Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

Strategic moves like bulk buying, closer supplier partnerships, and syncing procurement with supply chain planning can tighten inventory, cut waste, and free up cash. A Fortune 500 retailer, for instance, reduced its procurement cycle time by 30% by leveraging an AI-driven tool to analyze supplier data efficiently.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2024

In this blog, I will explore the use of AI/ML inventory planning for fresh products to optimize sales while minimizing waste and stockouts. The trade-off between waste and lost sales is a critical consideration in inventory management and replenishment for perishable products.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 19, 2022

Businesses are continuously trying to find ways to maximize productivity and reduce waste to remain competitive in the global marketplace. Lean manufacturing is a production process that is based on maximizing productivity while simultaneously minimizing waste within the manufacturing operation. What is lean manufacturing?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 13, 2025

Turning food and beverage challenges into opportunity For food and beverage manufacturers, success comes down to getting the right food products to the right place at the right time, all while reducing waste and despite wafer-thin margins.

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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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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 8, 2025

AI can help manufacturing ERP systems in optimizing the use of materials and resources, reducing waste and lowering costs. AI integrated with tools like ERP can provide more personalized experiences by analyzing user roles, past data interactions and common workflows. Select the right tool.

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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.

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Parade

JANUARY 7, 2022

How Parade is Helping Brokerages Never Waste a Quote Again Rolled out just last week, Parade has a new feature that allows customers to capitalize on past quotes that they didn’t use for whatever reason to find new capacity and open the door to building relationships with new carriers. They’re tossed aside and never thought about again.

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Parade

JANUARY 7, 2022

How Parade is Helping Brokerages Never Waste a Quote Again Rolled out just last week, Parade has a new feature that allows customers to capitalize on past quotes that they didn’t use for whatever reason to find new capacity and open the door to building relationships with new carriers. They’re tossed aside and never thought about again.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post was written in collaboration with , OpenEnvoy , a leading automated invoice reconciliation tool. Digitize Invoicing to Eliminate Errors and Guard Cash Flow.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Distribution Networks 75

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2024

In this blog, I will discuss the use of AI/ML demand planning for fresh products to help maximize sales and reduce waste. Another example of data normalization is accounting for lost sales due to stockouts or waste of perishable products due to overstocking of inventory.

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WorkWave

MARCH 20, 2023

One of the key factors in achieving this is having the right pet grooming tools. In this blog, we’ll discuss the best pet grooming tools recommended by professionals that can help you offer exceptional grooming services to your client’s pets. Pet Waste Disposal Tools 10. Pet Brushes 7. Undercoat Rake 8.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

What This Blog Is About: Shipper’s top concerns for their supply chain. As businesses set specific climate goals, they will naturally lean on their transportation providers to minimize waste. To read the entire blog visit BlueGrace Logistics. Consumer buying behavior has tightened capacity in all modes of transportation.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Discrete manufacturing ERP software provides an integrated solution with the tools to help discrete manufacturers plan, execute and control production. They also need tools to record and track new and modified components and process changes, how changes affect costs, and control over routings and approval processes.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 23, 2023

From inventory optimization to real-time scheduling to machine integration on the shop floor, manufacturers are seeing a measurable reduction in stock on hand, rework, and material waste. Constraint-based planning solutions that manage material, equipment, tools and resources are becoming the norm.

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Locus

JANUARY 22, 2025

Demand Forecasting Overview Accurate demand forecasting is key to reducing wasted resources and cutting last-mile delivery costs. Similarly, Bettermiles coordination tools streamline driver-recipient communication, saving both time and money. By 2025, AI isnt just a nice-to-have tool; its essential for staying competitive.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 13, 2025

Better decisions with AI AI can make manufacturers smarter and more adaptive by: analyzing data from machinery to predict and prevent breakdowns, reducing downtime and maintenance costs; automating planning and optimizing supply chain processes; monitoring processes and adjusting them in real-time, maximizing productivity and reducing waste.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 22, 2023

Re-use waste – recover waste for reuse and recycling into other products. How can your ERP help with a sustainability program An ERP system has several tools that support sustainability. Managing by-products Managing by-products opens the opportunity to reuse materials in the production process and reduces waste.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And that all begins with deploying advanced freight management analytical resources and tools that actively work to lower all risks, ranging from detention through final mile management. In this critical moment, the idea of freight foresight and prediction takes hold within shipping tools. New ways must be adopted.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. Low-code/no-code (LCNC) tools are designed to make it relatively easy for non-technical people to design, build, and launch applications quickly. What does the smart factory mean for business?

