The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Inventory Management. Vendor Management. Customer / Supplier Management. Global Trade Management (GTM). Inbound Logistics. Logistics Process Reengineering. Payment Auditing / Processing. Shared Services. Technology Services. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Freight Payment / Claims Auditing. Optimization.

3PL 370

3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 370

Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 18, 2024

about how the world's leading reusable packaging container (RPC) supplier managed to track hundreds of millions of units without having to tag each one separately. A case study with Roambee Corp.,

Packaging 105

Packaging Case Study Supplier management Study 105

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 21, 2022

Supplier management might be the most important area that procurement leaders need to focus on in preparation for the next economic disruption, says Ryan Polk, director analyst, procurement advisory with Gartner.

Procurement 105

Procurement Gartner Supplier management 105

Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Building strong resilient supply chains will require a conscious development of collaborative supplier relationships to actively drive transformation. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed how little organizations knew about their supply chains.

Supplier management 52

Supplier management Supply Chains Collaboration 52

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

They also cover supplier managed inventory, quality collaboration, manufacturing line collaboration, and asset collaboration. SAP announced a new transportation collaboration solution that involved messaging not just between shippers and carriers but also three-way communication involving logistics service providers.

SAP 113

SAP Procurement Solutions Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics 113

SIPMM Professional Publications

APRIL 14, 2019

Digital technologies will help procurement increase collaboration, analytics, and engagement using a spectrum of tools along the entire procurement value chain, from planning and sourcing to contract negotiations, order delivery, payment, and supplier management.

Procurement 101

Procurement Digital Supplier management Collaboration 101

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Learn More About Transportation vs Logistics. Marty Wadle’s LinkedIn. Ruan Transportation. Marty Wadle on Des Moines and Ruan.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Transportation Supply Chain Software 195

Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2021

Supply chain management is characterized by the fact that all interested parties collaborate towards a common strategy or to achieve a common objective. 5 Tips To Improve Supplier Management. Here are five tips to help you improve your relationship with your company’s suppliers.

Maintainability 118

Maintainability Price Reduction Purchasing Skills Resource Reduction 118

Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 18, 2022

a cloud-based AI-powered SaaS solution that helps brands, retailers, manufacturers and suppliers manage risk through digitalized quality and compliance programs, debuts Inspectorio Tracking. Inspectorio Inc.,

Supplier management 75

Supplier management Supply Chains Compliance Digital 75

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Inventory Management. Vendor Management. Customer / Supplier Management. Global Trade Management (GTM). Inbound Logistics. Logistics Process Reengineering. Payment Auditing / Processing. Shared Services. Technology Services. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Freight Payment / Claims Auditing. Optimization.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 195

Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 195

3PL Links

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

4PL: From supplier to end customer With broader operations than 3PL, the 4PL partner guarantees supplier management and technology integration throughout the process. It is a commitment made to the outsourced company that hires but with an extreme impact on the end customer.

4PL 62

4PL Optimal Sourcing 3PL Sourcing Strategies 62

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Types of Logistics Procurement/Inbound Logistics Procurement is considered as the first stage in the supply chain, and it generally consists of sourcing, purchasing and transporting materials from suppliers to manufacturing or storage facilities.

Manufacturing Procurement 75

Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 75

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Supplier management. The supply chain shocks of the past 18 months have shown that traditional supply chain management practices need to be reviewed. A better path is to do it in an integrated way so that all parts of the business improve together.

Manufacturing Procurement 111

Manufacturing Procurement ERP Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 111

MTS Logistics

APRIL 26, 2023

This can include training in areas such as data analytics, lean principles, and supplier management. Managing a supply chain can be a daunting task, but U.S. importers can improve their supply chain efficiency and reduce costs by implementing the right strategies.

Inventory Reduction 101

Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 101

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 4, 2023

A company’s supply chain represents up to two-thirds of its ESG footprint, so procurement teams should focus on data visibility and flexibility in their supplier management processes, to prepare for coming regulations.

Tips 52

Tips Supplier management Procurement Supply Chains 52

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Adding sourcing, quality and supplier management enables supply chain technology providers to create an agile and resilient supply chain for their customers through the entire lifecycle of a product.

Supply Chain Planning Software 140

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains 140

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2015

This type of system can also help organizations understand when their suppliers are undergoing change or hardship, and offer them an opportunity to step in and help, or provide them with enough time to source from different suppliers. Manage working capital. To establish and maintain leadership, organizations must innovate.

Sourcing Strategies 98

Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction 98

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 12, 2022

Cloud ERP offers the procurement solution for businesses to manage and automate every part of the procurement process , from supplier management, purchase requestions and purchase orders to sourcing and invoicing.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions 105

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

When AI is integrated with a company’s order management system, the analytical capabilities of the technology can process the large volume of real-time information coming from internal and external sources to make critical decisions about order fulfilment. Supplier management.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Inventory Optimal Sourcing 105

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 9, 2022

Combining an ERP and SCM system can help manufacturers in several ways, including: better inventory planning and management, allowing procurement to make better decisions about purchasing and selection of suppliers, managing complex supply chain networks more efficiently.

