AIMMS

MAY 6, 2019

In December 2006, I published an article titled “ S&OP or just good supply chain planning ?” The article looked at what Sales and Operations Planning is, what it isn’t, and whether companies were on the right path to implementing it. W ould I still write the same article today? The role of forecasting .

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2024

Definitely no to the last one!) Common applications include facial recognition, object detection, medical image analysis, and autonomous vehicles. Common applications include machine translation, sentiment analysis, chatbots, and speech recognition. What is the history of AI? When did it start? What exactly is AI?

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Turvo

JULY 30, 2021

There has been a definitive increase in the number of shippers working to harness these new TMS functions and capabilities. As a result, faster fulfillment and greater transparency are achieved thanks to better data analysis. It’s a Tool for Optimizing Loads and Capacity Planning. It Tracks Shipments From Cradle to Grave.

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ShipLilly

APRIL 19, 2021

This article explains some of the key aspects of FTL and LTL. Let us begin with key definitions. Definitions. Businesses must do a cost-benefit analysis in terms of time and labor cost before taking this option. A cost-benefit analysis will help you understand which option is best for you.

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Trinity Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Now, there’s a lot of definitions out there, but here’s how I define it. Biggest one is data analysis. Data Analysis Generative AI is great at taking data in and putting it into a format that can be easily used to extract meaning. Predictive Analysis A primary use case within logistics is predictive data analysis.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. In this article, we define five advantages that will transform the future of freight forwarding. Freight forwarders are a middle ground between a freight broker and a third-party logistics company.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

This series of articles aims to address this gap by showing how logistics problems accumulate and metastasise into operational preparedness shortcomings. To better contextualise logistics in the ADF during the period to be examined, it makes sense that I draw upon the definitions of that period as well. What do we know?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 11, 2023

In a recent article on Forbes, Steve Banker points out that less than 25% of executives believe that their IBP process helps decision making and effective cross functional trade-offs that help the P&L of the company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

This article, which is focused on the different types of artificial intelligence used and the types of problems they are solving, is aimed at helping practitioners cut through the hype. It is also worth pointing out, that based on this definition, not all forms of machine learning are particularly complicated.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

In my Logistics Viewpoints article in January 2021, “ The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World ”, I highlighted that modern supply chains must be built on a foundation of extreme agility and responsiveness. The Key to Long-Term Success: Build Agility, Resilience and Profitability Together.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 11, 2025

The following text is of a presentation given at a 2019 Wiliams Foundation conference, ‘Sustaining self-reliance’ As the original article cannot be found on other sites, it is provided here with some slight adjustments.

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Turvo

AUGUST 24, 2021

Today, the definition of supply chain resiliency has been changed in ways that have caused ripple effects. Data collection and analysis can be accurately applied to the network. Before the COVID pandemic ran through the supply chain, in-network resiliency had never been tested or tried extensively.

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This series of articles aims to address this gap by showing how logistics problems accumulate and metastasise into operational preparedness shortcomings. To better contextualise logistics in the ADF during the period to be examined, it makes sense that I draw upon the definitions of that period as well. What do we know?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

A year before, in 2014, a Harvard Business Review article pointed out that supply chains were becoming increasingly global and complex and consequently more at risk than before. Without a thorough analysis of the supply chain and the consumption models, the business may still find itself running out of critical inventory.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Let’s take a look at what happened with the major themes, as well as the research and analysis we conducted in 2022 to help determine what those themes will look like in 2023. The verdict would have been “definitely nailed it” if we were counting all of the “ML-washing” going on in the supply chain and logistics technology market.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2021

If anything, the unprecedented disruptiveness of the COVID crisis has highlighted the flaws in traditional methods of inventory calculation, which are based mainly on historical demand analysis. Perhaps it’s time for your company to take a more scientific approach. Many will now take a different stance on inventory optimisation.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2016

As explained by John Schultz , many modern shippers are moving towards the outsourcing of big data analysis and increasing collaboration between different logistics providers to enhance payment management. Yet, a true analysis cannot possibly fathom how increases and advancements in technology will improve the truck driver shortage.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 2, 2022

We will address the following topics in this article: Inbound logistics definition and significance. Allows for performance analysis. Given that it is a subject that every businessperson should be knowledgeable about, it is a crucial logistics function in the supply chain. Duties of inbound logistics.

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3PL Links

JULY 7, 2023

The Role of Data Analytics in Supply Chain Management | Image source: Pixabay This article describes the transformation that data analysis and the supply chain are fostering and how it will impact business intelligence. Intelligence-driven businesses are interested in supply chain management and data analysis.

