FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 7, 2023

Very few prognosticators could have predicted the epidemiological course of the disease, the way that public policy responses to the disease changed over time or how those policies affected consumer behavior. Companies unprepared for disruption suffered consequences: lost sales, squeezed margins and spiking supply chain costs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning 98

Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

the forklift truck manufacturer which is part of the KION Group, is currently present in 52 countries and pursues the ambitious goal of being successfully represented in 86 markets in the EMEA economic area in the coming years. Our sales figures show that the market perceives the Baoli brand as a reliable and high-quality brand.

Negotiating Skills 57

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Price Reduction 57

Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

To kick off our brief guide, we’ll look at the challenge of managing inventory effectively across multiple sales channels. Multicha nnel Sales Complexity: Organise, Organise, Organise Does your company operate in the ecommerce sphere? So what can you do to ensure your inventory management meets the challenge of multichannel sales?

Inventory Reduction 91

Inventory Reduction eCommerce Inventory Procurement Solutions 91

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

If you can only say “No”, I will not be surprised, because many companies have never drilled down into the costs involved in selling specific SKU categories, individual SKUs, or providing particular services connected with those sales, to specific customers or customer categories. And that is the sole purpose of cost-to-serve analysis.

Negotiating Skills 90

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Analysis 90

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 24, 2022

At the conference, I was fortunate to see a presentation from Brent Wilson, Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Qualcomm. The solution was implemented in 2012 in order to deliver a comprehensive sales and operations planning (S&OP) solution that was able to move into execution with high integrity.

Sourcing Strategies 139

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Resource Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 139

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. If it were simply the fact that online sales typically involve home delivery, then omnichannel sellers would have no more cost-to-serve challenges than their pure-play online competitors.

Cost Reduction 117

Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 117

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2022

Of course, lead acid batteries remain a highly efficient option for electric forklifts and many electric Flexi Truck lift trucks still feature this type of battery. Maguire added: “We see it as essential that our product offering constantly evolves and, of course, sustainability drives much of our research and development thinking.

Manufacturing Procurement 57

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software Materials Handling Sourcing Strategies 57

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 20, 2021

After reading, you will be better informed about the most appropriate KPIs for IM and know the more commonly used ones. 2: Days Inventory or Days Sales of Inventory. Of course, whether that figure is good or bad depends on its products’ nature and characteristics. 4: Inventory to Sales Ratio. Therefore….

Inventory Reduction 93

Inventory Reduction Inventory Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills 93

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 30, 2023

However, this year, it will be tough to anticipate availability before, during, and after the holiday, because of the unforeseeable levels of COVID infection , especially given that port workers in China, too, would not be immune from any post-holiday spread of the virus. That will no longer be an issue.

Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Logistics Network Optimization Software 94

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2021

While the pandemic has helped ecommerce companies increase sales immeasurably, it has, at the same time, disrupted the global supply chains that so many retailers rely on and, by accelerating ecommerce sales growth so quickly, placed immense pressure on distribution networks. Where to Access the Knowledge You Need.

eCommerce 62

eCommerce Supply Chain Planning Software Negotiating Skills Material Savings 62

GlobalTranz

MAY 31, 2018

Only those people who have duly completed the advanced traffic management course or its equivalent should write it. He/she should write it after assessing the site and activities beforehand. Another opportunity that’s presented by this integration is the centralization of transportation within company divisions.

Tips 65

Tips Transportation Outbound Vendor Strategies 65

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Sjoerd was even more of a techie than his father and shifted the company’s course towards mechanical engineering and construction. The knowledge and experience gained from these activities were also essential to the development of the company’s present achievements. In 2000, however, Meijer took over the sales and marketing rights.

Handling 61

Handling Logistics Network Optimization Software Material Savings After-sales 61

GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

But, modern businesses have grown to encompass an omnichannel sales opportunity. In other words, manufacturers need analytics from point-of-sale systems, transportation metrics and more. B2B sales are more fickle than business-to-customer sales. Be There for Customers After the Sale.

