Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

DPPs provide a streamlined, digital way to document a product’s lifecycle, making it easier to ensure compliance and improve transparency. Let’s explore how DPPs are impacting regulatory compliance, preparing for future rules, and encouraging industry collaboration.

Compliance 111

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Traditional supply chain planning, which relies on historical data and reactive adjustments, is no longer adequate for managing these challenges. Limitations of Traditional Supply Chain Planning Traditional supply chain planning relies on retrospective analysis.

Supply Chain Planning Software 87

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2021

I’m kicking off some research and writing on global trade compliance. Wood believes there is a significant trend that is occurring with respect to the trade compliance department in companies. Five years ago, or so, trade compliance would often report up to the chief legal officer. Both are leaders in this market.

Compliance 104

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2015

Given that our proprietary TMS, the Cerasis Rater , provides multiple reports, giving our shippers’ many insights, this post is quite appropriate, just like getting the data that is meaningful , in order to make the best decisions for your business possible. . Profits Need More than Benchmarking in your Transportation Cost Analysis.

Purchasing Skills 125

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 31, 2023

If you are a finance professional in a manufacturing business, your main goals are to reduce risk, improve profitability, and maintain high levels of compliance. To do that, you need to access accurate data and create insightful reports for GL, as well as other finance and operational needs. Stale data. Analysis is limited.

Optimal Sourcing 111

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

The European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is leading the way, mandating emissions disclosures at the product and supply chain level, with penalties for non-compliance. Each stage generates unique data that must be tracked and analyzed. In the U.S., The beverage industry offers a valuable example.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 24, 2021

Big data in the supply chain is nothing new. Nearly every shipper, broker and carrier collects and uses data to derive insights, including predictive rates. And routing guide compliance is among the top reasons that today’s shippers experience strife and stress in supply chain management. Request a SONAR Demo.

White Paper 98

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 29, 2024

This is where auditors assess the 3PLs Warehouse Management System (WMS) , its integration with the enterprise systems , and the robustness of the data security used within your company. Risk Management and Compliance An often overlooked part of your audit should include risk management and compliance.

3PL 75

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The data is accessible to state U.S. Blyncsy’s map utilizes crowdsourced dash camera imagery from over 1 million vehicles, which, combined with its AI image analysis capabilities, can detect more than 40 different road conditions and asset inventory issues in near-real time.

Supply Chain Design Software 113

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

When you want to drive down your logistics and transportation spend, the very first thing that you need is freight and transportation data. Without hard data, you can’t take action. When enterprises try to act in the absence of data, they are usually guessing and won’t get the results they need.

Data 124

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Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions. billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 90

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, a recurring theme that I saw was about using supply chain data to improve the customer experience across the entire value chain. Here are the ones that stood out to me, especially as it relates to supply chain data. The single data cloud runs on Snowflake, one of Blue Yonder’s partners.

Supply Chain Planning Software 119

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 5, 2023

Manufacturers must ensure adherence to regulatory compliance, strike a balance between efficiency and profitability, maintain unblemished food safety records, and guarantee customer satisfaction. Their valuable data is often locked away in separate, siloed, and outdated systems and formats, making data access and analysis an uphill task.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

Manufacturing Procurement ERP Maintainability Compliance 97

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

Quality and Detail of Data and its Analysis In some of our earlier posts, weve stressed the importance of simplicity in distribution network design , and we will return to that topic later in this article. It would be folly not to take advantage of data availability and accessibility.

Supply Chain Design Software 75

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

The global trade compliance market is one crazy market. The market grew by double digits year over year, yet there is no standard user and consequently there is no common understanding of what the end-to-end global trade compliance process should be. At SAP their solution is developed by their governance risk and compliance team.

Compliance 97

Compliance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 97

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Koganti urged the procurement audience to look for whats referred to as “foresight function” in planning tools, which is capable of enhancing data analysis, scenario generation and trend identification , allowing for more informed and proactive decision-making, albeit with human oversight.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

ITR Economics analysis shows rising and unmet demand for electric power from sustainability initiatives, coupled with the proliferation of data center construction ($27.3 The US is a top destination for foreign direct investment, and ITR Economics analysis suggests this re-onshoring trend is not likely to end in the near term.

Cost Reduction 78

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The ability to drill down into this data at multiple levels ensures that sustainability measures are implemented and optimized for various supply chain segments. Conclusion: Incorporating sustainability into transportation management is becoming essential for regulatory compliance and long-term supply chain resilience.

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 25, 2021

Reaching mutually beneficial service level agreements (SLA) or trade agreements depends on the access and utilization of current logistics data and a decent amount of preparation. Far too often, there is a severe lack of real-time logistics data to work with during this process. Download the White Paper.

Scenario Planning 98

Scenario Planning Data Logistics Network Optimization Software Demo 98

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2025

Edge Hardware: The battle for edge hardware also intensified in 2024, as companies sought to deploy AI capabilities closer to the source of data. These developments help enable real-time data processing, reduce the reliance on cloud connectivity, and democratize access to advanced AI technologies in industrial and robotic contexts.

