Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 28, 2024

According to research by Ernst & Young LLP, the global consulting firm, as the Covid crisis recedes, supply chain executives are losing the strategic gains they made with their C-suite counterparts. 28% of supply chain leaders cite cost reduction as one of the top three priorities currently.

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Scenario Planning 115

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Supply Chain & Logistics News (October 28th – 31st) A day late but, Happy Halloween! This increase in spending is not due to candy prices rising, the results from the survey show an overall candy prices only increased 0.9% According to the S&P Global Market Intelligence Americans are spending upwards of 4.1

Supply Chain Design Software 116

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 116

Talking Logistics

APRIL 5, 2023

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “Buyer’s Remorse Survey Report.” Read more The post Preventing Buyer’s Remorse with Supply Chain Technology appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

Supply Chain Software 157

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Technology Supply Chains Logistics Network Optimization Software 157

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) refers to process automation that combines process steps with decision models or business rules with little to no human oversight. APQC conducts research on supply chain and logistics to help organizations assess the performance of their own processes and functions compared to their peers.

Supply Chain Software 128

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Automation 128

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

Mario Paluzzi is Chief Technology Officer of Reliance Partners , a top ranked commercial insurance agency specializing in Logistics and Transportation. Paluzzi spent 10 years at Coyote Logistics overseeing technology product strategy and delivery before joining Logistics Dynamics as Chief Information Officer. About Mario Paluzzi.

Supply Chain Software 397

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Digital Transportation 397

DC Velocity

JUNE 3, 2025

The LMI is based on a monthly survey of logistics managers nationwide and tracks transportation and warehousing activity. The LMI is a monthly survey of logistics managers from across the country. The May LMI is 59.4, up slightly from April and up nearly four points from a year ago.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Logistics 130

Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

Home No More Black Swans: The Age of Supply Chain Uncertainty Freightos Enterprise unifies market intelligence, tender management, and shipment operations into one solution, enhancing logistics efficiency for large import-export businesses. The Problem with Fragmented Solutions The logistics technology space is undeniably crowded.

Supply Chain Design Software 90

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 90

DC Velocity

JUNE 2, 2025

More than 80% of respondents to an April survey by the freight broker trade group the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) said they’d experienced at least three different types of freight fraud in the previous six months, for example. 337) and the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA) (S.1404 1404 and H.R.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Cost Reduction Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 19, 2023

The survey found that 66% of businesses made proactive investments in supply chain technology in 2022, a 26% year-over-year increase compared to 2021.

Supply Chain Software 105

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Technology Survey Supply Chains 105

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2021

Logistics and Supply Chain – 1940 to 2040 with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and supply chain, 1940 – 2040. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world.

Supply Chain Software 195

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Network Optimization Software 195

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Now that supply chain is fast becoming the one key competitive advantage that sets one business apart from its rivals, what could be more natural than to extend the concept to the supply chain as a whole – and to use marketing and customer relationship management (CRM) to pilot the process? Why is it important?

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Inventory Reduction 75

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Key Challenges in Fresh Grocery & Supermarket Supply Chains. Original article: Key Challenges in Fresh Grocery & Supermarket Supply Chains. Grocery retail supply chains have known a not-so-subtle secret for a number of years now: fresh is in. The Challenges of Grocery Retail Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 195

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains eBook 195

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain basics. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. Key Takeaways – Supply Chain Basics. Technology.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 195

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Kearney research shows that the more companies invest, the bigger the average ROI Investments in supply chain firms and technologies represent 15-20% of total venture capital investments, according to a recent report by the management consulting firm Kearney. billion in 2024.

Supply Chain Design Software 122

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 122

WorkWave

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In today’s fast-paced e-commerce landscape, last-mile delivery has emerged as a critical component of the supply chain. To address these issues, companies are adopting innovative strategies, including dynamic route optimization, real-time tracking, and even leveraging emerging technologies like drones and blockchain.

Optimal Sourcing 105

Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Waste Reduction 105

AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Insights from Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Strategy, 2020. Supply chain professionals know it can be extremely challenging to drive day-to-day operational excellence and pursue innovation at the same time. Our recent survey showed that only 17% of organizations make it a priority to invest in innovation.

Supply Chain Design Software 166

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 166

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Despite frequent discussions about AI’s potential impact on jobs, the majority of logistics workers are untroubled by automation, according to a recent YouGov survey commissioned by SafetyCulture. However, the study points out dissatisfaction with outdated technology, which impacts productivity. billion annually.

