Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

Three technologies have emerged as game-changers for third-party logistics (3PL) and supply chain experts: large language models (LLMs), freight optimization platforms and no-code automation. These tools are helping businesses advance operations, enhance efficiency and drive growth, irrespective of the volatile economic market conditions.

Optimal Sourcing 117

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 117

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

She brings almost 20 years of supply chain and benchmarking experience to DAT, where she is focused on providing actionable insights to shippers through DAT’s Benchmark Analytics and Rateview benchmarking tools. The platform offers a wide range of features and tools to help shippers find available carriers and carriers find available loads.

Supply Chain Planning Software 363

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 363

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2023

Committed to environmental and social responsibility, ALOM manages the physical supply chain from procurement, inventory management, contract assembly, digital media and print, to omni-channel fulfillment and returns.

Supply Chain Design Software 312

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Outsourcing 312

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 1, 2022

However, effectively dealing with these challenges and optimizing a manufacturing business’ processes is challenging without adopting and implementing a Bill of Materials (BOM) to accompany an organization’s ERP system. It identifies constraints in the business processes, providing guaranteed improvements.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Inventory Reduction 111

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

From Planning, Optimization, and Execution to Gate, Yard, and Dock solutions, ending with Audit & Pay capabilities, we deploy the best mix of services and technology to empower your business to move more with less. AI optimizes shipment consolidation, cost reduction, efficiency, and environmental impact.

Optimal Sourcing 278

Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software 278

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 17, 2022

Manufacturers and distributors can optimize their inventory management using some of the latest emerging technologies, including machine learning, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. Using proven inventory management processes, supply chain design, and planning helps optimize your stock.

Optimal Sourcing 105

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software ERP Inventory Reduction 105

Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

With the digitization of the source-to-pay process being a key initiative for many chief procurement officers, to the inherent automation which promises to accelerate innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), digitization is growing. However, it is fundamental to empowering procurement success in the modern age.

Optimal Sourcing 166

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Procurement 166

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Supply chain network design (SCND) is a powerful tool for improving business operations. Optimization and simulation are the two main branches of SCND. Optimization accounts for over 90% of all work that is being done by SCND teams. It can be used to solve a wide variety of supply chain problems. But it has gaps.

Supply Chain Design Software 159

Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Inventory Reduction 159

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Disruptions like the pandemic, supply shortages, global trade barriers, high customer expectations and inflation all add tremendous pressure on the procurement process. Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. Using ERP to improve purchasing transparency.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 105

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2024

A well-managed supply chain can lead to significant cost savings, improved efficiency, and increased agility in responding to market changes. A Control Tower is an advanced supply chain management tool that provides end-to-end visibility and control over the entire supply chain. What is a Control Tower?

Supply Chain Planning Software 159

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Scenario Planning 159

The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 5, 2019

A few years ago I posted Organize, Standardize, Stabilize, Optimize and talked in general terms about the sequence of thinking that gives reliable outcomes. Because if the team member does not have the time, tools, materials, environment that are required to execute the process as designed they have to improvise and compromise.

Optimal Sourcing 381

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Reliability Sourcing 381

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 31, 2023

If you are a finance professional in a manufacturing business, your main goals are to reduce risk, improve profitability, and maintain high levels of compliance. To build and customize reports many teams use Excel, the accountant’s favorite tool. You will need to go back to the data source and start again. Analysis is limited.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Data Optimization 111

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Disruptions like the pandemic, supply shortages, global trade barriers, high customer expectations and inflation all add tremendous pressure on the procurement process. Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. Using ERP to improve purchasing transparency.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 98

SIPMM Professional Publications

JULY 20, 2019

For many years, public procurement was perceived as an administrative, back-office function. The post Essential Strategies for Public Procurement Practices appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.

Optimal Sourcing 148

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Strategy Tools 148

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 6, 2021

Scott has worked closely with raw material producers and industrial consumers in the US and abroad to optimize their supply chains and provide comprehensive working capital and risk management solutions. Waybridge creates tools that connect and optimize the entire global raw materials supply chain. About Waybridge. Scott Evans.

Material Savings 195

Material Savings Resource Reduction Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 195

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

Procurement and Supply Chain Management are essential functions that can help companies navigate these challenges, but they are often siloed and operate in separate departments. Their metrics are often misaligned as well – supply chain focuses on service and procurement focuses on the cost of acquiring materials and services.

Optimal Sourcing 133

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Procurement Analytics 133

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 8, 2024

Meanwhile, customers’ procurement operations were seeing a new generation of talent come of age who were pushing for better value-added services and shipment visibility. SAP was acting as a recording tool,” Mr. Musabasic said. “We Uber was also making annual investments of about $120 million to continue to improve their TMS.

