Forto

MARCH 1, 2021

Oh no, not another tech blog! On the day we launched this blog in March 2021, the internet had more than 600 million blog posts! Even if you discount the blogs that are not of interest (to me), irrelevant, or simply poorly written, you’d still need several lifetimes to read those blogs. Who is this blog for?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

This oft used adage is shaping the collaborative supply chain management: “The enemy of my enemy is my friend.” Let's take a closer look at how collaborative supply chain management is continuing to become a key factor in efficiency through three totems. Ironically in the supply chain, this saying remains true.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Along with Digital Transformation, leveraging AI/ML, autonomous decision-making, and going for Ecosystem collaboration, “Composability” is another central theme to make the supply chain planning more agile. In this blog, I’ll try to shed more light on it with examples from our work with our customers. So what to do?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 18, 2022

This enables organizations with the control and competitive advantage, for example, to respond to supply chain issues like adjusting the prices as per the demand or expand the margins for a high demand product with a limited supply. . Collaboration for transparency and profitability .

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Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

Ian Arroyo April 29, 2025 Blog As Freightos’ Chief Strategy Officer, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how the logistics industry has transformed since COVID-19 disrupted supply chains worldwide. Similarly, our Freightos Air Index (FAX) offers the same level of insight for air cargo rates.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In our previous blog, we explored how matrices enhance supply chain efficiency, from inventory management to logistics. For better context, be sure to check out “Understanding Matrices in Supply Chain” before diving into this blog. Now, were taking it a step further. Read More In case you missed it!

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GlobalTranz

MAY 17, 2016

Logistics providers must leverage the power of inter-management and team collaboration to continue growth in an industry that’s under a great deal of stress. Analytics start the conversation as to how a TMS improves team collaboration in an organization. Overcoming these difficulties seems impossible, but there is a solution.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

As industries evolve the distance between the worker and the job has grown, for example back in the day the worker had one tool between them and the task. For example, chatbots are now able to enhance human abilities, using AI to serve as an advisor or support to help maintain efficiencies within the organization.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2024

For example, items such as perishable foods, chemicals, and electronics can suffer irreversible damage if exposed to sub-freezing conditions. Businesses must take these factors into account to ensure the continued efficiency and cost-effectiveness of their supply chains.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

For example, a refrigerator manufacturer can attach an IoT sensor to each of the appliances to monitor up-time and the products temperature. Forming data partnerships and collaboration has the potential to transform value in the manufacturing industry. Data can also enable cross-sector collaboration. Get onboard with eCommerce.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

What This Blog Is About: How to build a mutually beneficial relationship based on trust & credibility with your suppliers. The importance of setting the tone of the relationship and being an example of what you expect. Set The Tone Of The Relationship, Be The Example. 5 Tips To Improve Supplier Management.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friends at Camcode. In this blog, Camcode discusses how collaboration provides supply chain disruption to impact the future of logistics management. One of the key factors in digital supply chain disruption is enhanced collaboration.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 5, 2023

In this blog post we will explore the benefits of centralized analytics within your ERP software. For example, manufacturers can use embedded analytics to track the flow of goods to suppliers or customers. The post Four benefits of centralized analytics within your ERP system appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 22, 2022

Facing these challenges only 12% of businesses had systems that provided external collaboration support and 18% had systems that assisted in product design and order configuration. For example, a custom manufacturer may need a metal fabrication supplier to take on a design-to-order project.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For example, start at the sourcing process to find, all else being equal, more sustainable suppliers, women-owned, or have characteristics that support compliance. Designing vehicle routes that explicitly optimize transportation routes with carbon footprint considerations is another example. Nari Viswanathan is currently Sr.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Domestic transportation networks can better collaborate load capacity to reduce wasted miles and space. Promote collaboration within the network. Ocean freight managers will be able to easily calculate expenses vs profits to secure the best loads. . Freight load managers can more easily see and predict shifts in profits and expenses.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Here are examples of the tangible return-on-investment (ROI) ERP can bring to your business: Maintain competitive advantage with ERP. According to 2021 G2 ERP Statistics 95% of businesses achieve major improvements after using ERP through reducing process times, increasing collaboration, and centralizing enterprise data.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 4, 2022

An example of such technology is seen as a cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution. Collaboration and accessibility for improved efficiency and productivity. Considering the benefits there is return-on-investment on implementing Cloud within your organization to collaborate and compete on a global level.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Mercy Ships’ blog states that “Over the next 50 years, it is estimated that more than 150,000 lives will be changed onboard the Global Mercy through surgery alone, and countless more lives will be impacted through the ship’s medical training and infrastructure programs. ” Non-government hospital ship MV Africa Mercy.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 12, 2022

