Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Media sources are filled with prognostication. And Logistics Viewpoints has a history of its own supply chain predictions for the year ahead. My colleagues and I will likely publish a detailed list of predictions related to supply chain operations and technology. Of course, prices tend to jump from supply and demand pressures.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 19, 2024

As the world population soars, there is an even greater demand for the food and fiber produced in the United States.”[3] He explains: “ When companies make pledges or establish goals that impact production and sourcing, they should begin by working with the farmers and ranchers who are on the frontlines. employment.

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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. Background The Council of Supply Chain Resilience met for the first time this month. Let’s start the beginning. What is supply chain resilience?

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QAD

APRIL 16, 2024

MODEX 2024, one of the largest supply chain trade shows in the USA, held at the sprawling Georgia World Congress Center, brought together supply chain professionals from around the world to explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares samples of individual prediction snapshots that will be included in our Annual 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Research Advisory publishing later this month.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

John Marrow and Joe Lynch discuss the life science supply chain. John is the President at RRD Supply Chain Solutions , a recognized provider of global life science supply chain services with decades of experience in developing and delivering value-add solutions to the life science sector.

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The Network Effect

JANUARY 18, 2024

In a world of perpetual disruption, your organization will need optionality – multiple sourcing for key products, parts and raw materials.

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Logility

MAY 26, 2022

Key Takeaways: • Supply chain volatility is expected to continue and plague some sectors until 2024. Demand constraints create financial risks as well as environmental problems. • 25% of inventory surpluses are caused by a lack of transparency and visibility into the supply chain. Supply and demand.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 5, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides readers a further installment in our global supply chain assessment series in providing highlights on reported March 2024, and Q1-2024 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. This index closed Q1-2024 at 1.8 The March reading of 50.6 reflecting a 1.3

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BlueYonder

MARCH 22, 2024

What a great week at Shoptalk 2024 in Las Vegas! Now that Shoptalk 2024 has wrapped up, we reflect on the wealth of insights and some very clear messages. It’s a powerful tool, but its success hinges on the ethical sourcing and use of data. Overall, the event was a big success. AI is not a panacea.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group announces the general availability of our newest published Research Advisory – 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains. Best wishes in your 2024 efforts. The report’s content can be easily navigated by links embedded in the report’s Table of Contents.

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Freightos

APRIL 25, 2024

More Resources Home The Impact of Fast Fashion Giants On Air Cargo Eytan Buchman April 25, 2024 Navigating New Horizons: The Impact of Fast Fashion on Air Cargo Rates & Dynamics The intersection of fast fashion, globalized retail e-commerce, and air cargo logistics is coming to a head with Temu and Shein’s entrance to the US market. .

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QAD

APRIL 11, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the big “buzzwords” of 2024, which is a shame because the technology’s analytical capabilities have a lot to offer supply chain planners – if you can cut through the hype. How is AI Improving Supply Chain Management? I’m never one to jump on the bandwagon with emerging technologies.

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ivalua

MARCH 27, 2023

E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Wake Up AP, Before it’s Too Late! It’s already hit most Latin American countries, India, China and Italy, but the next big wave hits France in 2024. Instant invoice approval, no supplier inquiries, and no exceptions.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 2, 2024

ERP trends 2024 – achieving business success through the use of innovative technologies Now that Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are firmly established, we expect to see a massive take-up of these technologies by manufacturers in 2024. Technologies like AI and cloud, among others, enhance supply chain visibility.

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Resilinc

MAY 9, 2024

From antifragile supply chains to predictive AI and the need for more multi-value supply chains—the annual Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo conference left attendees and key C-Suite decision makers discussing trends and technology innovations contributing to the modernization of global supply chains.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 5, 2024

Supply chain sustainability might once have once seemed like a luxury: nice to have, but not a strategic imperative. Those days are over.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the availability of our latest recorded podcast episode: Risk Megatrends That Supply Chain Management Teams Should Anticipate in 2024. She is a founding member of the Global Supply Chain Resiliency Council and a member of the Advisory Board of MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares excerpts of our fifth prediction that will be included in our Annual 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Research Advisory. In this posting, we share excerpts of our fifth prediction.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 24, 2024

B2B and ERP Cloud based software provider SAP SE has announced the launch of a 2024 corporate restructuring program. The news came in conjunction with the global technology provider’s reporting of Q4-2023 and full-year 2023 financial performance which was highlighted in our prior Supply Chain Matters posting. That remains to be seen.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 25, 2024