Manufacturing Procurement 82

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics After-sales Price Reduction 82

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Of course, there’s another advantage. The answer lies in how shippers present the information to carriers – indicating how carriers can benefit from tapping backhaul opportunities in in-demand markets. Unfortunately, the Amazon Effect has created a world of micro-thin profit margins for shipping and sales alike.

Data 105

Data Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction White Paper 105

Ship Monk

MARCH 12, 2024

On the other hand, maybe you’re shopping for yourself and there’s a sale on socks—buy five and get the sixth free. They save time and effort; meanwhile your ecommerce business has more longer-term, consistent return customers and sales figures. If you want something special past whatever Lexus, Toyota, etc. But let’s go more granular!

eCommerce 105

eCommerce Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Material Savings 105

Ship Monk

AUGUST 26, 2020

While it may be tempting to give yourself a congratulatory pat on the back after a successful sale, you might want to hold off until your customer actually receives their order. After a customer checks out, they should receive an email (or text) when their order has been received, shipped, and delivered. Yup, it’s communicating!

Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 98

Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing After-sales 98

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Well, as a supply chain consultancy , in our experience many companies begin to face challenges that arise which aren’t easy to resolve internally – but of course that’s a high-level and simplified catchall statement. Management consulting professionals are adept at digging up information and presenting it as usable data.

Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 118

Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 7, 2021

The sweet taste of freedom was probably being experienced by all concerned with the Ever Given as it was released by Suez Canal authorities on the 7th of July – a good 106 days after becoming one of the most talked about ships in the world, by even those who were not interested or knew about the business of shipping.

After-sales 102

After-sales Maritime Cargo Supply Chains 102

3PL Links

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The first thing that comes to mind is the high number of returns that retailers have to deal with, particularly during certain times of the year, like just after the holiday season, but it goes beyond that. Then, consider how you could take advantage of your input to boost sales or enhance customer experience.

Reverse logistics 62

Reverse logistics Procurement Solutions 3PL Vendor Strategies 62

Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

As a disclaimer, WebCargo , a Freightos Group company, does offers digital services to global forwarders and carriers, including online sales portals, digital eBooking, multimodal rate management and the Freightos.com freight marketplace. . After a rough 2015, the first half of 2016 was no different. Driving the Maersk Shift.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 119

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Price Reduction 119

Freightos

MARCH 5, 2017

Which explains why Mr. Saadé also revealed that CMA CGM will launch an online sales and booking platform, nicknamed Freddie, in Summer 2017. B2B Sales Are Going Online. But while many online B2B marketplaces flopped in the 1999-2000 bubble, online B2B sales is now taking off. billion dollars, only 9 years after it was founded.

Digital 62

Digital Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Price Reduction 62

Ship Monk

JANUARY 29, 2024

Within the course of one online chat, an isolated email response, or a single phone call, someone who bought from your ecommerce brand can be influenced whether or not to buy from you again. Be Present Customers should be able to find the answers they need, and the help they need, quickly. Of course it is, right?

eCommerce 105

eCommerce Logistics Network Optimization Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Supply Chain Software 105

Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Known as the Chinese New Year, this revered national holiday presents a unique set of challenges for importers and exporters alike. And during CNY, those facilities close down completely, with production generally back to normal one to two weeks after the holiday. Prepare for an extended holiday period.

Tips 60

Tips Factories Manufacturing Procurement Scenario Planning 60

Forto

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Major calendar events are – quite literally – casting their shadows ahead for the supply chain: Golden Week in China, Black Friday and Cyber Monday on November 26 and 29, and of course Christmas holidays and also Chinese New Year are already just a few logistics steps away. Chinese New Year. And no one knows what will happen next.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chains Security Scenario Planning 52

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Of course there’s little value in warning against vertical integration (even for spurious reasons) if that warning doesn’t come with some idea of the risks and possible pitfalls of a vertical supply chain restructure. Of course it can be if it’s done for the right reasons —and done right.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Material Savings 91

Kanban Logistics

JUNE 10, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic, of course, has only increased competition for warehouse talent. The 44% uptick in eCommerce sales in 2020 has meant that even more labor is required for eCommerce fulfillment, in addition to retail/B2B warehousing functions. A pre-COVID U.S. in 2019 – before the pandemic.

