GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

You Have A Good Amount Of Historical Data. If you have worked with the same carriers on similar types of projects for many years, this historical data is an asset for your company. You can use this data to analyze different types of shipments to gain insights such as which carrier provides the best value for given lanes.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 8, 2017

Thanks to data gathering programs, supply chain software, and data entry applications, this represents a mountain of data, which has the potential to provide ground-breaking insight into how to improve business-model efficiency. What Is the Impact of Big Data on the Supply Chain & Transportation Industries? •

Supply Chain Software 49

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AIMMS

JANUARY 9, 2018

Often, teams think they also need plenty of clean and accurate data to do it right. He gathered and looked at the data and would produce a forecast based on previous experiences. He was changing forecasting data upon verification but also based on gut feel. We were transitioning to work with different business models.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

An automotive company I collaborated with conducted detailed modeling of potential tariff impacts on semiconductor supply chains. 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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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Data reflect all the small, seemingly insignificant details of the modern world. From a review of your personal bank account spending habits to larger, more advanced processing capabilities, data evolve and expand with each passing day. When Did Big Data in Supply Chain Become a Game-Changer? .

Supply Chain Software 92

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Our recent webinar offered a glimpse of our findings and shared 3 specific areas teams can work on to keep their supply chain out of firefighting mode. These are: End-to-end visibility: integrate with live data and gain visibility into detailed flow data of product availability and customer demand, as well as KPIs.

Scenario Planning 124

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

How are companies leveraging scenario modeling for network design and optimization ? The company modeled scenarios and performed simulations in AIMMS Network Design Navigator with all their products grouped together. In the context of disruptions like COVID-19, scenario modeling can make considerable difference – Tweet this.

Scenario Planning 71

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AIMMS

JUNE 25, 2019

We recently hosted a webinar on this topic, sharing insights to help you overcome the top 5 setbacks that affect organizations. . Poor data quality: 53% of respondents in a Supply Chain Insights survey cited this as a top challenge. . Not all tools are equally data- hungry and some are easier to use than others.

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AIMMS

MARCH 2, 2021

Our recent webinar shared 3 must-haves for companies to improve their S&OE capability. In this blog, we will cover some commonly asked questions about S&OE and S&OE applications, based on what we heard from our webinar audience. S&OE and Data/Integration. How can you get data visibility? Let’s dive in.

Optimal Sourcing 83

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

In a recent study, MIT found that companies that focus on 5 key initiatives to improve their supply chain data can have a big impact on their bottom line. Obstacles to fully utilizing analytics included inaccurate data , cost, and lack of timely data. Supply chain data initiatives need a top-down mandate.

Supply Chain Software 69

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

Three technologies have emerged as game-changers for third-party logistics (3PL) and supply chain experts: large language models (LLMs), freight optimization platforms and no-code automation. These AI-driven models can understand and generate human-like text based on the input provided. The answer lies in data.

Optimal Sourcing 127

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

Can you tell me about HEINEKEN’s AIMMS-based Brewing Capacity Model? I understand your team took ownership of this model. Yeah, so there was an existing Brewing Capacity Model which lived in a spreadsheet file. There was no global master data in place either. I’m curious to learn more about your vision for the model.

Modeling Software 62

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 11, 2024

Food and beverage shippers can achieve this by analyzing historical data and market insights. Utilizing advanced analytics and forecasting models can help identify patterns, seasonality, and emerging trends. Working closely with retailers and distributors to gather real-time data can further enhance the accuracy of forecasts.

Inventory Reduction 116

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 Market conditions play a crucial role in shaping challenges professionals face when managing their organization’s supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Organizations must take the following steps to bring departments together to create truly resilient and sustainable supply chains: Leverage external data to sense market shifts Look to external causal factors and forecasting models to identify market shifts. <br>- Use external data for forward-looking decisions.

Supply Chain Design Software 126

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

In other words, for digital transformation to succeed, organizations need to be able to “take action” based on their data. Data availability and technology wasn’t what it is today. Given the many step changes in data and processing capability, we now have the ability to move towards a far more dynamic cost-to-serve model.

Supply Chain Software 99

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AIMMS

JULY 5, 2017

Often, teams think they also need plenty of clean and accurate data to do it right. He gathered and looked at the data and would produce a forecast based on previous experiences. He was changing forecasting data upon verification but also based on gut feel. We were transitioning to work with different business models.

Supply Chain Planning Software 73

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2024

What you will learn in this blog: Leveraging Data Analytics For Invaluable Insights Implementing Lean Principles for Waste Reduction Effective Management Of Supply Chain Costs As companies navigate market fluctuations and challenges, effectively managing supply chain expenses becomes pivotal for success. Read The Logistics Blog®

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Mark Derks, BlueGrace Chief Marketing Officer June 23, 2023 In the dynamic and ever-evolving logistics landscape, having access to accurate and timely data is essential. Updated quarterly, the LCI has become an important resource for shippers seeking to maximize data forecasting as part of a predictive and prescriptive analytics model.

