Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Supply chain resiliency and sustainability are top priorities for CEOs today. 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.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

We often get asked what kind of return on investment you should expect to see when using our network design technology. Justifying the investment: AIMMS Network Design ROI. The first hurdle to overcome is to justify the time investment and the cost of the software subscription. appeared first on AIMMS SC Blog.

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AIMMS

JUNE 25, 2019

You have tough decisions to make about your supply chain network design. About 38% of supply chain professionals say it takes weeks and 18% say it takes months to get the answers they need. What are the top 5 barriers to supply chain network design adoption? .

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 9, 2022

Manufacturers rely on data and their ERP platform to answer critical questions: What are our inventory levels? But Snowflake is designed with large enterprises in mind. 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.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

When it comes to network design, you can’t just set it and forget it anymore. Today’s successful supply chain networks are adaptable. But network design as a discipline is complex and most organizations struggle to answer network design questions or test hypotheses in weeks. Technology is part of the problem.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 11, 2015

Technology is nothing. What’s important is that you have a faith in people, that they’re basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they’ll do wonderful things with them. As supply chains expands, they become harder and harder to control. This tool is so good, it was acquired by LinkedIn.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

It can be incredibly frustrating when the software you use to run your supply chain will become unsupported. Some tools may be acquired by competitors, who then incorporate them in a vastly more expensive package. Attempting to run your supply chain on unsupported software is like walking a tightrope without a net.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Supply chain leaders are enthralled with the idea of using big data, but they tend to fail to understand how to disseminate big data in their organization properly. True, they may know how to roll out big data in a single warehouse, or they may have heard their competitors used branded systems for implementing this new technology.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The virus continues to compromise supply chains and disrupt companies at a troubling rate, but a re businesses prepared from a supply chain planning perspective? . The era of globalization has enabled supply chains to be broader and more connected. First reaction s to the outbreak . questions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

As a supply chain executive, picture beginning your day with a cup of coffee when a news alert notifies you of newly imposed tariffs affecting your primary suppliers in China. An automotive company I collaborated with conducted detailed modeling of potential tariff impacts on semiconductor supply chains.

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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. This post dives into advanced applications of matrices, showing how AI, machine learning, and automation are transforming supply chains. Now, were taking it a step further. In case you missed it!

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

No-code and low-code tools, also known as application designers, empower non developer end users to build applications and rapidly solve for immediate needs. Although not a new concept, the technology has been slow to penetrate manufacturing in part due to the age and size of the systems in use for managing these processes.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 21, 2025

Matrices are powerful mathematical tools that play a crucial role in supply chain management. In this blog, we’ll explore how they are used in various aspects of the supply chain, including transportation, inventory management, demand forecasting, and network optimization.

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Parade

MARCH 7, 2022

We love to shine a spotlight on transportation and logistics companies that are making waves with new technology, bringing the supply chain into the future, and helping companies meet their goals. What Makes Tai TMS Different from Legacy TMS systems? Their software is designed with freight brokers in mind.

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Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

April 23, 2025 Blog Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of Freightos Enterprise our comprehensive solution designed specifically for large enterprises that import and export, who need to bring control, visibility, and efficiency to their global logistics operations.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the ecommerce landscape, offering businesses powerful tools to enhance operations, personalize the customer experience, and drive growth. This blog post will explore practical applications of AI in ecommerce and provide strategies for leveraging this technology to your advantage.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 8, 2025

Manufacturers have adopted innovative solutions and technologies to deal with these issues. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in manufacturing ERP have recently added a new realm of technology that can address the complex operations found in manufacturing. What is AI and ML?

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ECW

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

From oversized machinery to delicate pharmaceuticals, the ports infrastructure is designed to address a diverse range of requirements. Advanced terminal layouts and precision handling systems make it ideal for industries with unique logistical needs.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

Our team put several resources together to help supply chain organizations navigate through this crisis safely. . The next 2-4 weeks are critical to understand the exposure throughout your value chain, take actions to address anticipated shortages , and ensure resource requirements to restart. Evaluate different scenarios .

