The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Inspired by McKinsey’s 2020 consultancy report, which emphasizes transforming supply chains rather than temporary fixes, we believe a comprehensive approach to reskilling supply chain professionals is essential to meet future demands. Embracing automation would generate valuable data for analysis, enabling optimization of operations.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Blue Yonder was named a Leader in this inaugural report and the leader in the Better Functionality quadrant based on an evaluation of our Blue Yonder Warehouse Management solution. This honor comes after Blue Yonder was named a Leader in the Transportation Technology Value Matrix 2023 earlier this year! In Charles A.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Blue Yonder has been named as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Order Orchestration and Fulfillment Applications for Retail 2023 Vendor Assessment (doc #US49615623, December 2023). The IDC MarketScape report on Order Orchestration and Fulfillment evaluates 14 software vendors in this area.

Optimal Sourcing 94

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

With at least three major discount events, the 2023 holiday season will surely put store and warehouse teams to daily tests of collaboration. Retailers intent on finishing up the season with healthy figures and taming costs would do well to find smart ways of lightening the load for the people who make a bumper Q4 in retail possible.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The interview occurred during athe FourKites Visibility 2023 user conference on September 7th in Chicago. FourKites believes they have the largest repository of supply chain data in the world. To get visibility to whether a load will be on time and in full, a lot more data is required. What accounts for FourKites Growth?

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Today, I speak at the North American Manufacturing Association, Manufacturing Leadership Conference, in Nashville on the use of data to improve supply chain resilience. Improve cross-government data sharing and analyze resilience. Maximize the value of the purchase order flow data already in the existing networks. (A

Supply Chain Design Software 303

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

With so much disruption fresh in mind, looking toward 2023 feels a bit more stable for every warehouse and distribution channel. However, the instability around the risk of recession remains, and knowing the top supply chain trends to watch in 2023 will help your organization prioritize operations and succeed.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 78

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Ware2Go

APRIL 14, 2023

Logistics data is key to building more efficient fulfillment operations that meet your customer’s eCommerce expectations without negatively impacting your bottom line. What Is the Role of Data Analytics in Logistics? How is Logistics Data Changing Warehousing? Why Should SMBs Leverage Logistics Data?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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Ware2Go

APRIL 14, 2023

Logistics data is key to building more efficient fulfillment operations that meet your customer’s eCommerce expectations without negatively impacting your bottom line. What Is the Role of Data Analytics in Logistics? How is Logistics Data Changing Warehousing? Why Should SMBs Leverage Logistics Data?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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Ware2Go

APRIL 13, 2023

Logistics data is key to building more efficient fulfillment operations that meet your customer’s eCommerce expectations without negatively impacting your bottom line. What Is the Role of Data Analytics in Logistics? How is Logistics Data Changing Warehousing? Why Should SMBs Leverage Logistics Data?

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ShipBob

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In-house fulfillment If you’re just starting out or don’t have the means to hire a staff and rent a warehouse, it is possible to fulfill orders yourself. Acting as an on-demand warehousing solution, SFN partners with other warehouses and 3PLs to utilize their technology and operations.)

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 4, 2024

She explains, “Depending on which statistics you follow, consumers return something like a fifth of all purchases these days. The Returns Challenge Journalist Liz Young reports, “The National Retail Federation estimates more than $100 billion in merchandise was returned fraudulently in the U.S. That amounted to about 13.7%

Price Reduction 100

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Precoro

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The procurement landscape is ever changing, and recently, in contrast to the traditional procure-to-pay platforms, we have seen the emergence of a new type of software solution, intake-to-pay, which is marketed as a more comprehensive solution. But hold on: are we sure that wasn't all possible with procure-to-pay, anyway?

Procurement Solutions 59

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

If those things weren’t enough, there’s the guessing game of how tech-savvy shoppers of all ages will combine channels to fit purchases around lifestyle, inflation-hit budgets, and increased appetite for spotting a great deal. in 2023 versus 2022. That’s how store and warehouse operations can pivot and adapt synchronously.

Supply Chain Optimization 81

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 13, 2023

Although the economy has proved remarkably resilient, there are so many unknowns at play that no one can predict what future economic conditions might be. Having said that, few if any economists are predicting a bright, short-term future. Digital technologies, like ERGIS, depend heavily on data collection and analysis.

Retail 130

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 17, 2023

It’s no secret that many consumers now consider the sustainability of a product before purchasing, much like they consider price or quality. Misaligned production, warehousing, and transportation functions are also a large source of supply chain inefficiencies, and they can cost brands big in wasted resources, time, and money. .

Resource Reduction 78

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

West Coast ports, and data related to increased adoption of robotics for North America production needs. According to a published report by The New York Times , ( Paid subscription or metered view ) GlobalFoundries will dedicate a portion of its production capacity specifically to produce semiconductor devices for General Motors needs.

Negotiating Skills 52

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 1, 2023

As we go into the first week of 2023, many are wondering what’s ahead for global commerce and supply chains. As I’ve done in prior years, I’ll make a few predictions based on what happened in 2022 – and what I think it means for 2023. Inflation is indeed going down slowly– but not as fast as the markets would like.

