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.
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.
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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.
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 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 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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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? Subscribe Here! Email Address. What is 5G technology?
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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UPS Invests $300M in “Orion” Optimizer – SaaS Tools Far Less Costly
Supply Chain Collaborator
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
The Wall Street Journal reported recently on UPS’s project Orion, a ten year, $300 million technology build intended to optimize delivery routes for the tens of thousands of trucks the parcel giant has on roads across the globe daily. 190 possible alternate routes.
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.
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.
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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.
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. Route Planning and Vehicle Optimization With this virtual simulation technology, logistic managers can determine the most efficient and fastest routes available.
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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. Changing leadership.
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 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. Machine learning, a subset of AI, has emerged as a game-changer in the world of supply chain management.
How Machine Learning Works, Benefits and its Applications
SCMDOJO
NOVEMBER 18, 2023
Airlines and hotel chains employ machine learning to modify rates according to your browsing history, occupancy rates, and demand. This dynamic pricing approach optimizes profits. Applications include predictive maintenance, self-driving automobiles, and route optimization. Route Optimization.
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. What is route planning for logistics and distribution companies?
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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. Subscribe Here!
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.
UltraShipTMS Chosen by Leading Small Town Retailer, Stage Stores
Supply Chain Collaborator
MARCH 2, 2015
Stage Stores also engaged Ultra’s LoadFusion Optimizer to improve load optimization, identify optimal routing and improve dock scheduling, ensuring the most efficient dock door utilization. Grubbs reports the TMS solution is expected to go live in Q2 2015.
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.
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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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 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 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. Many food shippers already have such systems in place.
Warehouse Automation Definition, Benefits and Issues
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Its main objective is in the systematization of processes through the execution of the operations of the Distribution Center in an optimal, controlled and efficient manner; in turn, they carry absolute traceability of the inventory in real-time at the location level.”. Optimization Challenges. Benefits of Warehouse Automation.
How Last Mile Delivery Affects the Supply Chain
The Network Effect
APRIL 1, 2016
Principal, Supply Chain Technology, Tompkins International. The convergence of supply chain execution systems is a goal that many enterprises have yet to achieve. Route Planning and Optimization. The post How Last Mile Delivery Affects the Supply Chain appeared first on The Network Effect.
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. This year’s recognition follows a Gold Stevie in 2014 for Support Department of the Year and a Gold Stevie in 2013 for Transportation Product of the Year. .
The Top 5 Impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Logistics!
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
In general, the predictive analytics solutions in logistics and supply chain are on the rise. Another good example from DHL is their platform which monitors more than 8 million online and social media posts to identify potential supply chain problems. A good example of supply chain robotics is the work of startup Fizyr.
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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.
Improve Supply Chain Spend Management through Advanced Fleet Tracking
Jaggaer
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
This echoes JAGGAER’s focus on better spend management for a host of industries including the supply chain. Tracking software not only reduces downtime but also assists fleet managers in staying on top of schedules from procurement to delivery—all processes involved in supply chain management. Gain better visibility.
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. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Two Shocking Headlines Reinforce Retail’s Need for Logistics IT
Supply Chain Collaborator
MARCH 11, 2016
What’s crucial to understand is that this realignment in retail sales strategy requires significant change and ongoing flexibility in its supply chain logistics processes and practices – the kind of changes and flexibility only achievable via robust solutions for highly responsive supply chain management like TMS applications.
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How to Lower Your Ocean Freight Costs!
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 29, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Even within the FCL option, optimization maybe achieved using the right type of container for the right type of cargo – like 20’ container for weight based cargo and 40’container for volume based cargo. Optimize your route. Optimize your cargo packing. Subscribe Here!
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?
Shippers Should Follow Millennials and Embrace Cloud TMS
Supply Chain Collaborator
OCTOBER 20, 2016
Smart supply chain management organizations are embracing both the new technologies and the millennial workforce’s perspective , leveraging cloud TMS and other cloud solutions to maintain competitive advantage. Just as the Millennial worker is where the modern blobal workforce is headed.
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