10xLogistics

MARCH 24, 2013

First, it is interesting that "flawless execution" does not get the respect it deserves and if you dedicate your life to this you are somehow working on something "less" than strategy. The top performers deal with strategy and all others deal with the day to day execution - or so the top consultants will say.

Vendor Strategies 54

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

We wanted to bring you some quick strategies and tips that can help your holiday shipping woes or at any time of the year where you experience an increase in shipping volumes. The mantra for all transportation professionals is simple and holds true no matter the holidays or peak seasons: reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction levels.

Cost Reduction 86

Cost Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 86

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

With us running five lines of service through our brokerage, we had to have a rating engine that enables us to present the best rates back to customers through our My HNRY portal. The post The Role of TMS in a Logistics Partner’s Strategy and Value Proposition appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. The benefits.

Vendor Strategies 74

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FourKites

DECEMBER 11, 2020

A customer-driven strategy for any business means moving away from treating your product as the guiding light for your business decisions, and instead focusing on the people who use that product. A good example of this is using new technologies and predictive intelligence to reduce backhauls and empty miles.

Vendor Strategies 52

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Reduction in asset capital.Warehouses and vehicles are expensive to purchase or lease and can tieupmillions of dollars that could otherwise be invested in the core business of the firm. Alas, in some cases, there is no supply chain strategy to speak of. Flexibility andScalability. But what about cost of service?

Outsourcing 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 9, 2024

DPPs simplify compliance by consolidating all necessary information in one place, reducing administrative burdens. As the regulatory environment continues to shift, companies that adopt DPP strategies will be better prepared for the future. This also helps avoid legal issues while building trust with regulators and consumers.

Compliance 114

Compliance Digital Sourcing Strategies Waste Reduction 114

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Technology can help to simplify your supply chain management, which will enable your business to operate more efficiently, give you more visibility and control over your inventory, and help to reduce your operational costs. Computerized Shipping and Tracking. Radio frequency identification (RFID) has become one of the megatrends in logistics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

But advising that visibility vendors should be evaluated based on “how well they align to the company’s existing carrier network” overlooks several other critical factors that should be part of the calculus. Our strategy was to lead with shippers, then onboard their vast networks of carrier, broker and 3PL partners. Data integrity.

Supply Chain Design Software 119

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 9, 2015

We wanted to bring you some quick strategies and tips that can help your holiday shipping woes or at any time of the year where you experience an increase in shipping volumes. The mantra for all transportation professionals is simple and holds true no matter the holidays or peak seasons: reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction levels.

Cost Reduction 48

Cost Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 48

Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

Let’s begin with a look at why, in general, retailers with multiple sales channels are more likely to experience difficulties in reducing cost-to-serve. Again, these are changes that can add to your cost-to-serve, and, during your transition, you might not have had time to look for ways to reduce expenditure. Rework – due to errors.

Cost Reduction 98

Cost Reduction Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 98

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. The SOC 2 report is particularly helpful in areas that include organizational oversight, vendor management programs and regulatory oversight.

Compliance 195

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 16, 2023

The conference content included both the vision for these capabilities in the broader Körber offering, as well as presentations by companies that utilize this platform in conjunction with other Körber products, such as one of its warehouse management systems. And I suspect there will be more acquisitions in the future.

Supply Chain Design Software 84

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

The underlying theme in all presentations, and my conversations at the event, was digital transformation. Several presentations delved into how these two technologies support each other, the main takeaway for me was the role machine learning could have in closing the gap between prescriptive analytics and execution.

Supply Chain Planning Software 83

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The Changing Role of Procurement Highly successful organisations often see their Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) proactively driving global procurement strategy, sharing responsibilities with COOs and CFOs on value creation initiatives, and deploying global resources to achieve the ultimate supply chain targets.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 98

FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 30, 2021

Establishing a practical freight routing guide helps outline essential rules of engagement for vendors, clients and supply chain managers. With improved end-to-end visibility and network transparency, all involved shippers and carriers can significantly reduce stock outages and inventory issues. Increased customer confidence.

Compliance 98

Compliance Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Data 98

Logistics Bureau

JUNE 14, 2021

Those withstanding the supply chain turmoil were the ones with solid risk mitigation strategies and playbooks in place and investment already sunk into supply chain resilience. Partnering with suppliers and service providers that pursue and implement flexible strategies. Contingency planning and business-recovery playbooks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 85

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Governments across the globe are urging businesses to do more to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the supply chain. In response, companies are taking sustainable leadership to new levels, with a particular focus on reducing their Scope 3 emissions to actively assist in supply chain decarbonisation.

Waste Reduction 57

Waste Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Resource Reduction 57

Turvo

MAY 21, 2020

Software vendors built empires on the idea of a single platform that could deliver absolute savings for a set of processes that improved only one aspect of the supply chain, such as management of orders, but not for shipments or vice versa. Yet the idea of collaboration in supply chain systems is at risk.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

As part of its connected geo strategy, FourKites has expanded its operations to Japan, as it sees the country as an important link in the global supply chain. Supply chain ecosystems are made up of customers, partners, suppliers, vendors, and carriers, and none of these can operate in a silo.

