Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

For senior leaders, understanding and integrating the three pillars of sustainability—environmental, social, and economic—into supply chain strategies is essential. Reducing carbon emissions is a cornerstone of this effort. Meanwhile, advances in AI-driven route optimization reduce unnecessary mileage, cutting emissions and costs.

Supply Chain Design Software 114

Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 114

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Over his 30+ year career in the supply chain, Richard has worked with manufacturers around the world in operations, supply chain, and lean strategy roles to develop systems that can manage complex supply chains on a global scale. Richard previously founded and led Factory Logic, Inc. acquired by SAP).

Inventory Reduction 418

Inventory Reduction Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Inventory 418

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Treating suppliers as essential partners in the field of direct spend management—almost like customers—can be a key component of a successful company strategy. Supply Chain Knowledge and Risk Mitigation: Suppliers have a direct impact on direct spend with raw material and transportation costs as two big drivers of operating margins.

Supply Chain Planning Software 112

Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 112

Log-hub

MARCH 7, 2025

Raw materials are extracted, transformed into products, used, and eventually discarded. A circular economy , where materials are reused, repurposed, or recycled to create a more sustainable supply chain that minimizes waste and maximizes value. H&Ms Garment Collecting Program is a perfect example of reverse logistics in action.

Waste Reduction 40

Waste Reduction Resource Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction 40

TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. To mitigate risks, manufacturers are embracing regionalized freight networks that reduce dependence on overseas suppliers and enable faster, more reliable deliveries.

Optimal Sourcing 67

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Cost Reduction Price Reduction 67

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

For example, with a data gateway, a supply planner gains accelerated access to customer orders, inventory levels, and transportation schedules, all in one place, to increase the user experience of making the right choice to identify inefficiencies and make better, more informed decisions.

Optimal Sourcing 126

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 126

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In 2017, a strategy consultant was hired to do a top-to-bottom assessment of the Boston University procurement program. This automation speeds the process and reduces costs associated with tedious, manual labor. The automation makes it feasible for BU to get early payment discounts on a significant amount of their spending.

Purchasing Skills 116

Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies Sourcing Procurement Solutions 116

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

5 Ways to Achieve Efficient Warehouse Design: Improve Layout Efficiency & Save Costs! Selecting the right material handling equipment is crucial for efficient operations in this area. This is just one example, but the golden rule is, reduce the amount of times that any inventory item is touched, between receiving and dispatching.

Sourcing Strategies 75

Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Cost Reduction 75

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just as your body needs multiple defense mechanisms to fight off illness, your supply chain needs various strategies to handle disruptions, whether they’re local supplier issues or global crises. Common examples of Supply Chain Disruptions So what are the main reasons that you need to consider supply chain resiliency in the first place?

Supply Chain Planning Software 74

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software 74

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. For example, Google Maps app is a public cloud application.

Vendor Strategies 118

Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software 118

3PL Links

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

These can be critical problems for companies looking to increase productivity and reduce expenses in logistics operations. Automation in logistics is like putting technology to do the heavy lifting, reducing errors and saving time. In addition, errors are also reduced, as the robots follow only the programmed instructions.

Supply Chain Software 62

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 12, 2022

This practice is typically owned by the sales and/or marketing organization, which is why it is so important for transportation and logistics departments to have input into customer service strategies. For example, do all customers need to be serviced equally regardless of size? This is where finance can help.

Cost Reduction 125

Cost Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction Price Reduction 125

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

For example, an ERP for automotive distributors needs to include not just a standard sales function but also allow for automotive-specific processes like call-offs and contract pricing, as well as other processes like returns and lot traceability. Inventory management and warehousing Thousands of parts are used in automotive distribution.

ERP 98

ERP Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement 98

CLX Logistics

MAY 3, 2024

A resilient and agile supply chain strategy is not just a prudent choice—it’s a necessity, especially within the context of chemical supply chains. Challenges in Supply Chain Strategy Planning Designing a resilient and agile supply chain organization is not without its challenges.

Material Savings 76

Material Savings Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Sourcing Strategies 76

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Looking to real-life examples for inspiration, we can ask, ‘Who does reverse logistics well?’ Simply defined, reverse logistics generally refers to the process of managing the flow of goods, products, or materials from the customer back to the seller or manufacturer. Some industries experience more returns than others.

Reverse logistics 74

Reverse logistics Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction 74

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 6, 2025

Change management was not solely focused on suppliers, buyers, and material managers all had to change how they operated. There were 65 material managers included in the initial rollout. For material managers, he made the case that they would be much more likely to get their inbound supplies on time. He needed to influence them.

Supply Chain Transformation 115

Supply Chain Transformation Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Procurement Solutions 115

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

In order to meet some requirements, for example, of customers or corporations, the resources managed in logistics can include tangible items such as food, materials, equipment, liquids and stuff as well as abstract items such as information, particles and energy.

Manufacturing Procurement 75

Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 75

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

You are Making Significant Logistics Strategy Changes : When you realize that your current WMS cannot support new processes effectively or at all. You are Facing New Omnichannel Fulfillment Requirements : The boom of ecommerce and direct to consumer demands require new strategies and cutting-edge WMS capabilities.

