Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2023

I estimate that I have worked on at least 25 WMS selections for clients that involved over a dozen different software vendors. These projects and the involved vendor interactions certainly impacted my network of contacts over the years. Today, most customers are more knowledgeable about the increasingly mature WMS vendor space.

Supply Chain Design Software 167

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 167

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 14, 2017

Join Cerasis for an educational webinar on the technology shaping the Less Than Truckload shipping industry by registering to attend " The Guide to the Digital Revolution & Technology Shaping Less Than Truckload Shipping" on Wednesday, September 13th at 10 AM Central. What Less-Than-Truckload Data Should a Shipper Track?

Webinar 55

Webinar Vendor Strategies Inbound Collaboration 55

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

Outsourcing 103

Outsourcing Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 103

GlobalTranz

JUNE 18, 2018

Register For The Webinar. With the world at their fingertips, your prospects need more from you than the same tired sales and marketing strategies. Cerasis is partnering with Top Line Results to bring manufacturers a comprehensive webinar to explore the methods and strategies that work for today’s manufacturers.

Inbound 48

Inbound Webinar Vendor Strategies Strategy 48

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

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Technology Sourcing Strategies 104

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 6, 2023

Inefficiencies in AP can lead to delayed payments, lost discounts, and damaged vendor relationships. Errors can obviously result in delays of payment and inevitably will damage your relationship with that vendor. With the help of AP automation software, you can reduce the amount of work required to process AP transactions.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Automation Vendor Strategies Procurement Solutions 98

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The most common complaint of newer companies using big data analytics capabilities tends to revolve around traditional questions of business strategy. Consider the following elements explains John Richardson of Inbound Logistics, that impact business strategy. Increasing order efficiency. Demand forecasts. The quantity of each product.

Supply Chain Design Software 115

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Design 115

GlobalTranz

APRIL 12, 2017

An inbound vendor routing guide is comparable the beating heart of your operation. Creating an effective inbound vendor routing guide is not without its share of challenges. Assess Your Current Inbound Vendor Routing Guide. For example, provide direction for each vendor that comes from a specific area.

Vendor Strategies 48

Vendor Strategies Inbound Cost Reduction Price Reduction 48

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

At Cerasis we work with our shipper customers who procure items every day and have needs for inbound freight management as they secure those products from their vendors. The future of procurement is soley focused on cutting out wastes, better vetting, scale, and increase customer satisfaction and work flow thru improved communications.

Optimal Sourcing 96

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Vendor Strategies 96

Locus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In this week’s InFocus webinar series, we had the opportunity to gain key insights on 3PL and e-commerce in the Saudi Arabia region from Salah Taha. Watch the full webinar here ! Key Takeaways from this Webinar 1. To gain detailed insights, watch the webinar here ! Missed the live session? Summing Up!

Webinar 52

Webinar 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software Vendor Strategies 52

GlobalTranz

MAY 28, 2015

These are but extensions of the idea to maximize omni- channel strategies by putting the customer at the heart of the supply chain. . 5 Strategies to Personalize Your Web Experience to Put the Customer Focus at the Heart of the Omni-Channel Supply Chain. Services Personalization. Personalized E-Mail Campaign.

Supply Chain Software 93

Supply Chain Software Vendor Strategies Supply Chains Waste Reduction 93

GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2015

Investigate how frequently the vendor updates information and the level of shipper involvement in maintenance. Transportation Management Software Systems (TMS) reduces overall hard and soft costs of transportation. The Cerasis Rater eliminates the manual process. Make sure that the data is reliable and as real-time as feasible.

Supply Chain Planning Software 90

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

GlobalTranz

MAY 17, 2017

Meanwhile, the demand for more products has exponentially increased the demand on vendors and suppliers, so companies must evolve and embrace Green manufacturing initiatives now and throughout the coming years. Reduce costs. The costs associated with manufacturing can also be reduced through sustainability initiatives.

Waste Reduction 73

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 73

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

GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2015

Shareholders want to reduce the risks inherent in supply chain logistics. Visible supply chain management systems can carefully screen vendors and transportation providers, creating assurances that a new level of accountability is being met. Who will be the first to own responsible supply chain visibility and management?

Supply Chain Software 98

Supply Chain Software Purchasing Skills Supply Chains Optimal Sourcing 98

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

Another factor influencing the growth of TMS use is that vendors are starting to target untapped smaller companies. Cloud-based products are cutting down on the time it takes to install and implement a Transportation management System in an effective way. This is leading to greater use across all logistical operations.

Expense Reduction 94

Expense Reduction Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Transportation 94

GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. Preparing your supply chain for resiliency begins with risk management and a proactive strategy. It’s vital to identify and protect critical vendors and partners that could be unwitting attack vectors.

Supply Chain Planning Software 82

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 82

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 28, 2015

These back charges can hurt margins if you apply “Flat Rate” charges to customer shipments, and they can cost you (the vendor/shipper) money if you are billing customers for reimbursement of actual freight costs. Nearly all pallet dimensioning systems use multiple sensors to reduce or eliminate “shadowing” (i.e.,

Negotiating Skills 97

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Cost Reduction Waste Reduction 97

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 31, 2018

There are other considerations to which we might be tempted to give top billing, but safety is the only one that makes the cut. Order picking and distribution of any kind is a time-sensitive business, but when workers feel rushed, corners get cut —?and Ask Your Vendors for Insight. Reduce Changes of Custody.

