FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Housing starts are calling for lumber kits, industrial purchasers are ordering products for their projects, and construction companies are planning their moves and strategies for the year. Finance, sales and purchasing teams can think more clearly about the state of the industry and how to align their strategies accordingly.

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3PL Links

MAY 3, 2023

Improving Supply Chain Visibility: The Impact of Data Strategy | Image source: Pixabay A business-contextualized data approach is crucial for boosting supply chain visibility, especially during downturns. Read also: Revolutionizing the Industry: Discover the Top 3 Logistics Trends for 2023! Which tools should we use?

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

According to a study, 55% of consumers prefer to buy directly from brands, and a further 40% of shoppers say they will purchase from a D2C brand in the next five years. However, as the data suggests, more and more customers want to buy from brands directly and want them to solve any challenges that arise post-purchase.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2022

o9’s Supply Sensing solution monitors internal and external factors, including agricultural yields, weather patterns, transportation disruptions, employment indices and more. The post o9 Solutions launches Supply Sensing appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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RPA Labs

JANUARY 13, 2022

With continued digital innovation, data from across the supply chain network and even consumer purchasing trends can be easily collected and analyzed to understand historical trends better and predict future demand. What Is an RPA Software Provider? Evaluate the Ease of Deployment of RPA Software.

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Locus

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Technology solutions for last-mile fulfillment have emerged as the quickest, most practical way to meet these steep consumer demands. However, should a business invest their capital in building and maintaining their solution from scratch, or simply purchase an off-the-shelf solution? Holistically consider the costs.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Over the years, marketing strategies have evolved with the times, the advent of technology, and changes in consumer behavior. Why a Solid Marketing Strategy is Important A marketing strategy refers to a business’s action plan for achieving its short and long-term goals and developing a sustainable competitive advantage.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Many different terms, such as less-than-truckload (LTL), procurement and transportation management, describe supply chain management processes. Although procurement logistics might sound like it involves the purchasing of manufactured products , it is much more involved. The Definition of Procurement Logistics.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

Supply chain professionals responsible for transportation procurement at Fortune 500 companies focus on three things – budget forecast accuracy, service scores and primary tender acceptance. harder to procure capacity at the benchmark rate per mile ) in both the outbound and inbound directions.

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Carter Logistics

JUNE 5, 2019

Track and Trace Solutions for Your Supply Chain. Shipping smaller and more frequent orders through various automated systems is a growing trend, and this adds certain challenges that require more efficient solutions. Naturally, emerging challenges lead to enhanced solutions. Blog Topics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Key Last-mile Delivery Technology Solutions How can technology directly impact last-mile operations and improve the customer experience? To Build or To Buy Companies looking to implement new or improve existing delivery technology face a crucial decision: should they build an in-house platform or buy an existing solution from a vendor?

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Various factors will continue to influence Supply Chain Management trends in 2023 and beyond. Inflationary trends are affecting the world economy and directly affect supply chain and delivery operations. The post Supply Chain Trends to Watch for 2023 and Beyond appeared first on More Than Shipping. Continuing Labor Shortages.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

APRIL 8, 2019

The purchase of logistic solutions is one of the most important necessity in today’s companies. So, from the procurement view, to evaluate the perfect medium point between cost and quality can be sometimes a little tricky in my experience. Finish product strategy in order to reach the maximum customers at the lowest investment.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 21, 2019

According to Nasdaq, by 2040, 95% of purchases will be facilitated through e-commerce. Top trends shaping e-commerce in 2019: Improved shopping experience on mobile devices. Social media is one of the main strategies driving e-commerce. Customers continue to adopt a “get it now” mindset which must be embraced by retailers.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends. Procurement’s Role Did Become More Important. Unfortunately, there continue to be major costs associated with procurement.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of order management, the role of an Order Management System (OMS), what happens after checkout and how to master your order management strategy with the help of cutting-edge order management systems and order management software. What Is Order Management?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2018

An omnichannel retail strategy is the new norm in today’s supply chains. The days of managing channels on an individual basis are over, and consumers are using multiple devices and e-commerce platforms for nearly all purchases. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Call it a cop-out if you like, but predicting which logistics and supply chain trends will make a difference to businesses in any given year has become notoriously difficult, given the speed at which technology in particular, can suddenly disrupt the way things are done. 2018 Update: How Did the Trends Progress?

