AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

We recently held a webinar with our partners at Oliver Wight to address these questions, covering the most common obstacles companies face when adopting IBP. Additionally, most planning tools fail to incorporate the abstract data that’s required for this stage. Watch the webinar on demand for more tips and best practices!

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Steve: You mentioned your people were swamped and that they needed better tools to do their jobs. Can you give me a concrete example of how your risk management solution detected a threat and came to the rescue? For example, to build that plant, the company would need to work with a construction company or companies.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Business benchmarking is recognised as one of the best management tools around. We asked a great question at our recent webinar on the subject of benchmarking. It is recognised as one of the best management tools out there. ARTICLE SUMMARY. But what exactly is supply chain benchmarking and why is it so important?

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

Simple Examples of Predictive Analytics. Amazon shopping is a clear example of how your historical shopping trends are churned to predict what you would require in the future. Virtually all predictive analytics analysts use tools created by external developers. Check out our July Webinar!

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 11, 2021

Grocers, for example, had to quickly implement new digital processes for customers to order and pickup orders. Professor Waller participated in a webinar hosted last month by Zuum Transportation, a digital freight broker that connects shippers, trucking companies and other freight brokers on a common platform.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

This month, we’re hosting a Data Visualization webinar with bestselling author Cole Nussbaumer Knafflic. We had a chance to talk to her about some best practices for effective data visualization leading up to the webinar. Don’t miss the webinar on September 21! How do you define storytelling with data ?

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

In this post, we explore DFM Marketplaces as an important tool in every digital freight brokerage’s operations. Truckstop Truckstop offers tools carriers need to book loads. The more valuable the tool is to your carriers (i.e. ELD, carrier TMS, carrier tools). However, DFM Marketplaces are no longer a nice-to-have tool.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

In this post, we explore DFM Marketplaces as an important tool in every digital freight brokerage’s operations. Truckstop Truckstop offers tools carriers need to book loads. The more valuable the tool is to your carriers (i.e. ELD, carrier TMS, carrier tools). However, DFM Marketplaces are no longer a nice-to-have tool.

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Parade

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

In this post, we explore DFM Marketplaces as an important tool in every digital freight brokerage’s operations. Truckstop Truckstop offers tools carriers need to book loads. The more valuable the tool is to your carriers (i.e. ELD, carrier TMS, carrier tools). However, DFM Marketplaces are no longer a nice-to-have tool.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 21, 2021

Hamburg-based intralogistics supplier STILL recently presented a webinar highlighting ways in which it has harnessed technology to help make the warehouse workplace safer. STILL presented some of these innovative safety solutions in a webinar entitled Safe around the warehouse with industrial trucks. So much for the bad news.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Technology Brings A New Dawn for Drayage Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - February 29, 2024 Tom Gresham | Inbound Logistics February 2024 The drayage industry has begun to come out of the shadows. That will continue to evolve.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Let’s take an example from one of our clients in manufacturing. Off the shelf scheduling tools, pricing optimization tools, and production planning tools tend to work well for many businesses. But if you want to be more competitive or be more “in control,” these tools may not be enough. Additional resources.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 9, 2020

“Understand where your supply chain digital strategy is going in your company, and tightly link a visibility tool with that effort. The pace at which new tools and technologies have become available for large enterprises is increasing faster than ever. Smithfield Foods is one such example. Crossing the STREET.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Let’s take an example from one of our clients in manufacturing. Off the shelf scheduling tools, pricing optimization tools, and production planning tools tend to work well for many businesses. But if you want to be more competitive or be more “in control,” these tools may not be enough. Additional resources.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Because they are expensive, however, they are mainly used as training tools by large corporations. Walmart, UPS, and Boeing , for example, are incorporating VR in their employee education programmes, seeing the technology as superior for training and imparting skills to workers. How the Pandemic has Impacted University Education.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

This month, we hosted a Data Visualization webinar with bestselling author Cole Nussbaumer Knafflic. We had a chance to talk to her about some best practices for effective data visualization leading up to the webinar. What are some tips to consider when using different graph types (when should you use bar or line graphs, for example )?

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain. Let’s take ecommerce as an example.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The company is using Blue Yonder for transportation management, Coupa’s Supply Chain Guru for network design, and FourKites ( see the webinar ) for transportation visibility in certain regions or departments to help with this. One example is pep+ REnew in partnership with Schneider Electric. Technology is used to help in this endeavor.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 7, 2017

Until now all our tools were passive: we told them what to do and they did it. Michelin, for example, is helping truck fleet managers reduce fuel consumption and costs through their new hybrid product. They introduced tires equipped with sensors, which collect data on fuel consumption, tire pressure, temperature, speed and location.

