Supply chain management solutions are rarely, if ever, identical. The perfect solution for one client may lack efficiency with another client, even though the two companies are fairly similar in their distribution needs. That’s why successful 3PLs offer a skillset across the supply chain, working as an extension of a client’s manufacturing processes, adding value … Read More
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Lean, agile supply chains are those that maintain a balance between supply and demand. To address this challenge, many organizations rely on demand planning, which involves forecasting customer demand for their products or services. Demand planning helps determine warehouse needs, drives more efficient transportation, and creates a more collaborative relationship across sales, production, logistics, and … Read More
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Much has been said about supply chain management. But what about supply chain alignment? Have you aligned procurement, production, transportation, and distribution to work in a coordinated and integrated manner? This blog will address three key points related to supply chain alignment, including whether your assets are aligned for optimal performance, logistics services, and goals. … Read More
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If there is one common law in logistics, it’s that we’re all pretty much connected. Yes, technology is dramatically changing the logistics landscape and can be a service differentiator, but at the end of the day, relationships make for a great supply chain. And we’re not talking about “let’s play golf after I buy you … Read More
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Visibility, Collaboration, Actionable Intelligence: The Big Three in Supply Chain Optimization If you’re like most transportation or supply chain managers, you want to know what’s where in your supply chain. You need the scale of visibility that will give you the agility and speed to overcome supply chain disruptions. By investing in supply chain control towers, … Read More
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While robotic, automated warehousing and electric, driverless trucks might be grabbing the headlines, most logistics managers and supply chain directors need to find and leverage more down to earth solutions to reduce costs and improve service. Let’s consider three. Can You Cross-Dock Instead of Storing? As a solution-focused logistics partner, Wavepoint 3PL has 14 food … Read More
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are utilized to measure success. Without a benchmark, performance tracking can be very challenging. Metrics for your supply chain should be established through internal objectives and industry benchmarks. KPIs are an important tool in measuring the success of your partners (3PL’s, trucking companies, warehouse providers). These data points will allow your … Read More
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