Supply Chain Planning Software 119

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software ERP Manufacturing Procurement 119

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

A disruption in one function impacts all other functions across the supply chain, including supplier management, order management, transportation management, warehouse management, and demand management. Teams need a single source of the truth that creates a seamless workflow, enabling immediate action.

Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 120

Trinity Logistics

JULY 20, 2020

Generally though, it’s difficult for a large shipper to work with a carrier that can’t commit at the drop of a hat to cover same-day freight, or drop trailers, comply with 90-180 day pay terms, or a host of any other regulatory or supplier management costs. We want you: the hard working, essential trucking company to succeed.

Price Reduction 101

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 101

GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Traditional supply chain tasks in procurement , planning, logistics and supplier management would be streamlined by intelligent, data-driven systems in a collaborative multi-enterprise environment. The decision-making capacity of smart devices within an IoT-enabled network also affects the overall supply chain structure.

Optimal Sourcing 111

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 111

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 7, 2015

Supplier Management. Since today’s technology allows you to know the exact location of a package, customers expect you to be able to provide that information when asked. Sometimes just as important is the peace of mind that comes with the knowledge of knowing when to expect a shipment.

Procurement Analytics 98

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Software Purchasing Skills Supply Chains 98

AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Papyrus, a leading European paper wholesaler, started using AIMMS in May 2014 to implement radical changes in its supply chain network and re-envision its forecasting, replenishment & supplier management workflow.

Supply Chain Planning Software 83

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Scenario Planning Optimization Software 83

Logistics Bureau

JULY 26, 2016

In this case your own action plan will include the necessary timeline and steps to secure a new supply source and to formally end any agreements with the incumbent supplier. Action #3: Review Supplier Management Processes. Review your company’s supplier performance evaluation and management process.

How To 40

How To Scenario Planning Optimal Sourcing Supplier management 40

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 31, 2023

Attendees will delve into diverse subjects, including optimizing supply chain efficiency in “Driving Excellence in Supply Chain Operations” and effective supplier management in “Procurement Best Practices for Global Supply Chain Success.”

Supply Chain Software 59

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Procurement Solutions Material Savings 59

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 22, 2018

Show notes : D&B’s perspective on supplier management. Look for a new episode of the podcast, which can be downloaded or streamed, every Friday on the SupplyChainBrain website and iTunes. Stream or download podcast here.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning 40

GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Why is inbound shipment management important? Many companies decide to let vendors and suppliers manage inbound loads on their own. The first step to cut costs on inbound shipments is taking control over the freight management process. Inbound freight shipments are a critical part of every retailer’s supply chain.

Inbound 52

Inbound Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Freight 52

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Steve: Klaus, when we talked, you mentioned Autoliv was already doing digital supplier management, had digital sourcing solutions, and was looking at real-time transportation visibility solutions to provide better predicted times of arrival for inbound and outbound shipments.

Supply Chain Planning Software 114

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Optimal Sourcing 114

3PL Insights

AUGUST 6, 2018

Enterprise Resource Planning: Enterprise Resource Planning, or ERP, refers to the types of activities facilitated by multiple module software—such as accounting, purchasing, inventory management, supplier management, customer service management, and order tracking. Hi-Lo: Beep beep!

Logistics Network Optimization Software 68

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 3PL Procurement Solutions 68

Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

And models must be developed that enable the highest performance and return on investment (ROI) across a range of scenarios.

Supply Chain Design Software 64

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 64

Airfreight Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Ethiopian Airlines recently signed a master agreement with the German ULD supplier. German-based DoKaSch Temperature Solutions recently added Ethiopian Airlines to their growing client list, supplying them with the Opticooler system used as a solution for air cargo climate control.

Temperature 42

Temperature Cargo Supplier management Packaging 42

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2024

TradeBeyond’s CBX Suite will help OBI to optimize its supply chain end-to-end, from supplier management to its sourcing, quality, order management, and production processes for their own sourcing organization OBI Group Sourcing (OGS) in Asia.

Sourcing Strategies 50

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Efficiency 50

FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 1, 2021

Less headline-grabbing is the blocking and tackling of efficiently managing freight spend in the context of highly global automotive supply chains. In this report, we cover numerous datasets available through FreightWaves and the SONAR platform that can help automotive OEMs and automotive suppliers manage their transportation networks.

White Paper 52

White Paper Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills Data 52

GlobalTranz

MAY 21, 2015

At distribution centers, Walmart uses cross-docking, a process in which product is exchanged between trucks so that each truck going to a retail store has products from different suppliers. Managers should ensure that a firm’s transportation strategy supports its competitive strategy.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction Supply Chains 100

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Where to Use Gamification in the Supply Chain As mobile technology continues to become more versatile and capable, the introduction of game mechanics becomes possible in more and more areas of supply chain activity.

Supply Chain Design Software 73

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 73