Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

Unlocking customer experience is the critical role of your supply chain, writes Roy Arguelles, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Sales, QAD. Not receiving a child’s birthday present on time or not receiving paper instructions after purchasing a piece of furniture are good examples of customer frustrations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

But there is a type of solution known as multi-enterprise supply chain networks (MSCN). Metcalf’s law does not apply to these supply chain networks. Yes, these supply chain networks advantages do improve as more companies and users join. TraceGains’ solution digitizes the food ingredient supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2022

There have been massive supply chain disruptions since the pandemic began. China’s stringent COVID lockdown in critical port cities has impacted global supply chains. Labor shortages have created havoc on end-to-end supply chain operations. Happag-Lloyd will track all their container shipments.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 14, 2023

Supply chain optimization is often presented as a choice between resilience and responsiveness — between being able to withstand and operate normally under conditions of disruption and stress and being able to quickly flex capacity and throughput up or down opportunistically.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 14, 2023

There are a lot of moving parts to managing an ecommerce supply chain. It’s called a supply chain for a reason; there are many links, and if any one of them breaks, the chain no longer functions. Today we’re going to take a look at a typical ecommerce supply chain from beginning to end.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 30, 2022

Despite the apparent complexities involved in supply chain management, achieving excellence really doesn’t have to be too difficult. Just review and build on our three fundamental pillars of great supply chain management. For example: Alignment of strategy and cost leads to happy shareholders.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Manufacturers and distributors experienced huge supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic which exposed many vulnerabilities and tested the resilience of supply chain leaders globally. In fact, SYSPRO research revealed that 60% of businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Global supply chains suffer from limited visibility and a general want for supply chain intelligence in carrier sourcing , freight tendering and all other processes. Fully 70% of companies say their supply chain is either very or extremely complex and only 6% of companies have full visibility within their supply chains.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The Supply Chain Manager’s Multi-function Display. By now, you are probably wondering what airliners have to do with supply chain KPIs. You see, the set of primary data needed to keep an airliner aloft is (apparently) relatively simple—and the same is true of running a supply chain organisation.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 17, 2023

Third-party supply chain and freight market data has become an important tool for retailers, manufacturers and suppliers who want to redesign their networks, improve strategic planning, benchmark their transportation spend and the service they’re getting in return, and measure the efficiency of their facilities.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The success of your business links inextricably to the performance of your supply chain. you have to make your supply chain successful too. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth.

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FW Logsitcs

JANUARY 24, 2024

In the fast-paced world of logistics and supply chain management, proficiency is key to maintaining a competitive edge. Additionally, find out whether implementing this process in your supply chain is right for your unique business needs. But the goal is always to improve supply chain efficiency.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Tracking the correct KPIs in supply chain processes across warehouses, logistics, transportation and freight management is essential. The capabilities of supply chains are continuously changing to reflect the latest advancements. Sales – cost of goods sold = X.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Plenty of examples of warehousing. But, there are actually many different types of warehouse storage in logistics and supply chains. Difficult and expensive to create more space to account for spikes in demand, seasonal changes, supply chain disruptions, or handling multiple SKUs. Their pros and cons.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

The success of your business links inextricably to the performance of your supply chain. you have to make your supply chain successful too. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 3, 2021

Supply chains are continually disrupted by container shortages, a lack of air freight capacity, and movement restrictions implemented by governments to combat the pandemic. Target’s strategy is just one of many examples of retailers exploiting their brick-and-mortar assets to support ecommerce. The Dark Store Trend.

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Now, That's Logistics

APRIL 27, 2021

Different from the internal combustion (IC) vehicle supply chain, the logistics and transportation networks that support the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain require a new approach. This obviously has major supply chain implications ,” MH&L points out. EVs: Popular Worldwide.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2017

This example generates a huge amount of data that can leverage in the supply chain. While this example may still be a few years off, it is important that you understand how the top emerging trends in automation will shape supply chains and transportation processes in the coming years.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2018

You may have very good visibility in some areas of your supply chain, but have poor visibility or blind spots in other areas such as transportation. Supply Chain Visibility Gaps. I asked John and Brian to share some examples of how their customers have driven real value from transportation visibility.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

In light of COP26 taking place in Glasgow, Eddie Capel (pictured), CEO of supply chain software solution provider Manhattan Associates , looks at the importance of sustainable supply chains. Having a modern, effective TMS in place is another key consideration when addressing the environmental impact of your supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

With the strong interest in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in an era of ever growing complexities in order fulfillment, companies – especially for executives outside the supply chain – often ask what the differences are between a WMS and IMS – an Inventory Management System.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 22, 2017

Amazon and other retail giants have managed to create unique, customer-focused supply chains , ensuring customers have real-time status updates and options in case of returns. Meanwhile, managing customer-focused supply chains can be complicated, eroding profit margins. OmniChannel Supply Chains Improve Visibility.

