Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Complex supply chains generate more data, which companies can use to drive greater efficiency or engage in innovation that disrupts an entire industry—think Amazon. to anticipate conditions that signal an emerging demand spike.

Supply Chain Software 166

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains Data 166

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This has fuelled growth of the third-party outsourcing industry and expansion of scores of logistics service providers. the warehousing front, checking performance against just a few industry KPIs can quickly help managers determine how effective their operations are. Alas, in some cases, there is no supply chain strategy to speak of.

Outsourcing 52

Outsourcing Warehousing Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 52

MTS Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2023

From restructuring trade routes to adhering to strict regulations, the shipping industry faces a host of new challenges as it seeks ways to a more sustainable route. The shipping industry must face the financial consequences of adapting ports to better adapt to encroaching waters. However, these routes bring their own challenges.

Maritime 98

Maritime Temperature Exercises Scenario Planning 98

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 13, 2024

Mental health strategies in the fulfilment industry can be innovated, writes Zihana Jaleel, Head of HR at Huboo. The fulfilment industry has increasingly come under the spotlight for its treatment of employees, with particular attention to mental health and general wellbeing.

Strategy 49

Strategy Exercises Modeling Software Industry 49

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2022

However, such pivots will take several years and will be extremely capital intensive in some industries such as semiconductors or pharmaceuticals. Carrying out such design exercises on a frequent basis allows for organizations to pivot quickly to either tackle disruptions or to take advantage of opportunities.

Supply Chain Design Software 124

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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. Paul Webb is currently VP, Global Supply Chain Industry Principal at Coupa Software , where he guides customers and development in Supply Chain Design and Planning.

Scenario Planning 125

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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] More than 2,500 soldiers were involved in the exercise conducted over three weeks. 1] Kane, T., 3] Kane, T.,

Military 118

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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 124

Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 124

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 9, 2022

Digital transformation has quickly become an essential part of any successful business strategy which has also resulted in a skills gap. Investing in an ERP system and other business systems is an expensive exercise and by not investing resources into training and education, manufacturers will not get the full return on investment.

Course 105

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 5, 2020

With current events in mind, managing future supply chain disruptions will be an integral component of corporate strategy. Creating supply chain resilience is a holistic exercise that involves more than just a few savvy logistics people. How then to build a strategy? Unpredictable is not a reason to be unprepared.

Supply Chain Planning Software 45

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies 45

Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Organizations have addressed and responded to the situation in various ways and the adaptations have been unique to each market and industry served. The industry saw more parcel shipment related movements and trucking kept the economy afloat.

Resource Reduction 62

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

According to a study conducted by IBM and National Retail Federation (NRF), the retail and consumer goods industry is designating intelligent automation, also known as artificial intelligence, as the future of supply chain. A large amount of data is used as the base for making strategies and taking decisions. What more is required?

Supply Chain Software 54

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

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. However, for this to happen, one has to lay the technology foundation to ensure Design exercises can be performed in a repeatable and timely manner.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

Strategy and leadership teams might elect to be alerted to production line disruptions, for example, so they receive details about every impacted order. He founded FourKites in 2014 after recognizing pain points in the logistics industry and designing elegant and effective systems to address them. He lives in Chicago.

Inventory Reduction 105

Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Inventory 105

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

There are two different terms that are sometimes used interchangeably – the Internet of Things and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Exercise trackers like Fitbit or Garmin are part of an IoT network that collects and analyzes data from objects – people. While they are similar they are not the same.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 111

Logistics in War

OCTOBER 22, 2017

In 2016, the Australian Government released its 2016 Defence White Paper and the supplemental Defence Industry Policy Statement. Industry Statements signify Government intent to Australian Defence industry, and like strategic policy, combine hyperbole with requirements for change.

Industry 54

Industry Operations Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies 54

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 21, 2012

Industries. Industries. Industrial Manufacturing. Publishing Resources Industries. Emerging business needs and stiff competition are forcing organizations to rethink on the business strategies, often requiring them to identify avenues for improvements and leading them towards what is known as "Transformation".

Sourcing Strategies 38

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Airfreight Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Yulia Celetaria, Global Director, Pharma for AirBridgeCargo Airlines, said: “We are proud to be stepping away from the previously existing fragmented nature of the air cargo industry toward a collaborative approach where all the stakeholders function as a single unit to ensure the integrity of pharmaceutical products.

Scenario Planning 69

Scenario Planning Cargo Exercises Collaboration 69

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields. What Is Data Governance?

