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Boston University’s Sourcing Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

Facilities sourcing and construction contracting were centralized in the procurement department. Once that requisition is approved, it becomes a purchase order. If the invoice matches the purchase order, it is posted in SAP, and the payment is made automatically without any paper or human touch. There was also a realignment.

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How manufacturers and distributors can streamline their document distribution process

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

People have been talking about the ‘paperless office’ for decades, but many manufacturers and distributors still have staff members manually printing, posting, faxing, emailing and managing documents that go out to customers. Higher costs. Printing, posting and storing paper documents all cost money. According to Corp!

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The Beginner’s Guide to Bill of Lading Documents

ShipLilly

While you don’t want to forget any of those documents (no matter how numerous or tedious they may be), there’s one you definitely want to become familiar with: the bill of lading. A bill of lading is one of the most common – and important – documents in the shipping and logistics industry. Why are Bills of Lading important?

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MTS Logistics: An Example of Great Customer Service in Shipping

MTS Logistics

The capacity to influence the purchasing experience, engage customers throughout the entire delivery lifecycle, and offer valuable real-time delivery information sets market leaders apart from their competitors. By offering delivery choices and value-added services during the purchase, companies can boost revenue and lower delivery expenses.

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Warehouse Labor is Front Page News: But what’s below the fold?

Logistics Viewpoints

Source: Osha Certified Warehouse Worker. As an analyst with a focus on warehouse processes and technologies – my interest lies in understanding the negotiating points – or points of contention between the warehouse workers and the employers. There is a forest of legal documents addressing procedural hurdles. I was mostly wrong.

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The Power of the Network: ERP vs. Spend Management

Logistics Viewpoints

Of the professionals surveyed, 59% saw the gap between procurement/sourcing and supply chain to be a major disconnect, and the most pressing pain point. For example, one of the key decisions that a manufacturer needs to make is should they continue to buy goods from one of their suppliers. That supplier can be put on “hold.”

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5 Ways Shippers And Suppliers Can Maintain A Great Relationship

Blue Grace Logistics

Companies have the right to receive the best service and the best price from their suppliers, and the relationship between shippers and suppliers is a key component to a successful partnership. The importance of setting the tone of the relationship and being an example of what you expect. Select Your Supplier Carefully.