Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

The final goal was to develop end-to-end visibility based on leveraging data analytics. Aera Technology was seen as a convergence point for what Mars Wrigley was doing in data analytics and AI with what the company was doing in supply chain planning. “We The analysis was not all that accurate.

Supply Chain Planning Software 85

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

By integrating order data, load information across modes, yard shipments and the like, internal departments can turn to a single source of the truth and more accurately manage various aspects of the lifecycle.

Inventory Reduction 105

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RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

RPA is increasingly adopted within the supply chain to take over mundane and repetitive tasks such as managing shipping data, filing paperwork, answering general FAQs, entering data, reading and responding to emails, and performing other basic tasks. Why Shippers and Carriers Struggle With Managing Shipping Data.

Supply Chain Software 52

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

Below I will outline how a vendor managed inventory model, in conjunction with reverse marketing, value analysis, and collaboration will achieve supply chain cost reductions. The manufacturer has access to the distributor’s inventory data and is responsible for generating purchase orders. What is Value Analysis?

Vendor Strategies 96

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Capability gaps were so obvious in post-operational analysis that a strong narrative about mis-investment in Defence emerged in the wake of Operation Warden and the corresponding INTERFET mission. Exercises only began after logistics forces had moved in advance to prepare arrangements before the combat forces arrived for the main game.

Exercises 63

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 29, 2017

The first one arrived a few years ago when a growing number of companies started treating supply chain design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise. It was a strategic/tactical analysis, disconnected from day-to-day operations, and the software tools were difficult to learn and use.

Supply Chain Design Software 43

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Capability gaps were so obvious in post-operational analysis, a strong narrative about mis-investment in Defence emerged in the wake of Operation Warden and the INTERFET mission it corresponded to. Exercises only began after logistics forces had moved in advance to prepare arrangements before the combat forces arrived for the main game.

Exercises 61

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 19, 2022

Use data to improve operations. To assist with the short-term solution, the answer is an extensive data-gathering exercise. A major benefit of an ERP solution is that it generates business data continuously. Of course, the key to success is being able to analyze that data so that you can get the maximum value out of it.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

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Logistics in War

APRIL 9, 2020

The key is effective data analysis, trusted modelling tools and a systematic approach that provides total visibility across the entire supply network. This will support an effective demonstration of probable outcomes during the planning phase based on selected COAs, supported by an ability to intervene where required.

Supply Chain Planning Software 85

Supply Chain Planning Software Military Exercises Logistics Network Optimization Software 85

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

As market and buying trend data becomes more abundant and IT systems more connected, retailers can better estimate demand and adapt their ordering. Network analysis will be crucial for finding the best configuration of return centres, given factors like retail locations and transport facilities with backhaul possibilities.

Reverse logistics 74

Reverse logistics Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction 74

RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

RPA is increasingly adopted within the supply chain to take over mundane and repetitive tasks such as managing shipping data , filing paperwork, answering general FAQs, entering data, reading and responding to emails, and performing other basic tasks. Why Shippers and Carriers Struggle With Managing Shipping Data.

Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Automation Data 40

RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

RPA is increasingly adopted within the supply chain to take over mundane and repetitive tasks such as managing shipping data , filing paperwork, answering general FAQs, entering data, reading and responding to emails, and performing other basic tasks. Why Shippers and Carriers Struggle With Managing Shipping Data.

Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Automation Data 40

MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The data shows that no new capacity is being introduced to Transpacific trade in the period of 2022-2023. The Russian Navy has already encircled Ukraine’s ports and warned-off civilian commercial traffic so they could engage in live-fire exercises. How is ocean capacity and pricing looking heading further into 2022? and Asia-E.U.

Negotiating Skills 105

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 4, 2022

At Logistics Bureau, we capture, analyse, and exploit freight benchmarking data to help us when we provide freight contract negotiation services for our clients. Although freight benchmarking is not a complicated process, it may prove challenging because the data your company needs is unlikely to be readily available.

Negotiating Skills 96

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

Once you have gathered the data relating to your customers’ needs, you should be able to see if a single logistics strategy will work for your entire customer base, or whether you need to take a segmented approach. Step 2: Gap Analysis – Customer Requirements and Supply Chain Trends. Delivery frequency and lead times. Inventory levels.

Inventory Reduction 98

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RPA Labs

AUGUST 31, 2021

RPA is increasingly adopted within the supply chain to take over mundane and repetitive tasks such as managing shipping data, filing paperwork, answering general FAQs, entering data, reading and responding to emails, and performing other basic tasks. Why Shippers and Carriers Struggle With Managing Shipping Data.

Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Automation Data 40

RPA Labs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

RPA is increasingly adopted within the supply chain to take over mundane and repetitive tasks such as managing shipping data, filing paperwork, answering general FAQs, entering data, reading and responding to emails, and performing other basic tasks. Why Shippers and Carriers Struggle With Managing Shipping Data.

Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Automation Data 40

Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 1, 2021

Specialized data analysis firms such as Cargonet have found that cargo theft is peaking and the losses being suffered by manufacturers, shippers, and logistics service providers have reached historic highs. It is information analysis that plays a critical role in the prevention of crime.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 25, 2018

and China conducting naval exercises. By analyzing data 24/7 we can gain insights from crew behavior and near-misses that can identify trends. The shipping industry has learned from losses in the past but predictive analysis could be the difference between a safe voyage and a disaster.". naval ships and commercial vessels.

