Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2023

And yet Jerry Peck, the vice president of product strategy for global trade and transportation execution at QAD, made the point that when global companies think about digital supply chains, global trade compliance is often not part of their thinking. At its heart a GTC is not just a governance tool, it is a critical tool for risk management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 113

Supply Chain Planning Software Compliance Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 113

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2024

ISP enables the creation and governance of a transformation roadmap for improving supply chain performance, turning complex planning scenarios into opportunities for margin enhancement. Director of Supply Chain Strategy at Coupa, where he manages the Go to Market strategies for areas of Supply Chain and Direct Spend.

Scenario Planning 129

Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 129

Log-hub

DECEMBER 12, 2023

When it comes to network design optimization, you might want to run AS-IS Analysis, design a completely new network from scratch, optimize an existing network, or compare future strategies. It is indeed a simple analysis if you have the right tool. Disruption happens, and being well-prepared is key.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Supply Chain and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Coupled with the Chinese Government’s mandate to share all information with the Chinese … Continue reading → Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts. I was not aware that Chinese interests have installed operating software at quite a few ports around the world.

Maritime 124

Maritime Government Logistics Network Optimization Software Operations 124

ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

The governments of the United States of America (USA) and China ultimately agreed on the first phase of their long-anticipated trade agreement around the middle of December 2019. government to cancel all the import tariffs that were anticipated at the end of the month. Instead, they adopted four and five-corner import strategies.

Sourcing Strategies 60

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategy Negotiating Skills 60

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

Nevertheless, the argument that trade compliance is complementary to a company’s overall tax strategy certainly makes sense to many companies. At SAP their solution is developed by their governance risk and compliance team. Even government experts frequently disagree on what the classification of a particular product should be.

Compliance 106

Compliance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 106

Logistics Problem Solving

AUGUST 4, 2017

What do you do if your logistics strategy is just not working? While there are ways to reverse course after a faulty strategy is deployed, you must first admit it was faulty. Testing is not only a good idea, it is crucial to developing a logistics strategy. This never happens. It’s the key to avoiding unintended consequences.

Expense Reduction 59

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Price Reduction Strategy 59

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 13, 2024

This technology allows businesses to unify their procurement, expense management, invoicing, payments, sourcing, contract management, and spend analysis processes and reporting. Coupa’s BSM platform is based on a public cloud that connects 3500 buyers to ~10 million suppliers. This solution provides for purchase order collaboration.

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Modeling Software Procurement Analytics Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2021

GEFCO has enthusiastically responded to the CDP questionnaire, which provides a framework for companies to provide information on their climate action performance, including governance and policy, risks and opportunity management, environmental targets and strategy, and scenario analysis.

Strategy 74

Strategy Government Analysis Trucking 74

World Food Programme Logistics

MARCH 1, 2019

The Conference, co-sponsored by the AU, the World Food Programme (WFP), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), was attended by over 700 representatives from governments, international agencies and civil society. African youth has the potential and agency to succeed.

Government 40

Government Food and Agriculture Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Software 40

Logistics Problem Solving

AUGUST 4, 2017

What do you do if your logistics strategy is just not working? While there are ways to reverse course after a faulty strategy is deployed, you must first admit it was faulty. Testing is not only a good idea, it is crucial to developing a logistics strategy. This never happens. It’s the key to avoiding unintended consequences.

Expense Reduction 48

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Price Reduction Strategy 48

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 28, 2023

Benefit 2: Enhanced organizational controls and compliance Advanced ERP systems provide features like dimension analysis, offering a multi-dimensional view of financial data. This enables flexible financial analysis, improves governance, and supports scalability as businesses grow and expand their operations globally.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software ERP 98

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

From 2006 to 2020, Chris played key leadership roles (including Chief Strategy Officer from 2010-2020) at Coyote Logistics (a UPS Company), a leading provider of non-asset based 3PL solutions across North America and Europe. And in a market governed by human beings making financial decisions, we always overshoot. He earned a B.S.

Price Reduction 195

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 195

Log-hub

MAY 22, 2024

In today’s complex and interconnected global economy, managing supply chains has evolved into a sophisticated discipline that requires advanced tools and strategies. PRESCRIPTIVE ANALYTICS : Suggests actions based on data analysis. This helps in anticipating demand, identifying potential disruptions, and planning accordingly.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Log-hub

MAY 22, 2024

In today’s complex and interconnected global economy, managing supply chains has evolved into a sophisticated discipline that requires advanced tools and strategies. PRESCRIPTIVE ANALYTICS : Suggests actions based on data analysis. This helps in anticipating demand, identifying potential disruptions, and planning accordingly.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Suppliers are facing increasing pressure from the buyers of their goods and services to report their environmental, social, and governance data. Increasingly, EcoVadis is becoming known as the go to organization to help corporations accelerate this journey to collect upstream supplier environmental, social, and governance data.

Supply Chain Planning Software 134

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 12, 2023

A unique and visionary strategy adopted by Saudi Arabia with 2030 vision where the country is diversifying the economy away from dependence on oil and gas, Saudi Arabia is investing in industries such as tourism, entertainment, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing to create new sources of revenue.

Manufacturing Procurement 82

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Government Buyer Training 82

IoT World Today

MAY 24, 2021

Organizations need to build supply chain resiliency into their strategies in the face of an increasingly connected world with new attack vectors. These authoritarian governments are well-known for participation in the weaponization of cybersecurity breaches. Supply Chain Becomes Flashpoint for Geopolitical Conflict. Know where data is.