Warehousing 52

Warehousing Buyer Training Supply Chain Software eCommerce 52

Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

But more blatantly than ever, container liners – and especially Maersk – are on a collision course with the tech companies that provide digital infrastructure for selling goods. B2C Europe is operationally present in four key European E-commerce countries (Netherlands, France, United Kingdom, and Spain), and has offices in China.

Price Reduction 71

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 71

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Much-like the business philosophy of Kaizen that came before it, Gemba Process Innovation presents an opportunity to benefit European businesses. Of course, technology alone cannot solve these challenges. After studying the requirements, Panasonic recommended a combined software and hardware solution for the business.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

The most appropriate portfolio will contain a mix of service-oriented KPIs, such as delivered on-time and in-full (DIFOT) or perfect order, and some focused on cost, like supply chain costs as a % of sales. Of course, you can have as many other metrics as you like, but the KPIs are the ones that should form a catalyst for action.

Supply Chain Software 82

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning Cost Reduction 82

Automotive Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2018

Marchionne’s last public appearance was in June when, along with his hand-picked management team, he presented the next FCA strategic plan to investors and the press. in annual sales, he impressed shareholders at the Q1 results presentation, which he had to front just hours after learning of Marchionne’s death.

Modeling Software 28

Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software After-sales Modeling 28

WorkWave

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The task can be daunting, but remember, over 13–20% of total sales costs come from overhead expenses, which could eat away at your profit margin if not accounted for properly from the start. Generally speaking, an acceptable profit margin for electrical work falls between 20 and 30% after deducting all overhead costs.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills How To Modeling Software 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Most certainly, complex ideas, which the supply chain and related functions can be at time, are easy to digest if they are presented in a fun way, with lots of color and less clutter. After all, at the end of the line in this complex automotive aftermarket supply chain fulfillment cycle is a customer with a vehicle waiting for a repair part.

Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Supply Chain Planning Software Blog Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 94

GlobalTranz

MARCH 13, 2015

There are, of course, tactical metrics for accounting functions like viewing open and paid invoices or the ability to identify when shipments are due, but also must include strategic metrics and reports for more in-depth analysis. Identify factors that impact your freight shipping costs.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 95

Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Cost Reduction Price Reduction 95

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

You then set a sales price for that product. Your sales price minus your production cost is your overall profit or margin; at least, before allowing for further expenses. Sales organisation costs. A knee-jerk reaction to a loss-making sale might be to stop selling that way. Efficient order terms. Marketing costs.

Purchasing Skills 90

Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 90

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

2014 was a dynamic year for shipping and freight, and 2015 might present us with some surprising changes as well. Labor costs have steadily increased in China in the last decade, and as energy costs destabilize, there are strong incentives for keeping manufacturing closer to the point of sale. Insurance Hikes Could Be On the Horizon.

Freight 94

Freight Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 94

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Now, after eight months of increasingly bitter contract negotiations and lobbying by Congressional representatives, President Obama has ordered his Secretary of Labor, Tom Perez, to jump-start stalled labor talks between shipping companies and the dockworkers’ union. What Is The Best Course Of Action To Deal With These Problems?

Negotiating Skills 95

Negotiating Skills Supply Chains 3PL Maritime 95

World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

The past and the present As a teenager, Ghassan visited Lebanon’s Chouf forests on a long summer family holiday. After an arduous two week voyage, the weary family settled on a hillside studded with cedar and pine trees, far far away from the strife in Syria. Once dried out, the briquettes are placed in re-usable canvas bags for sale.

After-sales 40

After-sales Course Presentation Maintainability 40