Maritime 84

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

It also stands to reason that when you undertake a slotting exercise, you should think about it from the perspective of these activities. Slotting by the Numbers: Data is the Key. Product Slotting Data Requirements. But what if your business lacks the digital tools necessary to use the data?

Production 98

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Where to Start with a Product Slotting Analysis To start with, find out which products are picked the most and place them as close as possible to what we call the centre of gravity of the warehouse, where dispatch is situated. To do a proper analysis though, we need to go a bit more in-depth.

Production 74

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

It will enable data sharing among all functions, highlight errors and outliers in the data, and speed up data analysis thus increasing efficiency, improving accuracy and lowering operating costs. Refined Analytics: Logistics is a data-intensive function.

Supply Chain Software 54

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Cloud & Big Data. « Collaborative Platform for Enterprise of Future | Main | Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry » Importance of Proactive Master Data Maintenance in SAP SCM Support. We conducted a thorough analysis of these concerns & compared results in different geographies. Customer Service.

Supply Chain Planning Software 29

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Strategic failures emerge when ‘thinkers’ are separated from ‘doers’, ‘strategists’ from ‘planners’ and ‘soft data’ from ‘hard data’. Rather than using intuition to inform decisions, people often retreat behind analysis to avoid choosing between difficult options. Strategic failure. This is especially the case with logistics.

Negotiating Skills 77

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UL EHS- Sustainability

OCTOBER 31, 2019

But when organizations are unsure of the root cause of an operational issue, assigning employee training can offer dramatic insight and measurable data leading to enhanced performance, improved production and even internal cost savings. Valuable data also comes from auditing pre-training performance as compared to post-training performance.

Buyer Training 40

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Image source: Flickr | How to Protect Supply Chain from Cyber Attacks The management of data intelligence in the supply chain presents an enormous challenge to those involved. The amount, velocity, and sharing of data all influence how it is received and evaluated, and these changes intensify with the consolidation of digital transformation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 48

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10xLogistics

JUNE 13, 2013

What I find about benchmarking is it is often an internal exercise to justify what someone is doing to higher management. The question is, from a "should cost" analysis, are you as good as you should be? That is where energy is best spent. What about your operating characteristics were taken into account when the benchmark was done?

Transportation 54

Transportation Exercises Course Definition 54

Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 17, 2017

These common measures are generally based on aggregated data that takes no account of the unique needs and cost drivers of certain customers and product types within the supply chain. Conduct a trial data set through the model to test assumptions and results. CTS typically highlights unprofitable products and customers.

Purchasing Skills 45

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

This exercise prompted Whirlpool to question whether having a single logistics provider was the best structure to exceed customer expectations and maximize cost savings. After completion of its customer-centric supply chain analysis, Whirlpool knew innovation was necessary to maintain a competitive advantage.

Case Study 93

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 31, 2014

Though late, but when they decided to run through past condition data they found a substantial evidence- A high copper concentration in the hydraulic oil. The oil sampling results had been showing increased copper levels but neither the field engineer who were reporting the data nor the bosses sitting in the head office caught the spike.

Case Study 28

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Pundits typically emphasize data and digital technology when proselytising for the S&OP concept. But what makes it so challenging to implement S&OP successfully? The Demand Planner.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Triskele Logistics

MAY 27, 2018

Whether you are managing them yourself, or have outsourced the management of your supply chain, it's a really good exercise to understand how it all works. Analysis paralysis can slow you down. Good data is helpful so going to the source (your invoices) gives you the real total costs.

Cost Reduction 40

Cost Reduction Supply Chain Design Supply Chains Exercises 40

Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

In an attempt to help you keep your supply chain organisation from analysis paralysis, metric manipulation, or measurement misnomers, I decided to use this post to share nine important guidelines, or golden rules, for benchmarking your business and monitoring performance using meaningful supply chain KPIs.

Supply Chain Software 75

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies Scenario Planning 75

Logistics in War

MARCH 23, 2018

Strategic failures emerge when ‘thinkers’ are separated from ‘doers’, ‘strategists’ from ‘planners’ and ‘soft data’ from ‘hard data’. Rather than using intuition to inform decisions, people often retreat behind analysis to avoid choosing between difficult options. Strategic failure. This is especially the case with logistics.

Negotiating Skills 57

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2015

this exercise helps retain mobility in the damaged joints". The term refers not only to mobile workers and mobile devices, but also to the mobility of corporate data. Enterprise mobility management products, such as data loss prevention technologies, are available to help IT departments address these risks. mōˈbilədē/.

Supply Chain Design Software 54

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Logistics in War

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Strategic failures emerge when ‘thinkers’ are separated from ‘doers’, ‘strategists’ from ‘planners’ and ‘soft data’ from ‘hard data’. Rather than using intuition to inform decisions, people often retreat behind analysis to avoid choosing between difficult options. Strategic failure. This is especially the case with logistics.

Negotiating Skills 54

Negotiating Skills Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Military 54

Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 15, 2020

Unpublished data from one clinic has found that 1% of tests done in seafarers planning to join a ship were positive and these seafarers were successfully prevented from travelling to, and joining, the ship. Periods of planned outdoor exercise are essential and must be facilitated. Delay in transport or analysis.

Scenario Planning 89

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