Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

We’re talking about creating a flexible, adaptable network that can absorb shocks, adjust to sudden changes, and keep your business running even when faced with unexpected challenges. Once this exercise is completed, your company can then assess the risk from tier-two suppliers onwards.

Supply Chain Planning Software 74

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

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

The logistics sector is currently at a crossroads, induced by the global phase-out of 2G and 3G networks. Imagine a lorry driver crossing an international border, only to discover that the 2G network they depend on for navigation and tracking has suddenly gone dark.

Networks 58

Networks Logistics Network Optimization Software Definition Vendor Strategies 58

AIMMS

JANUARY 30, 2019

Part I in our series on assessing your supply chain network’s maturity . How does you r supply chain network design compare to others ? Our findings show that most respondents rely on a combination of spreadsheets (nearly 60%), gut feel (15%) and previous experience (46%) to make supply chain network decisions.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 62

Kane is Able

JUNE 27, 2019

Distribution network optimization has become a white-hot topic these days as “the Amazon effect” leads businesses to evaluate how quickly they can get products to customers. Warehouse optimization modeling exercises examine the upside of being closer to customers versus the downside of carrying more inventory in more locations.

Network Optimization Software 50

Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Optimization Modeling Optimization Software 50

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 5, 2022

Supply chain design was once seen as an activity to be endured every few years — a strategic exercise that wasn’t tied to operations. Now, however, competitive companies are realizing that every decision they make should be used as an opportunity to improve the configuration and use of their networks. .

Supply Chain Design 75

Supply Chain Design Supply Chains Exercises Networks 75

AIMMS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

We often get asked what kind of return on investment you should expect to see when using our network design technology. While businesses differ in complexity and size, for this exercise we extrapolated based on these $7.5Bn baselines. Justifying the investment: AIMMS Network Design ROI.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Network Optimization Software 62

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 31, 2024

They already have the infrastructure, relationships with carriers, and technology systems in place – you just plug into their network and start moving your products. Making the Final Decision Let’s bring this all together with a practical exercise. Well, there’s plenty. Are your shipping error rates increasing?

3PL 75

3PL Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory 75

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

Across many of our industries, conventional wisdom about best practices for supply chain operations and logistical networks is being challenged. Their transportation networks are more diverse, in many cases aided by connections to digital freight marketplaces. Challenges drive dramatic shifts in supply chain and logistics.

Supply Chain Software 136

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 136

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2024

Target allowed a third party HVAC vendor access to their networks, where the vendor remotely monitored the operating state of the building automation systems at multiple Target locations. The third party vendor, however, was breached by an attacker, who then used the vendor’s remote access privileges to breach Target’s network.

Supply Chain Software 124

Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Automation 124

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

As a result, data security and compliance have become a critical component of logistics operations, although implementing adequate controls can present numerous challenges in these complex networks. In fact, courier delivery networks that operate independently of an integrated platform have been flagged as a significant SOX risk.

Compliance 195

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

MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In essence, the influence of cultural differences on transportation encompasses communication and language differences, cultural protocols and business habits, customs and export procedures, the dynamic political and legal environment, logistics infrastructure and transportation networks, as well as cultural needs and consumer behavior trends.

Expense Reduction 106

Expense Reduction Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Transportation 106

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The rapid shifts to eCommerce during the pandemic caused retailers and brand owners alike to flex their network nodes (where goods are made and inventories are stocked) significantly. Just a handful of optimization and operations research experts ran models of the network and made recommendations. This capability will be game changing.

Supply Chain Design Software 105

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 105

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2022

Technology will provide significant assistance in this arena by helping design sustainable networks and having risk indicators for ecological, financial, or judicial factors for the multi-tier supplier network. Design Centers of Excellence will aid such frequent assessments and executing on design decisions.

Supply Chain Design Software 124

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 124

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 29, 2022

None of this equipment was designed to work in a networked, Internet-based environment. In the first blog, it was pointed out that any project to optimize manufacturing operations should start with a value stream mapping (VSM) exercise. Flexible, low-cost sensors can be deployed in industrial scenarios.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Purchasing Skills 111

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 20, 2023

An ERP application consists of a wide range of elements, including processes and workflow, master data, and hardware and network infrastructure. Software security — No manufacturer could afford to have the number of IT staff that cloud vendors employ to ensure systems and networks are thoroughly analyzed and protected.

ERP 105

ERP Optimization Software Security How To 105

Logistics in War

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Networks and effective integration, as described throughout 2017 on Logistics in War , will be critical to this end. Local Caption The landscape west of Port Augusta became a hive of activity as the 1st Brigade undertook its pinnacle training activity for 2018 – Exercise Predators Run.

Military 118

Military Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Logistics 118

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2024

Resolution To address these challenges, companies are seeking comprehensive supply chain planning solutions that can act as a margin multiplier by optimizing resources, managing inventory, and enabling real-time collaboration and visibility across the supply chain network.

Scenario Planning 126

Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 126

Logistics Management

MARCH 23, 2018

At the core of this relationship, the companies said that retailers using CommerceHub’s drop-ship platform and network to expand product selections will now be able to leverage Convey’s active delivery management offering to drive new revenue growth opportunities for various product categories that, they said, “require complex delivery orchestration,” (..)

