The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

He is known for his insightful analysis of the freight industry, his practical sales advice, and his engaging and informative speaking style. Brush Pass helps sales teams identify the right freight brokerages to target, connect with key decision-makers directly, avoid wasting time on unqualified leads, and accelerate their sales cycle.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Supply chains can be strengthened by using data-driven solutions, says Brian Fitzgerald (pictured), Growth Strategist at Augury. It is no secret that today’s purpose-built AI tools can not only analyse vastly more data than they could a few years ago but synthesise it into more easily accessible forms, from graphic and narrative to speech.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Have you conducted a cost-to-serve (CTS) analysis for your enterprise? And that is the sole purpose of cost-to-serve analysis. If you were going to say, “What is a cost-to-serve analysis?” Only a complete cost-to-serve analysis will expose these underlying issues unless they happen to be discovered incidentally.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 2, 2021

From a financial standpoint, transportation cost analysis remains focused on determining the value of the resources used to execute a given shipment and goes well beyond benchmarking. Moreover, this kind of analysis does not focus on who ends up paying which expenses in the end. The challenges of limited transportation cost analysis.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Wasting resources and assets cost managers a pretty penny. Fortunately, smart data utilization can help reduce deadheading occurrences and make the entire supply chain more profitable. Waste matters in the shipping industry because every instance leads to higher freight costs. And it’s essential to understand why. .

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years. Tive is a cloud-based platform that uses IoT sensors to capture critical real-time shipment sensor data as products are shipped worldwide. About Krenar Komoni. Key Takeaways: The Tive Story.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the highly effective ABCD Analysis technique for warehouse optimization with its pitfalls and how organizations can leverage their data to implement this strategy successfully based on Log-hubs experience over the last years.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2024

By minimizing energy waste and optimizing equipment operation, companies can reduce their carbon footprint and lower energy costs. These systems can precisely control water usage in manufacturing processes, minimize material waste through precise cutting or shaping, and optimize packaging to reduce material consumption.

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the highly effective ABCD Analysis technique for warehouse optimization with its pitfalls and how organizations can leverage their data to implement this strategy successfully based on Log-hubs experience over the last years.

Inventory Reduction 40

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

7 min read Maximizing Warehouse Efficiency: Unleashing the Potential of ABCD Analysis In the dynamic world of supply chain management, optimizing warehouse operations has become an indispensable factor for businesses. One of the most powerful tools employed in this endeavor is the ABCD Analysis.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

These sensors capture precise data on factors like location, speed, fuel usage, and driver behavior, transforming fleet management from reactive to data-driven decision-making. The IoT data allows managers to detect inefficiencies, predict maintenance needs, and even assess driver performance.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years. Tive is a cloud-based platform that uses IoT sensors to capture critical real-time shipment sensor data as products are shipped worldwide. About Krenar Komoni. Key Takeaways: The Tive Story.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Patrick gives us some insight into workplace efficiency and how to reduce waste. . Lean manufacturing consolidates equipment, people and workspace resources to reduce waste, create an effective flow of actions and create unbeatable manufacturing solutions. Targeting Workplace Efficiency and Reducing Waste . Determining Waste

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EazyStock

JUNE 23, 2022

What is big data? All successful businesses use data to develop strategies and review their outcomes. But as the number of systems being used increases, the amount of data available for consumption and analysis grows exponentially. Unstructured data isn’t as accessible to search or export and is often text-heavy.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 23, 2023

Reporting requires businesses to collect and track data on their ESG performance and report this information in a transparent and consistent manner. This involves implementing processes and systems for collecting and reporting on data, and some businesses may need to ensure that the information is verified by a third party.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2024

In this blog, I will discuss the use of AI/ML demand planning for fresh products to help maximize sales and reduce waste. Looking back on that week of straight rain in August, not only were my tips affected, but the data for future forecasts was as well!

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The governor has mobilized thousands of personnel to tackle the waste issue in Pinellas County and is working to expedite the removal process. Will the state be better equipped for waste removal? From a sustainability and supply chain perspective, this situation is incredibly challenging to comprehend. Nauto and Beans.ai

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Log-hub

JULY 25, 2023

Explore our groundbreaking approach that leverages Data Analytics and AI to revolutionize demand forecasting. At Log-hub AG, we believe that a personalized approach to forecasting, integrating advanced Data Analytics and AI solutions, can revolutionize the way businesses manage their supply chains.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

Chemical manufacturers collect and use a lot of data in their supply chain. They deal with data on their products, customers, transportation, storage, operations and more. Acquiring that data is not hard but managing and utilizing that information to be able to analyze your business is the challenge. Lane Analysis Reports.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

