AIMMS

MARCH 4, 2022

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. North Star Alliance , for instance, uses optimization to find optimal locations for its mobile HIV-AIDS clinics in Africa. Another case that is relevant to our current optimization project is flying children to special needs camps.

Optimization Software 118

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EazyStock

MARCH 4, 2021

How to Increase Inventory Turnover with Inventory Optimization. The concept of inventory optimization helps many businesses improve their inventory turnover – without damaging stock availability. This post will explain how, but first, let’s deal with a few simple definitions. The Importance of Improving your Inventory Turnover.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Examples of building intelligence in your processes: Automating product segmentation based on multiple dimensions including revenue, demand variability, supplier lead-times to manage different service level targets. Optimizing supply and demand matching across the end-to-end supply chain. key customers and/or suppliers). and Europe.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2023

The supply chain design solution, for example, continues to grow in depth and usability. An example of this electronically automated process flow would be a buyer asking a supplier if they can provide 1,000 widgets on January 10 th , the seller replies “we can do 950 on July 11 th , is that OK?” Coupa meets this definition.

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Morai Logistics

MARCH 14, 2019

Smart manufacturing is a new advancement in supply chains that will help optimize the customer experience and meet consumer demands. There are a variety of definitions that have been created to define smart manufacturing, or smart factories as some experts have coined. Why does manufacturing need to be ‘smart’?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Concurrent Optimization for Lower Total Cost to Serve Traditional planning systems operate within the scope of classical silo definitions: demand forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment planning, production planning, materials planning, transportation planning, order fulfillment, etc.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 132

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The Lean Thinker

MARCH 23, 2023

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). If we optimize the parts, we will optimize the whole. Are you comfortable with this definition of “good supervision?”

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 23, 2022

As an example, here we can see one: Source: [link]. When all these factors are in place, the following objectives should be met: Space optimization in the warehouse. Product requirements (types and quantities of each tool that will be required for efficient operation in the work area).

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Material Handling and Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

The trouble with this definition is that it doesn’t explain what exactly changes in supply chain management—that is, what gets “transformed”—when digital technologies are adopted. Since there didn’t seem to be a clear definition of digital supply chain transformation available, I developed one from first principles.

Supply Chain Planning Software 134

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. North Star Alliance , for instance, uses optimization to find optimal locations for its mobile HIV-AIDS clinics in Africa. Another case that is relevant to our current optimization project is flying children to special needs camps.

Optimization Software 62

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Conger

JULY 24, 2023

A Toyota diesel forklift with pneumatic tires Let’s start with a pneumatic tire definition. Cons of Pneumatic Forklift Tires Here are some of the key disadvantages of pneumatic tires to consider: Not ideal for indoor use: Pneumatic tires may not be optimal for indoor use due to their tendency to bounce, leading to operator discomfort.

Definition 52

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The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The work also met every definition of “difficult, dirty and dangerous.” When “trams” (coal carts) were in short supply, for example, the “trammers” would horde carts to optimize their team’s performance at the expense of other teams being limited by the number of carts available.

Modeling Software 259

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AIMMS

JULY 10, 2018

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. North Star Alliance , for instance, uses optimization to find optimal locations for its mobile HIV-AIDS clinics in Africa. Another case that is relevant to our current optimization project is flying children to special needs camps.

Optimization Software 59

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2018

Overall, not only are fees increasing to $80 list for both carriers, but the definitions are tightening, and the minimum billable weight is changing (FDX). For example, if a package qualifies for oversize according to FedEx’s definition, it will receive an $80 charge (list rate). What Has Changed? in billed weight.

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The Lean Thinker

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

It depicts more detailed version of “ Organize, Standardize, Stabilize, Optimize ” showing the continuous comparison between “what should be happening” and “what is actually happening.” I’m digging through old archives again, and came across this graphic I put together around 2006 or so.

Modeling Software 195

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2021

I like the simplicity and clarity of Informatica’s definition of data quality: Data quality refers to the overall utility of a dataset(s) as a function of its ability to be easily processed and analyzed for other uses. So, what is quality data? What makes good data go bad? And what can you do to stop it before it’s too late?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

GEP and the North Carolina State University (NCSU) Supply Chain Resource Cooperative surveyed supply chain, procurement and IT professionals across a range of industries to gain insight into their priorities and strategies regarding supply chain resilience and optimization. For example, are you still a minority owned company?

Manufacturing Procurement 145

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Shipping and Freight Resource

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Latest release of DCSA’s Just-in-Time Port Call Programme provides interface standards and API definitions for all 50 port call event timestamps. The complete framework of Just-in-Time Port Call standards supports digital port call planning, increased operational efficiency and optimal resource utilisation.

