Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all.

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Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction Price Reduction 77

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 9, 2022

Which vendors are late delivering components to us? Mid-market manufacturers need a tool that’s tailored to their needs. The BI tool needs to be able to easily pull all this data together for analysis. Manufacturers rely on data and their ERP platform to answer critical questions: What are our inventory levels?

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WorkWave

JANUARY 27, 2025

The maintenance and updates are managed by the vendor, reducing operational costs. Access to Best Practices: Vendors often incorporate industry best practices into their solutions, offering tried-and-true methods for data analysis. Conclusion: Build Once or Buy Right?

Optimization Software 69

Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics 69

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

DPPs simplify compliance by consolidating all necessary information in one place, reducing administrative burdens. As the regulatory environment continues to shift, companies that adopt DPP strategies will be better prepared for the future. Environmental Protection Agency focuses on lifecycle analysis and waste management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

We’ll explore a few general solutions offered by leading technology platforms that retailers and logistics providers alike should consider: Carrier Allocation: Optimize cost and reduce risk by expanding partnerships with carriers and delivery service providers, improving capacity and flexibility. Cost is an important consideration as well.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Additionally, software vendors continuously invest in tuning the performance of their algorithms and models. There is limited value to running an outdated process faster, and that value drops considerably when significant portions of the process run outside the enterprise tools.

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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. Rework – due to errors.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

Global trade regulations and conflicts, as well as tariff threats as a political tool, could cut off sources and markets and push your business plan into the red. It’s vital to identify and protect critical vendors and partners that could be unwitting attack vectors. Trade disputes and tariffs.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Some tools may be acquired by competitors, who then incorporate them in a vastly more expensive package. The dilemma here often is: do I take the path of least resistance and upgrade to my current vendor’s costly new package, or do I risk running my business on a legacy solution a bit longer? – Tweet this.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

But advising that visibility vendors should be evaluated based on “how well they align to the company’s existing carrier network” overlooks several other critical factors that should be part of the calculus. Our strategy was to lead with shippers, then onboard their vast networks of carrier, broker and 3PL partners. Data integrity.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 5, 2024

The process involves collecting quantitative and qualitative data concerning vendor-provided goods and services, and analyzing this data for opportunities to improve (or reasons to end) the relationship. Of course, it wouldn’t be a business strategy if there weren’t a couple more acronyms to learn. If so, good on you!

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

If you’re a decision-maker with accountability for your organisation’s entire supply chain, and you’re just starting to think about outsourcing, perhaps to reduce costs or improve service, this post should prove well worth the few minutes it will take you to read it. What Can You Outsource, and What Should You Outsource?

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Outsourcing Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 98

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The second step will be to convert all critical business data produced going forward that requires analysis to be collected going forward. It may seem like a fundamental change, but digitization has enabled the elimination of paper archives as well as countless sheets, folders and files. Digital transformation: a strategy.

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Digital Factories Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 133

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2023

This technology allows businesses to unify their procurement, expense management, invoicing, payments, contract management, and spend analysis processes and reporting. In fact, when Coupa acquired LLamasoft – the leading supply chain design software vendor – back in 2020, the product synergies were not at all clear to me.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Bricz is agnostic to WMS vendors, providing objective insights to its clients from solution design, WMS selection, process and technology mapping, and even warehouse control system and robotics selections. Spinnaker is vendor-agnostic when it comes to implementing SCP solutions. WMS has been a historical centerpiece to the practice.

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Freightos

JUNE 17, 2024

If a company can specialize in core competencies with AI tools, it creates a high barrier for another company to compete against. Third-party platforms reduce these upfront costs by providing access to state-of-the-art AI tools and technologies on a “pay per drink” subscription basis.

Modeling Software 119

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 12, 2023

However, the average company struggles to integrate robots from multiple vendors with their existing systems and processes, as well as divide and orchestrate work across humans and machines. The typical benefits of a WES include an 80% reduction in administrative costs, a 12% increase in units-per-hour, and a 15% improvement in throughput.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

The company uses a network design tool from Coupa. This is an important analysis tool for maintaining a well-run supply chain. Ferguson does 20 to 30 studies a year using this tool. There is, however, training and a maturity model associated with using this sophisticated tool effectively.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2021

While a TMS might seem daunting and expensive, it’s become an essential tool for businesses to be successful. A TMS allows your company to eliminate your manual transportation processes. A TMS can help you view data from internal systems, vendor systems, and get data that may not have been accessible before. Automation.

