Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 13, 2024

Mental health strategies in the fulfilment industry can be innovated, writes Zihana Jaleel, Head of HR at Huboo. Prioritising meaningful workplace enhancements Our experience at Huboo has shown that while wellness perks like free exercise classes and healthy snacks are appreciated, they are not a panacea.

Strategy 49

Strategy Exercises Modeling Software Industry 49

Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

1] Logistics might not be a competitor to strategy or tactics, but it most certainly helps determine ‘which side will have the most options available’; to seize advantage, if not define the way in which wars might be waged. [2] Operationally, the Army must look to efficient ways to set, sustain and collapse theatres.

Military 115

Military Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Logistics 115

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 9, 2022

The last few years have proven that manufacturers need to be agile to respond to market demands at all levels of the operation without increasing costs and waste or sacrificing efficiency. Digital transformation has quickly become an essential part of any successful business strategy which has also resulted in a skills gap.

Course 105

Course Buyer Training Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 105

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2024

Supply chain policies and configurations are tested and leverage reinforcement learning to yield the best possible strategies. By understanding the behavior of the supply chain under diverse conditions, companies can develop strategies that enhance flexibility and responsiveness.

Scenario Planning 116

Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 116

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

With the advent of e-commerce, increasing globalisation and rationalisation of industries, todays market place demands fast, flexible and efficient supply chains. Amazingly, many companies have suffered after outsourcing decisions were made at an operational level, without due regard to the boards supply chain strategy.

Outsourcing 52

Outsourcing Warehousing Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 52

Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 29, 2020

Other departments of your organization will also save money and function more efficiently, too. With the right packaging, strategy, and tools, you can cut shipping costs by as much as 60%. But you can exercise more control over shipping and cargo damage than you might be aware as long as you have the right tools at your disposal.

Material Savings 115

Material Savings Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Resource Reduction 115

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2024

Collaboration and Skill Development: ISP fosters collaboration among process leads and stakeholders by involving cross-functional teams in scenario planning exercises. Director of Supply Chain Strategy at Coupa, where he manages the Go to Market strategies for areas of Supply Chain and Direct Spend. Nari Viswanathan is Sr.

Scenario Planning 116

Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 116

Logistics in War

AUGUST 18, 2019

However, as logistics is a comprehensive system of activities and tasks, logistics readiness can only be assured by combining effective resource use with efficient processes, good governance, well-designed organisations with articulated authorities, and a willingness to address often unglamorous issues. Logistics organisation.

Military 94

Military Exercises Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 94

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2021

However, with the new generation technologies, it now is practical to keep the data feeds fresh to make the modeling exercises a continuous, ongoing discipline. Taxes and tariffs can be modeled, and tax efficient supply chains can be designed. Sustainability initiatives can benefit through optimizing the carbon footprint.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 101

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Slotting is all about optimising the placement of warehouse SKUs to gain efficiency , increase productivity , and reduce operational costs. For example, slotting strategies often involve placing the fastest-moving SKUs close to the warehouse dispatch zones, minimising picking operatives’ travel distances and times.

Production 98

Production Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 98

Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

With this same principle applied there cannot be one standard transportation budget methodology applied while planning for 2021 The ability to respond to these challenges will determine the future strategies required in 2021 to ensure recovery and possible profitable performance. Streamlining the freight budget process. Operational KPIs.

Resource Reduction 62

Resource Reduction Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 62

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Exercise trackers like Fitbit or Garmin are part of an IoT network that collects and analyzes data from objects – people. Manufacturing efficiency. Energy efficiency and cost-saving. If companies are going to succeed with IIoT products, data will have to be at the heart of company strategy. IIoT use cases.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 111

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 2, 2023

By leveraging ERP analytics, manufacturers can streamline the management of sourcing strategies for materials and make informed decisions when selecting suppliers during the purchasing cycle. The ability to monitor transfers between multiple warehouses provides complete visibility, ensuring efficient inventory management.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing ERP 98

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

There is now a robust and growing market for real time transportation visibility solutions, which help shippers, carriers and the entire ecosystem run more cost-effective and efficient logistics operations. Until we have this kind of pervasive visibility, inventory management will continue to be largely an exercise in futility.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 98

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

It’s time to treat strategic route planning as a continuing process that keeps delivery operations running efficiently and meeting today’s higher customer service requirements. For most, re-routes are a painful and time-consuming exercise. Technologies have also evolved to make the strategic routing process easier and more agile.

Resource Reduction 65

Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Networks 65

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Product slotting is a warehouse term that involves placing products in optimal locations within a warehouse to enhance operational efficiency. And, we’ve also found that by implementing a sound warehouse slotting strategy, we’ve helped clients reduce their labour costs by up to 30%. What is slotting? Reduce product damage.

Production 74

Production Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction 74

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Read on to learn how you can make your supply chain function with less cost, greater efficiency, and improved customer service —or perhaps all three—by handing off some relevant activities to an external contractor. Access Industry-Leading Technology Outsourcing can help your company to exploit technology to improve supply chain efficiency.

Outsourcing 98

Outsourcing Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 98

Logistics in War

AUGUST 22, 2018

The Royal Australian Air Force, now armed with the fifth-generation fighter and other impressive air capabilities guided by a wholesale transformation strategy – Plan Jericho, has recently debated the need for a joint strike capability. Logistics and strategy are inseparable, each meaningless without the other. By David Beaumont.

