Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

But the further up the supply chain BD went, the less incentive suppliers had to participate in these exercises. Do I need more inventory? All those different variables go into helping us reduce the risk in a product line.” Thirdly, the tool can improve their financial forecast. Finally, the tool is a sales tool.

Supply Chain Software 124

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

To reach this point, organizations need to ensure that their people are not only trained to perform in the job but also equipped with the right tools and processes to bolster their chances of success. They invest in new technologies and data-driven processes that allow them to exercise precise control over the business.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

Cost Reduction 85

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 85

AIMMS

JANUARY 30, 2019

It’s great to see the enthusiasm for this interactive tool. . None of the respondents share data across multiple applications to manage inventory, network design and S&OP in an integrated way. Your team can reduce time spent on low value work and spend more time driving impact. The benefits can be considerable.

Supply Chain Design Software 92

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Conger

MAY 6, 2019

To eliminate waste without sacrificing productivity to improve customer value. When it comes down to applying lean strategies, it’s not so easy. The whole purpose of Lean thinking is to identify and reduce waste. We started with a problem and eliminated waste to minimize the problems. The problems were as follows: 1.

Waste Reduction 59

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Material Savings Sourcing Strategies 59

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

As a supply chain director, manager, or boss of a multinational corporation, where the supply chain is an integral part of your business, supply chain cost reductions are always at the forefront of your team’s mind. Vendor Managed Inventory Model for Supply Chain Cost Reductions. What is Reverse Marketing?

Vendor Strategies 96

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AIMMS

JANUARY 30, 2019

It’s great to see the enthusiasm for this interactive tool. . None of the respondents share data across multiple applications to manage inventory, supply chain network design and S&OP in an integrated way. Your team can reduce time spent on low value work and spend more time driving impact. The benefits can be considerable.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 62

Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

Cost Reduction 65

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 65

Conger

MAY 6, 2019

To eliminate waste without sacrificing productivity to improve customer value. When it comes down to applying lean strategies, it’s not so easy. The whole purpose of Lean thinking is to identify and reduce waste. We started with a problem and eliminated waste to minimize the problems. The problems were as follows: 1.

Waste Reduction 40

Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Material Savings Sourcing Strategies 40

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Slotting is all about optimising the placement of warehouse SKUs to gain efficiency , increase productivity , and reduce operational costs. Or a similarly sized reduction in warehouse labour costs ? Therefore, any slotting strategy should focus on minimising such travel. Why Implement Slotting in Your Warehouse?

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 29, 2017

The first one arrived a few years ago when a growing number of companies started treating supply chain design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise. It was a strategic/tactical analysis, disconnected from day-to-day operations, and the software tools were difficult to learn and use.

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 15, 2019

For automotive, the luxury segment is also using AR to enhance production, reduce cost of design and provide a better customer experience,” she says. According to DB Schenker, the programme is based on a total of six exercises – each of which instructs learners about the various steps involved by encouraging ‘playful’ learning.

Supply Chain Design Software 54

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

This article explores two such ways modern digital tools can elevate the performance of 3PLs on the way to creating stickier customers. When billing rates and effective dates change, a system alert notifies both parties in advance, eliminating misunderstandings through improved, proactive communications. But can technology do more?

Supply Chain Planning Software 123

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FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

Inventory re-stocking is at the top of the list. Retailer’s inventories were decimated last year by a massive change in consumer buying habits. And while retailers were able to modestly re-stock going into peak, data now shows that they lack adequate inventory. Inventory replenishment will continue well into 2021.

Freight 52

Freight Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

Let’s begin with a look at why, in general, retailers with multiple sales channels are more likely to experience difficulties in reducing cost-to-serve. Additional network complexity: It can be troublesome to juggle inventories for conventional and digital retail sales channels. Where to Start Looking for Cost-to-Serve Reductions.

Cost Reduction 117

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Warehouse safety includes the regulatory guidelines, actions, and best practices that help reduce injuries, provide workers with a safe environment, and reinforce safe behavior. Thus, focusing on warehouse safety helps reduce and prevent these risks as well as the accompanying fallout that goes with them. 15 Warehouse Safety Tips.

Tips 52

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The Logistics Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Peter Lukszys, University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison): In terms of different logistics applications, we see a lot of interest in humanitarian aid logistics and the impact of logistics strategies on climate change. We have different tools to incorporate these trends in our program. It is also an exercise in trade-offs.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

A more empowered consumer who would gain the information advantage by deeper utilization of online shopping and research tools. The state of product demand planning and inventory management among retailers becoming more advanced. In our commentary, we cited three trends that would manifest themselves in 2010, namely.

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Blog on Log

AUGUST 19, 2006

However, in reality most strategic planning exercises neither embed foresight, nor create responsive networks. Operational planning generates realistic inventory and shipment plans either based on constrained-optimization or heuristics. The cost of this true collaboration is falling dramatically with the advent of new web-based tools.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 22, 2022

With the volatile markets, offshore price cutting and increasing customer demands for quality, speed and customization, metal fabricators have had to become more innovative and adopt technology solutions to maintain competitive advantage. Challenge: The supply of raw materials and achieving optimum inventory levels.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 1, 2021

Companies can benefit from the advantages of using a 3D interactive map for tracking inventory with an accurate visual representation of both indoor and outdoor activities. Cargo theft is not going to decline and a proactive approach is the best tool to prevent it.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Cargo Tracking and Tracing 62

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

The real value of knowing your Cost to Serve a given customer is to identify opportunities to increase or recover profit, rather than cut losses. In other words, it often makes sense to see how you can transform unprofitable customers into profitable ones, rather than cutting them off. This sounds like common sense.

Purchasing Skills 88

Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 88

Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

As was the case last year, the 2012 holiday buying season will be very much about the continued leveraging power of consumers in exercising multi-channel buying preferences and technology-enabled online tools. Not only will this drive more fulfillment cost efficiency, it reinforces the strategy to have consumers back in stores.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

With this varied inventory, plus a large direct sales force in more than 170 countries and an unpredictable sales cycle, effective supply chain management is critical for continued growth. The 4PL built a new routing tool specifically for Whirlpool that offered overall cost optimization and mode selection.

Case Study 93

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