Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

has launched an IDN (integrated delivery network) Readiness Assessment for Supply Chain Transformation for the healthcare industry TECSYS Inc.

Tools 90

Tools Supply Chains Networks Industry 90

Logistics Bureau

JUNE 4, 2019

We now have this ability to measure our delivery time proactively and communicate if there are any challenges by making use of digital tools.

Digital 76

Digital Supply Chains Tools 76

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

As digital technologies embed themselves across supply chains, they will inevitably rewire existing business models into industry platforms. The question is not “if” or “when,” but “how” best to anticipate and get ahead of supply chain platform disruptions. The Role and Benefits of Supply Chain Platforms. The post Why Supply Chain Platforms?

Supply Chains 88

Supply Chains Data Collaboration Tools 88

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 19, 2019

Companies need to prepare by developing more agile supply chains. Integrated business planning and supplier risk management are critical tools. The post How will the Looming Recession Impact Global Supply Chains? S&OP Agile Supply Chains

Supply Chains 132

Supply Chains Tools Logistics 132

Speaker: Brian Dooley, Director SC Navigator, AIMMS, and Paul van Nierop, Supply Chain Planning Specialist, AIMMS

Supply Chains

Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2019

Contrasting software tools that are meant to enhance decision-making and execution make it difficult to optimize planning, collaborate with trading partners, and deliver superior customer experiences. One of the ways supply chains can be successful is for them to be transparent.

Supply Chains 121

Supply Chains Tracking and tracing Construction Collaboration 121

Cerasis

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Supply chain leaders are enthralled with the idea of using big data, but they tend to fail to understand how to disseminate big data in their organization properly. Each of these elements more traditionally handles by outsourcing analysis of processes to supply chain consultant.

Tools 136

Tools Data Supply Chains Inbound 136

Logistics Management

JUNE 4, 2019

As storms continue to strike supply chains across the nation, a new report from DHL has been crafted to help managers mitigate risk and anticipate disruption

Tools 99

Tools Supply Chains 99

Talking Logistics

MAY 9, 2019

Even in 2019 many companies still underestimate the importance of their global supply chain and above all, how their logistics and supply chain performance can beneficially impact their marketing, ultimately leading to healthier financial results.

Supply Chains 111

Supply Chains Outsourcing Tools Procurement 111

Morai Logistics

JULY 10, 2019

As supply chains get increasingly digitized, the risks of supply chains being undermined by cyber attacks also increases, making cybersecurity vital to supply chain health. Digital transformation is something that is crucial for supply chains going forward. If they are to keep up with the market demands that are placed upon them, they need the efficiency, productivity, and precision digital tools bring with them.

Supply Chains 80

Supply Chains Digital Article Networks 80

Speaker: Jon Leposky, Director of Operations and Logistics, Z Customization

Automation

Cerasis

AUGUST 28, 2018

How sound inventory management improves the supply chain, and what are the adverse impacts to the supply chain due to poor inventory management. Strategic Logistics and Digital Supply Chain Resources to Download.

White Paper 75

White Paper Inventory eBook Supply Chains 75

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2019

If you stop to think about it, the construction industry supply chain is all around us — it’s the roads we drive on, our houses and commercial buildings, and all sorts of other infrastructure. But when you take a closer look at how this supply chain works, you realize that there is a lot of waste and inefficiency. Simply put, there’s probably no other supply chain that is in more dire need of transformation than the construction industry supply chain.

Construction 80

Construction Supply Chains Waste Sorting 80

Talking Logistics

JULY 25, 2018

In fact, at one conference this spring, after delivering a keynote presentation that had nothing to do with technology, the very first question I received from the audience was “What do you think about blockchain and its potential in supply chain management?”.

Supply Chains 107

Supply Chains Conference Collaboration Case Study 107

Material Handling and Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

Utilizing the inherent irrefutability within blockchain technologies, great strides can be made in reducing the risk of counterfeits and actually saving lives

Tools 113

Tools Supply Chains 113

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs.

Data 170

Data Operations Supply Chains Exercises 170

Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

manufacturers are lagging their European counterparts in the adoption of creative approaches to supply-chain finance. But three companies are demonstrating the varied ways in which that tool can be effectively deployed

Tools 82

Tools Supply Chains 82

Talking Logistics

APRIL 17, 2018

The Hackett Group provides a useful visual for describing the maturity stages that supply chain is moving through as the industry strives to leverage data and advanced analytics. Supply Chain Analytics Maturity Model (Source: Hackett Group). Supply chains are digitizing.

Data 106

Data Supply Chains Analysis Digital 106

Morai Logistics

JULY 24, 2019

If supply chain companies are going to evolve to meet the demands of the market, digital transformation has to be central to that evolution. . Now, more than ever, supply chains are being pushed to grow as a result of the needs of customers. And, no matter how well run a supply chain is, by itself it simply can’t meet those needs. This week’s article by Morai Logistics underscores the importance of digital transformation for supply chains.