Inventory Reduction 75

Inventory Reduction Distribution Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Software 75

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

Furthermore, such methodology can be applied to vendor relationships. If a vendor fails to deliver product as specified, the vendor may be advised of how future violations will affect contractual obligations. However, you must exercise caution to make sure you do not damage your vendor-shipper relationship.

Data 91

Data Vendor Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software Expense Reduction 91

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? Is your organization a small to mid-sized business? Integrated EDI.

Supply Chain Design Software 91

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software Material Savings 91

GlobalTranz

JULY 27, 2017

EDI eliminates the intermediaries in order processing. Unlike faxes or other transmissions of order materials that require someone read and process the order manually, EDI vs. APIs eliminates the intermediaries in processing, making for more efficient, rapid order fulfillment. EDI system vendors are declining.

Vendor Strategies 67

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Material Savings 67

Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

It beckons us to lead with vision, ensuring our strategies are as dynamic as the markets we navigate. Join the conversation during our webinar on Thursday or visit us at TPM. Ian Arroyo Chief Strategy Officer, Freightos Group Ian is a passionate entrepreneur, strategy geek, and people builder. Get Your Custom Report Now!

Negotiating Skills 62

Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Vendor Strategies Optimal Sourcing 62

GlobalTranz

APRIL 8, 2015

All parties involved, whether they are vendors, carriers, or shippers, will be able to collaborate and work via the extensive networks to share assets and create an economy of scale. If there are problems with visibility and the retailer wants to reduce inventory but increase supply chain flow in most cases facility expansion would be needed.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 90

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Optimization Software Expense Reduction 90

GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2017

Sugar-coated reports, part-truth about certain capabilities or consolidation of vendors to bypass regulations may integrate with the company’s culture. With an application of statistical methods, the causes of errors are reduced or are eliminated. Spheres like logistics involve numerous stakeholders and many-sided activities.

Buyer Training 84

Buyer Training Logistics Network Optimization Software Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Software 84

GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2015

As most warehouse strategies are formed to combat issues of product shortage or provide important accounting data regarding a product, technology has been created to help reverse supply chains and drive larger recovery by serving the business needs for selling surplus. All of it is created within the technology.

Supply Chain Planning Software 97

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Waste Reduction 97

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 5, 2015

However, return merchandise authorization may include several different aspects of service-after-sale, such as warranty management, service agreements, analysis of returns, and management of end-of-life equipment, vendor management, and replacement. Furthermore, many RMA policies may have subtle differences with these common interests.

Resource Reduction 90

Resource Reduction Vendor Strategies Reverse logistics Cost Reduction 90

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2016

In the shipping and manufacturing industries, that same “worldwide web” is now being deployed to encourage more energy-efficient operational and communication strategies for a low-carbon economy, thanks to IoT Tech. IoT Tech Reduces Waste of Merchandise & Goods. IoT Tech is Driving Sustainability in the Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 57

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Software 57

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

There are numerous cut and sew operations, for both hand bags and apparel, that are still here and with whom we have long standing relationships. What does being “Made in America” mean to UCan and how are you impacting the economy because you also try and work with “Made in America” vendors and suppliers?

Vendor Strategies 102

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Supply Chain Design Video 102

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. For vendors, this increased level of cyber security will propel them to take advantage of technologies that have often been left reserved for the post-manufacturing supply chain.

Manufacturing Procurement 66

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 66

GlobalTranz

MARCH 27, 2018

You must know that it’s unwise to depend on only one supplier or vendor. The smart part here is to have a broad network of vendors for the products and services that you will need. When you use new strategies in the system, you need to measure their output. However, this is something that can only come with experience.

Supply Chain Planning Software 72

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Vendor Strategies 72

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

For example, if your supply chain and transportation vendors are immune to the stress caused by holidays such as Christmas , you should feel comfortable using historical truck carrier rates for budgetary purposes. Therefore, it is best to get new quotes for transportation costs while also sorting out other costs as determined by the market.

Data 92

Data Scenario Planning Trucking Price Reduction 92

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

What Data Analytics and Business Process Strategy Services Are Offered? Technology investment does not strictly apply to managed IT services, which are discussed later; it applies to the use of technology to formulate new, more-efficient process strategies. This also involves the concept of vendor management.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 96

Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Analytics Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software 96

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

While supply chain entities struggle to stay competitive with the e-commerce giant, more organizations will look for ways to eliminate inefficiencies and boost operations. Per IDC Manufacturing Insights , the use of robotics will become more platform based through robot-as-a-service, reducing costs of deployment and maintenance.

Supply Chain Planning Software 73

Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement 73

GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2017

The second is from the manufacturer or vendor of your replacement parts and software updates. When support wanes, due to obsolescence and lack of spare parts, or if the vendor withdraws active support for your system, the cost of your business increases. Reduced labor costs from automating more of the process.

Manufacturing Procurement 69

Manufacturing Procurement Vendor Strategies Expense Reduction Cost Reduction 69

GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2017

Vendors report 20-percent growth following TMS adoption. Meanwhile, the driver shortage and increasing pressure from consumers is forcing companies to think about cutting wages or reducing inefficiencies wherever possible. Paired with the political upheaval of 2016, the only solution will be reducing inefficiencies.

Vendor Strategies 55

Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Price Reduction Resource Reduction 55

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Freight forwarders will interact with customers online and automate back office procedures to reduce delivery delays and associated costs. The ELD mandate will dramatically reduce the number of hours truckers can drive. The Uberization of Freight Will Redefine Vendor Freight Management. Freight and Trucking Rates Will Evolve.

Vendor Strategies 57

Vendor Strategies Course Trends Cost Reduction 57