Walmart letting businesses tap into its route optimization tech
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 1, 2024
The move to sell its proprietary AI-driven software contributes to the retailer’s business diversification strategy.
Agentic AI in Supply Chains: The Future of Decision Making
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
This leap in AI capabilities is revolutionizing industries, and AI-driven supply chain management is no exception. The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting.
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Increasing Sustainability in LTL Trucking With Route Optimization
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 11, 2022
Optimized routing plays a major role in shrinking a carrier’s carbon footprint.
The Top 5 Key Supply Chain Capabilities
Skill Dynamics
JANUARY 9, 2025
Strong supply chain capabilities drive efficiency and develop competitiveness in an oversaturated market. Global disruptions such as COVID-19 have unearthed a wide range of vulnerabilities within international supply chains. Capability 2: Supplier Relationship Management A supply chain is only as strong as the relationships within it.
Machine learning adoption into supply chain management on the horizon – Pharmaceutical Technology
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 6, 2025
In a rapidly evolving landscape where precision and efficiency are paramount, the realm of supply chain management is on the cusp of a groundbreaking change. leveraging advanced algorithms and predictive analytics, organizations can optimize inventory management, streamline logistics, and mitigate disruptions.
Where are trucking rates headed in 2025? 7 execs weigh in – Supply Chain Dive
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Technology integration: The integration of advanced technologies like autonomous vehicles and route optimization software is expected to streamline operations and potentially reduce costs,influencing the direction of trucking rates.
California Pours $27M into Port Data, Technology Projects
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 18, 2024
The funds will be used for 10 separate projects across five ports, including cargo route optimization, emission reductions, and trucking appointment systems.
How generative AI will revolutionize supply chain
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MAY 1, 2024
Unlocking the full potential of supply chain management has long been a goal for businesses that seek efficiency, resilience and sustainability. In the age of digital transformation, the integration of advanced technologies like generative artificial intelligence brings a new era of innovation and optimization.
The Complete Supply Chain Competency Framework 2025
Skill Dynamics
JANUARY 21, 2025
How can you ensure that your supply chain team are consistently up-to-speed with the modern supply chain landscape? A well-defined supply chain competency framework can be extremely useful. It typically covers key supply chain areas including procurement , logistics, demand forecasting , and much more.
How Analytics Can Cure Supply Chain Woes!
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The History and State of Vehicle Routing! But, in the current international atmosphere of supply chain troubles and widespread shipping congestion, the topic is a timely one. There’s much more to route optimization than meets the eye. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
10 Must-Read Supply Chain Analytics Books for 2023
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 23, 2023
If you want to gain more supply chain analytics knowledge, you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled a list of 10 great supply chain analytics books to help you better understand the concepts and strategies behind this vital business field.
The Missing Piece of the Delivery-Planning Puzzle: People
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 8, 2020
Most route-optimization technology focuses exclusively on routing the truck, and ignores the person behind the wheel.
Watch: Can Technology Save Last-Mile Delivery?
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 18, 2022
Route optimization and tracking technology help mitigate problems in last-mile delivery, says Anar Mammadov, technical founder of Senpex.
Bye Bye Barry’s Bikes and Baking Powder – Supply Chain Upheaval Prompts Flight to Technology
Supply Chain Collaborator
JULY 22, 2020
We’re only beginning to understand the depth and breadth of the disruption COVID-19 is inflicting on supply chains. Modern supply chain management practices emphasize predictive analytics – analyzing prior operational data to intuit future resource planning. Act now to get your supply chain automation project under way.
Logistics Software Enables Amazon Delivery Experience for Small Businesses
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 12, 2021
Route4Me, a Dynamic Route Optimization platform for modern businesses, announced that the company is now offering free unlimited notifications and alerts, enabling clients to replicate Amazon’s customer delivery experience at no additional cost to Route4Me customers.
Key Benefits of Increased Visibility in Last Mile Delivery!
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 2, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Clear last-mile visibility puts an end to unforeseen productivity-killing curveballs , including en-route delays, so delivery managers can keep last mile routes optimized to ensure quick and efficient deliveries.
🎄 Holiday Crunch, Generative AI, and Tariff Talk – Don’t Miss Out
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
In a fast-paced world where supply chain disruptions, generative AI innovations, and trade tariffs constantly shape the global economy, staying informed is vital. Hosted by Sarah Barnes Humphrey, the founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, the video promises an insightful discussion with special guest Audrey Ross.