Cost Reduction 154

Cost Reduction Optimal Sourcing Resource Reduction Negotiating Skills 154

Stord

MAY 8, 2024

It's important to partner and select the right technology partners that can take on the role of many disparate systems - this will ensure a less complex architecture and a source of truth. Agile practices optimize inventory management , promoting cost efficiency and lean inventories.

Optimal Sourcing 158

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Optimization Software 158

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 22, 2023

If you have been through this process at least once, you already have a good idea of what supply chain design is about: optimization. When most people hear the word “optimization,” they immediately think about minimizing costs. But optimization is much more than that! Let’s continue with this analogy.

Supply Chain Design Software 123

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software Modeling Software 123

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2024

GIS is a powerful tool that enables the analysis and visualization of spatial data, allowing for the integration of geographical elements into transportation planning and management. The benefits of using GIS in transportation are improved efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Sourcing Strategies 160

Sourcing Strategies Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software 160

Freightos

DECEMBER 3, 2024

From COVID to geopolitical tension, the past five years have emphasized the need for procurement agility. From COVID to geopolitical tension, the past five years have emphasized the need for procurement agility. These external factors are near-impossible to predict, forcing more frequent tender updates to remain inline with the market.

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 113

Cyzerg

OCTOBER 3, 2023

From implementing the just-in-case (JIC) approach to leveraging data analytics for accurate demand forecasting , we will uncover the best practices for maintaining optimal stock levels. Read on to discover the tools and strategies you need to prevent and manage inventory shortages effectively. Don't let stockouts derail your success.

Inventory Reduction 195

Inventory Reduction Inventory Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies 195

CLX Logistics

MAY 15, 2024

The Company has large chemical locations and operations throughout Europe, and sought to compare their transportation rates with those of their competitors in an effort to make optimizations. They also recognized the need to look beyond their own data, and wished for experienced input on their procurement strategy.

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 60

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 15, 2021

That is changing as companies like Lucas introduce machine learning tools to improve planning and decision-making in the DC. These new tools will free time for managers and engineers, making them more productive and their DCs more efficient and effective. Proactively re-slot products to improve efficiency.

Optimal Sourcing 152

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Optimization Software 152

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. One master of freight procurement is Kyle Masters.

Procurement Solutions 142

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 142

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 28, 2022

Dave Maddox has over 39 years of industry experience, Maddox specializes in Supply Chain & Transportation Sales, with operations management in distribution, supply chain cost improvement and transportation. It’s Not the Market, It’s Your Procurement with Andrew Haverkampf. Currently at Emerge as Vice President, Enterprise Sales.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 292

Logistics Network Optimization Software Freight Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 292

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2021

The complete process would include procurement, creation of a route guide, planning and optimization, electronic communication with carriers, visibility and exception management, freight audit, and performance management. Companies are looking at TMS to reduce costs while improve sustainability initiatives. Cloud Solutions.

Optimization Software 161

Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 161

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 23, 2022

Industries need to make efforts to improve lead times and quality, boost productivity and better inventory management, however these tasks require real-time, accurate data and coordination across the entire organization. By incorporating ERP processes like BOM (Bill of Materials), inventory management and tracking materials is improved.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing ERP Optimization Software 105

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 23, 2021

A Supply chain collaboration networks (SCCN) is a key technology for improved collaboration across an extended supply chain. The larger the number of industry participants on a network, the better the solution is at sourcing and onboarding. The LevaData solution, for example, speeds up sourcing significantly.

Collaboration 172

Collaboration Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Modeling Software 172

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 23, 2024

Define business objectives: Clearly define the business objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) that your AI-driven supply chain management system aims to optimize. Collaborative discussions can help identify relevant data sources and metrics that capture the end-to-end supply chain process and align with overall business goals.

Optimal Sourcing 164

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Data 164

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

There is optimism around the corner, but a sunny outlook isn’t enough; it’s past time for supply chain leaders to transform their supply chains to become more agile. True resiliency is achieved when supply chain leaders can predict issues and dynamically respond – from sourcing and manufacturing to final delivery – with agile solutions.

Supply Chain Planning Software 183

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains 183

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. At its core, digital transformation is about using technology and data to change the way business operates rather than just improving it.

Supply Chain Software 166

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains Sourcing Strategies 166

Talking Logistics

MARCH 1, 2023

As we move forward in 2023 and beyond, how will technology help facilitate and improve. Read more The post Leveraging Technology to Source Capacity Faster and Build Stronger Carrier Relationships appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. This applies to shippers, carriers, freight brokers, and others in the industry.

Optimal Sourcing 167

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Capacity 167

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Reducing dependency on fossil fuels can mitigate these risks and improve operational predictability. Proactively adopting cleaner energy sources ensures alignment with these evolving regulations. Proactively adopting cleaner energy sources ensures alignment with these evolving regulations.

Supply Chain Design Software 85

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 85