Remove Definition Remove Examples Remove Order processing
article thumbnail

A Guide to Supply Chain Lead Time 

Logistics Bureau

Effective lead time management is a critical factor in securing supply chain efficiency and cost control, since lead time represents the total time required for a product or material to move through the supply chain, as measured from the time of ordering to the time of delivery. Why is lead time important?

article thumbnail

Emerging Trends in Automation: What it Means to Supply Chains

GlobalTranz

This example generates a huge amount of data that can leverage in the supply chain. While this example may still be a few years off, it is important that you understand how the top emerging trends in automation will shape supply chains and transportation processes in the coming years.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

5 Tips for Avoiding Holiday Season Mishaps

Ship Monk

Try as you might, it’s virtually impossible to control all aspects of the eCommerce supply chain, and there’s no better example of that than what we’ve witnessed in the whirlwind that has been 2020. That means conservative estimates for order processing, shipping times, and even inventory availability. Maintain Transparency.

Tips 98
article thumbnail

Building Profitability with Agility while Digitally Transforming the Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

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. At SodaStream, which provides 1.5

article thumbnail

What Drives an Investment in a Warehouse Management System? 5 Considerations for Your Selection

GlobalTranz

This includes improving processes in inventory management and saving space. For example, reducing excessive safety stock allows a warehouse to minimize number of reorders, reduce wasted space, and avoid issues in shipping errors. For example, an organization may use a subscription-based solution to expand into additional warehouses.

article thumbnail

The 5 Steps Towards Digital Supply Chain Management

GlobalTranz

At the moment, many systems are hybrid, meaning that supply chains normally use a mix of paper-based and IT-enabled processes. Examples of such technologies are GPS tracking, barcodes, radio frequency identification (RFlD), smart labels and wireless sensor networks.

article thumbnail

Prevent Returns from Hurting Your Brand

Ship Monk

Disruption costs: Returns that aren’t handled properly can quickly pile up, interfere with order processing, cause inventory discrepancies, and take up costly warehouse space. Let’s take apparel, for example. It’s the dictionary definition of a PITA. cited poor fit and 48% said the item Another 46% mentioned poor quality.