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Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 126

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Of course this stage of planning can become pretty complex, and it will often pay to seek advice from equipment suppliers or even engage a consulting firm to help you develop your storage strategy. This involves using data and simulation tools to identify areas for improvement and implement changes that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

This is solved through best practices, efficient and proven strategy, proper measurement of your tools and people, and the use of effective technology which doesn't add bloat, but is an enablement tool to provide a tangible Return on Investment in the way of reduced time and costs. . Revise your labor scheduling strategy.

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Material Savings Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 73

WorkWave

JUNE 27, 2024

This blog will delve into the current state of driver availability, its causes, consequences, strategies for mitigating the challenge, and future outlooks and long-term solutions. While essential for safety, these regulations reduce the number of active driving hours, necessitating more drivers to meet delivery demands.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

A Transportation Management System is a vital tool for shipping professionals. Another factor influencing the growth of TMS use is that vendors are starting to target untapped smaller companies. Cloud-based products are cutting down on the time it takes to install and implement a Transportation management System in an effective way.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The supply chain division fulfills 40,000 individual customer orders every day, making sure that 32,000 engineers get the tools, parts and equipment they need to deliver support and services. We have used AIMMS to address questions on depot strategy, for instance. Until recently, BT Supply Chain was an internal cost center.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 23, 2024

And, alongside your internal experts, collaborating with an established supply chain technology vendor offers invaluable expertise in identifying the precise data sets necessary to unlock the potential of AI in your supply chain. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

You’re ordering more stock than you need so you can meet vendor minimum order quantities. We’ll be pleased to assist you in implementing methods to sense customer demand more accurately, enhancing your ability to optimise inventory levels, reduce stock-outs, reduce carrying costs—and ultimately increase profitability.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction eCommerce Inventory Procurement Solutions 98

GoShip Blog

APRIL 11, 2025

They Give You Tools That Let You Breathe You shouldnt need five emails, two phone calls, and a spreadsheet to know where your shipment is. They think like a partner, not a vendor. At GoShip, we believe in clarity, consistency, and giving you the tools (and support) to ship smarter not harder. The difference?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Jackson Wood, director of industry strategy for global trade intelligence at Descartes. I had interesting conversations with Jackson Wood- director of industry strategy for global trade intelligence at Descartes, and Linda McKee – director of solution management for global trade services at SAP. Both are leaders in this market.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 27, 2018

You must know that it’s unwise to depend on only one supplier or vendor. The smart part here is to have a broad network of vendors for the products and services that you will need. Analysis and Improvisation. When you use new strategies in the system, you need to measure their output.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 8, 2021

Capture market data in near-real-time Real-time data represents a valuable tool for logistics managers when planning and adapting routes for the real world. Predictive data analysis allows managers to tweak and adjust route optimization and shipping protocols to accommodate market demands.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 28, 2022

Once companies reduce the number of teams based on tasks being automated, outsource jobs, and fail to provide the resources needed by remaining teams through more training, companies and employees get frustrated under added pressure. I believe they will realize if those findings are correct or not when the market goes back to normal.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2020

By better managing, using, and analyzing your data, an organization can reduce costs, improve margins, generate revenue, and make smarter business decisions. You can also provide system access to your outside supply chain members such as suppliers, carriers, and vendors. Lane Analysis Reports. How does a TMS offer you all this?

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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.

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AIMMS

JULY 15, 2019

While I’d be first to concede that there are some incredible S&OP tools out there (I particularly admire Kinaxis and OM Partners), it’s incredible that we can play on the same pitch with these large COTS vendors so quickly. We feel fortunate that the market is moving towards us in this regard. A focus on Digital Twins .

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WorkWave

MAY 30, 2024

From selecting the right suppliers to fostering strong partnerships, this guide will provide valuable insights and strategies for field service organizations looking to enhance their supplier relationships. It involves effectively collaborating with vendors to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The organization realized that everything they had saved over the last 10 years by contracting with a preferred vendor, they lost in three months when they had to go off contract and find alternative suppliers. If that Tier 2 supplier had a problem, most of their vendors for that product group would be unable to deliver the goods they needed.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 2, 2024

Why manufacturers should consider AI Generative AI (GenAI) and Machine Learning tools are being added to ERP solutions at a rapid pace, bringing new levels of automation and efficiency to business processes across the manufacturing enterprise. The other emerging area around AI in ERP focuses on trend analysis and forecasting.

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