Supply Chain Visibility

Spend Analysis Tools Help Companies Find Opportunities for Supply Chain Savings

October 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Spend management applications give companies visibility to how and where money is being spent in the supply chain, and they identify and enable numerous ways to save.

BridgePoint Gives Better Visibility to 3rdwave Users

September 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

10 Speedbumps To Global Supply Chain Velocity-And 10 Solutions

August 1, 2005

The shift of manufacturing to China and elsewhere is lengthening supply lines and complicating the job of logistics managers. Here are some of the major problems that result-and some proposed cures.

To Gain Competitive Advantage, 3PLs Tackle the Challenge of IT

July 1, 2005

Logistics service providers are split on the question of whether to buy software off the shelf, or build it internally. To be competitive, they should decide quickly-and dump their outmoded equipment.

Kinaxis Builds Agility into Teradyne's Global Supply Chain

July 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Private-Label Supply Chains: For Retailers, The Gain Is Worth the Extra Pain

June 1, 2005

Private-branded merchandise brings higher margins and brand recognition in the competitive world of retailing. But it also calls for greater control over the supply chain.

Risky Business: The True Cost of Supply Chain Disruptions

May 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

While supply chain efficiency is important, companies need to focus more attention on reducing risk to their financial performance resulting from supply chain disruptions.

Cannondale Bicycle Improves Inventory Control, Modeling Capability

May 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

A conversation with John Nafis, manager of the supply chain at Cannondale Bicycle Corp., headquartered in Bethel, Conn.

Domestic, International TMS-Is Separate Management Necessary?

March 1, 2005

Russell W. Goodman, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The concerns and priorities differ somewhat in each sphere, but some providers feel they can make a case for managing each type of shipment with a single, comprehensive system.

Supply-chain Management Plays Strategic Role at Grocery Retailer

March 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

A conversation with Bill Parry, vice president of logistics for Pittsburgh-based supermarket retailer Giant Eagle.

Supply Chain Visibility

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding supply chain visibility and its impact on supply chain management. New technologies in supply chain visibility are transforming the way companies operate - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using supply chain visibility solutions for real-time insight, risk management and supply chain optimization.