Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Instead of manually entering data at set intervals throughout the month – an after-the-fact exercise prone to errors and omissions – an automated solution captures billable activities correctly in real-time, improving overhead utilization, cost control, and revenue leakage at once.

Supply Chain Planning Software 111

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2021

For example, if a retailer stands up a number of micro fulfillment centers to support a spike in eComm demand, this translates into changes to the flows and possibly modes of transportation, and accordingly master data changes. Design can help test such ideas before implementing changes to the master data. He received his Ph.D.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Given that we are a data-driven (math-loving) company, we wanted to test this range by running some scenarios to see what kind of results companies can expect across a variety of verticals. While businesses differ in complexity and size, for this exercise we extrapolated based on these $7.5Bn baselines. Looking into opportunities.

Supply Chain Design Software 116

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘. P art One , Two and Three can be found here.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This is a blessing for third-party logistics providers,who have won large amounts of new business for this reason alone Click here to download my free presentation 4. Very detailed specifications must be prepared by enterprises, with full disclosure of all available data before a quotation from service providers is attained.

Outsourcing 52

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

For instance, if I wanted to know what the HEINEKEN canning capacity was in Asia, I would have to sum up 20+ Excel files to sum up the data for all the breweries. There was no global master data in place either. There was a need to centralize data collection and minimize the time spent on structuring and gathering data.

Modeling Software 117

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

I recently attended a great presentation during which the presenter referred to a BHAG —a big hairy audacious goal. The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. The BHAG—the Big Hairy, Audacious Goal. I think we’ve seen that in a lot of businesses.

Production 98

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Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Firstly, it recommended conducting realistic wargames and exercises to reflect threats and the capability of the ‘logistics enterprise’ to respond. Thirdly, it articulated the need to protect logistics data which is particularly vulnerable to espionage and manipulation. At present, they aren’t. 1] See Eccles, H.,

Military 103

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

It may be time to evaluate your transportation network and approach to procurement and make the move from simply fixing logistics problems as they present themselves to a more strategic, scalable model derived from analytics and not simply rates.

Capacity 74

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

It’s important to remember that this is not just a compliance exercise, but a significant enhancement of operational capabilities, like shifting from standard definition to high-definition in terms of data quality and communication speed. Then, an evaluation of the alternative connectivity options is advised.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Cloud & Big Data. « Collaborative Platform for Enterprise of Future | Main | Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry » Importance of Proactive Master Data Maintenance in SAP SCM Support. These 3 master data elements contributed to almost 50-60% of planning issues. Business Process Outsourcing.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Furthermore, you should present them in the right language for each stakeholder group and using the most appropriate instrument. Golden Rule #6: Choose the Right Method of Presentation. Try to find presentation methods that make your KPIs easy to access, visualise, and assimilate. Assign individuals as KPI owners.

Supply Chain Software 75

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 1, 2019

Automation, technology and network communications are now central to the daily operations of carmakers and their suppliers, with a vast amount of information and data now stored digitally. At the same time, the vehicle itself is becoming a digital hub connected to the carmaker and an extension of the online social life of its occupants.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

Often, in our experience, the problem is a human one… It’s not the data, not the process, not the technology, or the strategy, but the people. Pundits typically emphasize data and digital technology when proselytising for the S&OP concept. But what makes it so challenging to implement S&OP successfully? The Demand Planner.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

The key points follow below: • Deceptive Shipping Practices: Malignant actors utilise deceptive shipping practices to conceal illicit cargo by manipulating location data, tampering with vessel tracking systems, falsifying documentation, and using false identities.

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Image source: Flickr | How to Protect Supply Chain from Cyber Attacks The management of data intelligence in the supply chain presents an enormous challenge to those involved. Global IT professionals have faced challenges related to data decentralization. However, there is a “but” to this tale.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Too much leads to resources being monopolised on gathering tons of data and a subsequent risk of “paralysis by analysis” Cost to Serve (CTS) is an approach that helps you avoid both extremes. If profits start to decline afterwards, your CTS data can offer valuable information about what changed and how to get back on track.

Purchasing Skills 93

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Given that we are a data-driven (math-loving) company, we wanted to test this range by running some scenarios to see what kind of results companies can expect across a variety of verticals. While businesses differ in complexity and size, for this exercise we extrapolated based on these $7.5Bn baselines. Looking into opportunities.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

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10xLogistics

JUNE 13, 2013

What I find about benchmarking is it is often an internal exercise to justify what someone is doing to higher management. Sometimes I will hear of giant shippers presenting they are "better than market" based on their benchmarking through external agencies. That is where energy is best spent. Of course, you are better, you are huge!