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AIMMS

MAY 6, 2019

In December 2006, I published an article titled “ S&OP or just good supply chain planning ?” The article looked at what Sales and Operations Planning is, what it isn’t, and whether companies were on the right path to implementing it. W ould I still write the same article today? The role of forecasting .

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Ship Monk

JULY 7, 2022

This article will define minimum order quantity, show you some examples, and help you decide if it’s the right strategy for the type of items you sell online. Minimum Order Quantity Definition. It may sound tempting to force your customers into purchasing in larger quantities, but is it the best way to grow your business?

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Still, in this article, I will help you evaluate the need for supply chain and logistics KPIs in your organisation, and identify which types of measurement might be most appropriate. Use weekly, monthly, and year-on-year data for your analysis. With KPIs, less is definitely more. Which ones to use?…

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2019

This article, written by Mal Walker , Manager at Logistics Bureau, in the March/April 2019 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. In this article, I will briefly touch on the 13 most common types of robots that are being used in distribution centres, along with their characteristics and uses. Bur first here are some definitions.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

3 Steps to Improved Reverse Logistics Three of the most critical tasks in managing returned inventory are determining which products should, or should not, be accepted as returns, calculating the cost of returns, and establishing a definitive course of action based on the condition of each item and the policies that apply to it.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 30, 2024

If your ecommerce brand imports from international sources, this is definitely a reason why ShipMonk should be your 3PL of choice. Check out our Section 321 FAQs and supplementary article on why Section 321 is your solution to import savings. Have more questions?

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

An acceptable, modern, definition of national support might also be accompanied by clarity with respect to terms such as ‘force scaling’, ‘force expansion’, ‘mobilisation’, ‘surety’, ‘preparedness’ and even ‘strategic logistics’. [14] So too have a range of commentators, in an array of articles and across different media.

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Globalior

JUNE 9, 2020

Analysis of information collated. These regulations define the responsibilities that governmental authorities, port operators, freight forwarders and seamen have to undertake with regards to maritime security. Some of the ISPS objectives are: Collation security information from government authorities.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

Another survey found that 73% of global consumers would “definitely” or “probably” change their buying behavior to reduce environmental impact. If your brand is positively associated with eco-friendly partners and practices, this can definitely give you a competitive edge. consumers think Amazon shipments include excess packaging.”

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Globalior

JUNE 26, 2020

Definitely a role that will transition well to a home based environment. Data Analysis: Some data analysts will do well working from home. Supply & Demand planning: In many multi-national companies, you almost never talk to demand and supply chain planners face to face.

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3PL Links

JUNE 4, 2024

From definition to best practices for implementation, this article will cover every facet of logistics in e-commerce. Data analysis Analytics of your data can yield insightful information about your logistics processes. The exponential growth of e-commerce creates an ever-growing need for dependable and effective logistics.

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Logistics in War

MARCH 23, 2018

Rather than using intuition to inform decisions, people often retreat behind analysis to avoid choosing between difficult options. Even if analysis is used to inform judgements, decisions at the highest level will tend to be intuitive and influenced by a range of factors. This article was originally posted in November 2017. [1]

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 11, 2018

Global supply chains, by definition, consist of multiple, independent partners, making them ideal candidates for blockchain. There is definitely a reason and need to continue pushing security and getting standards.” (At Comment on this article. So what’s holding up the train? An underlying irony, as it turns out.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 1, 2025

ABC Analysis: A form of Pareto analysis applied to a group of products to enable selective inventory management controls. ABC Classification: The classification of inventory, after ABC analysis, into three basic groups for the purpose of stock control and planning. European Article Numbering (EAN).

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Conger

JULY 30, 2021

In this article, you’ll learn: The definition of omnichannel distribution. A simple omnichannel distribution definition is that it’s a way of giving consumers the freedom and ease to buy and receive orders from any sales channel they choose. This is the ultimate guide to omnichannel distribution.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The definition above is not from any textbook, but is one that I am sure you will agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to attain. . The use of a methodology known as “cost to serve analysis” often reveals shocking realities about supply chain costs. . .

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 25, 2018

to a particular task must be preceded by a definition of the term. Comment on this article. Perhaps A.I. can help companies to head off the critical lapses that lead to a serious compliance breach. Any discussion about the application of A.I. Does it represent an attempt to duplicate the workings of the human brain, or exceed it?

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FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

And that definitely applies to the freight market. While this is nothing to cheer about, industrial output combined with the other items noted in this article will continue to increase the demand for trucks during the normal lull. But most the analysis shows the market softening in the second half. What’s a shipper to do?

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