Modeling Software 221

Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies 221

3PL Links

DECEMBER 24, 2024

For example: we have the traditional warehouse and the cold storage warehouse. Meanwhile, cold storage is designed for storage that requires strict temperature control, such as perishable foods, pharmaceuticals, or biological materials. Reduction of time when carrying out tasks. Greater savings on operational costs.

Inventory Reduction 62

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Optimization Software Cost Reduction 62

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 14, 2025

The explosion in globalisation, and corresponding reduction in transport availability over the last decade or so, have together kiboshed some of the factors which once fueled a steady growth in offshore manufacture and procurement. Reducing bottlenecks in U.S. ports can help worldwide shipping to move more fluidly.

Cost Reduction 75

Cost Reduction Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Transportation 75

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

This acquisition aligns with LG’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the robotics sector, a key growth area for the company. This innovation facilitates seamless automation across a range of operations.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 85

Logistics Network Optimization Software Material Savings Factories Collaboration 85

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 31, 2022

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions for the construction, mobility, healthcare and other industrial application markets. Light construction – when the only support is a wooden, concrete or metal structure – requires the use of light materials, such as plasterboard. and Data Science.

Material Savings 106

Material Savings Cost Reduction Price Reduction Expense Reduction 106

Ship Monk

MARCH 27, 2024

ShipMonk combines the experience of our 3PL experts with the efficiency of time-saving automation so ecommerce brands of all sizes can scale and grow with our omnichannel fulfillment services. ShipMonk’s 3PL software , for example, is time-saving automation at its finest.

Supply Chain Software 104

Supply Chain Software Material Savings eCommerce Optimization Software 104

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

In today’s dynamic business environment, disruptions like material shortages or changing customer preferences can cripple your bottom line. Top Challenges Faced by Companies: Customer Preferences: Example: An online fashion retailer faces the challenge of constantly changing customer preferences.

Supply Chain Design Software 121

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Scenario Planning 121

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

At one of the demo booths, what stood out was the ability of the procurement solution to track savings leakage over the course of a contract. When a procurement contract is negotiated, the buyer has planned to achieve a certain level of savings. However, those savings can leak away in several different ways.

SAP 112

SAP Procurement Solutions Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics 112

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

So, how can organizations tackle the inflationary environment by finding significant cost savings opportunities while improving resiliency? transportation, warehousing) or materials – direct, indirect, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), goods for resale. Early pay discounts or extended payment terms.

Optimal Sourcing 109

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Supply Chain Software 109

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

So everything in the retailer’s Supply Chain strategy needs to be focused on the customer, and of course the shareholders, that goes without saying. Retail supply chain management is the process of planning, executing and controlling the flow of goods, services and information from raw materials to end customers.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Inventory Reduction 75

MTS Logistics

MARCH 13, 2024

In its own words, Cargill says the results “underscore the potential” for wind to change the trajectory of the shipping industry and its quest to reduce emissions for a greener future. In fact, these “sails” are made from the same material used to produce the blades for wind turbines used by wind farms.

Examples 105

Examples Material Savings Sourcing Data 105

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2024

With a service life of over ten years and a high proportion of recycled material, they reduce resource consumption and the need for new transport solutions. What legal requirements must be observed with regard to transport and storage (for example in terms of fire protection concept)?

Packaging 52

Packaging Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software Transportation 52

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Matt started his career as an electrician and quickly transitioned into selling building materials. Our platform was designed to reduce amount of time and cost associated with sourcing new warehouse and fulfillment space. Example: Ware2Go is providing on demand warehousing, so companies can scale with on?demand

Warehousing 370

Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software 370

Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety.

Materials Handling 78

Materials Handling Material Savings Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 78

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Importers will look for near-term strategies to move their shipments away from congested trade lanes or process containers further inland to minimize the impact of lead time variability that has dramatically increased in 2021. Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies.

Waste Reduction 141

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 141

Trinity Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

HVAC contractors and plumbers continue to face supply chain woes like material shortages and rising costs. CONSIDER ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS It might be worth checking into other materials as they may be easier to get your hands on. Considering Instead, plan and stock up on the materials you most often use for your projects.

Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings Supply Chains 118

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

By implementing an ERP system, manufacturers can harness the power of streamlined processes and automation to reduce wastage and costs, improve productivity and increase communication. With centralized information sharing also comes greater collaboration between departments, reducing the problem of duplicated work.

ERP 94

ERP Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Inventory Reduction 94

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 1, 2022

However, effectively dealing with these challenges and optimizing a manufacturing business’ processes is challenging without adopting and implementing a Bill of Materials (BOM) to accompany an organization’s ERP system. What is a Bill of Materials? Benefits of Bill of Materials (BOM) for manufacturers.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Inventory Reduction 111

Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

These driverless machines have replaced some manual labor and forklifts, moving materials efficiently and safely, thus redefining industrial operations. In this article, we explore how these AGVs are changing the warehouse industry by minimizing human error, reducing labor costs, and setting new standards for productivity and safety.

Materials Handling 74

Materials Handling Material Savings Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 74

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Costs can be reduced and production processes organized more efficiently, in addition to the benefits for people and the environment. One current example is the crate developed with Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, which is made from 97 per cent recycled plastic. The result: the new crates are just as resistant as the previous ones.

Waste Reduction 56

Waste Reduction Waste Material Savings Supply Chain Design 56