Supply Chain Planning Software 124

Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 124

Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 7, 2023

You’re ordering more stock than you need so you can meet vendor minimum order quantities. We’ll be pleased to assist you in implementing methods to sense customer demand more accurately, enhancing your ability to optimise inventory levels, reduce stock-outs, reduce carrying costs—and ultimately increase profitability.

Inventory Reduction 98

Inventory Reduction eCommerce Inventory Procurement Solutions 98

GlobalTranz

JULY 12, 2016

This is solved through best practices, efficient and proven strategy, proper measurement of your tools and people, and the use of effective technology which doesn't add bloat, but is an enablement tool to provide a tangible Return on Investment in the way of reduced time and costs. . Revise your labor scheduling strategy.

Material Savings 73

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2015

Often, the deployment of transportation management software systems or TMS systems is a great aid in reducing overall hard and soft transportation costs. If so, does the vendor have an established reputation for serving the needs of business of this size? Accounting services are also present. Integrated EDI.

Supply Chain Design Software 91

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Freightos

JUNE 17, 2024

Third-party platforms reduce these upfront costs by providing access to state-of-the-art AI tools and technologies on a “pay per drink” subscription basis. Access to Expertise : Third-party providers often have teams of experts who are at the cutting edge of AI research and application.

Modeling Software 119

Modeling Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction 119

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

Transportation management systems present this information in a clean, easy to understand format that then allows the shipping manager to make the best and most efficient decisions possible. Another factor influencing the growth of TMS use is that vendors are starting to target untapped smaller companies.

Expense Reduction 94

Expense Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Transportation 94

GoShip Blog

JUNE 15, 2022

Although Father’s Day shipping may not be as intense as Christmas or Black Friday, the logistics strategy remains the same. Drafting your action plan allows you to forecast your supply volumes and discuss these questions with your vendor. . Pack Father’s Day presents properly. How to ship on Father’s Day?

Presentation 52

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

For years, freight brokers and transportation intermediaries have had somewhat of a black eye as there have been many players in the space who have done shippers and vendors wrong. If you don’t manage to demonstrate that a sound financial management strategy is in place, you might be perceived as a riskier applicant.

Cost Reduction 88

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Strategies for efficient inbound logistics that you can use in your business. Inventory control: Managing storage procedures to reduce time, resources, and expenditures. Here are the aspects that characterize supply logistics: Pick vendors who provide better supply conditions, better raw material quality, and more affordable costs.

Inbound 62

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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

The underlying theme in all presentations, and my conversations at the event, was digital transformation. Several presentations delved into how these two technologies support each other, the main takeaway for me was the role machine learning could have in closing the gap between prescriptive analytics and execution.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

Thankfully, technology has progressed to a point where we are able to overcome the challenges presented by an incredibly complex stack of legacy supply chain systems that has accumulated over decades — from ERP databases to demand planning and TMS systems, to control towers, data lakes and BI solutions. Lesson learned.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2022

This requires transferring your hardware infrastructure to a cloud hosting vendor who maintains the infrastructure for you. But if you need to scale up quickly, expanding is usually as simple as calling your vendor to spin up a few new servers. Reduce IT stress. Cloud-based WMS stands as a viable alternative. Increase margins.

Modeling Software 110

Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Automation 110

Logistics Problem Solving

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Before shipment tracking, freight shipments were recorded by hand with a pen, and much of what happened on a parcel’s journey from vendor to customer was unknown. Today, more than 20 years later, there are many companies receiving this data from the carriers and presenting it to the user on their web screens.

Tracking and Tracing 54

Tracking and Tracing Vendor Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Outbound 54

GlobalTranz

APRIL 18, 2017

Your business strategy will evolve. Instead, automated analytics handle everything, presenting the user—you—with the information you need to improve visibility. One of the oft-forgotten benefits of analytics remains reducing the number of touch-points per shipment. Automation in Analytics Reduce Human Error.

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Software Automation Optimization Software 55

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Supply chain entities need to know vendors will be held accountable and adhere to the terms within vendor-supply chain partner service level agreements. Cybersecurity is an ever-present envelope around any of the industrial procurement trends. Procurement must never be an afterthought in any enterprise.

Manufacturing Procurement 66

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

In addition to satisfying conscientious consumer demand, eco-friendly efforts can benefit your ecommerce business by reducing waste within your company and improving operational efficiencies. Translation: these ecommerce businesses have operating standards that minimize or reduce negative impact on the planet.

eCommerce 97

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 25, 2022

But, as Abigail Myers-Antiaye – the principal product compliance manager at Coupa – pointed out in a presentation at Coupa Inspire at the beginning of the month, supply chain practitioners have never seen compliance legislation that was so broad and impactful.

Compliance 111

Compliance Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Procurement Solutions 111

GlobalTranz

MAY 18, 2017

Content marketing is a form of inbound marketing in which vendors publish digital content to attract customers who are searching for products and services like theirs. Consider these stats : 95% of B2B buyers are willing to consider vendor-related content as trustworthy. Present yourself as a solution.

Supply Chain Software 60

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Parade

APRIL 22, 2019

So, when transitioning, you need: Clearly defined strategy and implementation plan that the leadership team is aligned with. A dedicated team to work with the technology vendor on an appropriate rollout strategy complete with stakeholders and key milestones to achieve.

Security 68

Security Vendor Strategies Freight Industry 68