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Moving past waste, water, and C02 reduction, they have begun searching for renewable energy sources, different forms of packaging, and increased efficiency overall. Dubbed YAFO, the modeling tool also helps users understand how forests will adapt to a changing climate, drawing on data from multiple European countries. .

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2015

Through our blog, we extend this mission by providing information, such as today’s subject, safety in manufacturing, so that our shippers and even those who are not our shippers can have great information to improve their business and continue cutting out costly waste. Do not bypass machine safety guards, shields or switches.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 4, 2021

Domestic transportation networks can better collaborate load capacity to reduce wasted miles and space. Consider the value of system visibility and resource use made by Supply & Demand Chain Executive, “It’s an intelligence tool. Ocean freight managers will be able to easily calculate expenses vs profits to secure the best loads.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

In this blog we will envision the factory of the future and how it will change and improve the factory structure and processes. Low-code/no-code (LCNC) tools are designed to make it relatively easy for non-technical people to design, build, and launch applications quickly. What does the smart factory mean for business?

Factories 98

Factories Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 98

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Manufacturing resources need to be deployed, coordinated and managed in such a way that they help the company do what it wants to do without wasting resources. This technology enables organizations to analyze and generate accurate schedules that take resources and constraints into account, including people, machines, tooling, and materials.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 8, 2021

In this blog, we will focus primarily on OEM auto parts. . Mechanical auto parts (transmissions, engine blocks, batteries, brakes, entertainment systems, and safety tools) . There is no need to waste your time looking for freight carriers. . Some of the most in-demand industries for OEM parts include: . Auto parts .

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 10, 2022

Managers should be able to analyze the costs of customized orders to identify where improvements can be made in labor hours worked, and other areas where costs can be lowered, such as reducing waste. By using business analytics tools in the forecasting process, the quality of forecasts can be assessed and trends analyzed.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 2, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is a guest blog post from end-to- end global supply chain services company, Flash Global. You can now see where items are, check the status of shipments, and so much more making this a crucial tool for those that want a hands on look at their supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

Manufacturers need to focus on their core in order to stay competitive, and technological tools, such as our Cerasis Rater, a transportation management system , allow for streamlined process in managing transportation, giving back precious time, money, and focus to our manufacturing customers. Go All-in for Online Technologies.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 2, 2024

This blog discusses how manufacturers can start making AI a reality. Recommendation tools: help workers identify the best methods for tasks, e.g. creating maintenance instructions. The post AI in manufacturing appeared first on SYSPRO Blog. How does AI work?

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

Freight technology advancements, such as carrier-managed scheduling and seeing total market activity for a given area, will reduce waste by ensuring truckers spend less time loading and unloading trucks. Decreasing time wasted while idling and waiting will significantly boost productivity and profits; it amounts to more paid drive time.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 26, 2021

Embracing this new approach through a unified logistics technology stack will help streamline many daily processes and cut back on wasted resources. Such problems include: Enterprises waste time by logging in and out of multiple platforms to share or record real-time data. According to The Enterprisers Project , “RPA is a form of?business

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Traditional manufacturing favored long production runs of the same product because retooling machines to produce different products could cost time and resources, and waste capacity. Flexible manufacturing reduces waste because what is produced is what is ordered.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Blog More Resources Home It’s Not About Chatbots: Getting Real on AI Usage In Real Life Logistics (AI Popup #5) AI Popup #5 September 17, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More It’s so hard to talk about AI without sounding pretentious or annoying. People are implementing AI for its own sake.

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Ottawa Logistics

APRIL 8, 2025

These areas are equipped with the necessary tools and staffed by trained associates to ensure proper care. Designated Areas for Special Handling Items: Specific zones are allocated for items requiring special handling, such as fragile products or hazardous materials.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In a SYSPRO-led research study 37% of businesses agreed that their business systems lacked those basic planning tools that could adjust to day-to-day changes in the environment. The post Top 3 challenges facing manufacturers and how to overcome them appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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