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eBook: Data Driven Logistics

Logistics Business Magazine

Logistics Business magazine, together with the Information Factory, have produced a 7 page digital magazine on data in transport logistics. Editor Peter MacLeod talks to iFactory CEO Robert Jordan to understand how transport businesses can drive up profitability by adopting a data-driven approach.

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Using an ERP system to provide data for decision-making in manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Manufacturers increasingly turning to data and analytics, from an ERP system, to support business initiatives. Data is after all the fuel that runs the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In most cases, there has been a succession of tools that worked in some cases but were not broadly successful. Challenges to using data.

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5 data prerequisites for carrier predictive freight rating in logistics

FreightWaves SONAR

Due to the previous surge of China as the world’s factory over the last two decades, much of the global carriers’ business has revolved around transporting cargo between the U.S. And that’s why it’s important for carriers to apply data and enable predictive freight rating through these five requirements. Download the White Paper.

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Freight Procurement is a Different Game

Logistics Viewpoints

There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. That factory also aims to rapidly process the raw materials into product. An RFP is a data intensive exercise. This made the data analysis easier. On the inbound side, it was highly reliant on spreadsheet data. This made the data analysis “painful.”

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Everything You Need to Know About Smart Warehousing

3PL Links

Following this development, logistics consistently introduces a range of technologies to streamline the transportation of goods within a warehouse. In order to facilitate more precise decision-making, smart warehousing also entails gathering real-time data on inventory performance and market demand.

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Editor’s Choice: The Importance Of Last Mile Optimization

Logistics Viewpoints

To retain customers effectively, a top-notch logistics structure must be in place that efficiently manages every aspect of the supply chain. Mobile-based logistics applications increase overall functionality to integrate various aspects of the main system. Using Last Mile Optimization Software to Optimize Operating Procedures.

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How to Prepare for Global Logistics in 2022

CH Robinson Logistics

2021 was a difficult year in global logistics due to ongoing volatility. At year-end, we typically see a jump in demand as shippers meet quarter-end quotas and prepare for the upcoming Lunar New Year, during which many factories in China shut down. Utilize data and technology. If you import into the U.S., Final Thoughts.