Cost Reduction 106

Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Military Logistics Network Optimization Software 106

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but companies often underestimate its importance and hence pay it less leadership attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

Supply Chain Design Software 111

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction 111

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 15, 2022

Manufacturers know that the world has changed, They don’t have long production runs anymore, they know they have to ensure the quality and consistency of products, and they are under pressure to reduce costs and increase operational efficiency. They also know that this requires optimizing their manufacturing plants.

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software ERP Material Savings Cost Reduction 98

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Data governance is the process of ensuring that data is managed and used in an appropriate, secure and efficient way. The SOC 2 report gives customers insight into OneRail’s information security strategy and the steps taken to maintain compliance with the latest privacy, security and confidentiality standards. What Is Data Governance?

Compliance 195

Compliance Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 195

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 19, 2022

This situation has been compounded by the fact that Covid-19 essentially exposed what was already an underperforming process thanks to factors such as the US-China trade war, less efficient shipping routes and a huge drive to cut costs by consolidating loads. Align your business and supply chain strategies.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 105

Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Moreover, the factors and issues described here deal with the complexity of generating institutional strategy (as distinct from a military or operational strategy) and leadership within a complex environment. Realised strategy is usually a combination of what was intended and what was learned along the way. Strategic failure.

Negotiating Skills 75

Negotiating Skills Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Military 75

Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 3, 2024

Conclusion: Balancing Cost and Reliability : Fixed-rate contracts may not justify their risks; adopting flexible strategies and partnering with experienced freight forwarders is key. This blog explores the potential pitfalls of these contracts and why importers should exercise caution and business acumen when considering them.

Inventory Reduction 81

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Freight 81

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

We’ll begin with a look at pricing strategy. Do You Lack Confidence in Your Pricing Strategies? If not, your pricing strategies could inadvertently limit your profit margins , either by throttling revenue or gifting sales to your competitors. Are You Missing Opportunities in Pricing Strategy?

Negotiating Skills 98

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Analysis 98

Logistics in War

OCTOBER 13, 2018

1] Logistics might not be a competitor to strategy or tactics, but it most certainly helps determine ‘which side will have the most options available’; to seize advantage, if not define the way in which wars might be waged. [2] Operationally, the Army must look to efficient ways to set, sustain and collapse theatres.

Military 61

Military Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Logistics 61

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 15, 2016

Slotting is a warehouse term that refers to intentionally placing products within the warehouse storage medium to create warehouse efficiencies. All of these symptoms potentially are a sign that a slotting exercise is overdue. Warehouse Slotting can reduce labour costs by up to 20%! Warehouse Operations. Product Slotting.

Waste Reduction 73

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction 73

Logistics in War

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Firstly, it recommended conducting realistic wargames and exercises to reflect threats and the capability of the ‘logistics enterprise’ to respond. It’s a question that hits at the heart of strategic policy, if not national military strategy. It’s worth dwelling on what it found. 1] See Eccles, H.,

Military 100

Military Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction 100

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

However, you must exercise caution to make sure you do not damage your vendor-shipper relationship. Having accurate, efficient data integration into your processes frees up additional space for the entry of new orders. Metrics and KPIs may also be applied to performance management concepts to maintain efficiency within your workforce.

Data 91

Data Vendor Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Expense Reduction 91

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Supply chain strategy is critical to business success, but is often underestimated in its importance and hence receives less strategic attention than other areas of operation. Supply Chain Strategy. In other words, the majority did not recognise the need for close alignment between supply chain and general business strategies.

Supply Chain Design Software 99

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction 99

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Building resilience into their operations, either through new business strategies or new digital capabilities, is now a key priority for all shippers, carriers and logistics service providers. For many years, true cross-business collaboration has been a much preached but rarely practiced exercise within transportation.

Trends 68

Trends Sourcing Strategies Transportation Cost Reduction 68

WorkWave

JULY 30, 2024

Every component is essential: vehicles are the instruments, requiring precise tuning and maintenance for top performance; routes are the sheet music, meticulously planned for smooth and efficient operations; clients are the audience, anticipating a stellar performance that caters to their specific needs.

Optimization Software 52

Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software How To Resource Reduction 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2021

By implementing the aforementioned recommendations, organizations can not only ensure a more reliable and efficient demand supply balancing, but also ensure the S&OP continues to stay relevant in a world where resilience and sustainability are gaining prominence. One off recommendations are made about facility locations (i.e.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 108

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 108

Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

But is simply adding a digital component to the complex supply chain network enough to make it efficient? It will enable data sharing among all functions, highlight errors and outliers in the data, and speed up data analysis thus increasing efficiency, improving accuracy and lowering operating costs. What more is required?

Supply Chain Software 54

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design 54

Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The ability to exercise flexibility could be the difference among your competitors, making your shipment easier to cover. Make it easy and accessible for truck drivers to be able to enter your facility quickly and efficiently. Instead of giving specific dock times to load and unload, provide windows of time.

Freight 117

Freight Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 117

Logistics in War

MARCH 6, 2020

However, as logistics is a comprehensive system of activities and tasks, logistics readiness can only be assured by combining effective resource use with efficient processes, good governance, well-designed organisations with articulated authorities, and a willingness to address often unglamorous issues. Logistics organisation.

Military 59

Military Exercises Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 59

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2019

Let’s begin with a look at network planning, because whether your company requires one warehouse or five, your service, efficiency, and costs will be influenced heavily by your choice of location and capacity. Your distribution strategy too, will have a bearing on network optimisation. Some Tips for Multi-Warehouse Network Planning.

Supply Chain Design Software 103

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning 103