Resource Reduction 116

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Freightos

MAY 23, 2024

Passenger travel proved that digitized capacity and pricing benefits both carriers and customers, and that model is being applied and developed for air cargo. Judah Levine Head of Research, Freightos Group Judah is an experienced market research manager, using data-driven analytics to deliver market-based insights.

Industry 112

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

It is critical that supply chain design tools model real world complexity to effectively model the risks. Lack of adequate risk data and the non-strategic positioning of supply chain design within the organization has been a key inhibitor to success. This is where AI can make all the difference. are most exposed to risk?

Supply Chain Design Software 117

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

Data coming from different sensors located at different suppliers from their production and transportation operations, carry a lot of information regarding the quality of production process and timeliness of delivery. At the same time, this data may indicate possible issues in the procurement process, regarding product quality and delivery.

Optimal Sourcing 118

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Industrial IoT and big data are converging to enable demand-driven 'smart supply chains.' According to industry standard ASTM F2792-10 , AM is defined as, "The process of joining materials to make objects from 3D model data, usually layer upon layer, as opposed to subtractive manufacturing technologies.".

Manufacturing Procurement 125

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AIMMS

JANUARY 9, 2018

Often, teams think they also need plenty of clean and accurate data to do it right. He gathered and looked at the data and would produce a forecast based on previous experiences. He was changing forecasting data upon verification but also based on gut feel. We were transitioning to work with different business models.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Can you tell me about HEINEKEN’s AIMMS-based Brewing Capacity Model? I understand your team took ownership of this model. Yeah, so there was an existing Brewing Capacity Model which lived in an Excel file. There was no global master data in place either. I’m curious to learn more about your vision for the model.

Modeling Software 48

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AIMMS

JULY 19, 2017

The list includes the best of our blog and news items, our latest webinars and most recent case studies. Often, teams think they also need plenty of clean and accurate data to do it right. The webinar also features our customer Christian Olsen from Höegh Autoliners, a leading global provider of vehicle shipping services.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Though both warehouse and distribution center management operations typically take place in large warehouse environments, the term “warehouse” refers to a traditional product storage model, and “distribution center” refers to the more contemporary and high-velocity order fulfillment model. You can also manually gather data if required.

Distribution 101

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Model companies are outperforming others in large part because they manage and train differently. Current manufacturing training and development best practices often integrate competency models, blended learning, and a data-driven approach. Data-Driven Approach: Technology is changing the way people learn.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Big Data and Analytics. context, the collection and comprehensive evaluation of data from many different sources—production equipment and systems as well as enterprise- and customer-management systems—will become standard to support real-time decision making. will require increased data sharing across sites and company boundaries.

Manufacturing Procurement 109

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Rapid prototyping is a group of techniques used to quickly fabricate a scale model of a physical part or assembly using three-dimensional computer aided design (CAD) data. Rapid prototyping is the speedy creation of a full-scale model. The word prototype comes from the Latin words proto ( original ) and typus (model ).

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2015

A Cloud-based supply chain management solution has several advantages over the traditional model of manual inventory analysis combined with local area purchasing. Cloud solutions leverage the power of managed automation and data analysis to form an intelligent system of resupply processes. Redundancy. Efficiency.

Supply Chain Design Software 103

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

This advancement is based on the potential to integrate relevant data at any point in the value chain, define inter-dependencies from the data almost instantaneously, and utilize advanced analytics to develop highly targeted solutions. Predictive capabilities and modeling to reduce costs. Improve service levels.

Optimal Sourcing 111

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Consider Differing Fulfillment Models. Furthermore, this will help reduce delays from issues in one type of fulfillment model. Assess Data Quality. Although data can be collected automatically across all shipment processes , the quality of data greatly affects its ability to enact change across supply chain practices.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

The Ultimate Guide for Effective LTL Freight Management : we put on a 60 minute webinar entitled, “Best Practices for Effective LTL Freight Management and Shipping.” We had a great turnout with over 250 logistics managers, supply chain officers, and those in the transportation world registering and attending the webinar.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

6 Benefits of Applying Useable Data in Logistics For Continuous Improvement. Flexibility is often misunderstood as more companies move towards software-as-a-service (SaaS) models for transportation management systems (TMS). Strategic Logistics: 8 Steps to Controlling Inventory Flow & Driving Warehouse Efficiency.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

What’s key to making this work: big data visibility, flexible processes, and an agile ecosystem that can move swiftly to serve an increasingly fragmenting, but exceptionally demanding consumer base. They’re also industry disruptors, toppling traditional business models in the blink of an eye. The Customer Owns the Empire.

Manufacturing Procurement 97

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

For instance, a growing number of cell phone manufacturers have established procedures in place for consumers who wish to return an older model and ensure that the device is refurbished or recycled rather than dumped into the local landfill. Automatic consolidation of data from partners and systems. A synchronized global system.

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