Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

An automotive company I collaborated with conducted detailed modeling of potential tariff impacts on semiconductor supply chains. Technology Integration : The adoption of artificial intelligence has proven transformative in supply chain management.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 25, 2019

“3PL Sales Success in 2019 – Crushing Your Sales Goal” was a webinar conducted in late January 2019 by Joe Lynch and Ann Holm. Below is a recording of the webinar along with an outline of the topics covered in the webinar. New Business Models, New Technologies and New Investors. What is a 3PL Sales Platform?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2015

The webinar was titled “The Growth of E-Commerce and Its Freight Transportation Impacts” and was held on January 21, 2015 as part of the DOT/FHA’s monthly webinar series titled, “Talking Freight”. Those who wish to access and download the webinar may visit the FHA’s “Talking Freight” website here.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 20, 2021

Ballooning trip volumes, LTL capacity crunches, increasing fuel consumption, lack of driver availability and the need to scale self-service type delivery models pose significant operational challenges for 3PLs/carriers. Best practices to optimize fuel consumption, create multi-drop delivery routes, and scale delivery operations.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2018

Over the next two years, manufacturers are set to invest more than $250 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and the use of technology to improve manufacturing will only increase. Let us take a closer look at some the advanced manufacturing technologies set to define the state of manufacturing throughout 2018.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 24, 2021

ON-DEMAND WEBINAR. But the COVID-19 pandemic has now highlighted both the fragility and the importance of international supply chains, the 'first mile', where technology focus has lagged in the past. You will learn: How to prioritize TMS investments today? How to assess your logistics maturity for tech fit?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

This is a summary post of the 9 pillars of technological advance report from Boston Consulting Group. 9 Progressive Information Technology Movements Moving Manufacturing into Industry 4.0. These simulations will leverage real-time data to mirror the physical world in a virtual model. Horizontal and Vertical System Integration.

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AIMMS

JULY 19, 2017

The list includes the best of our blog and news items, our latest webinars and most recent case studies. Looking for a software provider for Business Analytics, S&OP, Inventory Optimization, Production Planning & Scheduling or SC Network Design? It’s the perfect companion for an inspiring holiday break! .

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Ultimately, your voice must become one with B2B e-commerce technology if you want to retain a working relationship with B2B companies. Businesses Want Platforms, Not Individual Systems. In the past, software-as-a-service (SaaS) grew to dominate the manufacturing and warehousing industries.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

In an era where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, technology has become the bedrock upon which supply chain professionals build their strategies. These tools are helping businesses advance operations, enhance efficiency and drive growth, irrespective of the volatile economic market conditions. The answer lies in data.

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AIMMS

JUNE 25, 2019

We recently hosted a webinar on this topic, sharing insights to help you overcome the top 5 setbacks that affect organizations. . As AIMMS’ Brian Dooley and Paul van Nierop explain, some of the issues can be addressed by using the right technology. Not all tools are equally data- hungry and some are easier to use than others.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 20, 2015

With the purpose of optimizing supply chain efficiency and asset recovery rates, applying a reverse logistics system has increasingly become a tool that positively impacts profitability as well as assisting an organization in meeting sustainability goals. 6 Benefits of an Effective Reverse Logistics System. Increased velocity.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

Technology and Manufacturing: It is a Part of the Cerasis DNA & How we Empower our Manufacturing Shippers. At Cerasis, our backbone is business process improvement through technology. Our technology department in Tulsa is comprised of several developers who solve our customers’ transportation management needs.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

A September 5 MHL-hosted webinar, sponsored by DHL. EDT (GMT -4, New York) Duration: 1 Hour Event Type: Live Webinar Cost: Free. Engineering & Manufacturing (E&M) companies are advancing their business models to focus more on providing services and capability to their customers, a practice known as “servitization.”

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Unlike Descriptive (focused on reporting with basic trend or pattern recognition) or Predictive Analytics (focused on predicting the future with forecasting techniques), Prescriptive Analytics uses techniques like machine learning and mathematical modeling to help you improve decision making. Feeling boxed in with Off the Shelf software.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 Market conditions play a crucial role in shaping challenges professionals face when managing their organization’s supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Design and planning software has been utilized for the last several decades to manage these operational risks. It is critical that supply chain design tools model real world complexity to effectively model the risks. It is critical that supply chain design tools model real world complexity to effectively model the risks.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 1, 2016

Digital technologies, such as big data, business analytics, augmented reality and 3-D printing, are converging to transform the way manufacturing is done. In addition, the shift toward responsive technology manufacturing methods is shaping the new industrial revolution. Responsive Technology #1: Mobile Customer Engagement.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

With the aid of modern supply chain technology applications, you can create better visibility within your supply chain , which will enable you to have more control over your business and stay ahead of the competition. Computerized Shipping and Tracking. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID).