Supply Chain Planning Software 105

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Modeling Software 105

MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Now, it has been announced that over 60 private and public maritime organizations, as well as various governments at the national and regional levels have banded together to make a bold commitment. This past summer, IMO member states adopted a Revised Greenhouse Gas (GHG) strategy with plans to formalize regulations in the near future.

Meeting 78

Meeting Groups Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software 78

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

retailers could be saddled with too much stock for a second straight year, according to a Reuters analysis, jeopardizing retailers’ profit margins and generating steep discounts for shoppers. As the holiday shopping season approaches, major U.S. retailers for Reuters. The pharmacy recently closed a warehouse in Edwardsville, Ill.,

Logistics Network Optimization Software 133

Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 133

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 27, 2021

IFCO , a leading provider of Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) for fresh food packaging, has appointed Iñigo Canalejo as Vice President, ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) as of 1st August 2021. IFCO is strongly committed to its ESG strategy and to making the world’s fresh grocery supply chain sustainable.

Waste Reduction 73

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Design Supply Chains Packaging 73

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 11, 2023

The post-COVID-19 (if we can claim to be post COVID) “new normal” will continue to be defined by new challenges and more importantly by the ability of the supply chain executives to manage disruption and their ability to power organization strategy and growth.

Supply Chain Planning Software 123

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 123

MTS Logistics

JULY 5, 2023

government believes the pressure and factors are there for the IMO to agree to the goals. In 2018, the IMO followed up with the Initial IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions, which was an initial strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping by at least 50% by 2050 compared to 2008 levels.

Maritime 84

Maritime Meeting Government Efficiency 84

Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2023

It’s vital to research the rules governing GSP benefits thoroughly before deciding to shift manufacturing locations. Changes in government policy, such as labor laws or environmental regulations, could directly impact manufacturing operations. This could result in delays, quality control issues, and other operational challenges.

Cost Reduction 52

Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Production 52

Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2023

It’s vital to research the rules governing GSP benefits thoroughly before deciding to shift manufacturing locations. Changes in government policy, such as labor laws or environmental regulations, could directly impact manufacturing operations. This could result in delays, quality control issues, and other operational challenges.

Cost Reduction 52

Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Production 52

Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 13, 2018

A new report assesses the importance of 37 materials to these industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks. One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter.

Sourcing Strategies 87

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Sourcing 87

Conger

MARCH 28, 2024

For this system to work properly, a government body or a business entity must establish clear expectations and set standardized practices. Benefits of Fleet Management Operational Efficiency Businesses can implement numerous strategies to streamline workflows to enhance operational efficiency in fleet management.

Optimization Software 73

Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Expense Reduction Cost Reduction 73

Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Over the last 12 months, many exporters changed their exporting strategy due to trade agreements and policies (32%) as well as political instability (28%). In new analysis this year, the surveyed exporters identified government contracts as an opportunity to explore global growth. trade policies (38%).

Resource Reduction 126

Resource Reduction Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 126

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Your transportation consultant can help develop response strategies to ensure your supply chain continues to operate while the problem is addressed. How To Overcome Supply Chain Disruption.

Supply Chain Planning Software 185

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 185

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Here, Dee Humphries, Managing Director of Equans EV Solutions, highlights some of common challenges businesses are facing when it comes to adopting EV, with the strategy to overcome them – alongside a proven framework for EV adoption. The solution here is to bring in the experts.

Presentation 57

Presentation Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 57

Penske Move Ahead

MAY 20, 2024

It is exciting to see the numerous new partnerships, investments, and innovations that industry and government are forging to put sustainable solutions into the hands of fleets today while laying the groundwork for tomorrow’s ever greater adoption of clean technologies.”

Availability 50

Availability Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction 50

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2023

The ATRI analysis also documents the strategies and implications of the two pathways the federal government can take in response to advancing legalization efforts. Prior to any federal legalization action, the report identifies several protections that must be in place for employers in safety-sensitive industries.

Supply Chain Design 142

Supply Chain Design Supply Chains Scenario Planning Price Reduction 142

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 30, 2022

Fuller is the Founder & CEO of Freightwaves, a media and intelligence platform sharing up-to-the-minute news, commentary, and data analysis on the freight forwarding industry. . His areas of expertise include financial analysis, procurement transportation management, and global trade management. . Craig Fuller. Cassandra Gaines.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 195

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

In a 2015 TED talk, Bill Gates warned about the spread of a potential virus and that organizations and governments were not prepared for it. In 2021 we find governments and organizations now grappling with these predictions and how best to deal with the outcomes of these predictions. Supply chain disruptions.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies 116

Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Supply chains are ‘strangling strategy’, with the movement of commodities so significant an issue that logistics is securitising. [1] It includes all of Defence, other Government agencies, infrastructure, key services, and industry (including the Defence manufacturing sector).” [11]

Military 99

Military Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Operations 99

IoT World Today

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Pinart believes deployment of AI in Nestle’s global supply chain must start with a strategic analysis of the intended outcomes, followed by work to identify real use-cases where AI can be prioritized, deployed and scaled. Finally governance, AI raises concerns on people.

Supply Chain Software 72

Supply Chain Software Modeling Software Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 72

MTS Logistics

MARCH 25, 2024

The terms, conditions, and prices for shipping products in ocean freight containers are governed by these contracts. The season for ocean freight contracts usually starts at the end of the year when shipping lines (carriers) and shippers (businesses that export goods) negotiate shipping contracts for the next year.

Negotiating Skills 78

Negotiating Skills Freight Price Reduction Expense Reduction 78