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With manufacturing now a global industry, moving product throughout complex supply chains remains a challenge for most organizations.
But transportation management systems are spearheading the way to help solve the dilemmas of today’s manufacturers, offering
functionality that eases the transfer of goo (...)
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With manufacturing now a global industry, moving product throughout complex supply chains remains a challenge for most organizations.
But transpor...
Published:
2009-08-31
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At first glance, less-than-truckload (LTL) purchasing seems like a straightforward process. However, purchasing approaches
that save you money in the short term also introduce your company to financial and operational risk. A truly successful LTL
bidding process is data-driven and has very different fina (...)
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LTL Purchasing Best Practices: The 10 Essentials for LTL Efficiency and Cost Reduction. Source: SMC3. Document Type: White
Paper Description ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
To play any popular online computer game, all a user needs is a computer and an Internet connection. But there’s a lot more
going on behind the scenes than this gamer may realize. In order to interact in a shared virtual environment, the system the
user connects to requires technology capable of creati (...)
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... and Appliance Stores, Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores, Transportation and Warehousing,
Air Transportation, Rail Transportation, Water Transportation
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Published:
2010-03-11
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Veolia Transport required a locally supported yet highly capable financial product that could be tailored to suit its needs.
With over 100 years of public transport operations experience in 25 countries, the company quickly understood that Greentree
was exactly what they needed to help transform Auckland (...)
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Greentree Helps Get Global Rail Operator on the Right Track. ... Download <strong>Greentree
Helps Get Global Rail Operator on the Right Track</strong>. Comments: ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
In a challenging economy, many companies focus cost-cutting on direct materials and capital spending rather than maintenance,
repair, and operations (MRO) supplies (also known as indirect materials). But an alternate concept allows you to implement
lean processes to create a high-efficiency MRO outsource (...)
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Driving New Efficiencies in the Indirect Supply Chain: Procurement and Logistics Strategies for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations
Supplies. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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There are some indications that the main burden for RFID compliance will fall on suppliers, and not on retailers. Thus, these
companies should start evaluating RFID technology soon as to avoid paying exorbitant compliance costs, in the nick of time
or ensuing penalties due to their noncompliance after th (...)
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rail transportation:
There are some indications that the main burden for RFID compliance will fall on suppliers, and not on retailers. Thus, these
companies should sta...
Published:
2004-08-20
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Abstract:
There are some indications that the main burden for RFID compliance will fall on suppliers, and not on retailers. Thus, these
companies should start evaluating RFID technology soon as to avoid paying exorbitant compliance costs, in the nick of time
or ensuing penalties due to their noncompliance after th (...)
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rail transportation:
There are some indications that the main burden for RFID compliance will fall on suppliers, and not on retailers. Thus, these
companies should sta...
Published:
2004-08-20
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Abstract:
Provia stands apart from its peers in the enterprise software industry by claiming that behind every one of its installations
is a satisfied client. (...)
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Provia stands apart from its peers in the enterprise software industry by claiming that behind every one of its installations
is a satisfied client.
Published:
2000-10-11
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Abstract:
Kinaxis’s latest response management product releases deliver even more refined software system tools to help global manufacturers
with capacity planning and scheduling, including monitoring and alerting, action team selection, and inventory liability reduction
capabilities. (...)
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rail transportation:
Kinaxis’s latest response management product releases deliver even more refined software system tools to help global manufacturers
with capacity p...
Published:
2008-03-26
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Abstract:
Provia's international reach, attractive products and services, and highly referenceable customer base often positions it
well in the highly competitive SCE market. Provia might stand apart from its peers in the enterprise applications industry
by claiming that behind every one of its installations is a (...)
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rail transportation:
Provia's international reach, attractive products and services, and highly referenceable customer base often positions
it well in the highly compe...
Published:
2003-04-10
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Abstract:
Although Voyager Select is making its debut, the product is actually an amalgam of components drawn from existing logistics
applications in the Voyager suite. (...)
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rail transportation:
Although Voyager Select is making its debut, the product is actually an amalgam of components drawn from existing logistics
applications in the Vo...
Published:
2000-12-20
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Abstract:
The Global Transportation Organization, a division of Johnson & Johnson, successfully dealt with the global transportation
crunch. Factors contributing to its success included its approach to relationships with carriers, its push for innovation,
and its use of technology. (...)
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rail transportation:
... We've all heard the perfect storm analogy in transportation—long-term ...
Port strikes; Hurricane Katrina; Post 9-11 security regulations; Rail congestion; Shortages ...
Published:
2006-02-23
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Abstract:
The Internet has enabled a networked world, a communication infrastructure, and emerging enterprise applications, which have
opened the door for international trade in earnest. But not many applications really offer multi-enterprise services and software
to automate the transportation and Internet-based (...)
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rail transportation:
The Internet has enabled a networked world, a communication infrastructure, and emerging enterprise applications, which have
opened the door for i...
Published:
2004-09-11
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Abstract:
While, at first glance, SCT’s partnerships with G-Log and Logistics.com may seem redundant, a more detailed analysis reveals
their distinct purposes. (...)
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rail transportation:
While, at first glance, SCT’s partnerships with G-Log and Logistics.com may seem redundant, a more detailed analysis reveals
their distinct purpos...
Published:
2001-12-07
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Abstract:
Transportation Management and the Adaptive Supply Chain Network. Read White Paper for Transportation Management and Adaptive
Supply Chain Network. To respond to the demands of today’s highly competitive global environment, traditional linear supply
chains are evolving into complex, global ecosystems. Th (...)
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Transportation Management and the Adaptive Supply Chain Network. Read White Paper for Transportation Management and Adaptive
Supply Chain Network. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Through its recently formed Strategic Solutions team, SSA Global might be showing that it is not just an ERP collector that
is living off milking its install base, but rather an extended enterprise applications provider that can appeal to both its
current and new users. (...)
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rail transportation:
Through its recently formed Strategic Solutions team, SSA Global might be showing that it is not just an ERP collector that
is living off milking ...
Published:
2004-09-16
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Abstract:
The Internet has enabled a networked world, a communication infrastructure, and emerging enterprise applications, which have
opened the door for international trade in earnest. But not many applications really offer multi-enterprise services and software
to automate the transportation and Internet-based (...)
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rail transportation:
The Internet has enabled a networked world, a communication infrastructure, and emerging enterprise applications, which have
opened the door for i...
Published:
2004-09-11
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Abstract:
Logistics.com needs to tie its execution modules into the plant/warehouse-level applications in order to give a customer
a full solution. Manhattan cannot deliver the full fulfillment job without the transportation part. Tying their products together
is what it will take to make this acquisition work. (...)
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Logistics.com needs to tie its execution modules into the plant/warehouse-level applications in order to give a customer a
full solution. Manhatta...
Published:
2002-11-15
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Abstract:
GTM software should be able to gather information and feed it back into the parent company, creating visibility into what
remote divisions are doing and how they are doing it. Software providers must strike the right balance between global consistency
and special local needs. (...)
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GTM software should be able to gather information and feed it back into the parent company, creating visibility into what
remote divisions are doi...
Published:
2005-06-20
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Abstract:
The new Logistics.com expects to become the leading provider of information technology and e-commerce solutions for the transportation
and logistics industries. (...)
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The new Logistics.com expects to become the leading provider of information technology and e-commerce solutions for the transportation
and logisti...
Published:
2000-08-08