Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 3, 2025

In the fast-evolving pharmaceutical industry, Vertex Pharmaceuticals stands out not only for its scientific breakthroughs but also for its human-centric approach to digital transformation. The digitization of supply chain operations has become a competitive advantage for Vertex. However, technology was only part of the story.

Supply Chain Software 91

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Optimization Software Digital 91

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

The global trade compliance market is one crazy market. The market grew by double digits year over year, yet there is no standard user and consequently there is no common understanding of what the end-to-end global trade compliance process should be. At SAP their solution is developed by their governance risk and compliance team.

Compliance 97

Compliance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 97

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Patagonia serves as an excellent example of this approach, incorporating recycled materials into its products and offering repair services to minimize waste while maintaining a strong brand commitment to sustainability. Collaboration has also emerged as a key enabler of economic sustainability.

Supply Chain Design Software 121

Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 121

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For stakeholders navigating this environment, understanding key industry drivers, challenges, and future trends is critical for crafting effective strategies. Industry Drivers of M&A Activity Sustainability and Electrification The global commitment to achieving net-zero emissions is reshaping investment priorities across industries.

Cost Reduction 81

Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 81

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

For example, with a data gateway, a supply planner gains accelerated access to customer orders, inventory levels, and transportation schedules, all in one place, to increase the user experience of making the right choice to identify inefficiencies and make better, more informed decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 108

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 108

3PL Links

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

For example, a mid-sized e-commerce company that partnered with a 3PL was able to reduce its shipping costs by 25% thanks to the provider’s bulk shipping agreements. For instance, a notable example is a retail chain that adopted a 3PL’s advanced tracking technology.

Outsourcing 62

Outsourcing Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 62

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2024

With the official departure from the European Union on 31st January 2020, followed by subsequent negotiations and agreements, the impacts continue to reverberate throughout the industry, raising questions about its future trajectory. This includes the likes of shipment tendering, visibility, and invoicing.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Industry Cost Reduction 100

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

All industries have their unique aspects which is why it is so important to select an ERP system that caters to your business’s specific challenges. As recent events have shown, the automotive industry is vulnerable to supply chain disruptions, such as shortages of components or delays in delivery.

ERP 98

ERP Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement 98

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The automotive industry is in a perpetual state of change. The automotive industry sets some of the highest quality standards in manufacturing, driven by a need to ensure safety and a desire to control costs. What is traceability in the automotive industry? Meet compliance mandates. . In the past Toyota had to recall 2.9

ERP 105

ERP Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Tracking and Tracing 105

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

For example, with a data gateway, a supply planner gains accelerated access to customer orders, inventory levels, and transportation schedules, all in one place, to increase the user experience of making the right choice to identify inefficiencies and make better, more informed decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 131

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 131

TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

Industries such as semiconductors, electric vehicle (EV) batteries, and transportation equipment are at the forefront of reshoring efforts , leading to a fundamental shift in freight demand patterns. Automotive and industrial manufacturing is expanding in states like Michigan and Ohio. Midwest U.S. Southwest U.S.

Optimal Sourcing 67

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Cost Reduction Price Reduction 67

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

According to a survey by ARC Advisory Group, only 10% of industrial companies are ready to apply artificial intelligence/machine learning. The percentage of industrial companies broadly applying agentic AI and generative AI would be a small fraction of that number. ARC has been actively studying industrial AI for over two years.

Packing 75

Packing Supply Chain Design Software Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software 75

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

FSMA applies to: Food transported in bulk, where the food touches the walls of the vehicle (Example: juices). Packaged foods not fully enclosed by a container (Example: fresh produce). Food that require temperature control for safety (Example: beef). Real time monitoring and alerts for non-compliance. Risk management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 150

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2024

For example, logistics companies are to employ Level 2 and 3 autonomous vehicles that assist drivers by adjusting speed and steering based on road conditions. By adhering to these industry standards, logistics companies ensure safer, more efficient, and compliant operations that meet regulatory and customer expectations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Warehousing Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 116

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Robinson are great examples of major 3PLs that have transformed the industry. Examples of the Biggest 3PL Companies Which third party logistics providers are out there that you may have already heard of? Think of a 3PL as your logistics department without actually having to build one from scratch. Do You Need a 3PL Provider?

3PL 75

3PL Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory 75

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

GTC Software is not just about Compliance. MIC is an experienced provider of global trade compliance software solutions. In ARC’s recent study of this software market, MIC was the largest provider of Global Trade Compliance (GTC) software solutions to the automotive industry.

Optimal Sourcing 104

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Optimization Software Material Savings 104

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

The Business Problem: Single-Source Dependencies Single-source, globally concentrated supply chains have emerged as a major point of vulnerability for many industries. By implementing blockchain, businesses can improve accountability, verify the origins of materials, and automate supplier compliance through smart contracts.

Supply Chain Planning Software 67

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Modeling Software 67

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

As early as 2018, a Neilsen study found that fresh foods were “the primary driver of growth in retail stores, accounting for 49% of all dollar sales growth in the fast-moving consumer goods industry. As one industry insider put it, “The supply chain absolutely stretched to the limits — broken, in many cases.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains eBook 195

Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2022

In June, for example, Roche was granted EUA for its cobas® SARS-CoV-2 Nucleic acid test for use on the cobas® Liat® System, which can identify an infection within 20 minutes. A logistics solution created specifically for the healthcare industry, SCHENKERlife+ is designed and customized to the shipper’s precise requirements.

Supply Chain Design Software 148

Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Distribution 148

The Lean Thinker

MARCH 23, 2023

Background TWI stands for Training Within Industry, a program developed during WWII by the U.S. During the war there was huge growth and turnover within the industrial base as production shifted from civilian products (locomotives, for example) to wartime production (tanks). War Manpower Commission. It still does today.

