GlobalTranz

MAY 6, 2015

Reduce Lead Time. Reducing inbound and outbound transportation logistics gets us closer to customer demand which results in reduced reliance on forecasting, increased flexibility, and reduced waste of”overproduction”. Increase Velocity, Throughput and Reduce Variation. Inventory velocity and inventory reduction.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but companies often underestimate its importance and hence pay it less leadership attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

Supply Chain Design Software 111

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

Many studies state that those who can manage the functions with the supply chain, they have a competitive advantage. However, with reduced life cycles, customer-driven innovative products and services have forced supply chains to be flexible and adaptable. Reducing the dependence on a sole supplier is crucial in managing risk.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported that they had a clear overall plan for digital transformation. Fifty-two percent of respondents are working on individual digital projects but lack an overarching strategy that links all these efforts. A Positive Example.

Supply Chain Software 117

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

Let’s begin with a look at why, in general, retailers with multiple sales channels are more likely to experience difficulties in reducing cost-to-serve. Again, these are changes that can add to your cost-to-serve, and, during your transition, you might not have had time to look for ways to reduce expenditure.

Cost Reduction 98

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but is often underestimated in its importance and hence receives less strategic attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

Supply Chain Design Software 99

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

In a SYSPRO-led research study, 29% of businesses stated that their systems lacked responsiveness during the pandemic and that they would be pursuing new business systems to address immediate needs and accelerate digital transformation. Digital transformation: a strategy. You’ve probably travelled a fair way down this road already.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Fast forward 5 years, and ARC’s 2019 base-year study estimated the market at $11.9 The process involves an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s Warehouse Automation & Control Market Research Study.

Supply Chain Software 132

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Regardless of their size, companies are reassessing their global supply chain strategies. By diversifying suppliers across different regions, companies can reduce the impact of localized disruptions. and European companies to reevaluate their supply chain strategies. What are the benefits of supply chain risk diversification?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

While trucks have a smaller carbon footprint/kg/km than air freight, the enormous volume of truck freight explains why reducing the carbon footprint is a priority goal. Add in emissions from fork trucks, yard trucks, 3PLs and there’s almost no way for a shipper to assess, track and reduce their carbon footprint easily.

Waste Reduction 80

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. One of the most powerful tools employed in this endeavor is the ABCD Analysis.

Inventory Reduction 40

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Log-hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Efficient inventory management, layout organization, and operational strategies are key to meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maximizing profits. One of the most powerful tools employed in this endeavor is the ABCD Analysis.

Inventory Reduction 40

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Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Using RFID, companies can triple their order accuracy and reduce chargebacks. Measuring a sample of more than 1 million items from five leading retailers and eight brand owners, the study also found that when RFID was not implemented, 69 percent of orders shipped and received from brands to their retailer partners contained data errors.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

This is an important analysis tool for maintaining a well-run supply chain. Ferguson does 20 to 30 studies a year using this tool. A single study can drive millions in savings while maintaining or even improving service levels. The annual report mentions a variety of different types of training offered by the company.

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WorkWave

JULY 28, 2024

As a result, there is a higher demand for the transportation of medical supplies — including medications, medical materials, sensitive materials, biological materials from the healthcare sector, diagnostic equipment, and laboratory specimens — to cater to the needs of individuals with chronic conditions.

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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.

Inventory Reduction 40

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

ARC Advisory Group’s Global Warehouse Automation Research study is now complete and available for purchase. The research process includes an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s research study.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2019

How Will a Supply Chain Analysis Help You? A timely and periodic analysis will work as a preventive health check-up for your supply chain thus ensuring it continues to operate at an optimum level. A thorough study of the processes will give you insight into the performance of the different aspects of the supply chain.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

In addition to satisfying conscientious consumer demand, eco-friendly efforts can benefit your ecommerce business by reducing waste within your company and improving operational efficiencies. Translation: these ecommerce businesses have operating standards that minimize or reduce negative impact on the planet. We have proof.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

Attended college at Ringling College of Art & Design in Sarasota FL, where I studied illustration. A cold chain is essential because it: Reduces food loss due to spoilage. Precooling reduces spoilage and slows ripening. Refrigerated storage refers to the storing of goods in a reduced temperature atmosphere.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Studies show that 88% of consumers have abandoned online shopping carts due to unsatisfactory delivery terms, and 85% of customers will not shop with a retailer again after a poor delivery experience. Sustainability: Reduce the carbon emissions impact of last-mile operations by adopting green fleets and implementing emissions reporting.

