SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

The term “logistics” may be relatively new, but its general principles date back to ancient civilizations. The early Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans pioneered the principles of logistics and designed trade routes to facilitate their connections with other nations.

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ProcurePort

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Hospitals need to pay attention to regulations, prices, logistics, and other variables in their procurement processes. The number of items and services that need sourcing are many too. The post How Can Hospitals Benefit from Using e-Sourcing Software? Relying on spreadsheets is ineffective because there is […].

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation. We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily. Ever wonder how Amazon gets your package to your door so quickly?

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 8, 2024

It encompasses a wide range of activities, including: Sourcing raw materials and components Manufacturing or production processes Warehousing and inventory management Distribution and transportation Customer service SCM’s focus is strategic. Emerging Trends in Logistics and SCM The world of logistics and SCM is constantly evolving.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For sourcing teams, that means pivoting their mindset around selecting suppliers from a tactical, lowest-cost-above-all approach to a strategic one. Where tactical sourcing is a short-term strategy, strategic sourcing is for long-term business goals. And from that group, 71% would pay a premium for it.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Historically most companies have relied on third party companies to handle most every aspect of their logistics. Supply Chain continuity of supply issues persist and this includes constraints and delays related to logistics capacity and delivery integrity. Coca-Cola is the latest company to take logistics matters into their own hands.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 21, 2022

A solid supply chain and logistics strategy is essential for large companies. Using a logistics-oriented strategy helps companies better understand their suppliers, improve customer service, and optimize shipping. Logistics plays a critical role in a company’s supply chain. Another important aspect of logistics is time.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

In this article, our analyst Bertrand Maltaverne looks at Direct Materials Sourcing solutions. What does a Direct Materials Sourcing solution do? See ‘ Sourcing Optimization ‘ for the sourcing of direct services such as complex logistics.

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Sourcing and Supply Chain

JULY 7, 2021

logistics-tech conference. Logistics is not merely the movement of goods and arranging resources for business, but it’s a most strategic function in the Supply Chain. In view of the same, the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) brings the first edition of the Logistics- Tech Conference. Register Now!!!

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Una

OCTOBER 11, 2023

EPISODE 136 Making the Impossible Possible in Global Sourcing with Chris Volz By Kelly Barner | October 11, 2023 Global supply chains reach the furthest corners of the earth, bringing back valuable, well-made goods and putting us in touch with people we may never meet. Chris has over two decades worth of experience in different verticals.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Outsourcing Sourcing! Outsource Logistics article and permission to publish here provided by Carol Trehearn. Logistics are a vital part of many businesses and are integral to the company’s overall business system. These are just a few factors that need to be considered when opting to do your own logistics. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Although every part of a parcel’s journey from source to recipient has experienced increased congestion in the past few years, last-mile logistics suffers the most. When it comes to last-mile logistics, however, the front desk workers at residential buildings need extra help. Data from across 34,00 deliveries.

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Arkestro

JULY 7, 2023

However, for those in the construction industry, sourcing is more than just about safeguarding their bottom line. It encompasses lead times and logistics requirements, spend management, supplier management, and even compliance regulations such as ESG requirements.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 28, 2020

Lockdowns have resulted in the temporary closure of Manufacturing and Distribution facilities and discontinuation of Logistics and transportation modes. What is Single Sourcing or Sole Sourcing? For clarity let’s define what these sourcing terms mean. For clarity let’s define what these sourcing terms mean.

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Supply Chain Dive

APRIL 23, 2024

Creating the role helped the food manufacturer streamline its operations and reset its sourcing and logistics strategies, Oksana Woloszczuk said.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 22, 2021

Descartes Systems Group, a global provider of SaaS for logistics business, announced it has used its global trade intelligence solution to assess sourcing risks for the critical supply chains identified in the Biden Administration’s Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains, including semiconductors, large capacity batteries, pharmaceuticals and strategic (..)

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Redwood, CA, 20th December 2021 – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, today announced that Canada’s largest co-operative, Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), has gone live with its source-to-contract solution which includes a seamless integration to TealBook, the leading supplier data foundation.

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Una

JUNE 29, 2022

Episode 71: Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine with Maureen Woolshlager. In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes Maureen Woolshlager. Maureen is the Director of Business Development at Vector Global Logistics. Vector Global Logistics on LinkedIn. Connect With Us.