Transportation 54

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2017

Data and processes are fundamental to supply chain work. Understanding data and being able to draw actionable conclusions from it, using IT or other tools made available, is a capability of growing importance. Customers, conferences, and colleagues past and present are all possibilities for sharing insights and information.

Negotiating Skills 75

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Sabinext

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

They need skilled and ongoing maintenance, and as the data above shows, the stakes are too high for them to fail to support their millions of inhabitants and thousands of businesses, as well as their country’s economic health. Nighttime presents additional opportunities for sharing. Data-driven approach.

Optimal Sourcing 67

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Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Strategic failures emerge when ‘thinkers’ are separated from ‘doers’, ‘strategists’ from ‘planners’ and ‘soft data’ from ‘hard data’. The control of logistics resources, especially in capability development, is influenced significantly by the desire to attain and exercise power within the institution. Strategic failure.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2015

The manufacturer has access to the distributor’s inventory data and is responsible for generating purchase orders. Vendor Managed Inventory Model : The manufacturer receives electronic data ( usually via EDI or the Internet) that tells him the distributor’s sales and stock levels. The distributor maintains the inventory plan.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

If yours is not one of those businesses, and you’re confident in your KPI suite and the relevance of the data it provides, congratulations! Many organisations are understandably reluctant to share operational performance data, especially with their competitors. You’re in a good place. The Role of KPIs in Supply Chain Benchmarking.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2015

this exercise helps retain mobility in the damaged joints". The term refers not only to mobile workers and mobile devices, but also to the mobility of corporate data. Enterprise mobility management products, such as data loss prevention technologies, are available to help IT departments address these risks. mōˈbilədē/.

Supply Chain Design Software 54

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

For instance, if I wanted to know what the HEINEKEN canning capacity was in Asia, I would have to sum up 20+ Excel files to sum up the data for all the breweries. There was no global master data in place either. There was a need to centralize data collection and minimize the time spent on structuring and gathering data.

Modeling Software 62

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Selecting the right 3PL is no simple exercise, yet it’s one that’s all too often subject to shortcuts, a dearth of detail, and overly compressed timelines. From the following paragraphs, you’ll gain a brief insight into some common RFT mistakes and the difficulties they present to 3PL solution designers.

3PL 45

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

That’s far easier to do with solid data to inform you and your customer. Cost-to-serve analysis arms you with that data, strengthening your position in price discussions. If you haven’t done a segmentation exercise, that would be a positive first step towards understanding customer profitability.

Negotiating Skills 98

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 17, 2017

These common measures are generally based on aggregated data that takes no account of the unique needs and cost drivers of certain customers and product types within the supply chain. Conduct a trial data set through the model to test assumptions and results. CTS typically highlights unprofitable products and customers.

Purchasing Skills 45

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World Food Programme Logistics

APRIL 16, 2020

How data is boosting WFP’s response to COVID-19 A record of the transaction is updated in real-time on the blockchain, enabling organizations across the humanitarian sector to ensure individuals are receiving the right assistance, at the right time.

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Locus

JANUARY 28, 2022

At present, more than 70% of Americans have invested in such projects. This can prove to be a daunting exercise without the right software and tools. Locus’ automated solutions are backed by data science and cutting edge AI for end-to-end logistics optimization and can power businesses for their future goals.

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

Collectively, this new normal is presenting the supply chain industry with its biggest test in years. They invest in new technologies and data-driven processes that allow them to exercise precise control over the business. Previously, logistics professionals could only rely on past experience and hunches to make decisions.

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Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2019

This post is an adaptation of Mrs Cain-Riva’s presentation at the Williams Foundation’s #selfsustain seminar, held in Canberra on 11 April 2019. Logistics information systems were unaffected by cyber threats and data passed between deployed locations and the national support base with ease. We do not face these challenges alone.

Supply Chain Design Software 58

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Logistics in War

MARCH 23, 2018

Strategic failures emerge when ‘thinkers’ are separated from ‘doers’, ‘strategists’ from ‘planners’ and ‘soft data’ from ‘hard data’. The control of logistics resources, especially in capability development, is influenced significantly by the desire to attain and exercise power within the institution. Strategic failure.

Negotiating Skills 57

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 31, 2014

What do we need for a successful condition monitoring, heaps of operational data? Knowhow of slice and dice data analysis, possibly true but in my opinion these are not comprehensive enough. Here''s presenting the case study of how a seemingly workable condition monitoring exercise can possibly go wrong.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 26, 2018

For most of human history, the success of that exercise has rested on the appointed seer’s years of experience, coupled with some indefinable grasp of probability. has helped humans to get a better grasp of the possibilities, as they sift through the mass of information called “big data.” Still, the coming of A.I.

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