Modeling Software 109

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MTS Logistics

JUNE 26, 2023

When inflation is high, production costs tend to increase, including labor, raw materials, and energy expenses. High inflation erodes the purchasing power of consumers, both domestically and abroad, which can lead to reduced demand for exports. Inflation also influences exchange rates, which in turn affects export competitiveness.

Expense Reduction 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

The pace and scope of supply chain disruption are beyond human cognition, manual analysis, and consumer-grade spreadsheet tools. In a recent study, almost three-quarters (74%) of shippers reported they would switch to 3PL providers based on their AI capabilities. Its value is recognized by shippers as they choose logistics partners.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Alex Pradhan, Product Strategy Leader John Galt Solutions, told me that “all planning vendors have bold marketing around AI.” Since then, virtually every supplier I talked to in the process of updating this year’s Supply Chain Planning Market Analysis Study has said they are investing in this area. But that was pre-COVID.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Large shippers can save millions of dollars annually if they obtain and act on this data. Transportation spending is a perennial target of budget-cutting exercises, and a large, multi-faceted cost center for many companies; some may spend three to six percent of their materials costs on transportation. Invest in Technology.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2021

Greg Toornman – vice president global materials, logistics and demand planning at AGCO – told more of this story in a panel at ARC’s Supply Chain Forum. The premise of the study was interesting. That kid really saved the day during hurricane.” AGCO is an agricultural equipment manufacturer. We never had that before.”

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 15, 2017

While trucks have a smaller carbon footprint/kg/km than air freight, the enormous volume of truck freight explains why reducing the carbon footprint is a priority goal. . Add in emissions from fork trucks, yard trucks, 3PLs and there’s almost no way for a shipper to easily assess, track and reduce their carbon footprint. .

Cost Reduction 48

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

In this Case Study, we’re discussing the successes of the partnership and the tools and methodology that will fuel continued success in Europe and other regions. Investment in finished goods inventory and raw materials How much working capital should be invested in inventory to provide the right amount of flexibility in the supply chain?

Inventory Reduction 58

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2021

Once the analysis was done for Year One set up, Year Two was pretty much the same. Real manufacturing and supply chain parameters, product volumes and specifications, material and product flows, network constrains and financials were captured amongst others criteria to ensure that model behavior would replicate reality correctly.

Supply Chain Design Software 107

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CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

In this Case Study, we’re discussing the successes of the partnership and the tools and methodology that will fuel continued success in Europe and other regions. Investment in finished goods inventory and raw materials How much working capital should be invested in inventory to provide the right amount of flexibility in the supply chain?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 56

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

Before the pandemic, in a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, among those embarking on digitalization initiatives, only 25% of logistics providers in the Fraunhofer IML survey are leveraging digital technologies to think outside the box and reinvent their foundational delivery model. It should also be shared downstream.

Supply Chain Planning Software 113

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Zebra Technologies Corporation today released the findings of its 2023 Global Warehousing Study, which confirmed 58% of warehouse decision-makers plan to deploy radio frequency identification (RFID) technology by 2028 which will help increase inventory visibility and reduce out-of-stocks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 57

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Similarly, a 2021 study from McKinsey showed that just 19% of companies that had adopted Industry 4.0 You always want to have the appropriate amount of raw materials so you can deliver customers’ orders on time. Because any time a machine isn’t running, you’re losing money. Inventory is another huge headache.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 11, 2023

It’s taking semiconductor firms more than twice as long as their peers in other industries to hire personnel such as technicians or mechanical engineers, with the typical process stretching to about three months, according to an analysis of the top 50 chip producers in the US by Revelio Labs, a labor-market data analyst.

Negotiating Skills 97

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Smart chargers reduce energy costs. Here, STILL wants to support its customers with intelligent energy management: New smart chargers are designed to help control charging processes intelligently, distribute the load more evenly and thus reduce the peaks. Concept study: The first circular forklift truck. Maximum availability.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2017

According to a recent study, reports Material Handling and Logistics , only 3 percent of respondents believe their existing technology supports an improved customer-focused logistics experience. In fact, the only way to bring costs down beyond traditional capabilities lies in devising a strategy-based approach to customer service.

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