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

In this fourth episode, “ Southeast Asia’s E-commerce: Winning the Next Wave of Shoppers ,” the panelists did a deep-dive on e-commerce trends in the SEA region, last-mile fulfillment challenges for Bukalapak in SEA, and how technology helped them counter them. Watch the Webinar. Rise in e-commerce users and volume.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Before preparing themselves for peak season sales, businesses should know the upcoming trends so that they can devise effective strategies. The first step towards building your logistical capabilities for peak season is knowing the recent trends. Top 6 Supply chain Trends to Expect This 2021 Holiday Season for Businesses.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Delivery has taken center stage as a key factor that consumers evaluate when deciding where to purchase their online goods. Supply chain leaders, whether e-commerce retailers, grocery chains, restaurants or manufacturers, need to revisit their last mile delivery strategy. A great delivery experience is a great competitive advantage.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

As we head into a new year it is a good time to take a look at the coming year and see what it may hold in the way of trends. We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. Do you have the right people in place?

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Bringg

AUGUST 5, 2020

This post looks at how click & collect works, why demand for it is trending now, and what retailers can do to ensure click & collect experiences that are also good for their business. While interest in click & collect is not new, 2020 saw a massive spike in demand and turned it into one of the hottest retail trends.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Two seemingly conflicting trends are coming together that, if addressed correctly, could provide retailers with a competitive advantage and make them more profitable. So, how are these two trends mutually beneficial? Consumers are making purchasing decisions based upon environmental impact.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2022

As more consumers flock to e-commerce, purchasing big & bulky goods such as furniture, appliances, and wholesale electronics online is becoming more common. The trend of purchasing big & bulky items online will continue to grow, with Statista predicting 35% of furniture sales worldwide will be made online by 2025.

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EazyStock

AUGUST 21, 2020

There are many financial benefits to introducing stock reduction strategies – in particular focusing on your excess and obsolete items. Here we’re going to focus on our favorite top five inventory reduction strategies. Are your internal purchasing processes efficient enough to allow you to reduce your order cycles?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 6, 2021

The common themes around manufacturing trends point to these changes. Customers pay for the use of equipment through recurring operating charges rather than purchasing outright. AI-powered applications can propose new solutions to operational issues. The 4th generation manufacturing environment. The digital factory.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Industries are facing the need to plan new strategies and invest more in technology to gain a stronger foothold. Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. We live in a time where we can purchase almost anything with a click of a button.

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Radius Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

As companies seek to adapt to the challenges left by the pandemic, the ongoing political instability around the world, and a consumer push to purchase goods produced and sourced locally, many organizations are reassessing the efficiency and resilience of their supply chains.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 4, 2022

Prior to BGSA Holdings, Ben founded 3PLex, the Internet solution enabling third-party logistics companies to automate their business. 3PLex was then purchased by Maersk. Cambridge Capital leverages BGSA’s unique approach to strategy-led investment banking for the supply chain. 5 Trends Shaping Logistics with Ben Gordon.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 2, 2023

Challenge Two: Accurately manage design process By integrating the ERP system with computer-aided design (CAD) software, redundant data entry is eliminated, ensuring real-time integration and data accuracy throughout the design process.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

The path to perfect implementation of a new e-commerce shipping strategy is not always clear, and it comes with several challenges that can undermine the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of e-commerce. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Channel-specific processes. Increased risk.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

Thomson Reuters purchased the global trade compliance vendor Integration Point in 2018. They offer a solution for corporate tax departments called ONESOURCE. The Integration Point solution was rebranded to be one of the modules in the ONESOURCE suite. Oracle’s solution combines TMS and GTC seamlessly.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Demand planning is part of a company’s planning strategy to allocate resources in the best and most effective way to meet demand and respond to demand changes. If a product isn’t available for customers to purchase because it’s out of stock, they will likely turn to a competitor and might not return. What is demand planning?

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Demand planning is part of a company’s planning strategy to allocate resources in the best and most effective way to meet demand and respond to demand changes. If a product isn’t available for customers to purchase because it’s out of stock, they will likely turn to a competitor and might not return. What is demand planning?

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