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

For example, AI in pest control allows organizations to optimize chemical distribution routes, automate marketing, and deploy drones to eliminate pests in hard-to-reach places. Learn more about the best AI tools for small businesses below. AI-based Graphic Design Tools. Automated Customer Communications.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 19, 2015

Forklifts are great tools for businesses that need them. For example, after 100,000 miles, you may need extensive servicing of the hydraulics on the lift. For example, reflective tape may be laid down over tapes off sections that are secured with safety bollards. Enter the forklift. But, they can also be very dangerous.

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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. The truck never stops until arriving for reloading.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Here are few examples which I used: Focus Supplier improvement results (DPPM and/or OTD with min. Describe the DMR process, show examples of written DMRs and what is the process for reviewing the corrective actions? How to Track Performance. Every business has their set of metric which they want to focus on. 50% improvement) min.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 10, 2015

But, no matter the technology, whether it’s an advanced transportation management system or robotics (which Rethink Robotics is pioneering with Baxter and Sawyer), these are only tools for efficiency and enablement. A carrier isn’t going to remove charges because of a holiday for example. #3: It really is a big thing.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Sustainability and visibility are going to become more in important in 2018, and advanced auditing tools, including the use of outsourced auditing services , will be a driving force in maintaining compliance with regulations and upholding a positive image in the public eye. Executives Seek to Lead by Example.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

However, new trends in technology, process automation, and better customer-relationship management tools are essential in responding to innovation and change. For example, a supply chain entity deploys new analytics software throughout the entire organization. However, keeping an eye on fundamentals is not quite as easy as it seems.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

Technology poses the greatest opportunity for small- and medium-sized businesses to take advantage of innovative tools to ensure end-to-end tracking, visibility , and processing of products. For example, e-commerce applications may be used to generate automated order picking, fulfillment, and shipping.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2017

The tools and techniques of Six Sigma put team’s heads together and stimulate innovation. There are numerous tools in place to assist in diagnosing the logistics problems and solutions found. Several techniques in this relation were already developed for you, for example, a 380-degree survey.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

It sounds simple, but the floor squeegee was once considered an innovative business tool. Obviously, most modern innovations will focus on improving supply chain processes throughout the course of business, not the ancient squeegee example.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 12, 2021

Information will flow into the company’s award-winning Matrix supply chain management tool, as well as its global control tower technology for 24/7 shipment monitoring. For example, diabetic patients should not have to worry about supply chain reliability for their insulin.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 25, 2022

It takes time and energy to find and build relationships with the people who will buy from you in the future, which is why so many companies rely on lead generation software and other tools to simplify their workflow. Social media is a powerful tool for promoting your business and generating quality leads. Tap Into Social Media.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2016

For example, electronic logging devices are automatically notifying carriers and shippers of HOS violations, which could impact the overall operation. Furthermore, this can be a tool of forging new relationships as well. For example, a shipper’s sales team can work with other businesses in a B2B setting.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 6, 2021

A smaller warehouse footprint is achieved at an increased level of productivity (for example, the area can be reduced by as much as 80%, which can be important in the absence of space or the high cost of land). Advantages of a fully automated warehouse: Performance, accuracy, and speed improve with no human error.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

For example, a company’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems should be accessible from anywhere within the manufacturing enterprise. This will lead to the creation of more metrics and business-intelligence tools to help improve manufacturing operations. Manufacturers must look for new ways to improve collaboration.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

For example, a subtle change in hydraulic pressure may still permit the machine to operate. If human maintenance crews are called, the IoT can provide specifications for what parts need to be replaced, the tools necessary for making the repair, and instructions if the maintenance workers have not had to previously replace this part.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 2, 2015

Work with engineering and the production staff to design tooling or jigs that ensure accurate assembly or machining. Recycling and re-using packaging and shipping materials, for example, can make your company leaner and greener. In addition, you will save energy and water by running equipment only when it’s needed. Error Proofing.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2017

This can be an excellent pool of credits and additional services that would otherwise be unavailable to someone sending a package using internet shipping tools or entering a shipping center, like a UPS store. For example, a carrier’s fuel surcharge may vary from week to the next. Negotiations.

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