Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Procurement has never played such an important role in the increasingly globalised economy. Has procurement fundamentally changed itself in the past 10 years? Strategic Procurement can mean totally different things in different industries and sectors. The time when Procurement was almost a synonym to Purchasing has long gone.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 98

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Automotive distributors play a vital role in the automotive supply chain by procuring parts, warehousing them, and then supplying them to OEMs (original equipment manufacturer), retailers or end consumers. Using a supplier portal, distributors can mitigate these risks by quickly checking where alternative parts can be sourced.

ERP 98

ERP Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Inventory Reduction 98

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. Indirectly, the rest of the world benefits too.

Cost Reduction 75

Cost Reduction Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Transportation 75

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 15, 2025

The modern supply chain is a complex network of suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and customers, all interconnected and reliant on a shared ecosystem of trust and accountability. Ethical sourcing entails: Labor Practices: Ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and compliance with local and international labor laws.

Supply Chain Planning Software 110

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Compliance Optimal Sourcing 110

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

When Levitt made his insight public, manufacturers often dictated what the market would receive, leaving customers with little other choice than take it or leave it. Truck manufacturers have been experimenting with multiple radio controlled trailers so that one driver can handle greater transport volumes.

3PL 74

3PL Trends Supply Chain Design Software Industry 74

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy. Anthony’s clients varied from construction, trucking, industrial, software, manufacturing, and retail industries.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 359

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement 359

Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Professionals are gaining unprecedented exposure across the organization, from manufacturing and sales teams to production and finance departments.

Manufacturing Procurement 89

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Trends Production 89

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing collectively contribute significantly to carbon emissions, making these areas critical for meaningful change. Ethical sourcing is a fundamental aspect of social sustainability. The impact of supply chains on local communities cannot be overlooked.

Supply Chain Design Software 112

Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 112

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just ask any manufacturer who’s had to halt production because a single critical component wasn’t available. 2) Diversify Your Operations The companies most likely to get through a crisis are those that have made an effort to diversify their operations and implement multi-sourcing strategies.

Supply Chain Planning Software 74

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

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

As a global conference, exhibition and networking experience, we attract some of the biggest oil and gas companies and top-performing engineering, procurement and construction firms, all groups who are eager to capitalize on the benefits of Breakbulk Americas and connect with new supply chain partners. 27 – Thursday, Sept. 29 at the George R.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 359

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Events Conference 359

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

Robotic Process Automation Deployment According to the APQC data, organizations are exploring Robotic Process Automation across a number of supply chain areas, including supply chain planning, sourcing and procurement, logistics and warehousing, and manufacturing. Many technologies are implemented as a source of cost cutting.

Supply Chain Software 120

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chains 120

Talking Logistics

JUNE 13, 2024

In April 2023, one of our Indago members — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — submitted the following question: “We see the future of transport moving toward electric and autonomous vehicles.

Manufacturing Procurement 157

Manufacturing Procurement Transportation Operations Trucking 157

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Source: J.P. Global Manufacturing PMI Global Trade as a Barometer Clearly domestic business activity is much larger than international trade. The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Indexes The J.P. I see that as a positive.

Manufacturing Procurement 128

Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills GEP Price Reduction 128

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2025

The Need for Speed When you talk to supply chain planning software suppliers, they identify similar trends. And the trends they are focused on have a direct impact on their product development plans. This creates a unified view by stitching together data sources in real time. Many companies are planning at the edge of chaos, Ms.

Supply Chain Planning Software 91

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Scenario Planning Modeling Software 91

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

To examine supply chain management priorities, performance, and anticipated trends, APQC conducted its 10 th annual Supply Chain Management Priorities and Challenges research, including a survey of more than 350 supply chain professionals from around the world and across multiple industries.

Supply Chain Planning Software 124

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 124

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The high-tech firm is more than a manufacturer of PCs, tablets, smartphones, and servers. The company has more than 2000 suppliers and operates over 30 manufacturing sites. It might highlight logistics jams, manufacturing capacity, quality issues, or procurement cost trends. Factories serve local markets.