Digital 65

Digital Supply Chains Inventory Data 65

247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

September 19, 2019 · By SMC³ Striving For Procurement Optimization At the start of the New Year, it’s common for freight shippers striving for an… The post Automated Freight Bidding Tools Pay Dividends for Shippers, Carriers and 3PLs – Supply Chain 24/7 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

Procurement 28

Procurement Optimization Tools Automation 28

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Today’s successful supply chain networks are adaptable. Selecting software for supply chain network design doesn’t have to be a hassle. The process of selecting software for supply chain network design needs to change.

Networks 83

Networks Supply Chains Demo Study 83

Morai Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

As the demands placed upon supply chains become greater, new innovative mechanisms will be necessary to respond to those pressures—here’s how the cloud is addressing them. The expectations placed upon supply chains are higher than ever. As a result, there’s a need for even stronger supply chain management. One of the most important things a modern day supply chain needs is the ability to adapt and grow. Cloud Supply Chain

Supply Chains 65

Supply Chains Security Knowledge Base Tools 65

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

We salute the year’s top advancements in supply chain technology and processes. Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities.

Supply Chains 170

Supply Chains Military Nodes Document 170

AIMMS

JANUARY 30, 2019

We recently created a quiz to help supply chain professionals answer this question. Our goal was to help you identify potential improvement opportunities by answering a few questions and get a temperature check on the current landscape of network design solutions.

Supply Chains 83

Supply Chains Networks Exercises Temperature 83

Cerasis

JUNE 25, 2015

Of course, we live in a high technology powered supply chain world, but often, as we noted in our 5 Upfront LTL Tips post, if you don’t remember the basics and best practices, no technology is going to fix those issues, but only make them more apparent. Trusting your Supply Chain.

Reliability 136

Reliability Supply Chains Collaboration Workshop 136

Transporeon

AUGUST 8, 2018

The digital supply chain is predicted to have an especially significant impact on many areas of the chemical industry, leading to optimized business processes, faster decision-making and continuous performance improvements. A Quantum Leap in Digital Supply Chain.

Digital 92

Digital Tracking and tracing Supply Chains Industry 92

Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

A look at the supply chain trends and technology that will come into play in 2018. Here is a look at how some companies in the supply chain sector are preparing themselves for the months to come. Predictive analytics will alter the future of the supply chain.

Supply Chains 150

Supply Chains ERP Survey Automation 150

AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

We are running a quiz to help supply chain professionals address these questions. 6 0 % of respondents stated that the Supply Chain function is primarily responsible for managing the forecast process at their organizations.

Supply Chains 71

Supply Chains ERP Reliability Tools 71

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2017

From demand shifts and evolving customer preferences, to new product introductions and sales strategies, volatility creates a continuously moving target for supply chain managers. Even in top performing supply chains analytics platforms can have a measurable impact.

Supply Chains 106

Supply Chains Food and Agriculture Optimization Collaboration 106

Talking Logistics

APRIL 17, 2017

There are many different types of relationships that play an important role in supply chain management, both internal relationships (e.g., Then post a comment and share your perspective on what it takes to build successful supply chain relationships!

Supply Chains 148

Supply Chains Strategy Course Tools 148

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Business students are all exposed to the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) analysis tool. This last week I came across several interesting stories – or in one case a presentation – that all centered on different aspects of SWOT in the supply chain realm. The post SWOT that Supply Chain appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Food & Beverage Industry Supply Chain Network Design Supply Chain News 3G Capital AGCO Amazon KFC SWOT

Supply Chains 66

Supply Chains Analysis Tools Presentation 66

Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2018

Achieving end-to-end supply chain visibility has been the Holy Grail for industry executives — always desired, but seldom achieved. This has been an ongoing challenge, in part, because supply chain networks, technologies, and processes are always changing, making supply chain visibility a moving target. The question then becomes, where are we today with supply chain visibility? Old vs. New Supply Chain Visibility.

Presentation 69

Presentation Supply Chains Collaboration Events 69

PINC YMS

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

In its 2018 Annual Industry Report, MHI advises companies to “think big, but start small” when implementing new technology tools and systems. NextGen Supply Chain MHI digital inventory digital supply chain

Tools 60

Tools Supply Chains Industry Digital 60

CH Robinson Logistics

JUNE 20, 2019

But one of the most common mistakes I see many companies make is positioning international supply chains merely as tactical support for larger strategies. But if you have a diverse, expansive international supply chain, how do you start to bring everything together?

Strategy 62

Strategy Supply Chains Warehousing Sorting 62

Morai Logistics

JUNE 26, 2019

Despite all the talk about blockchain technology, one of the preeminent challenges supply chains still face is customer service, and there are several technologies that could be the key to addressing it. Customer service is an ongoing priority in the supply chain industry. Customers, now more than ever, need a seamless experience across a supply chain. The supply chain industry is no exception.

Supply Chains 76

Supply Chains Inventory Reliability Article 76

DC Velocity

MARCH 2, 2018

Evergreen, Kuehne + Nagel say online tools to improve data transfer and transparency for importers, exporters. Transportation

Maritime 139

Maritime Tools Supply Chains Digital 139

Shipchain

JUNE 25, 2019

Understanding the future of the digital supply chain is essential to success. Let’s take a closer look at how these technologies will affect the future of supply chain management and your day to day operations. Avoiding the Future of the Digital Supply Chain Is Impossible.

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Tracking and tracing Supply Chains Data Demo 78