4 best practices for logistics managers in 2025
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 2, 2025
Freight visibility and route optimization are critical to moving cargo in a demanding marketplace, experts say.
The Reverse Logistics Role in Supply Chain Trends!
Supply Chain Game Changer
AUGUST 20, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Clearly, more companies need to go back to basics and ask what is reverse logistics’ role in the top trends of the supply chain? Every supply-chain executive has been faced with the daunting question, “ what is reverse logistics? Subscribe Here! Email Address.
How to Choose the Right Last-Mile Delivery Technology for Your Business
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JUNE 15, 2023
Route optimization and planning: Check if the technology offers advanced algorithms for route optimization and planning. Efficient routing can help reduce delivery time, and fuel costs, and improve overall productivity. Such features enhance transparency and improve customer satisfaction.
The Rise of Women in Supply Chain: Career Choice
SCMDOJO
JUNE 28, 2024
In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.
4 Route Planning Trends and Innovations!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 13, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The History and State of Vehicle Routing! Route planning trends article and permission to publish here provided by Cristina Par. If you are looking to add multiple stops on your google maps route, this post on how to find the shortest route on Google Maps is a good read for you.
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What is 5G? And What Does it Mean for Supply Chain?
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 9, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What is the Digital Supply Chain? This will invariably impact the Supply Chain of the future. And how exactly will it impact Supply Chain? What does 5G mean for Supply Chain? At the core of the Digital Supply Chain is end-to-end electronic connectivity. Email Address.
3 Ways a TMS Platform Offsets Inflated Shipping Costs
Supply Chain Collaborator
JUNE 22, 2018
Supply chain experts point to broader carrier relationship development as critical to surviving and remaining competitive. Here’s 3 ways a TMS platform including the latest supply chain management solutions are precisely what shippers need to accomplish this goal. The pace of cost increases is unsustainable. Finding Capacity.
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The Evolution of Logistics: Connectivity, Data Integration, and Virtual Design
SCMDOJO
APRIL 9, 2024
Companies that integrate these technologies in their logistics and supply chain processes optimize their operations and set themselves up for long-term success. In the world of logistics, this means enhanced operational efficiency for inventory management, route optimization, safety and security of goods, and resource allocation.
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Top 10 Transportation Challenges and Solutions Identified in Research
SCMDOJO
JULY 16, 2024
Solution: Route optimization software: Utilizing software that optimizes delivery routes can minimize travel distances and improve vehicle fill rates, even with smaller loads [1]. Solutions: Route optimization: Using technology to optimize delivery routes reduces travel time and fuel consumption.
How Machine Learning Works, Benefits and its Applications
SCMDOJO
NOVEMBER 18, 2023
Applications include predictive maintenance, self-driving automobiles, and route optimization. Route Optimization. To cut down on wait times and travel expenses, ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft employ machine learning to optimize their routes. Autonomous Vehicles.
Route Planning for Logistics and Distribution!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 11, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Route planning article and permission to publish here provided by Vardan Markosyan. Route planning is essential for logistics and distribution companies as it allows them to provide a more efficient delivery service. Dynamic route planning. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
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TMS Software Eases the Pain of Zero-Based Budgeting
Supply Chain Collaborator
APRIL 8, 2015
While supply chain management has long been viewed as a trusted method for controlling/reducing costs, the transportation piece has come under renewed scrutiny thanks to the savings potential inherent in supply chain logistics automation. The post TMS Software Eases the Pain of Zero-Based Budgeting appeared first on UltraShipTMS.
What Is A Pre AND Post-Implementation Case Study: Here Is One For the Cosmetics Industry
Procurement Insights
MARCH 23, 2025
Indirect spending typically represents 15-27% of revenue in manufacturing companies, making it a significant area for cost optimization. The company likely has multiple facilities, a global supply chain, and sustainability priorities (e.g., Office Supplies and Equipment: 5% ($3.75 Below is the analysis and estimated breakdown.
Characteristics of Supply Chain Leaders vs. Laggards
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
A majority of shippers use transportation logistics automation tools like TMS, route optimizers, YMS, WMS, fleet management and freight payment & audit solutions. Yet, there’s a gulf between shippers whose efforts at supply chain management excellence succeed, and those whose efforts fail. Clarity of supply chain excellence.