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Automotive Logistics

MARCH 27, 2019

As the car industry moves toward a more responsive manufacturing system producing connected and customised, autonomous vehicles with electric powertrains, its supply chain is transforming from something linear to more of a supply network based on real-time data sharing. To access the full report, please complete the form below.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Supply Chain KPIs are Essential – The Right Ones! Many people get really confused about KPIs or Key Performance Indicators in Logistics and Supply Chain operations. Supply Chain KPI Tips. All you need to know about Supply Chain KPIs. KPIs in Supply Chain – The Basics.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 24, 2019

Our analytics department is comprised by data scientists who work on developing AI models, as well as OR specialists who focus on Supply chain optimization, simulation and mathematical programming. I belong to this second division and work mostly on mathematical modeling, simulation and supply chain analytics. .

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

Supply chain visibility has become a vital element in today’s ever-changing market. End-to-end transparency promotes supply chain agility Unexpected problems are bound to arise. Although these methods are foundational, they don’t provide the agility of real-time updates that supply chain visibility tools can accomplish.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

This consumer goods behemoth has driven ongoing supply chain productivity through their FORCE (Focused On Reducing Costs Everywhere) program. What Kimberly-Clark (K-C) is doing in the supply chain realm is worth paying attention to. This program has generated savings of $3.5 billion over the last 10 years.

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 5, 2018

For example, the global shape of the Geely-owned carmaker’s expanding production footprint can be seen from the vehicles stored at the yard. This has been implemented across global outbound and inbound logistics, including for China and the US. For outbound, I don’t think we need to see where every car is all of the time.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2023

It hired Alpine Supply Chain Solutions to assist the internal team with identifying opportunities. One telling example is that an item would sometimes pass through three DCs before final delivery to the customer. For example, inventory was not slotted to minimize touches or facility travel distances.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 31, 2023

Product Enhancements and Roadmap The unified supply chain concept was front and center, as it captures how the Manhattan Active platform is delivering the next level of performance improvements to Manhattan customers. A number of unification examples and their benefits were provided.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2018

Some manufacturers and logistics providers have implemented systems to help plan entire segments of their supply chains, from supplier through to factories and across distribution operations. In-house versus external. Setting the right priorities for integration.

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Stord

MARCH 13, 2024

Since Stord’s inception, it has developed best-in-class technology and supply chain capabilities in tandem. For example, G.O.S.S. Today, Stord One Warehouse powers Stord’s fulfillment operations shipping tens of millions orders annually, as well as leading brands and 3PLs. omnichannel facility in Toronto, Ontario.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

Therefore, more companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) to achieve greater supply chain savings and presence in such markets through enhanced transportation management systems ( TMSs ). Greater Supply Chain Savings Thanks to Transportation Management. Why Work With a 3PL?

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AIMMS

JANUARY 24, 2019

Our analytics department is comprised by data scientists who work on developing AI models, as well as OR specialists who focus on supply chain optimization, simulation and mathematical programming. I belong to this second division and work mostly on mathematical modeling, simulation and supply chain analytics. .

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Ship Monk

APRIL 10, 2023

Wouldn’t it be great if the same fulfillment company that handled your ecommerce fulfillment and/or B2B retail fulfillment, also coordinated your inbound and outbound inventory freight? In the world of ecommerce fulfillment, freight shipping is “inbound” to the company’s fulfillment facility, as opposed to “outbound” shipping to customers.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

Part of the challenge in managing the modern supply-chain is due to its sheer size and complexity. An optimized supply chain is one that is as efficient as possible; it is more likely to reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction rates, and add value for stakeholders. Defining Transportation Optimization.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2023

Warehouse and supply chain planners rely on a surprising number of technologies to achieve this. For example, as a picker is moving through the warehouse, their scan gun will read, “go to location XB312 and pick three cases!” A WMS tells workers what to do. Network design is used for this. Let me explain this.

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