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Spend Matters

JULY 26, 2023

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Pando and its solution for freight and logistics fulfillment. The absence of effective communication and coordination among logistics supply chain channels often leads to inefficiencies, delays and misaligned expectations throughout the entire order fulfillment process.

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Supply Chain Dive

APRIL 29, 2024

Larry Elliott will oversee strategic sourcing, logistics and customer service and continuous improvement at the company.

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Sourcing and Supply Chain

MAY 27, 2021

Logistics and Supply Chain are not an exception in the same, in fact, they demand the center stage in this process. Digitization is the buzzword in the New Normal scenario post COVID19. However, Digitization is not a one-time system change, it’s a journey.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Third-party logistics (or 3PL) providers, are standing on the brink of breakout growth. While 3PL providers want to adapt to this new market opportunity, their existing logistics operations often have a hard time keeping pace with these growing demands. 3PLs and Logistics Operations – What’s Changed? Project 44.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2021

Explore smart automation for procurement spend categories like logistics, direct materials, indirect materials, packaging and more.

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ivalua

JULY 22, 2015

In last week’s blog , I began discussing telltale signs that you have entered the new age of strategic sourcing. Leading manufacturers have proven that best-in-class strategic sourcing can create measurable and sustainable shareholder value by contributing to top line growth and bottom line profitability. alternatives.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Product Sourcing Agent article and permission to publish here provided by Joyce Chen at Epic Sourcing. Sourcing agents are an effective way of finding the most suitable supplier. Who is a Product Sourcing Agent? Why Get a Product Sourcing Agent? Functions of a Sourcing Agent. Manage logistics and shipping.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Freight sourcing team article and permission to publish here provided by Katharine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight sourcing and procurement is a critical component of the whole supply chain and is crucial to the success of the business. These are the must-haves for any effective freight sourcing team. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Are you looking for logistics management books? In this article, we will show you 5 books that'll help you learn logistics faster than any other logistics book. In the United States, the median wage for a Logistics Manager is around $70,000 annually. Best Logistics Book for Beginners: 1.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 30, 2019

What’s the Difference Between Logistics and Distribution? In business it is not uncommon to hear the words “Logistics Management” and “Freight Management” thrown around interchangeably. What is Logistics Management? Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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Sourcing and Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Logistics has been an indispensable part of the Supply Chain, generally known and seen as a cost centre. Organizations and Nations have been deploying strategies to reduce logistics costs to a minimal percentage of the total material and supply chain costs globally. But Mississippi has never faced the “heat” this badly.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JANUARY 5, 2023

The Armstrong Associates report, entitled “Making it Count”: Big and Bulky Last-Mile Delivery in the United States” is the result of a partnership between Armstrong and the National Home Delivery Association (NHDA) and focuses on various trends and themes, including: the usage of independent contractors compared to employee drivers; customer and revenue (..)

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 25, 2018

2017 was an important year for delivery logistics. From restaurant chains to supermarkets to pharmacies to service providers, the world of logistics is experiencing unprecedented change. These are some of the key industry trends in delivery logistics and supply chain management which will take center stage in the upcoming year: 1.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

This data can be used to identify areas for improvement and make informed decisions about sourcing, production, and distribution. These functions include procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and customer service. Logistics Logistics involves managing the transportation and delivery of goods.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 3, 2019

6 Major Delivery Logistics Trends! As the logistics industry, and the broader business world, looks to 2019, it’s time to explore what the next year will bring to logistics. After reviewing several industry sources most Logistics professionals are in agreement with all of these trends.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

APRIL 25, 2023

With no sign of slowing, the trend to reshore or nearshore sourcing and production is shifting investment decisions in warehousing, logistics and manufacturing.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 22, 2023

In the newly created role, Bishu Jayaram will be responsible for the footwear company’s sourcing, distribution and logistics.

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Una

APRIL 3, 2024

Grant Caplan on LinkedIn Share on Social LinkedIn Facebook Twitter More from The Sourcing Hero Episode 159: All Travel is Personal with J.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Blog post originally published by Expak Logistics on [link] Permission to publish here provided by Morgan Dixon. For many companies, reverse logistics has become an integral part of their business plan, offering them the ability to maximize the efficiency of their operations. The applications of reverse logistics are broad.

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