Talking Logistics

MAY 13, 2019

I’ve been an industry analyst for over 20 years and achieving timely and accurate supply chain visibility has always been — and continues to be — a top priority for companies across all industries. It’s an ongoing challenge because supply chains continue to get more fragmented, more global, and more dynamic.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 31, 2023

Live Webinar: SCM. The correct use of planning techniques allows us to have an accurate and agile plan. Ever wondered what cycling and planning a supply chain have in common? Register for our free webinar on August 23rd @ 2pm GMT with Matt Spooner, Kinaxis and Peter MacLeod, Editor of Logistics Business Magazine.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In February, Klaus Niebur, the director of global supply chain risk management at Autoliv, and Jan Thiessen, the managing director at targetP!, spoke on best practices on supply chain risk management at ARC Advisory Group’s Digital Transformation in Industry conference. in turn, is a boutique procurement consultancy.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

For supply chains, this advancing technology enables the building of a framework in which rapid responses and solutions in an increasingly intricate network can be designed and implemented quickly and easily. 11 Improvements by the Deployment of the Internet of Things in the Supply Chain. equipment uptime. Improve service levels.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

The roles of logistics and procurement in an efficient supply chain cannot be overstated. Due to this problem, the only logical solution is to increase collaboration between the supply chain managers and procurement teams. . The age of technology has the potential to dramatically reduce inefficiencies in the supply chain.

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AIMMS

MARCH 2, 2021

Districon is a consulting company that brings the power of optimization and analytics closer to supply chain processes. S&OE is all about how reality compares to the S&OP plan. Our recent webinar shared 3 must-haves for companies to improve their S&OE capability. Let’s dive in. S&OP/IBP and S&OE.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, accounts that are just starting out in ecommerce sales with lower monthly order volumes typically need a lot of attention. For example, a brand searching for its first 3PL will have different requirements and needs than one coming from a 4PL or transferring inventory from another 3PL that wasn’t previously meeting their needs.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

However, technology has risen to dramatically alter the execution of supply chain functions. However, this sharing of information would have not been possible without the use of technology across the supply chain. What’s Causing the Shift Towards Greater Use of Technology in Supply Chain Functions? Consumers Demand More Now.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

The Internet of Things (IoT) seems to be popping up in more conversations throughout the entire supply chain , and more businesses have turned towards IoT experts for guidance on how to take advantage of its benefits. For example, a subtle change in hydraulic pressure may still permit the machine to operate. Automated Data Transfers.

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Parade

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As we close out another wild year in the supply chain, many companies are looking forward to 2022 (and the potential relief it may bring for some of the supply chain hurdles we’ve faced the past couple of years), setting goals, and making plans. How Can Parade Help Brokers Plan for a Better Future?

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Parade

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As we close out another wild year in the supply chain, many companies are looking forward to 2022 (and the potential relief it may bring for some of the supply chain hurdles we’ve faced the past couple of years), setting goals, and making plans. How Can Parade Help Brokers Plan for a Better Future?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Risk permeates supply chains. The best-laid plans to avoid as many risks as possible often fall on deaf ears in supply chain management, but supply chain executives who take the time to understand the greatest threats can successfully position their companies to overcome such risks. In the short-term future.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

In this blog he provides a simple reference guide to better yourself as a supply chain leader. and/or capabilities of the supplier and meet companies' short- and/or long-term supply needs. Supplier Development contributes towards 5 Key Work Streams in Supply Base: . Lead Time Reduction in Supply Chain.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 23, 2014

We pick up where we left off yesterday from posting the Top 10 Manufacturing Blog Posts for 2014 by page views from the Cerasis blog by featuring the Top 10 Supply Chain Blog Posts in 2014. What did you find most intriguing in the Supply Chain arena in 2014? Top Supply Chain Blog Posts for 2014. I hope you enjoy!

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

As we discussed in our recent Supply Chain webinar, this is not an easy task if you have a lot of fluctuating demand and uncertainty in your production process. In addition, the glass business has a long-term planning horizon, production scheduling informs this long-term planning horizon.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

In this blog, Greg discusses the real cost of inaction when you dont adopt new supply chain technology. New Supply Chain Technology: The Real Cost of Inaction. Knowing when it's time to invest in new supply chain technology for your business is sometimes easy—a system fails, or you have a new line of business that requires a change.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

However, one thing that should come to mind is the prowess of the retail giant’s supply chain excellence. million employees without a focus on good supply chain management. is one of a growing number of big-box retailers building out their supply chains with distribution centers designed to meet the demands of online shopping.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

