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. Theyre feeling the heat most, as sudden trade policy curveballs throw procurement plans into chaos. Companies leaning heavily on global sourcing?

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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? After all, data is the foundation of digital transformation, and according to McKinsey the pandemic caused companies to accelerate their digital transformation plans by three to four years.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

Editor’s Note: This blog post is from SupplyChainOpz. We found it as a great summation of all the things companies must consider when mastering their supply chain. Many studies state that those who can manage the functions with the supply chain, they have a competitive advantage. 2) Connected supply chains.

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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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EazyStock

JANUARY 27, 2021

2021 Supply Chain and Inventory Management Trends for the US. Here we are, one year later, trying to determine the 2021 supply chain and inventory management trends to adopt. Resiliency is now the name of the game for supply chains. Cloud-based Technology. Automation. Focus on eCommerce.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 23, 2017

Call it a cop-out if you like, but seriously, predicting which logistics and supply chain trends will make a difference to businesses in any given year has become notoriously difficult, given the speed at which technology in particular can suddenly disrupt the way things are done.

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ECW

MARCH 5, 2025

Keeping perishable goods freshfrom farm to fork or lab to patienthinges on a well-oiled temperature-controlled logistics system, making it a lifeline for industries like food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. Technology & Monitoring: Real-time tracking using IoT sensors ensures temperature consistency throughout transit.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

And how does technology change the way products are shipped? You’ve come to the right place if you’ve been wondering how to integrate modern technology into your business and what tools you’ll need. Automation in logistics is like putting technology to do the heavy lifting, reducing errors and saving time.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

What’s on the horizon for supply chain professionals? Here are three trends to consider. . Microsoft also announced they plan to be carbon-negative by 2030. . Many are relying on advanced analytics to optimize their supply chain for sustainability. This promises to be a very eventful year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

Recent statistics have revealed a surge in sales across the United States , indicating a growing trend that has caught the attention of both consumers and retailers alike. The tart cherry juice mocktail represents just one of the many trends started by social media accounts on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

It’s taking a profound humanitarian and economic toll , impacting supply cha ins in many ways. Our team put several resources together to help supply chain organizations navigate through this crisis safely. . Study 2: Inspect Demand Trends . Using Demand Forecasting Navigator to Study Demand Trends.

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EazyStock

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Intro to 2020 Supply Chain Management Trends. Throughout the last decade, the main trends were digitization and globalization. Supply chains have lengthened and extended across borders, bringing a whole new host of opportunities and challenges. 2020 supply chain management trends will further these shifts.

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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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CLX Logistics

APRIL 22, 2024

How to Elevate Your Logistics Operations with AI & ML Technology Global supply chain organizations are embracing digitization to propel their supply chain planning to new heights. What is Supply Chain Planning? Data informs transportation capacity and rates.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

It can be a direct reflection of current market trends, as many publicly traded companies operate within the global supply chain. In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 30, 2023

As we move into a new year, we look forward to how ERP software will innovate for companies to capture benefits across their value chain. These advances will be seen not only in transformational digital technologies, but also in solutions for new ways of working, business decision-making, and automation of manual, routine workloads.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The freight shipping industry is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and shifting trade dynamics. As we approach 2025 and beyond, several key trends are shaping the future of freight shipping. Companies like GoShip are leveraging AI technology to improve freight matching and reduce inefficiencies.

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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. must comply with SOX.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Before COVID, new technologies in manufacturing took years, sometimes decades, to become fully accepted. As manufacturers invest in new technology equipment, it is going to enable smarter manufacturing. The common themes around manufacturing trends point to these changes. The manufacturing platform. The digital factory.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Now more than ever, organizations must prepare their supply chain for the present and the unknown challenges and opportunities in the future. Integrating external factors like consumer price indexes, GDP trends, climate change, and others into the forecast can improve signaling for supply chain design.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed many risks and uncertainties in supply chain networks. Materials shortages , demand fluctuations and plan t closures have led many organizations to revisit their supplier relationships, as well as distribution and production locations. Read on for common use cases. . Stay tuned! .

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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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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

2021 will be remembered as an unprecedented year of supply chain disruption and market volatility creating a host of challenges for shippers and carriers alike. New Survey Highlights Confidence in Supply Chain Operations Despite Challenges. 7 Tips For Building Supply Chain Resiliency.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

A year before, in 2014, a Harvard Business Review article pointed out that supply chains were becoming increasingly global and complex and consequently more at risk than before. Supply chain disruptions. Until recently, supply chains and other business functions focused on efficiency and cost.

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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:?

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Those that also leverage scenarios in IBP are even better prepared to deal with the supply chain shocks caused by COVID-19. Our first webinar with Oliver Wight discussed common people, process and technology pitfalls that hinder IBP initiatives. Let’s explore them briefly in this blog post.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 29, 2023

Supply chain is one of the areas that was thrown into disarray by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic as consumer markets were battered by surges, cancellations, and surprises. Organisations realised that the tools they relied on were no longer sufficient to facilitate the increased complexity of the demand planning process.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 16, 2023

When it comes to your business’s supply chain , it can be tempting to stick with what works. However, some manual supply chain processes are not only outdated, but also inefficient and even detrimental to your business. Below are some of the key benefits of an efficient and effective ERP system.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2023

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. Read more The post [Editor’s Pick] Supply Chain Planning: What Would Don Draper Do?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Supply chain issues brought on by the pandemic have been particularly challenging for any industry and sector. Control of these three subsidiaries is intended to create a stable supply of inputs and ensure consistent quality in their final products.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Manufacturers and distributors want to dramatically increase their efficiency, productivity and accuracy through smart technologies, data analytics and connected services. What would they be changing without a thorough understanding of the new business landscape and the new technologies that are available and where they would best be used?

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CLX Logistics

MAY 14, 2024

Logistics and supply chain management firms strive to achieve operational excellence in any industry while juggling dynamic economic and logistic changes. Discover how these crucial factors work together to optimize supply chain management. What is Supply Chain Visibility?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In our recent GlobalTranz 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook white paper, our experts review some of the factors that will shape logistics in the coming year and beyond. It covers macro trends in the LTL, Truckload and Managed Transportation Service sectors and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2021

The pandemic highlighted the complexities of the modern supply chain and the need for companies to engage with a 3PL provider to succeed. Companies of all sizes engage with 3PLs and 4PLs to ensure access to technology, capacity and strategic insights. Technology. Supply Chain Solutions. 3PL vs. 4PL.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

The pandemic has placed unprecedented pressure on manufacturing companies, which have been forced to adapt to supply chain interruptions, market shifts and labor shortages. IoT sensors in the supply chain and robotics in factories are fluently available. What does the smart factory mean for business?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 17, 2023

BI is a powerful tool that can help companies drive informed decisions, improve their planning processes, and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace. In this blog post, we will explore how manufacturers can leverage this technology to achieve data-driven success. The benefits of this integration are clear.

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