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Why is o9 Solutions Growing So Fast?

Logistics Viewpoints

The supply chain planning market got started when supply chain models were put into in-memory databases in the early 1990s. A graph database stores nodes and relationships instead of tables, or documents. Models would be created, but they were not living models that changed as an enterprise changed. This is much faster.

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Back to Basics: Ocean Freight Forwarding 101

Dedola Global Logistics

Expertise in Shipping Documentation International shipping requires documentation, and completing some of this paperwork can become complicated and tedious. Forwarding agents are experts in shipping documentation. They can guide their clients in preparing documents and avoiding potential pitfalls.

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The smart factory Part 1: Digitization, digitalization and digital

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The first step, therefore, is to get all your information – documents and data – into a digital format. This means scanning documents or entering data into a computer manually. While digitization is all about documents and data, digitalization centers on converting existing business processes to be digital.

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Understand the Pitfalls of IBP Before Embarking on a Supply Chain Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

For example, while GEON has over 2000 customers, initially they are manually building forecasts for 600 customers and 1200 ship-to locations. A plan is like a Word document. The executive meeting will generate lean six sigma projects where analysts are tasked with going out and discovering more granular costs. Herrin explained.

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Why 3PL outsourcing for warehousing operations makes sense

Kanban Logistics

Warehousing operations with a 3PL partner typically follow a shared warehousing model. Instead of the large overhead associated with the DIY and contract warehouse models, you pay only for the space and services you require. With this model, pay a 3PL to fully dedicate one (or more) of its warehouses to your operation.

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OSHA Forklift Trainer Requirements: The Ultimate Guide

Conger

Be familiar with different models of forklifts. Examples include when the operator has been involved in an incident or near miss, been observed driving in an unsafe manner, or if workplace conditions change. Documentation of training experience. Documentations of prior forklift training undertakings in other places.

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FedEx Works to Monetize their Big Data

Logistics Viewpoints

A network effects business model allows a company to gain more value as more companies use its products or services. For example, an intervention might consist of a team scooping up the packages at risk at a sort center and putting them in a van that will leave immediately. Trade documentation is needed for international shipments.

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