As supply chain disruptions continue the procurement function should adapt to improve transparency, build collaborative relationships, and ensure sustainable sourcing practices, resulting in a stronger, more resilient supply chain with Cloud ERP for manufacturing. Connecting the supply chain with Cloud ERP for tracking and traceability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 26, 2024

A blog from Atlassian explains that “until about 2013, companies usually built enterprise software by constructing applications as single units with large codebases, a monolithic architecture. Blue Yonder, for example, has created a microservice for transportation optimization. Much of that investment is at the platform level.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 17, 2022

Our latest research survey shows that 70% of manufacturing and distribution businesses experienced supply chain disruptions and 60% of businesses were unable to engage and collaborate with customers and suppliers in real-time. Cloud ERP is a foundational digital technology investment manufacturers and distributors should consider.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 14, 2022

To enable SEA manufacturers and distributors, governments are implementing policies, collaborating regionally, and leveraging the potential of Industry 4.0. Policies to promote regional collaboration. Governments across Southeast Asia have implemented several policies to encourage intra-ASEAN collaboration and improved production.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In this blog post, I describe the different paths these modes took and where things stand at the close of 2023. It is indeed “A Tale of Two Modes,” each with its own story, pace, successes, and snags.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

View all Infosys blogs. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. « Utility of iPads on Shop Floor | Main | Making Cash on Delivery attractive to E-Retailers » Supply Chain Collaboration and Social Media. Procurement Blog.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 23, 2015

Editor’s Note: This post is a continuation of an ongoing collaborative blog series with Spendrix, a company who was made for procurement teams of all sizes and we currently serve customers in Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Construction, Logistics, and the Food & Beverage industries.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 21, 2022

There are many causes, for example, container ships from Asia are now too large to traverse the Panama Canal (20 years ago they were not), so they offload on the West Coast of the United States and are compelled to truck all goods to the East Coast. The focus has been on internal efficiencies over external collaboration.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2015

One example of how the IIoT might also pave the way for increased safety can be seen in the video below: Wearables such as Google Glass could lead to not only improved efficiency, but to increased material handling as well. Talent Investment.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Walmarts announcement of the test service in a blog post from its chief operating office, Michael Bender, had two items of note for 3PLs. Cloud computing itself is a prime example. This trend represents a fundamental shift from traditional asset-heavy models to more flexible, collaborative approaches.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

For example, less-than-truckload shipping requires 12 linear feet and pallets ranging from one to six, with a maximum of 10 pallets per truck. By collaborating with LTL freight, these firms can not only improve their bottom line but also obtain the flexibility they require during freight transportation. How to optimize LTL shipping?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Then increased collaboration with suppliers and customers is critical to make these relationships work effectively for the whole supply chain – remember you are not their only customer in trouble when disruption hits. appeared first on SYSPRO Blog. Effectively managing safety stocks between manufacturer and supplier.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

To achieve these goals, corporate leadership must focus on two key areas: shift from internally focused supply chains to collaborative supply networks and actively design their supply chains. The bullwhip effect is one example of this disruptive effect, when small changes in demand cause huge demand spikes downstream.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2021

For example, GlobalTranz’s Cost Prediction Model provides intelligence on pricing and market trends via a live dashboard. Collaborate With Customers and Suppliers. Cloud-based collaboration tools connect suppliers and service providers for faster, more efficient shared processes, regardless of the time zone where the work occurs.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 26, 2015

Editor's Note : In this guest blog post from Adams Nager, of ITIF (Information Technology & Innovation Foundation) , he stresses the importance of fostering innovation and spurring competitiveness of American Manufacturing by focusing on more R&D from both the public and private sectors.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 30, 2017

For example, a customer is a shoe store may purchase shoes, but if offered a new brand of socks, he or she refuses. While this example is a bit extreme, it highlights how a longer buying cycle can translate into insights for manufacturers. More importantly, it gives manufacturers a chance to find out more about what the customer wants.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 1, 2022

For example, in a bakery business, using the right tool with the BOM, the overall capacity of the oven and fridges could be monitored, and improvements as to how best to use ability could be suggested to reduce electricity costs, capacity constraints and workforce. First, keeping track of the production process is very beneficial.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For example, the longer it takes to complete specific process cycles in the supply chain, the more resources are required to execute those cycles. For example, ocean freight is often the only option for moving large shipments (container loads) of goods internationally. Why is lead time important?

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