challenges that any MLP must meet. Key stakeholders should be prepared to fully share relevant data and detailed customer-expectation information. The Logistics Blog®.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Calculating the productivity and efficiency of any operation is, at its most basic, determining the ratio of cost inputs to revenue generated. Supply chain productivity is no different. 4 Supply Chain Efficiency Measures to Improve Productivity. 4 Supply Chain Efficiency Measures to Improve Productivity.

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Freightos

APRIL 27, 2023

In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. The future of global freight data lies in real-time information, contextual insights, and aggregated data that can help companies make better decisions and adapt to a rapidly changing industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2023

Demand forecasting is the process of making future estimations of how much of a given product will sell by location and time period. Organizations then convert those demand forecasts to the associated quantities of raw materials to purchase, goods to be manufactured, or finished products to ship. This sounds obvious. Sadly it is not.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

Data analytics for logistics can make all the difference in the world when it comes to reefer truckload service delivery efficiency. And a new suite of products, ranging from artificial intelligence through visualization tools to see lane acuity, are changing the game. last year and $2.19 the year prior. last year and $2.19

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Shipchain

MARCH 10, 2020

From missed delivery times to damaged products, it can be an area that many managers spend a lot of time on. But dedicated managers have found a solution to help improve this part of delivery: data. Below is an overview of the benefits of data as well as examples of how it has helped companies with their final-mile distribution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2024

Elliott pointed to four main predictions for 2024, and then outlined the three pillars of how Körber will be able to meet the goals that align with these predictions. Data Visibility. Data is at the center of all decisions across the supply chain. And this is where data comes into play. Workforce Efficiency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2021

A pound of apples costs about the same as a pound of steel, yet steel is a complex product produced using high-tech metallurgical and manufacturing processes. Dr. Svend Lassen, Head of Reporting & Data Analytics for Commercial and Supply Chain at Tata Steel Europe. Tata Steel Europe Plant in Wales. The steel industry is not easy.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

More than 1,500 exhibitors from Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Africa will present their current portfolios of products, systems, and solutions for efficient intralogistics processes to an international industry audience across 125,000 square meters of the fully booked exhibition centre—7% more exhibit space than last year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

The port handles about 11 million tons of cargo per year, including automobiles, containers, coal, and farm products. For example, a robust supply chain may have backup power generators, firewalls, security systems, and emergency plans to prevent or mitigate the effects of disruptions.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

Chemical manufacturers collect and use a lot of data in their supply chain. They deal with data on their products, customers, transportation, storage, operations and more. Acquiring that data is not hard but managing and utilizing that information to be able to analyze your business is the challenge. Managed Services.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2021

Machine learning is a process by which learning algorithms are applied to large sets of data to create predictive models. First, DCs are a controlled environment for collecting and aggregating historical and real-time data – and data is a key to effective AI. AI-Based Warehouse Optimization Examples.

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TransAudit

DECEMBER 13, 2023

By embracing a circular supply chain, industry leaders can help: Eliminate waste and pollution Circulate products and materials at their highest value Regenerate nature As organizations continue to optimize supply chains , this process can provide significant benefits. What Is a Circular Supply Chain?

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 11, 2015

We conclude our series on supplier quality management (SQM) today with a look at some case studies and examples of benefits derived from the application of a supplier quality management system. Examples and Case Studies from the Implementation of a Supplier Quality Management System.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 20, 2022

It then leverages this information to orchestrate and optimize warehouse activities to meet the priorities and objectives of the facility on an ongoing basis. When and how does real-time warehouse data deliver productivity? Real-time data is most important when time value is high. Warehouse Orchestration and Optimization.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 25, 2021

At the beginning of the pandemic, not only the online retailers selling hygiene products, breathing masks, pasta and canned food registered considerable turnover gains. Thomas Wiesmann is sure that these products will continue to establish themselves at a higher level in online retailing. More performance required.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 9, 2022

Understanding the product’s value will prevent their workforce from resorting to older, manual systems. The manufacturing workforce is expected to acquire the necessary skills to be able to solve problems and meet customer expectations. An evolving workforce. Business Processes. Digitalization. Industry 4.0

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 4, 2023

As a result, there’s a growing need for end-to-end visibility and for rich data that points the business compass toward the right outcomes. These businesses get products to market faster and more efficiently. Yet, getting to this higher plane requires a focus both on better data and intelligent insights.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 22, 2024

But electronics; industrial and manufactured; and apparel, footwear, and textiles make up the bulk of products detained. several countries have enacted legislation to ban products made with forced labor. Omnichannel refers to the ability of a consumer to get products fulfilled to them in various ways. Outside of the U.S.,

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 11, 2023

With ten technically improved models of pallet trucks, pallet stackers and double stackers, customers of Linde Material Handling (MH) can now make their loading and unloading processes even more productive. The new Linde models with fixed and folding driver’s platforms are geared towards meeting these high customer demands,” states Klug.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 1, 2024

Omnichannel refers to the ability of a consumer to get products fulfilled to them in various ways. Or they can order online and pick up the product at the store. There are several other fulfillment and product return options as well. An omnichannel order management system helps companies meet growing customer expectations.

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WorkWave

MARCH 26, 2024

From online retailers to food delivery services, businesses are realizing the importance of efficiently managing their delivery routes to meet customer expectations. FreshPath Logistics FreshPath’s routing software provides a data-rich experience, enabling them to track deliveries with precision.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 12, 2023

I therefore took the opportunity to meet with a few of the independent consultants in attendance. Secondarily, many of the assets are linear, rather than discrete, requiring different forms of location and measurement data. I recently attended Körber Supply Chain’s user conference, Elevate 2023.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 5, 2024

The process involves collecting quantitative and qualitative data concerning vendor-provided goods and services, and analyzing this data for opportunities to improve (or reasons to end) the relationship. Adding an SRM layer simply forces you to analyze this data once in a while, and use the information to improve your business.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2020

One of the most frequent comments I get from customers is: “We have so much data but we don’t know what to do with it.” I’ve had the chance to spend time with our data scientists, innovation teams, and logistics experts to see first-hand how they are designing solutions that anticipate and address our customers’ supply chain challenges.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 21, 2024

Today’s CRM platforms have adapted and expanded their tools to meet the needs of ecommerce businesses. Customer relationship management systems collect and centralize all the important data about a business’ customers (and potential customers). Then we’ll peek beyond the systems, at other ways you can strengthen customer relationships.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In many cases this has forced decision-makers to take a step back and reassess the bigger picture and implement changes where necessary to meet the growing need for agility and resilience. For example, ERP software can provide decision-makers with insights into the seasonality of products and customer-buying habits in the current market.

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3PL Links

APRIL 16, 2024

However, how can we aim for productivity, flexibility, and efficiency to meet the needs of a market that is expanding all the time? Because of its improved stock storage techniques, increased flexibility, and efficient management, the company can easily handle the surge in orders and always adjusts to meet demand.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Manufacturers and distributors want to dramatically increase their efficiency, productivity and accuracy through smart technologies, data analytics and connected services. Digitization: from analogue information to digital data. Firstly, collecting all of your legacy data and transferring it into a digital format.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 26, 2020

Conductix-Wampfler, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of energy and data management systems for mobile applications, has launched a new development for its ProfiDA data transmission system. “Data is transmitted safely and reliably between a stationary and mobile antenna.

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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. While we might go and get the best of the solutions out there to meet today’s challenges and leverage today’s technology, that’s not going to come with a lifetime guarantee that it will meet all our needs in the years ahead.

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