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields. What Is SOC Compliance?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 16, 2022

One such decision might be to implement a new ERP system or even upgrade your existing one and investigate what value it will offer. Technology is ever-evolving, and companies need to stay on top of these changes. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are designed to simplify business operations and remove complexities.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Interview with Lora Cecere, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Insights and Author of Supply Chain Metrics that Matter ( published December 2014 ). Lora Cecere is the founder and CEO of the research firm Supply Chain Insights. She also writes a blog for Forbes and is a LinkedIn Influencer.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2014

By Ben Cubitt, Senior Vice President of Consulting and Engineering and Cindy Bosecker, Director of Procurement, Transplace There are three critical phases or elements of a truckload bid event – the upfront development of bid strategy, the execution of the bid, and the use of scenario management tools to drive final bid assignments.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Some of the largest enterprises are still using old and obsolete methods and platforms. Embracing a new and improved interoperability-driven approach that applies advanced logistics technology helps freight management parties realize improved profit margins. Old-school platforms and methods end up being slow, cumbersome and unreliable.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

We encourage our audience to visit The Catavolt Blog for more relevant posts about mobility in manufacturing for best practices, tips, and great industry insights. However, mobile technology is not new to the transportation world. For mobile technology and transport, the theoretical tipping point is in our rearview mirror.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 30, 2019

Part I in our series on assessing your network design’s maturity . How does you r network design compare to others ? It’s great to see the enthusiasm for this interactive tool. . Only about 22% use network design software and 18% use network design software with embedded analytics among this group. .

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Parade

JANUARY 4, 2022

Here’s why you should be investing in technology that helps you snag up top-notch recruits. In the supply chain, companies often use the lure of , valuable technology to bring in new customers. It also provides recruits with the opportunity to learn a new system, new skills that may help their career down the road.

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Parade

JANUARY 4, 2022

Here’s why you should be investing in technology that helps you snag up top-notch recruits. In the supply chain, companies often use the lure of , valuable technology to bring in new customers. It also provides recruits with the opportunity to learn a new system, new skills that may help their career down the road.

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AIMMS

JULY 19, 2017

The list includes the best of our blog and news items, our latest webinars and most recent case studies. Looking for a software provider for Business Analytics, S&OP, Inventory Optimization, Production Planning & Scheduling or SC Network Design? Chris Gordon, AIMMS VP North America, discusses this on our blog.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 22, 2023

Due to increasing pressure from various stakeholders, many companies are turning their focus to ensuring that their supply chains are sustainable. What is a sustainable supply chain? Product design – use of appropriate materials; design the product for extended future use.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2021

Shortages of products from toilet paper to microchips during the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the value of supply chain resiliency, and the opportunities for companies that aren’t as prepared as they would like. By contrast, supply chains that are too lean may not have enough flexibility and redundancy to survive unscathed.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

It has also emphasized how fragile supply chains really are. How do you ensure delivery if once reliable supply chains break? It may be difficult to decide how to spend a limited budget on new digital technology. How ERP can support the value chain. The new normal for manufacturers.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 13, 2025

Advances in automation, sensors, analytics, and other technologies have made significant changes in manufacturing. A modern manufacturing ERP system will make use of these technologies so that their benefits can be realized. An ERP system enables performance in areas that are key to manufacturing success.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Ask manufacturing leaders what changes they plan to make in the next three years in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, and they will likely say their use of technology will deepen as more and more players in their supply chains come to rely on digital connections for daily interactions. Legacy systems:? Talent gaps: ?

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Behind the scenes, BT Supply Chain has been the backbone of the company’s operations for 30 years, making sure customers get the best experience. 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.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Load capacity limits play a crucial part in a supply chain network organization, logistics metrics management, and procurement in the shipping industry. Freight management parties need to understand why procurement falters without technology and how technology can boost sourcing across all industries.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Today, customer centricity for an organisation in today’s marketplace, you must place “the customer” at the core of your business and build products and services that are designed to suit the specific needs of customers. Customer centricity remains key to manufacturing for blog. Using technology to build customer centricity.

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