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2015

New technology can seem appealing until the process of incorporating it into existing methods becomes overwhelming and stressful. Fortunately, using a Cloud-based supply chain management systems integrator is much easier and far more advantageous than seems plausible at first. Affordability. Integration Capable Design. Redundancy.

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Freightos

MARCH 27, 2024

More Resources Home TPM24: Key Takeaways on Geopolitics, Technology and Other Drivers of Ocean Freight in 2024 Judah Levine March 27, 2024 S&P Global’s TPM24 is the major annual North American gathering of shippers, forwarders, carriers and logistic technology providers.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

However, the long of it is that it will create more efficiency and jobs in other industries as well as a need for advanced degrees with jobs of designing and making robots, but other life changing technology. Model companies are outperforming others in large part because they manage and train differently. How could that be a bad thing?

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

It brings together a long list of trends, enabling technologies, business frameworks and competencies that should be in your consideration set. As a Gartner recognized Prescriptive Analytics software company, we’re most interested in all things digital that have analytical flavor by nature. Cost-to Serve. Segmentation.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

We invite you to register and attend our educational webinar titled, “Why Supply Chain Leaders are Using Big Data Analytics” presented on Feb. By attending this webinar, supply chain leaders will also learn: • What's Big Data in Supply Chain & Logistics? How Can Supply Chain Leaders Use Big Data as a Tool to Continuously Improve?

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

We continue our ongoing strategic shipping series by covering how to use technology to provide better logistics visibility. Keep strategic with us as we talk a bit about technology in order to increase logistics visibility for your shipments, which then aids in customer satisfaction. Consider Differing Fulfillment Models.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Though both warehouse and distribution center management operations typically take place in large warehouse environments, the term “warehouse” refers to a traditional product storage model, and “distribution center” refers to the more contemporary and high-velocity order fulfillment model. Take Advantage of Technological Innovation.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2015

The technologies, particularly those from Operations Research, that researchers had to this point only been able to examine in theoretical models had now become much closer to reality. Each of these centers was focused on a different aspect of what this new computer technology made possible.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 8, 2016

This model has proved to be a boon for small businesses, which can run their stores with inexpensive eCommerce software and smaller warehouses, cutting down on real estate costs and other expenses. Let’s take a closer look at this contemporary business model. . Shipping Product . Conclusion .

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

5 Areas of Technology Application to Aid in Logistics Visibility and Communication for en Route Disruptions. Flexibility is often misunderstood as more companies move towards software-as-a-service (SaaS) models for transportation management systems (TMS). Core Components of Flexibility.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Our first webinar with Oliver Wight discussed common people, process and technology pitfalls that hinder IBP initiatives. Our second webinar delved deeper into the technology aspect, focusing on analytical capabilities and scenario modeling. Use case 3: Strategic response (long-term resilience).

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 1, 2015

Lean systems have provided a formidable operating strategy for leaders determined to achieve and maintain optimal operational systems and customer satisfaction levels. There are multiple good models for lean manufacturing operations. And, most models are applicable to any business size or integrated corporate structure.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 5, 2020

What role can Integrated Business Planning and scenario modeling play? Scenario modeling, on the other hand, plays an increasingly critical role to let teams explore a range of possibilities as demand volatility increases. Supporting IBP with scenario modeling, also fosters discussion and engagement during meetings.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 26, 2024

Furthermore, by using advanced analytics tools, companies can employ predictive modeling, enabling them to anticipate demand fluctuations and proactively adjust their strategies. By leveraging these strategies like data analytics, embracing technology, collaborating with a 3PL, businesses can achieve significant cost savings.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

Can you tell me about HEINEKEN’s AIMMS-based Brewing Capacity Model? I understand your team took ownership of this model. Yeah, so there was an existing Brewing Capacity Model which lived in a spreadsheet file. It was taxing to report above the country level with this tool. How did the model come together? .

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Rapid prototyping is a group of techniques used to quickly fabricate a scale model of a physical part or assembly using three-dimensional computer aided design (CAD) data. Construction of the part or assembly is usually done using 3D printing or "additive layer manufacturing" technology. What is Additive Manufacturing?

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AIMMS

MARCH 2, 2021

Our recent webinar shared 3 must-haves for companies to improve their S&OE capability. In this blog, we will cover some commonly asked questions about S&OE and S&OE applications, based on what we heard from our webinar audience. How can an AIMMS app connect to source systems, like an ERP? Let’s dive in.

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Our recent webinar offered a glimpse of our findings and shared 3 specific areas teams can work on to keep their supply chain out of firefighting mode. It provides an early warning system that helps business stakeholders sense and optimize their responses. Another reason for dissatisfaction might be the tools used.

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