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How Cloud ERP can assist manufacturers with their procurement function

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

With Cloud ERP analytics can be used to improve, classify, and analyze data by supplier and category. A company like Ford for example is working with key suppliers in China, India, Thailand, and South Africa to eliminate over 4900 metric tons of CO2 emissions in the next three years.

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Reasons & Ways to Embrace Eco-friendly Packaging

Ship Monk

In a recent blog post, we discussed the environmental cost of ecommerce and ways to offset it. Apparel, for example, doesn’t need cushioning but does need protection against rain or snow. Consider that if the parts are packed securely enough, you may not need an exterior package for shipping.

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Why It’s Vital to Disclose that Your Ground Freight Shipment is Hazmat

Freightera

When they’re aware of the hazmat contents, they can assign the right team and tools for the job, ensuring secure and efficient transportation. The post Why It’s Vital to Disclose that Your Ground Freight Shipment is Hazmat appeared first on Freightera Blog. Properly declaring your goods as hazardous is quite easy.

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What You Should Know About Hazmat Fulfillment

3PL Insights

It’s also important to remember that some products may fall into one of these categories, which may not be obvious. For example, matches are considered a class 4 hazardous material, and aerosols like hairspray are class 2. Each of these classes has different requirements for handling and transporting them to their final destination.

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Are You Ready For Hurricane Season? Part 3

Camelot 3PL Software

For example, I have seen a general long-term shift with traditional 3PL Bulk storages evolving to handle eCommerce. This week’s blog will explore the many ways you can contribute to ALAN for Hurricane and other disaster relief efforts. Tune in next week for the fourth and final installment of our Hurricane Preparedness blog series.

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Are You Ready For Hurricane Season? Part 2

Camelot 3PL Software

For example, I have seen a general long-term shift with traditional 3PL Bulk storages evolving to handle eCommerce. This week’s blog will explore the many ways you can contribute to ALAN for Hurricane and other disaster relief efforts. Tune in next week for the fourth and final installment of our Hurricane Preparedness blog series.

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Coronavirus Series – Inventory Management Challenges & Solutions

EazyStock

In this four part blog series we discuss how inventory management teams can use inventory optimization to help deal with the impact of the Coronavirus in the medium and long term, focusing on demand forecasting, supplier management and inventory planning. For example, highlighting unusual dips in demand or longer than expected lead times.