The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Shippers, brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions. DAT iQ provides freight intelligence to inform your budget and procurement strategies so you can navigate market volatility with greater confidence and agility.

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TransAudit

JUNE 27, 2023

Machine learning, at its core, is a technology that allows systems to learn from experience, improve predictions, recommendations, and decisions over time. It advances digitization efforts, facilitates data cleaning, and streamlines supply chain planning, procurement, and execution.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Keeping the right level of inventory requires a technique called inventory optimization. But for larger, complex environments, a more sophisticated inventory management system is needed to collect, process, manage and report on all the data, in as near to real-time as possible. Inventory optimization. The rise of Industry 4.0

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Supply Chain Optimization Tips | Image Source: Flickr A company’s supply chain is made up of players at various levels and diverse logistical components, each of which plays a crucial role. Plan your supply chain in real time In general, past data must be considered while planning the supply chain.

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3PL Links

MARCH 11, 2024

Top 6 Most Important Inventory Optimization Strategies | Image source: Shipdepot Decreased output, unanticipated expenses, and delivery delays are just a few of the issues that can occur from a lack of inventory management. Discover six strategies for inventory optimization if your firm has been dealing with similar issues.

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CLX Logistics

AUGUST 23, 2023

Partnering with a logistics service provider extends beyond ensuring regulation adherence—it encompasses optimizing transport operations to ensure the utmost efficiency and safety. This enhanced visibility improves customer service and acts as a defense in case of customer issues or delays.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 3, 2023

Using artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing can significantly improve productivity, reduce equipment failure, increase production efficiency and help identify new business opportunities. Smart factories can greatly reduce unplanned downtime, improve product design, increase efficiency, and improve product quality and worker safety.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 17, 2022

Manufacturers and distributors can optimize their inventory management using some of the latest emerging technologies, including machine learning, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. Using proven inventory management processes, supply chain design, and planning helps optimize your stock.

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Log-hub

APRIL 12, 2024

7 min read In a significant move to enhance supply chain optimization capabilities worldwide, Log-hub and KNIME announce their strategic partnership. This integration enables organizations to leverage Log-hub’s network design and route optimization capabilities seamlessly within KNIME’s data science workflows.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 7, 2024

For shippers, the approach to transportation procurement is evolving. This approach is cumbersome and fraught with challenges such as limited visibility, inefficient data management and difficulties in bid analysis. This not only makes the process more efficient, but also reduces the likelihood of errors and enhances productivity.

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TransAudit

JULY 6, 2023

Machine learning, at its core, is a technology that allows systems to learn from experience, improve predictions, recommendations, and decisions over time. It advances digitization efforts, facilitates data cleaning, and streamlines supply chain planning, procurement, and execution.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JULY 18, 2019

Data analytics is the process of examining structured and unstructured data sets in order to provide real-time up to update information that can facilitate the company to maximize the decision value in the business. The post Data Analytics for Optimizing Inventory appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

Additional opportunities can be reached through transportation optimization whether using a 3PL or 4PL. It's important to understand how transportation optimization can work well with managed transportation service providers to attain that goal. Defining Transportation Optimization.

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

Retailers should find ways to optimize truckloads to reap benefits. How do we optimize these loads? Shippers need to leverage automated and intelligent solutions to truly optimize the supply chain and impact the bottom line in a positive way. However, trucking industries have many business models they operate by.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Supply chain network design (SCND) is a powerful tool for improving business operations. Optimization and simulation are the two main branches of SCND. Optimization accounts for over 90% of all work that is being done by SCND teams. Every forecast typically begins with internal company historical shipment data.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Disruptions like the pandemic, supply shortages, global trade barriers, high customer expectations and inflation all add tremendous pressure on the procurement process. Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. Using ERP to improve purchasing transparency.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Manufacturers already understand that digital technologies are transforming the way the industry operates, particularly in improving efficiencies and driving higher levels of business performance. With the fully automated collection of data, MOM helps drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programmes.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Disruptions like the pandemic, supply shortages, global trade barriers, high customer expectations and inflation all add tremendous pressure on the procurement process. Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. Using ERP to improve purchasing transparency.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 16, 2024