When applied to S&OP and IBP, modeling and optimization enable you to balance out scenarios and perform what-if analyses so you can analyze how these different scenarios will affect your inventory and/or cost. In an advanced form, such an approach can also generate the best case scenario for your business.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

In the below is a real world example of a consultant coming to a third party logistics company with the goal of choosing a warehouse and 3pl provider. Create a seamless Supply Chain working n collaboration with a 3PL. This two-part blog series will take you thru the RFP questions along with the answers you'd expect to see from the 3PL.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

In order to avoid incidents of mismatch between supply and demand, establish more efficient manufacturing and lower costs, it is necessary to establish an environment of consistent supply chain visibility. One of the often missing links, however, in supply chain visibility, is transportation management.

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AIMMS

JULY 13, 2020

Integrated Business Planning (IBP), as defined by its creators at Oliver Wight , is “the business planning process that extends the principles of S&OP throughout the end-to-end supply chain, product, service and customer portfolios, customer demand and strategic planning, to deliver one seamless management process.”

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2015

Supply chain management in manufacturing is by no means a simple process, but the United States is learning from past mistakes and they're poised to start playing a little catch-up in the manufacturing world due to their expertise. Government Weighs In on Supply Chain Management in Manufacturing. Concrete Plans.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

First off, shippers should only use historical truck carrier rates for budgetary purposes such as planning transportation costs for certain freight. You can also use historical truck carrier rates when planning transportation budgets if your shipments aren’t affected by seasonal changes. You Have A Good Amount Of Historical Data.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

In fact, the introduction of Qualcomm’s OmniTracs ™ in 1988 and UPS’ roll-out of the DIAD ( Delivery Information Acquisition Device ) four years later are prime examples of pioneering companies investing in mobile technology as a means to drive efficiencies and create competitive advantage. But, it’s not going to stop there.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

.* When applied to S&OP and IBP, modeling and optimization enable you to balance out scenarios and perform what-if analyses so you can analyze how these different scenarios will affect your inventory and/or cost. In an advanced form, such an approach can also generate the best case scenario for your business.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2018

With effective logistics planning and strategies, you can run a supply chain smoothly without too many concerns. However, disruptions can occur even with the best plans in place. If your company encounters a supply chain crisis, it is important not to panic. Develop a response plan for major disruptions.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

Improving predictability in outcomes is valuable, but ensuring your supply chain is nimble enough to act on the data is even more so. With demand forecasting being complex, it is easy to lose supply chain visibility. The presence of data throughout the supply chain is vital to its evolution. Demand forecasting is hard.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 7, 2020

In the current economic scenario where businesses are shutting shops with alarming regularity, it has become necessary for organizations to diversify their supply chain. Given the importance of the subject, we hosted a webinar on the topic – From Chips to Dips in Service? Supply Chain Impact of Diversifying.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Nulogy and Kinaxis have unveiled a strategic partnership aimed at developing innovative solutions for global supply chain networks within brand manufacturing. This fusion of technologies is designed to increase supply chain agility and responsiveness.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

Understanding how different factors affect the supply chain remains a top priority for research firms around the globe. From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

All of a sudden, your planning board turns into a deeply tangled mess. Let’s take an example from one of our clients in manufacturing. Building agility into their planning process was not possible with spreadsheets. Nampak was able to build a production planning system in less than 6 months.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

As part of our ongoing commitment to keep our blog readers updated on what’s happening in the supply chain and logistics world, we’re launching a regular industry news roundup, which we’ll release periodically. Increased near-shoring in Mexico and elsewhere as companies seek shorter supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market.

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ShipLilly

MAY 19, 2021

There has been a void in logistics labor supply since 2020 and now it is time to think about filling it. For example, Amazon announced that it was hiring up to 175,000 new workers during March. Industries associated with the supply of medical essentials and protective equipment are particularly anxious to be fully staffed.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Supply chain risk management and resiliency are hot-button topics in the industry. However, minute supply chain entities do not understand how resilience relates to risk management and what it means for improving focus on the supply chain. Role of Supply Chain Risk Management. What Types of Risk Affect the Supply Chain?

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2017

Modern supply chains have access to more information and technology than ever before, creating a new, digital supply chain. However, the digital supply chain has grown increasingly reliant on the use of “smart technologies,” such as those involved in automated data capture, analyses and the Internet of Things (IoT).

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 22, 2022

Margins for manufacturing firms are under pressure from increasing competition, rising material prices, high labour costs and supply chain disruptions. For example: Your inventory manager likely wants better accuracy of the quantity and location of inventory. Picking (in batches, by expiry date or by location, for example).

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