IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 1, 2024

In the age of digital transformation, the integration of advanced technologies like generative artificial intelligence brings a new era of innovation and optimization. From demand forecasting to route optimization, inventory management and risk mitigation, the applications of generative AI are limitless.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 15, 2023

Will my deliveries reach my customers on time? How do I know which route is the shortest and the fastest for my deliveries? Creating something from the ground up also needs time. Purchasing last-mile technology nearly always guarantees faster deployment times and reduced capital expenditure. How do I manage my fleet?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

But, in the current international atmosphere of supply chain troubles and widespread shipping congestion, the topic is a timely one. Consider the following real-life applications of how modern businesses employ advanced analytical solutions to navigate the daily challenges of supply chain logistics. Visual Analytics.

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Una

APRIL 23, 2024

The research found that AI-enabled supply chain management allowed early adopters to improve: Forecasting errors reduced by up to 50% Logistics costs improved by 15% Inventory levels by 35% Service levels by 65%. Demand forecasting & inventory optimization Can we finally bid goodbye to overstocked warehouses and disappointed customers?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 11, 2021

Route planning for logistics and distribution companies is a type of advanced software application to help optimize transport and delivery operations. Route optimization algorithms calculate the best route according to various real-time data such as traffic updates, vehicle size, and driver schedules.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Bon-Ton’s implementation will include the UltraShipTMS Core platform as well as Ultra’s LoadFusion freight/route optimization tool and yard management tool, UltraYMS. Once fully implemented, UltraShipTMS will improve visibility into Bon-Ton’s inbound shipments as they make their way to the company’s distribution centers.

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The Network Effect

APRIL 1, 2016

Synchronization of information across systems provides the visibility that can help enable world class customer service. The ability to schedule the order delivery at the point of sale, while considering the cost of delivery and existing delivery routes, requires orchestration with the inbound lead times and outbound route planning.

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