Supply Chain Planning Software 63

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 63

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2024

An interest group of the Singapore-based Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society (LSCMS), the Shippers Council is a professional association that counts members from organizations with a vested interest in logistics, including end users, technology and service providers, government and academia.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 111

Logistics Network Optimization Software Survey Logistics Supply Chain Software 111

Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2023

In June 2023, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — if they are using control towers in their supply chain operations.

Supply Chain Software 148

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Survey Logistics Network Optimization Software 148

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Today marks a pivotal moment for the transport industry as Women in Transport launches its second annual Women in Transport Equity Index Survey , a global benchmark for tracking diversity and equity in the transport sector. Equity and diversity are vital to the future of transport, and we’re proud to lead this essential work.”

Survey 64

Survey Transportation Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 64

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In June 2023, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — if they are using control towers in their supply chain operations. Read more

Supply Chain Software 158

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Video Survey 158

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

OneRail Recognized in 2021 Gartner® Market Guide for VRS and Last Mile Technologies. Original article: OneRail Recognized in 2021 Gartner® Market Guide for VRS and Last Mile Technologies. OneRail is among the last mile technology vendors surveyed in the report, which focuses on optimizing fleet operations.

Gartner 195

Gartner Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 195

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

As technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) gain traction, the focus has remained on practical applications that yield incremental improvements rather than wholesale infrastructure change. AI is playing an increasingly pragmatic role in optimizing supply chain operations.

Supply Chain Planning Software 65

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 65

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

These buyers now have access to a wealth of information and do their own research on how to solve supply chain problems, and what providers can do to help. Some of their notable clients include third-party logistics providers, freight forwarders, trucking companies, and technology companies serving the logistics industry.

Material Savings 435

Material Savings White Paper Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 435

Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Learn how to organize your data operations in alignment with supply chain strategy. Forward-thinking supply chain professionals are looking to advanced technologies to streamline processes, improve accuracy, accelerate delivery and reduce costs. Finding Transformative Opportunities in the Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Software 166

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chains Data 166

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2021

The global supply chain is routinely beset by challenges, both large and small, but the past couple of years have delivered a string of significant logistics disruptions that have threatened to upend the tightly choreographed dance of global freight transportation. Regulations may be more of a driver in the future.

Supply Chain Planning Software 136

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Inventory Reduction 136

Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

profitability is taking a back seat to technology transformation, supply chain and operational challenges, according to a survey released September 18 by Jefferson Wells.

Survey 111

Survey Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Security 111

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 3, 2024

Prior to Drive My Way, Beth built a successful HR consulting practice serving organizations in a variety of industries and held senior positions at Unilever, Rockwell Automation and Helene Curtis. Through its one-of-a-kind Match My Way technology, Drive My Way brings employers and CDL truck drivers together for the best possible fit.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 395

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Resource Reduction Expense Reduction 395

IFS Blogs

MAY 15, 2025

Freight brokers, forwarders, and 3PLs have embraced digital tools CRMs, TMS platforms, load boards, quoting systems. But when these tools dont talk to each other, they create silos, manual work, and lost revenue. More importantly, well show how modern, integrated tools can help fix the problem for good.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 52

Freight Waves

JUNE 5, 2025

Between economic fluctuations, rising fuel costs, technological advancements, and regulatory changes, the supply chain grows more complex from year to year. Businesses that adapt with better processes and well-implemented technology can thrive, enabling greater preparedness to handle the changes of an evolving market.

52

52

IoT World Today

MARCH 27, 2020

From shortages of personal protective equipment to a variety of grocery items to electronics and apparel, coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) has hit the global supply chain in expected and unforeseen ways, and it seems likely that it could take many months to recover. Bringing Analytics to Supply Chain Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 145

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Procurement Analytics 145

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 18, 2022

Michael Jacobs, Senior Vice President Supply Chain, Ferguson. Mr. Jacobs is the senior vice president for supply chain at Ferguson. While nominally a distributor, “supply chain management is our core competency. In particular, Ferguson’s supply chain is built for speed and to provide high service levels.

Supply Chain Design Software 122

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 122

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

The formula for OTIF is: Measuring a supply chain against OTIF metrics is a key strategy that helps decision makers attach a tangible value to the success of their fulfillment and allows them to determine key strategies. Inadequacy of Planning Tools The second challenge identified by respondents was the inadequacy of planning tools.

Optimal Sourcing 62

Optimal Sourcing Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 62