UltraShipTMS named Top a 100 Logistics IT Provider for Seventh Year
Supply Chain Collaborator
APRIL 5, 2016
Growing Cloud TMS Solution Provider Becoming a Fixture on Inbound Logistics’ Annual List of the Best Supply Chain Logistics Solution Providers. The acknowledged publication of record for the logistics industry, Inbound Logistics recognition is synonymous with achievement in the field of supply chain logistics management.
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How Machine Learning is Transforming Supply Chain Management
Una
APRIL 23, 2024
How Machine Learning is Transforming Supply Chain Management Machine learning applied to supply chain management allows businesses to enhance decision-making and streamline operations. In this world, a growing gap emerges between organizations with “smart” supply chains and those that are, for want of a better word, dumb.
UltraShipTMS Chosen by Leading Small Town Retailer, Stage Stores
Supply Chain Collaborator
MARCH 2, 2015
Inbound logistics is a specialty for UltraShipTMS and we can’t wait to impress Stage Stores’ supply chain management professionals with the amazing product and service we’ll be delivering.”.
Retail Startup Tips When Choosing a Shipping Solution!
Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. This is the time online retail businesses need to optimize and improve their supply chain and logistics processes. They need to bring in advanced routing capabilities, improve visibility of end-to-end logistics operations, boost productivity, etc. Real-Time Route Optimization.
6 Years Running: UltraShipTMS named Top a 100 Logistics IT Provider
Supply Chain Collaborator
APRIL 21, 2015
Inbound Logistics’ Annual List of the Best Supply Chain Logistics Solution Providers Includes the Emerging Industry Leader. The acknowledged publication of record for the logistics industry, Inbound Logistics recognition is synonymous with achievement in the field of supply chain logistics management.
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UltraShipTMS Named as Finalist in 2015 American Business Awards
Supply Chain Collaborator
MAY 8, 2015
Supply Chain Logistics IT Solution Provider Earns ‘Best Interface Design’ Recognition for its Increasingly Popular Software. The UltraShipTMS nomination in the Best Interface Design category focused on the clean, uncluttered and easy-to-use interface developed by the company for its TMS solution and associated supply chain logistics modules.
How TMS Plays a Role in Marrying Sustainability with Food Safety
Supply Chain Collaborator
AUGUST 15, 2017
How do supply chain technologies help achieve both safety and sustainability in our food supply? A hotter climate also poses highly increased risks of food contamination as it moves through the supply chain. As usual, we must look to technology which is crucial to helping solve this kind of complicated and complex challenge.
UltraShipTMS Inbound Logistics Solution Selected by The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 15, 2016
The challenges of managing the inbound logistics of thousands of products from hundreds of suppliers prompted Bon-Ton’s supply chain leadership to seek and engage a comprehensive, inbound transportation management system (TMS) solution.
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How to Guarantee Faster and Safer Business Parcel Delivery!
Supply Chain Game Changer
AUGUST 28, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Moreover, you can use these location monitoring systems to make decisions such as route optimizations , which can help you save time and money. Originally written for Supply Chain Game Changer and published on July 5, 2022. appeared first on Supply Chain Game Changer™.
The Parable of Walmart, Target Stores and Vertical Farming
Supply Chain Collaborator
MARCH 12, 2015
However, some of the largest most complex supply chains – like those at Walmart, Target Stores, Hasbro Toys and others – are seemingly able to pivot on a dime in response to external pressures on supply lines. How nimble is your supply chain logistics program? We’ve all heard that it takes a long time to turn a battleship.
3 Logistics Trends Point to Cloud TMS Adoption by SMBs in 2016
Supply Chain Collaborator
AUGUST 20, 2015
The Collaborator has been reviewing respected sources of industry analysis to gain perspective on the trends being predicted to materialize in supply chain logistics for 2016. Gartner suggests the growing emphasis on wringing efficiencies from the supply chain will drive the adoption of more complete, single-source solutions.
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Supply Chain Collaborator
NOVEMBER 20, 2015
This reality was illustrated by a recent article in Food Logistics magazine titled, “ TMS Needs Diversify in the Food Supply Chain ”. The article identifies such challenges as: The need for interoperability with other supply chain software like ERP, YMS and WMS. The need for route optimization as a crucial piece of a TMS.
6 Effective Hospital Supply Chain Management Strategies to Streamline Operations | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
AUGUST 14, 2024
Hospital supply chain management plays a key role in the efficient operation of healthcare organizations. In an industry where patient care is paramount, having a well-managed supply chain is important for ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment, medications, and other necessary supplies.
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