(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) There are ample opportunities to take advantage of spot versus contract freight data insights. Spot freight provides a short-term way to source capacity and boost procurement outside of contracted rates whether TL or LTL. And as mentioned, that TMS data becomes a key SONAR data source.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2021

Many companies are achieving this transformation by adopting modular, elastic DC technologies – including AI and robotics – that provide continuous warehouse optimization without replacing their current monolithic and static warehouse systems. Optimization software can also be a “soft” alternative to investing in more steel (i.e.,

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Locus

APRIL 3, 2023

An effective logistics solution is critical for optimizing supply chain efficiency, reducing costs, improving customer satisfaction, and supporting sustainability goals. This article will provide easy insight into the world of logistics management—from the key components and challenges to tips on optimizing it for your business.

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CLX Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Procurement management stands at the crossroads of technological innovation and strategic decision-making. As organizations strive to enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in procurement has become increasingly prominent.

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Locus

JULY 24, 2023

If done right, load matching means better resource optimization, cost reduction, streamlined operations, and ultimately, happy customers and businesses. It strives to find the most cost-effective carrier that meets the load requirements and delivery constraints , contributing to overall cost reduction and improved profitability.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 10, 2021

What’s covered in this article: Benefits of freight optimization technologies. The potential of real-time data collection and sharing. Freight optimization technologies have increased in relevance, as they could help improve the health of a business by reducing costs and increasing sales. Driver safety. AI and automation.

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EazyStock

APRIL 28, 2022

What does supply chain optimization mean? Put simply, supply chain optimization means using technology to get inventory to the right place at the right time – at the lowest cost and highest profit for your business. Supply chain optimization best practice. Increase technology to improve forecast accuracy.

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EazyStock

APRIL 28, 2022

What does supply chain optimization mean? Put simply, supply chain optimization means using technology to get inventory to the right place at the right time – at the lowest cost and highest profit for your business. Supply chain optimization best practice. Increase technology to improve forecast accuracy.

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Log-hub

MARCH 13, 2024

3 min read Log-hub AG, a leading provider of global supply chain optimization solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming LogiMAT – International Trade Show for Intralogistics Solutions and Process Management, scheduled to take place in Stuttgart from March 19 to 21, 2024.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 14, 2023

An ecommerce store owner is expected to master everything from sourcing materials to manufacturing and procurement, to fulfillment and shipping orders to customers. The inbound supply chain encompasses all the steps that go into manufacturing and/or procuring the goods and readying them for sale.

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CLX Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2022

A transportation management system is a logistics technology platform that helps manufacturers, distributors, 3PLs, and any participant in the supply chain system plan, execute, and optimize the transportation of incoming and outgoing goods and ensure shipments are compliant and properly documented.

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Log-hub

MARCH 6, 2024

Log-hub, a Swiss-based technology company, is pioneering this shift with sophisticated mathematical optimization models designed to seamlessly integrate electric vehicles (EVs) into the supply chain. Log-hub’s route optimization takes these factors into account, ensuring a balanced approach to cost, efficiency, and sustainability.

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Log-hub

MARCH 6, 2024

Log-hub, a Swiss-based technology company, is pioneering this shift with sophisticated mathematical optimization models designed to seamlessly integrate electric vehicles (EVs) into the supply chain. Log-hub’s route optimization takes these factors into account, ensuring a balanced approach to cost, efficiency, and sustainability.

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Bringg

MARCH 24, 2021

Supply chain optimization ensures a smoother process and a more successful business model focusing on efficiency and profit. First, let’s define what supply chain optimization means, the different factors involved, and how the right supply chain optimization techniques and solutions can help you support your key business initiatives. . .

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

This year, a recurring theme that I saw was about using supply chain data to improve the customer experience across the entire value chain. Here are the ones that stood out to me, especially as it relates to supply chain data. The single data cloud runs on Snowflake, one of Blue Yonder’s partners.

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