Compliance 195

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Bringg

AUGUST 16, 2018

This new subscription model has proven extremely successful in other industries. However, can this strategy be sustainable and profitable in the long term? With rising costs of fuel and driver salaries on the rise, the initiative could become a costly exercise.

Expense Reduction 72

Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Exercises 72

Dedola Global Logistics

JULY 28, 2023

The industry has observed lower volumes as importers exercise caution, contrary to expectations. Factors such as inflation-induced price hikes, media warnings of an impending recession, and steady industry layoffs have shifted consumer habits. Economic uncertainty has altered consumer shopping habits from previous peak seasons.

Price Reduction 98

Price Reduction Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Scenario Planning 98

Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

While these approaches can certainly deliver a significant return on investment (ROI), other strategies that can positively impact their transportation network are often overlooked – for example, thinking more strategically about capacity. Do you have a resilient and “stress-able” routing guide?

Capacity 74

Capacity Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction 74

AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

Tereos , the second biggest sugar producer worldwide, is an important stakeholder in this market, with 49 industry units in 4 continents. While prescriptive analytics is not entirely new in the industry, advances in computing power have made it a lot more accessible in recent years.

Procurement Analytics 111

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning How To 111

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 2, 2023

As members of one of the most highly regulated industries in the world, medical device manufacturers face numerous challenges. Challenge Three: Nurture procurement and supplier relationships ERP analytics ensures adherence to ethical standards and compliance with industry regulations, fostering transparency and accountability.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing ERP 98

ShipLilly

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Given CMA CGM’s position in the shipping industry, there are serious implications that result from this decision. Others are of the view that this is nothing more than a public relations exercise without really dealing with spot capacity and price issues. Some experts consider this decision to be a game-changer.

Price Reduction 94

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Material Savings Maritime 94

The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 21, 2017

On the one hand, the practice has become more sophisticated as people explore and learn application in contexts other than the original industrial examples. That book provides working examples of vertical linkage between organizational strategy and shop floor improvement efforts. This makes sense. Coaching Starter Kata.

Material Savings 237

Material Savings Examples Resource Reduction How To 237

Logistics in War

JUNE 17, 2018

In 2016, the Australian Government released its 2016 Defence White Paper and the supplemental Defence Industry Policy Statement. Industry Statements signify Government intent to Australian Defence industry, and like strategic policy, combine hyperbole with requirements for change.

Industry 43

Industry Operations Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies 43

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 30, 2015

Editor's Note: This guest contribution the Cerasis blog comes from our friends over at Fronetics an inbound and content marketing company who specializes in marketing for companies with a keen value adding business model for those in the supply chain and logistics industries. where has the time gone!). where has the time gone!).

Supply Chain Planning Software 92

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Anyone who works in the transportation industry knows that supply chains have never exactly been ‘normal’, writes Stephan Sieber (pictured), CEO of Transporeon. Although it’s hard to know for sure, here are three trends that are likely to shape the supply chain industry over the next 12 months. From resilience to optionality.

Trends 68

Trends Sourcing Strategies Transportation Cost Reduction 68

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.

Military 103

Military Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction 103

Logistics in War

OCTOBER 17, 2019

The hollowness and general inadequacy of the ADF’s logistics support was not a result of any strategy concept or policy including the ‘defence of Australia’ concept outlined in the policy document ‘Defence of Australia 1987’. Industry and national infrastructure must be available, especially in the case of deploying a force.

Resource Reduction 98

Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Operations Military 98

Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 2, 2016

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth greater than the average within their industries. 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

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. 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

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 22, 2023

Moreover, this exercise might need to be repeated several times depending on how the war proceeds. At the same time, another company might have twenty suppliers with similar pricing strategies, who supply the same raw material. What are the accepted lead times in the industry? Their time frame was short and resources limited.

Supply Chain Design Software 109

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2021

Madhav Durbha is the Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy Coupa Software , where his team helps customers and prospects solve various supply chain challenges. One off recommendations are made about facility locations (i.e., Prior to Coupa, Dr. Durbha held positions at LLamasoft, Kinaxis, JDA Software and i2 Technologies, Inc.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 116

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 15, 2022

In other words, VSM was an exercise, not part of a plan for improvement with a deployment strategy. Organizations will need to invest in MOM capabilities to remain competitive in the new manufacturing era of Industry 4.0.

Optimization Software 98

Optimization Software ERP Material Savings Cost Reduction 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] More than 2,500 soldiers were involved in the exercise conducted over three weeks. 1] Kane, T., 3] Kane, T.,

Military 62

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