Predictive Analytics Software 94

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 25, 2022

In January 2023, the Germany Supply Chain Due Diligence Act will come into effect, requiring businesses to monitor supply chains for human rights violations and compliance with environmental standards. Abigail Myers-Antiaye – the principal product compliance manager at Coupa. Child labor and modern slavery. Unsafe working conditions.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Amazon wholesaling is a business model in which products are purchased in bulk, directly from the distributor or manufacturer, and then sold through the Amazon platform to customers at a higher price. Amazon wholesaling works by purchasing existing branded products in bulk quantities and reselling them through the Amazon marketplace.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 17, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog features our March 17, 2023 edition of This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , a synopsis of noteworthy supply chain management focused technology news. According to the SAP announcement , at a purchase price of $18.15 SAP’s stake will be acquired for approximately $7.7

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Despite this growth, Resilinc’s half-year data for 2023 shows that Aerospace is one of the top five industries impacted by supply chain disruptions. So, what are the biggest challenges the aerospace industry is facing in 2023? In 2023, so far this year, the aerospace industry has seen 562 labor disruptions.

Aerospace 48

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American Global Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Understanding data, trends, and economic indicators can influence how you run your business, shaping your success in these uncertain times. This report has logistics-specific indicators critical to your business. Key Economic Indicator #1: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) The US GDP increased in September 2023 to $20.94

Price Reduction 52

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The demand planning process can be extremely complex as it requires the analysis of numerous factors, including historic and current datasets and internal analytics. It also requires the ability to know how to leverage that data and put the learnings into practice. Below are 5 key elements of the demand planning process.

Supply and Demand 52

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 17, 2023

IHL Services, a global research and advisory firm, estimates that inventory distortion — the combined cost of lost sales from out-of-stocks, along with the deep discounts required to sell overstocks — will drive a $1.77 trillion loss for the world’s retailers in 2023 alone. lower than in 2022 (reductions are good).

Inventory Reduction 52

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Warehouse and distribution professionals understand that the timeline of order processing has ebbed and flowed significantly over the last few years. In September 2022, Reuters reported that “FedEx (FDX.N), United Parcel Service (UPS.N) Introduction. E-commerce return rates can often be expected to account for more than ¼ of all sales.

Distribution 78

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

But, before we dig into the data – let’s start on a positive note: Supply Chain Statistics Show Challenges, but the Industry Remains Resilient. 82% of people have concerns that the supply chain will ruin life plans, such as birthdays, vacations, holidays, and the purchasing of necessary items. Material Handling & Logistics ).

Material Savings 207

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

This system uses giant warehouses, lots of trucks, and even cool robots to move things quickly. We’ll look at their warehouses, their delivery tricks, and even how they use new technology to make things faster. Pharmacy: Amazon Pharmacy – Online service for purchasing prescription medications with home delivery.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 79

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

According to a recent report, the company canceled, closed, or delayed 99 fulfillment facilities, impacting nearly 32.3 A central part of Amazon’s ultrafast delivery strategy is its network of warehouses that the company calls same-day sites. The data show Canadian exports to China also reached a historic high of $27.9

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ShipBob

JANUARY 15, 2024

Operationally, excess inventory can clog warehouses, making it challenging to manage new stock efficiently. In fact, according to a report , two-thirds of retailers had excess inventory during the 2023 holiday season last year. Inventory glut affects businesses both large and small.

Inventory Reduction 52

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Unleashed

MAY 10, 2023

Automation in supply chain management ranges from software tools designed to handle menial data entry tasks to AI-driven robots that can be deployed for automatic storage and retrieval tasks. Automation allows staff to focus on their most important tasks without getting bogged down by spreadsheets and data input.

Supply Chain Software 52

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 28, 2023

According to a recent report by Global Web Index, modern shoppers distribute their attention across multiple social platforms and are increasingly likely to purchase products on their mobile devices. This report highlights that 97% of respondents anticipate AI impacting product development and manufacturing. #2

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. We hope the tips and ideas in this article will help you make inroads into warehouse energy and labour cost reduction.

Cost Reduction Strategies 89

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Unleashed

MAY 25, 2023

Inventory purchases and storage fees have major impacts on your business’s profitability. By understanding the flow of products into and out of your warehouse, you can minimise these costs – ultimately improving your margins. However, ensuring the right products are in the warehouse at the right time comes first.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

If you’re a distributor , you want to plan your inventory carefully so you’re not bogged down by storage costs for post-season items that limit your capacity as the next season approaches. Some challenges stem from slow, non-data-driven planning processes, often supported by manual and tedious planning practices.

Inventory Reduction 156

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Clear Spider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

34% said this will impact the kind of candy and decorations they will purchase. Meanwhile, the National Retail Federation’s annual Halloween consumer survey predicts that Halloween spending in 2023 will reach a new record of $12.2 On the other, this agility puts pressure on suppliers.

Inventory Management Software 52

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Unleashed

APRIL 12, 2023

Outsmart your competition: Check out the Unleashed 2023 Supply Chain Management Guide. Conversely, B2C order fulfillment offers rapid, low-cost, and often free, shipping. B2B procurement contracts can last for prolonged periods and be worth millions of dollars. What is B2B fulfillment?

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