Buyer Training 195

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West Coast and California Logistics

JULY 9, 2020

For example, Walmart’s On-Time in Full program charges 3% of item value for products that are late or missing. The specific penalties are explicitly laid out in each retailer’s routing guide and range from, in our experience, about 1% to 5% of a supplier’s gross invoice amount.

Industry 93

Industry Examples Production Compliance 93

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 13, 2025

The food and beverage industry is a dynamic, ever-evolving sector in which manufacturers are continuously seeking ways to optimize production and reduce costs in the face of shifting consumer demand and preferences. For example, review the systems scalability.

Optimization Software 52

Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software 52

Log-hub

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Recycling and Disposal Companies collect used products for proper recycling or disposal, ensuring environmental compliance. Additionally, compliance with regulationsespecially for industries like electronicsprotects businesses from legal risks. Seasonal Products Unsold inventory is returned from retailers after a season ends.

Reverse logistics 40

Reverse logistics Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 40

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Process manufacturing is not the same for all industries. For example, the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals vs. processing liquid waste in the mining industry. In the pharmaceutical example, it is a batch process manufacturing where the products are made as specified groups. Process industry challenges.

Manufacturing Procurement 119

Manufacturing Procurement ERP Supply Chain Planning Software Purchasing Skills 119

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 14, 2024

Queries regarding their defense strategies against data breaches, the encryption protocols employed for safeguarding data during transmission, for example, and adherence to privacy regulations like HIPAA, GDPR, or CCPA are non-negotiable. Fouad Khalil is the Senior Director, Enterprise Security, Risk and Compliance at Locus Robotics.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 128

Logistics Network Optimization Software Security Automation Compliance 128

GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Updated 12/4/2023 The bigger the retail industry becomes, the more complex regulations arise. Specifically, more retailers are now developing and deploying vendor compliance programs for their suppliers to manage the business on pre-determined conditions. What is vendor compliance? What is vendor compliance?

Vendor Strategies 52

Vendor Strategies Compliance Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction 52

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The number of accidents in the trucking industry is up, and so are insurance premiums. Trucking companies need to manage many layers of safety and compliance, and while insurance is just one of them, it’s also among the most important and expensive. As an industry, trucking associations are advocating tort reform.

Cost Reduction 115

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Tips Trucking 115

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

spoke on best practices on supply chain risk management at ARC Advisory Group’s Digital Transformation in Industry conference. Autoliv is the world’s largest safety system supplier in automotive industry. Autoliv is the largest supplier of safety systems to the automotive industry. Soon we will do more training.

Supply Chain Planning Software 119

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Optimal Sourcing 119

Log-hub

MARCH 7, 2025

H&Ms Garment Collecting Program is a perfect example of reverse logistics in action. A great example is Fairphone , a sustainable smartphone brand that designs devices with replaceable parts, allowing users to repair or upgrade components instead of discarding the entire phone. billion in 2022 and projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.4%

Waste Reduction 40

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction 40

ECW

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

With its prime location, access to major highways, and impressive cargo handling capabilities, its no wonder so many industries rely on it. This setup was created to maximize efficiency in moving freight, especially for industries dealing with heavy or high-volume goods. Who Benefits from the Overweight Zone?

Cost Reduction 130

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Walmart’s On-Time In-Full initiative is a compliance measure designed to ensure that freight arrives at a Walmart store or distribution center when it was supposed to, in the quantities expected. If a company short ships TVs, they are fined more than if they short ship soup, for example.

Supply Chain Design Software 124

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics Purchasing Skills 124

MTS Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Project logistics require careful planning and coordination, from cargo handling and transportation to regulatory compliance. Automation and standardized processes can make cargo handling more efficient, but it’s the skill and experience of industry professionals that enable them to create custom solutions for each unique cargo.

Negotiating Skills 105

Negotiating Skills Buyer Training Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 105

Ship Monk

JANUARY 8, 2024

For example, if milk wasn’t FDA-certified you wouldn’t have verification that the cows producing it are healthy. For example, Coffee, Food for Animal Consumption, and Cosmetics are all different category types. Exaggeration? Definitely not. Basically, you always need to tell the FDA if a new relevant product is joining the party.

eCommerce 104

eCommerce Food and Agriculture Temperature Compliance 104

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2021

That’s a massive problem for SMEs, for example, that last year might have been paying $4,000 to $5,000 (USD) to ship a 40-foot container from Asia to North America, and now face rates of $20,000 and above. Challenge #3: The Complexities of Compliance. Challenge #2: Finding a Suitable Logistics Partner.

Freight 98

Freight Buyer Training Freight forwarding Logistics Network Optimization Software 98

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 12, 2016

As a result, the manufacturing industry will face a shortage of nearly 3.5 Without getting into a heated discussion on the politics of the issue, women in the manufacturing industry will play a vital role in improving the manufacturing skills gap. This will further propel the manufacturing industry into this century.

Manufacturing Procurement 125

Manufacturing Procurement Buyer Training Waste Reduction Cost Reduction 125

Shipchain

MAY 29, 2019

Blockchain in the supply chain can be used to create a distributed ledger to all parties, enhancing visibility and compliance. For example, consider the following benefits of blockchain in the supply chain : Traceability allows for the corruption-proof means of tracking goods, raw materials or shipments in real-time.

Supply Chain Planning Software 126

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chains Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction 126

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2024

Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems are revolutionizing road safety, especially in the freight, trucking, and logistics industry. For example, if a vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, the following vehicle receives an instant alert, enabling timely braking and preventing rear-end collisions.

Modeling Software 122

Modeling Software Efficiency Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 122