With enough data from enough sources, it can be easy enough to triangulate and determine who is who.”[6] The post Data Privacy Day 2024 first appeared on Enterra Solutions. ” Retail Dive, 2 November 2022. [4] 6] Alan Morrison, “ There is no privacy. Get over it. ” Data Science Central, 30 March 2023.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the publishing of our latest recorded podcast episode: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Expect in 2024. Our podcast conversation focuses on business C-Suite expectations of supply chain leaders in the coming year.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 28, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides an updated news capsule follow-up relative to supply chain management and industry developments that we have shared previously on this blog. This start-up’s uniqueness is a vertically integrated supply network and production capability, one that is capital intensive. This week, the U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 25, 2024

The 2024 forecast compares to the sales growth of $5.1 Our Supply Chain Matters commentary highlighting NRF’s initial report actual 2023 holiday period sales indicated that core retail sales during the 2023 holiday season rose 3.8 CEO described that state of retail supply chains as much more stable than it has been in years.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 25, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides key highlights and added supply chain and production perspectives on Tesla ’s recent report of Q1-2024 financial performance. In the latter category, global vehicle inventory expressed in days of supply was reported as 28 days, compared to 15 days in the year-earlier quarter.

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crisp

APRIL 25, 2024

Supply chain efficiency and cost controls are top priorities in CPG earnings discussions as brands combat inflationary pressures and aim to maximize margins. And what’s in store for 2024? Campbell’s attributed much of its recent boost in adjusted gross profit margin to supply chain productivity improvements.

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ivalua

JANUARY 8, 2023

The German Supply Chain Act, or Lieferkettengesetz, is a new piece of legislation that came into effect January 2023 with an extended remit from January 1, 2024. However, the scope will be extended to companies that employ at least 1,000 employees from 1 January 2024. What Lieferkettengesetz Means for Procurement?

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Unleashed

APRIL 2, 2024

In this issue: The latest in global supply chain news Insights from an ecommerce niche-market pioneer Tips for reducing transportation costs Job opportunities from Sony, Patagonia, and more In supply chain headlines Food & Beverage sector sees continued growth and innovation. The F&B industry added 1.4

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 22, 2024

From a supply chain sourcing perspective, a consistent theme in media reporting has been exploration or hints for added Apple supply chain sourcing. Production currently sourced include products such as iPad , AirPod and the Apple Watch. Tesla has expressed some interest in supply chain production presence.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

Our Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech column has had a brisk start in our 2024 postings, and we have added this supplemental posting. In our initial 2024 posting last week, we highlighted two acquisitions related to supply chain technology providers.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Integrated Supply in 2024: Three Trends Reshaping the Industry When it comes to the three biggest trends within integrated supply this year, the need for accurate data is a common thread. AI will continue to make headlines in 2024, but within the world of integrated supply, it is already making a difference on the ground. “AI

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights the announcement from Airbus setting aggressive aircraft production and delivery targets for 2024. 2024 Production Goal This week, commercial aircraft manufacturer Airbus established a goal to deliver upwards of 800 commercial aircraft this year. All rights reserved.

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OptiProERP

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

While large corporations have been at the forefront of manufacturing sustainability initiatives, in 2024, more small and mid-sized manufacturers are expected to incorporate green initiatives, recognizing that sustainability is essential for their bottom line.

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Unleashed

MARCH 19, 2024

In this issue: The latest in global supply chain news 5 secrets you can steal for better cash flow Growth advice from the founder of a healthy soda brand Job opportunities from Fujitsu, Tesla, and more In the supply chain headlines Manufacturing profit margins recovering. UK pledges additional £120m to support low-carbon supply chains.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 14, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides highlights of the ASCM Supply Chain Professional 2024 Salaries and Careers Global Report released this week. The 2024 report represents the 7 th consecutive year. The 2024 total compensation median compares to $98,570 reported in the 2023 survey.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides what is likely to be a final commentary of the year 2023, now amounting to in excess of 270 authored commentaries. Episode 23 with our invited guest Radu Palamariu is titled: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Expect In 2024. All rights reserved.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

My 2024 predictions for these modes is that ocean shipping transformation will continue. That likely doesn’t matter though, because supply of the various fuels to replace fossil fuels will take many decades of investment to get near even 50% of the fuel used today. The expansion of wind, solar and even nuclear power has expanded.

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