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Logistics KPIs Case Study: Whirlpool’s Supply Chain and Logistics Success Driven by Effective KPI Implementation

GlobalTranz

We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. We hope the following case study shows you the proverbial proof in the pudding of effective Logistics KPIs management. .

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7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management

Logistics Bureau

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. One of the world’s largest manufacturers of computer chips, Intel needs little introduction. Sunsweet Growers.

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Why Fixed-Rate Contracts Can Be a Risky Bet for Ocean Freight Importers

Dedola Global Logistics

Case Study: The High Cost of Fixed-Rate Contracts. Partner with a Trusted Freight Forwarder : Dedola Global Logistics offers expertise, robust tracking, and a consultative service approach for reliable transport. Perishable Items: Spoilage and inventory loss can occur, harming revenue and reputation.

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3 Ways to Benchmark to Boost Supply Chain Performance

Logistics Bureau

If you’ve never done a benchmarking exercise before, read on. If, for example, you are concerned about the pick rates in your warehouse, or your transport costs, or your inventory accuracy, benchmarking can help you because it can show you exactly where your performance is compared to others in your industry. Informal Benchmarking.

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Where Does Supply Chain Design End and Planning Begin? (Takeaways from LLamasoft’s SummerCon 2017 Conference)

Talking Logistics

The first one arrived a few years ago when a growing number of companies started treating supply chain design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise. Overall, the sessions were all very insightful and informative.

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Cost to Serve Analysis—And the Costs of Neglecting It

Logistics Bureau

Lengthy lead times and high transportation costs can increase the cost to serve for some customers and products while staying hidden amid the bigger picture. View case study Learn more about cost-to-serve benefits. View case study Learn more about cost-to-serve benefits.

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No Supply Chain Strategy? Here’s How to Develop One

Logistics Bureau

The added benefit of working with such a partner is that because they collect performance data from hundreds of companies, they can help you choose the most appropriate key performance indicators to use in your benchmarking exercise. Transportation management systems (TMS). Warehouse management systems (WMS). Forecasting systems.