The problem looms large for shippers and managers across the supply chain network, but the answer is out there – better utilization of smart data and automated processes. Poor data analytics cause disruptions. The inability to properly review data and make educated predictions can exacerbate unplanned disruptions and errors.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Modern machinery is commonly fitted with real-time sensors but these are not very useful if there is no way to view and action the data from the sensors. Therefore, companies should have a system to collect and consolidate the data for reporting and analysis. This can be used in costing analysis and equipment profitability.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

This is where freight data recording and analysis can help with the supply chain’s internal adding value. . The Costs of Not Using Freight Data in Managing Logistics. According to Inbound Logistics , “In today’s data-rich world, the logistics industry as a whole is surprisingly behind the times.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

The sum of that freight tech volume is somewhat ironic – data overload and an inability to manage due to the inefficient use of several systems. Freight tech APIs collect data in near real-time. Connected systems can collect data in near real-time, limited only by the speed of an internet connection. Why is that advantageous?

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10xLogistics

MAY 14, 2024

Collaborative planning ensures that all relevant insights and data points are considered, leading to more accurate forecasts. Tools like CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) can enhance this process by aligning all stakeholders on shared objectives and data. Pitfalls to Avoid in Demand Planning 1.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Environmental Protection Agency focuses on lifecycle analysis and waste management. DPPs allow companies to centralize compliance data, ensuring that it meets requirements across regions. Advanced data management platforms, which automate tracking of regulatory updates, are becoming increasingly important.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

One of the big challenges facing manufacturers is inadequate reporting and analysis capabilities. This results in inefficient decision-making processes due to siloed data which limits the ability to respond to changing conditions quickly and accurately. Why companies invest in BI As a business grows, so does the amount of data.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 29, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog comes from Katie Cruze at considerdigital.com who give us the top 5 reasons why data quality is important. Data, for most companies, is often collected for record-keeping purposes. For many companies, managing the quality data can seem like an overwhelming task.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 2, 2024

Machine learning (ML): Using algorithms and data to detect patterns without being explicitly programmed to do so automatically. ML and DL are mainly used in data analysis, classification, clustering, and ranking. GenAI systems are trained on massive amounts of text data to understand and generate human-like language.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 9, 2018

‘Big Data’ has become one of the biggest buzzwords lately. While having access to “big data” is all well and good and easy enough if you’re willing to pay for it, turning it into something usable is a different matter altogether. So what is “big data” and how can it be used? A Little Bit of Big Data.

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TransAudit

JUNE 27, 2023

It advances digitization efforts, facilitates data cleaning, and streamlines supply chain planning, procurement, and execution. This optimization reduces costs associated with inventory holding, improves quality, minimizes waste, and ensures products arrive in the marketplace just in time, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency.

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CLX Logistics

MARCH 9, 2021

Big data and predictive transportation analytics are transforming the supply chain industry in incredible ways. An individual transportation company may collect large quantities of granular internal data over time, but that’s not enough to extract the maximum possible value. Better Customer Experiences. Accurately Forecast Demand.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

However, the application of such data does not necessarily translate into meaningful improvements within day-to-day operations. Yes, analytics add value, but that value often gets overshadowed by the sheer volume of freight data insights available. And it’s in this space where big data analytics can add the most value.

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3PL Links

MAY 9, 2024

Smart warehousing is a sophisticated inventory management approach that maximizes the transportation, storage, and distribution of goods and materials within the company by utilizing data analytics and state-of-the-art technologies. This makes it possible to spot trends, estimate demand more precisely, and optimize storage operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

This makes Simmons highly efficient – little of a processed bird goes to waste. An RFP is a data intensive exercise. This made the data analysis easier. On the inbound side, it was highly reliant on spreadsheet data. This made the data analysis “painful.” They are vertically integrated.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 28, 2021

Enterprise shippers are looking for ways to capture and analyze more data Making the most of available technology has always been critical for fine-tuning a supply chain. Now more than ever, shippers need to find innovative ways to make the most of real-time freight data and analysis. Download the White Paper.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Bringing efficiency at scale The real benefit of implementing an ERP system lies in integrating core business functions such as finance, inventory management, sales and project management into a single, unifying platform that provides a business-wide view of centralized data.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 5, 2023

Traceability has moved from being a nice-to-have to an essential business practice, underlining the universal need for real-time, accurate, and dependable data throughout the supply chain. Their valuable data is often locked away in separate, siloed, and outdated systems and formats, making data access and analysis an uphill task.

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