Exercises 55

Exercises Networks Production 55

Logistics in War

MAY 11, 2023

Logistics and force posture National Defence requires the ADF to develop a north-Australia network of bases ‘to provide a platform for logistics support, denial and deterrence’ (p19). This must be achieved while Defence reforms in the wake of National Defence , and in a state of heightened preparedness.

Military 127

Military Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics 127

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

On a world scale there are thousands of providers offering third-party services, yet there are only a handful of verylarge ones with the ability, network, systems and infrastructure needed for multinational customers. It must be a joint exercise. But what about cost of service? This is a mistake.

Outsourcing 52

Outsourcing Warehousing Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills 52

Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 21, 2016

After being largely ignored for many years, distribution network design has recently surged to the top of the priority list for many supply chain leaders. Distribution network design has surged to the top of the priority list for supply chain leaders. The Signs That Should Prompt a Distribution Network Design Review.

Supply Chain Design Software 40

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Distribution Networks 40

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2021

This can result in a messy supply chain network and flows that adversely impact cost-to-serve as can be seen in figure 1 in case of a distribution intense company we worked with. This network evolved over a period of time as the company went through significant shifts such as acquisitions and launching of several new products.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

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

Ship Monk

JUNE 20, 2022

Yes, there are also cute company dogs present, warehouse tours, and the occasional lighthearted team-building exercise, but overall, employees keep their eyes on the prize of enhancing our 3PL’s ability to kick eCommerce butt.

3PL 98

3PL eCommerce Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions 98

MTS Logistics

JUNE 19, 2020

Sporting goods, exercise equipment, hardware and office supplies have seen the largest gains (except essentials like groceries, cleaning supplies, etc.). According to BazaarVoice Network, hardware and office supplies increased around 60% year over year. While sporting goods and exercise equipment increased 86%.

Trends 63

Trends Exercises eCommerce Availability 63

Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2017

Shippers looking to make structural improvements within their logistics operations often immediately turn to more significant changes such as implementing new technology solutions or redesigning their distribution network in order to see the best return. Do you have a resilient and “stress-able” routing guide?

Capacity 74

Capacity Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction 74

Airfreight Logistics

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Abdulrahman Al-Mubarak, Saudia Cargo’s Chief Commercial Officer, stated that “all Formula-E cars have successfully been transported, Saudia Cargo team exercised extreme care in the ground-handling operations, and coordinated the entire process with the organizers of the Championship.

Cargo 62

Cargo Transportation Exercises Events 62

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 2, 2025

Over a relatively short period, a transport or fleet manager’s ability to support an efficient distribution network through route and delivery optimisation has shifted from almost nil to almost limitless. But first, what is route optimisation?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 75

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics 75

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The techniques require different degrees of sophistication, but even the relatively simple exercise of putting data from different sources in the same space and producing a visual representation can suggest strategies for transformation. Promoting Cooperation within the Organization and across the Partner Network.

Supply Chain Software 166

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains Data 166

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

IoT is a set of technologies that help to connect physical objects into networks so they can monitor their local environment, collect data, communicate with each other and with external factors such as other systems and humans.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 111

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2019

Planning a Warehouse Network and Design: Key Factors to Consider. In this post, I’d like to talk about the key factors that will impact on the optimum facility network and design required to meet your warehousing or storage requirements. 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

Logistics in War

APRIL 9, 2020

The key is effective data analysis, trusted modelling tools and a systematic approach that provides total visibility across the entire supply network. This will support an effective demonstration of probable outcomes during the planning phase based on selected COAs, supported by an ability to intervene where required.

Supply Chain Planning Software 85

Supply Chain Planning Software Military Exercises Logistics Network Optimization Software 85

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

My exercise plans for the weekend are set. Surging online orders slow Wal-Mart delivery network (Reuters). The company said on Wednesday “that soaring online purchases have caused delays in its distribution network,” according to Reuters. Rake today, shovel tomorrow. Dockworkers Walk Out of Labor Talks (WSJ – sub.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 29, 2017

The first one arrived a few years ago when a growing number of companies started treating supply chain design as a continuous business process instead of a standalone project or a once-a-year exercise. So it launched a pilot program with six dealers to obtain regular updates on lead time and forecast data using Excel spreadsheets and email.

Supply Chain Design Software 44

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software 44

Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Some truck carriers have introduced last mile delivery services for items such as exercise equipment, mattresses, and furniture. However, as more consumers become habitual to ordering larger, bulkier items, FedEx and UPS, in particular, have struggled because their small parcel facilities and networks are not designed for such items.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 69

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 69

Airfreight Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

.” Andrea Battaglia, Special Products Development Manager, Alha Group, highlights: “AirBridgeCargo is carrying out extraordinary planning and coordination activities across its entire network, in preparation for the distribution of the vaccine and treatments for Covid-19.

Cargo 69

Cargo Scenario Planning Exercises Collaboration 69

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Network analysis will be crucial for finding the best configuration of return centres, given factors like retail locations and transport facilities with backhaul possibilities. Speed will be an important factor. The faster a returned item moves through the system, the greater the net value that can be recovered.

Reverse logistics 74

Reverse logistics Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction 74

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2015

The 4PL helped to integrate Maytag operations through consolidating DC networks, optimizing routing of DC shipments , determining optimal fleet size and operating network, combining collocated Maytag and Whirlpool RDS locations and integrating the Hi/Lo network to improve product availability and fill rates.

Case Study 93

Case Study Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 93