Optimal Sourcing 83

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Definition Tracking and Tracing 83

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Julian Duerschmidt, VP Global Supply Chain Optimization at GEODIS , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Why has achieving global end-to-end supply chain visibility been such a challenging goal to achieve. What’s the definition of “real-time” visibility and how is […]

Supply Chain Software 60

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 21, 2022

There are many causes, for example, container ships from Asia are now too large to traverse the Panama Canal (20 years ago they were not), so they offload on the West Coast of the United States and are compelled to truck all goods to the East Coast. The AI, for example, should flag any orders that are way beyond the normal demands. .

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AIMMS

JULY 10, 2018

There are many great examples where advanced analytics have contributed to social good. North Star Alliance , for instance, uses optimization to find optimal locations for its mobile HIV-AIDS clinics in Africa. Another case that is relevant to our current optimization project is flying children to special needs camps.

Optimization Software 54

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 28, 2015

First, let's start with the definition of a business process. Clearly, this is a broad definition, encompassing a many specific activities. Henry Ford's use of the assembly line to produce cars is a very famous example of this. Optimization: This part generally comes after either modeling or monitoring. BPM Software.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

C-Suite Themes For the C-Suite, there are three main themes where supply chains make a definitive impact: increased customer retention, revenue growth, and lower costs. A few examples of where connected ecosystems can make an impact are within sustainability, especially when it comes to measuring emissions, and perfect order delivery.

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Sabinext

JANUARY 15, 2021

For the past decades, supply chain design prioritized cost optimization over resilience. More resilience requires moving away from a single sourcing strategy to diversification (China +1, for example) and more distributed safety stocks enabled by central visibility. Analytics & Real-Time Supply Chain Optimization.

Supply Chain Software 87

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 22, 2015

Editor’s Note: Almost 14 months ago we wrote one of our most popular posts entitled, “ The History of Supply Chain and Logistics Management ” contained a bit of history, definitions, and a great infographic visually going through the history of supply chain and logistics management. What is a Logistics Framework?

Global logistics 116

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EazyStock

JULY 22, 2021

But first – let’s get a definition: What is inventory demand forecasting? Below is an example of the different demand factors that can impact or inflate your normal base demand. For example, in the growth phase, the trend in demand will be upwards, while in the decline phase, the trend will reverse. Inventory Demand Trends.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 14, 2024

Optimize shipping and logistics management: When your online sales are directly linked with an ERP system , you can more completely automate the shipping process. For example, you can easily identify and predict market changes in order to change your product mix and develop new offerings faster than competitors.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

In my Logistics Viewpoints article in January 2021, “ The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World ”, I highlighted that modern supply chains must be built on a foundation of extreme agility and responsiveness. The Crucial Role of Trading Partners.

Supply Chain Planning Software 160

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2024

Definitely no to the last one!) 1960s Early Research and Optimism Early AI programs began to develop during this time. Common Forms of AI Computer Vision Face recognition is one example of Computer Vision. Machine Learning (ML) Predictive analytics is one example of Machine Learning. What is the history of AI?

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AIMMS

JANUARY 20, 2020

These include: Resilient Planning , Algorithmic Supply Chain Planning , Respond Planning , Digital Supply Chain Planning , CORE and Optimize Planning. Another area we are working on is Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization. We are actively building our off-the-shelf application, which is set for release during 2020.

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

My team and I work on developing and furthering our supply chain and operations by providing a centralized analytical perspective – we work on improving fulfillment models, applying analytics, improving productivity and output at our warehouses, and optimizing our operations. You are currently using AIMMS for Warehouse Slotting Optimization.

Sourcing Strategies 89

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

If you do an online search for “digital transformation definition,” you get about 133 million results, including the following examples: Digital transformation is the application of digital technologies to fundamentally impact all aspects of business and society (Source: InfoWorld ). Source: CIO ).

Digital 68

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. Plus, for example, we say a single customer can move around 500 containers a year, but a freight forwarder with a healthy roster of customers can move 100,000 containers a year. Well, a freight forwarder negotiates rates on your behalf, knowing the market.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2022

The 2030 roadmap is targeting a reduction in CO2 emissions of 33% for scopes 1 and 2, and of 16% for scope 3, versus 2017 ( definition for scopes 1, 2, and 3 ). New acquisitions, for example, won’t lead to a prorated calculation that factors out emissions from the acquired company from the carbon target. million kilometers of highway.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 20, 2017

As one example, Lindbloom highlighted the rise of GPS-enabled mobile devices, which has made shipment tracking more affordable and widespread, and he also highlighted cloud computing and the growing use of APIs for integration. Linbloom shares his perspective in the short clip below, where he provides examples of how C.H.

Data 78

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Definitions of agility, resilience, visibility, and end-to-end collaboration are all very much tied together. For example, if a company had built up safety stock, and the inbound supply of components needed to make a product is disrupted, the company can still respond to customer demand without breaking a sweat.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement 126

AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

My team and I work on developing and furthering our supply chain and operations by providing a centralized analytical perspective – we work on improving fulfillment models, applying analytics, improving productivity and output at our warehouses, and optimizing our operations. You are currently using AIMMS for Warehouse Slotting Optimization.

Sourcing Strategies 82

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 82