Modeling Software 117

Modeling Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 117

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 11, 2021

Global trade data and shipping demand management are not just things that high-tech companies and international investors need to worry about. This focus makes proper use of global trade data and analytics so vital for continued recovery and growth throughout the supply chain network. Streamline data collection and analysis.

Data 98

Data Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Expense Reduction 98

TransAudit

MAY 27, 2025

Given the hazardous nature of many chemical shipments, proper classification is also essential for compliance. Inefficient Routing and Consolidation Practices Challenges in Chemical Logistics Chemical logistics come with unique challenges, including the need for specialized handling and strict regulatory compliance.

Expense Reduction 61

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Material Savings Negotiating Skills 61

Talking Logistics

MAY 14, 2019

The cost of poor quality is so closely related to supplier quality and compliance that manufacturers must give the proper attention and resources to the optimization of their upstream partnerships. Traceability & Trade Compliance. The only way to take control of your future is to double down on quality.

Supply Chain Planning Software 131

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Digital 131

Turvo

MARCH 13, 2025

Real-time data allows businesses to monitor supply chain movements, anticipate disruptions, and take proactive measures to ensure on-time deliveries. Seamless integration eliminates data silos, ensuring that information flows smoothly across departments.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As such, the latest BlackBerry analysis drew insights from almost a quarter of the total UK survey respondents across government, education and healthcare to identify the procedures their organisations have in place to manage the risk of security breaches from software supply chains.

Supply Chain Software 77

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Security Supply Chains 77

Trux

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Streamlined compliance with state DOT guidelines is effortless. Accurate data for analysis is right at your fingertips. There’s a load of benefits to eTicketing. Many of the advantages for the construction industry are obvious. Errors and fraud are greatly reduced. Double entries are a thing of the past.

Construction 97

Construction Analysis Compliance Data 97

TransAudit

MAY 27, 2025

Given the hazardous nature of many chemical shipments, proper classification is also essential for compliance. Inefficient Routing and Consolidation Practices Challenges in Chemical Logistics Chemical logistics come with unique challenges, including the need for specialized handling and strict regulatory compliance.

Expense Reduction 52

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Material Savings Negotiating Skills 52

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 5, 2023

ARC Advisory Group, where I work, publishes an analysis of the 25 manufacturers with the most mature digital transformations. This survey-based research gathers quantitative data as well as information on practices or performance drivers. From a maturity standpoint, the majority of respondents are digitizing data and processes.

Digital 120

Digital Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2024

Regulatory compliance : Automation can help ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards by providing real-time monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators. This reduces the risk of non-compliance penalties and helps companies demonstrate their commitment to sustainability to stakeholders.

Supply Chain Software 124

Supply Chain Software Automation Waste Reduction Supply Chains 124

UL EHS- Sustainability

OCTOBER 10, 2019

For added ammunition, your argument should be supported by measurable data points. Through precisely curated documentation, management can see clearly defined data that identifies the strengths and weakness of the company’s environmental, health and safety programming. But how do you document that mountain of EHS data?

Data 12

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2024

Jeff Erwin, VP of manufacturing at G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers , has been helping to accelerate the digital transformation while aligning with the company’s goals and mission to improve its operational efficiency and meet customer requirements and regulatory compliance challenges by tracking and measuring performance.

Digital 125

Digital Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software 125

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 19, 2025

Supply chains need systemic change that must occur via communication, data sharing, and process modernization delivered through the use of orchestrated, interoperable AI agents and data fabrics across multiple enterprises. We have been seeing the need for significant modernization (i.e., transformation) dating back years now.

Supply Chain Planning Software 88

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Turvo

AUGUST 5, 2020

It’s easy for shippers, brokers, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to get lost in the freight data conversation. The opportunities, to understand market conditions and increase profitability through analytics , are more apparent through the impact and analysis of data.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 76

Logistics Network Optimization Software Data Freight Supply Chain Software 76

Talking Logistics

JUNE 27, 2017

Designed to improve highway safety by strengthening driver compliance with hours of service (HOS) regulations that prevent fatigue, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initiated a ruling in 2015 that mandates the use of ELDs by all commercial vehicle drivers in the U.S. The ELD Opportunity. by December 18, 2017.

Cost Reduction 60

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Freight Waves

JUNE 18, 2025

This technological advantage extends to data analysis as well. Echo has developed capabilities to “aggregate third-party data on carriers to help stay ahead of potentially bad actors.” Echo emphasizes that combating fraud requires cooperation across the entire freight ecosystem.

Global logistics 45

Global logistics Freight Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies 45

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

Predictive Analytics and Demand Forecasting – Modern supply chain systems analyse historical data, market trends and even weather patterns to predict future demand. Enhanced Accuracy with Error Reduction & Quality Control Manual data entry errors have been solved almost entirely with automation.

Supply Chain Software 75

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 75

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2024

These systems have a range of approximately three hundred meters and facilitate the exchange of critical data between vehicles. Here’s how it works: Data Transmission: Vehicles continuously broadcast data, including position, speed, heading, brake status and many more operational parameters.

Modeling Software 120

Modeling Software Efficiency Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 120