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Supply Chain Software’s Best Return on Investment

Logistics Viewpoints

million outbound shipments per year. Scenarios are run, and the low-cost network that best meets customer service objectives is selected. For this project, Solvoyo consultants built a network design model and ran more than 120 scenarios to refine the customer service and inventory mix strategy.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: An Opportunity to Reinforce the Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

For example, a flexible supply chain may have product customization, mass customization, postponement, and reconfiguration to meet the demand and preferences of different segments, regions, or channels. These dimensions are not mutually exclusive or exhaustive, but rather complementary and interrelated.

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How to Measure Success: KPIs for Inbound Logistics

WorkWave

What are inbound and outbound logistics? Both inbound and outbound logistics involve the transportation of products across various distribution channels, however inbound logistics deals with supply and outbound logistics fulfill demands. This guide outlines the essential KPIs you should be monitoring to ensure efficiency.

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E-Commerce Continues to Add Focus on Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategies: Projections for 2018 Demand Continuous Improvement

GlobalTranz

As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. The easiest way to move toward an omnichannel strategy lies in following these tips: Re-evaluate inventory-optimization techniques and systems.

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Industry View: DCs Rise to Meet Unprecedented Challenges

Logistics Business Magazine

Our customers are employing the following strategies: split shifts; using the system to limit the number of employees in a given zone/aisle; re-routing pick paths based upon safety rather than productivity; and diligent sanitising of warehouse equipment.

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Why data is critical to freight routing guide compliance

FreightWaves SONAR

Trying to maintain guideline adherence without the correct data is much like attempting to meet delivery deadlines without knowing the final delivery destination. Both inbound and outbound goods and shipments benefit from the inclusion of data and analytics , real-time tracking, automated processes, and modern technology.

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The 3 Pillars of Supply Chain Management (And Why Their Alignment Matters)

Logistics Bureau

Our three pillars (or fundamentals) of great supply chain management excellence are strategy, service, and cost. Aligning strategy, service, and financial factors in your supply chain operation is essential to support your company’s overall business strategy , mission, and objectives. The Importance of Alignment.