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MES vs MOM: Understanding the Key Differences

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

A narrow definition of MES is that it serves as a work orderdriven, work-in-progress tracking system that captures information from the production floor and manages and monitors production events and reporting. An MES is a software application that monitors, tracks, documents, and controls the production process on a factory floor.

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What is a routing guide and what are best practices to create one

FreightWaves SONAR

And according to Brian Straight of FreightWaves , a routing guide is a living document that enables faster transportation management and keeps freight spend under control based on lane volatility, seen also within SONAR SCI Lane Acuity. What is a routing guide : a list of preferred carriers for tendering freight.

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Business-to-Anything Integration Supports Agile Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain collaboration networks, which provide wide ranging visibility to events occurring upstream and downstream in supply chains, can help companies be more agile. An EDI VAN enables the secure exchanges of electronic business documents, such as purchase orders and invoices, with trading partners—via electronic data interchange format.

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Blockchain and Why a Freight Shipper Should Care

Freightera

By definition blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across a peer-to-peer network. This transparency reduces the risk of errors, fraud, or delays that could be caused by data silos or physical documents. Each handling event from loading to customs clearance, warehousing, etc.

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What Is Free or Freight on Board (FOB), and Why Should Shippers Understand This Term?

GlobalTranz

If the responsible party does not accept liability , should damage or another event occur that could result in the filing of a claim. Although its original definition was used exclusively for seafaring transport, modern use of the term can be applied to all shipment modes of transit. What Exactly Is Freight on Board?

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The Growing Skills Gap & How Vocational Training Can Help to Shrink It

GlobalTranz

In other words, the cost of obtaining the skills necessary to complete a vocational program are by definition used for practical purposes in the field. However, recent events suggest this trend is coming to a sudden stop. Specifically, the shutdown of ITT Technical Institutes is driving this sudden spur of company-paid tuition.

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Navigating the Quest for a New Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Camelot 3PL Software

Step #3: Defining Specific Requirements The third step is the clear definition of your specific requirements. Creating a “Requirements Document” is highly recommended for documenting your operational processes. Seeking Expert Guidance The implementation of a WMS is a significant task, often a one-time event.