Supply Chain Planning Software 103

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Scenario Planning Supply Chains 103

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2024

Reducing reliance on single suppliers and diversifying supply sources can mitigate the impact of disruptions in specific regions or industries. Sunpower was once one of the larger domestic solar manufacturers and remained resilient during the cleantech bust of the early 2010s has finally met its match.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains 116

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

And even before they begin, they must realize these problems are too big for any single team—supply chain must connect with finance and procurement to treat the n-tier suppliers as an extended part of their network and become their preferred customer. By identifying these gaps, you can create sourcing events to close them.

Supply Chain Design Software 122

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Optimal Sourcing 122

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 13, 2024

The three steps in realizing the vision are 1) flexible, reconfigurable plant; 2) global manufacturing networks of flexible, configurable plants; 3) the integration of the previous step with digital, certified, encrypted product definitions. flexible manufacturing in fast-moving products. both in the process and discrete industries.

Networks 115

Networks Manufacturing Procurement Industry Supply Chain Planning Software 115

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

In this scenario, by adopting an adaptive supply chain, the retailer uses real-time data analytics to identify emerging trends and collaborate closely with suppliers to quickly adjust production and inventory levels to meet customer demand. This collaboration enables faster response times and cost savings.

Supply Chain Design Software 118

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Scenario Planning 118

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Management practices such as lean manufacturing and just-in-time inventory management, along with globalization, have made tremendous impact on cost and service, but have accentuated risk. Globalization, nearshoring and friendshoring trends are amplifying the supply chain risks. This is where AI can make all the difference.

Supply Chain Design Software 111

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 111

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2024

Jeff Erwin, VP of manufacturing at G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers , has been helping to accelerate the digital transformation while aligning with the company’s goals and mission to improve its operational efficiency and meet customer requirements and regulatory compliance challenges by tracking and measuring performance.

Digital 118

Digital Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software 118

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2022

The percentage of purchases made and fulfilled through digital commerce has exploded in the past two years, advancing a pre-pandemic trend by as much as 10 years according to some industry watchers. Automate, automate, automate – This is not a new idea or trend.

Supply Chain Software 131

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 131

Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Supply Chain Agility is Critical Vertical integration and local or regional sourcing/manufacture are two of the most important elements in maintaining the supply chain agility needed to compete with fast fashion trailblazers like Zara. What’s on the Fast Fashion Horizon?

Supply Chain Design Software 75

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software 75

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

When stock reaches a certain threshold the system automatically triggers purchase orders to suppliers. Predictive Analytics and Demand Forecasting – Modern supply chain systems analyse historical data, market trends and even weather patterns to predict future demand. What are the benefits of supply chain automation?

Supply Chain Software 75

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 75

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Fill Rate (Order Fill, Line Fill, Unit Fill) While fill rate might be one of the components making up your perfect order KPI, it’s not a bad idea to keep track of order fill and line fill as KPIs in their own right, especially if in full performance is not trending above 98%. Use weekly, monthly, and year-on-year data for your analysis.

Supply Chains 74

Supply Chains Procurement Analytics Inventory Reduction Purchasing Skills 74

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2025

As a term it encompasses the strategic alignment of business practices between suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers working to optimise resource utilisation, reduce costs, and enhance customer service. The distributor, seeing this uptick and wanting to stay safe, orders 30% more from the manufacturer.

Supply Chain Design Software 75

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 75

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Having an agent detect how long it takes to ship from a supplier site to a manufacturing facility, and then doing a running calculation on how the average lead time is changing, is trivial math. But very few vendors are taking those alerts and automatically feeding them into their manufacturing planning solutions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 140

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 140

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

The most interesting thing that Blue Yonder is doing from an OMS standpoint is driving promising and pre-sourcing to retailers. Joule can analyze the sustainability practices of suppliers and manufacturers that a retailer partners with. And if they are not, the retailer can look at alternative sources that aligns to their goals.

Supply Chain Planning Software 112

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning 112

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 8, 2023

Zero marks the historical average, and changes in either direction mark standard deviations from that trend. But chicken and eggs are not the only protein source that has been facing supply chain shortages. Actually, when looking a bit closer at the numbers, supply pressures actually fell below normal. in December 2021.

Supply Chain Planning Software 111

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning Food and Agriculture 111

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2024

-based carrier’s role in Mexico as nearshoring manufacturing trends drive more cross-border trade. Global supply chains are shifting, Mexico’s role in global trade is growing, and Mexican small and medium enterprises and manufacturing sectors are looking for reliable access to the U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 108

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 108