GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The state of the trucking market in 2021 is uncertain, filled with risk, and continues to evolve, making logistics management challenging.? Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. .

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QAD

JANUARY 18, 2024

In the dynamic realm of the automotive industry, the importance of risk management has reached new heights, compelling us to revisit and enhance our insights. Businesses today face a complex web of challenges, from material shortages to supply chain disruptions and cyber attacks.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

As we head into the holiday season, supply delays, logistics constraints and inflation are looming over shoppers and retailers—and the manufacturers and distributors who keep them in supply. The 2021 supply chain shortage is the story of our lives today, as the enormous bullwhip effect of COVID continues.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, having an efficient supply chain department is more important than ever. A streamlined supply chain can make a significant impact on the overall success of a business, improving operational efficiency, increasing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue growth.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2021

That was never more clear than during the past 14 months of the pandemic as goods continued moving to the right place at the right time. Logistics was genuinely essential to people being able to continue their lives, no matter how disrupted they were. That’s where the 4PL or managed transportation relationship comes into play.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 30, 2022

As supply chains continue to garner negative headlines — thanks to snarled transportation systems, closed factories, and product shortages — supply chain professionals are facing a future in which severe weather will continue to give them headaches. ” Supply Chain Climate Change Risks are Rising. .”

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The virus continues to compromise supply chains and disrupt companies at a troubling rate, but a re businesses prepared from a supply chain planning perspective? . The era of globalization has enabled supply chains to be broader and more connected. First reaction s to the outbreak .

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Resilinc

JUNE 11, 2023

Do you ever get confused when people use the terms supply chain risk management (SCRM) and supply chain resilience? It’s common to hear industry practitioners, stakeholders, solution providers, and analysts use these terms interchangeably; for example, an SCRM program and a supply chain resilience program.

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ModusLink Corporation

OCTOBER 16, 2023

3PL in Modern Supply Chains Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving global business landscape, supply chain management has become more complex than ever. Efficient Logistics Management: 3PL providers excel in managing logistics operations.

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Invata Intralogistics

MARCH 10, 2024

Global supply chains are more interconnected and complex than disruptions, and disruptions have become a typical challenge with the potential to cause significant operational and financial setbacks. From natural disasters and pandemics to trade wars and transportation bottlenecks, supply chains have vast risks.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 13, 2021

Supply chain disruption is a fact of life for every company that moves any type of product. Don’t expect to plan for every disruption; instead, develop a strategy to overcome supply chain disruption, regardless of the source. A resilient supply chain may be stretched to the max, but it doesn’t break.

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QAD

JANUARY 11, 2024

When You and Your Supply Chain Become the Weak Link Imagine your company as a Formula 1 racing driver. Failure in the supply chain is like the pit crew fumbling a tire during a stop and wasting precious seconds in an environment won in the margins. They will move their business elsewhere in a heartbeat!

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 8, 2024

In the world of business, managing inventory efficiently can make all the difference between success and struggle. In this blog, we’ll explore some key inventory optimization strategies that can benefit businesses of all sizes and industries. Read more on Optimizing Inventory and Lead Time Management on our website SCMDOJO!

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QAD

MARCH 14, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode wrap-up of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast, where Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I unravel the complexities and unveil the insights driving innovation in the automotive supply chain. A big thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way!

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QAD

APRIL 10, 2024

In today’s era of digital transformation, technology is imperative to mitigate the bullwhip effect within the supply chain. The bullwhip effect illustrates how minor shifts in consumer demand for a product magnify upstream in the supply chain. However, ensuring the quality of a forecast is not an easy task.

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Resilinc

APRIL 13, 2021

Part 4 – Institutionalize to ensure longevity and value. You may be part of an organization whose leaders understand that supply chain risk management (SCRM) is a strategic imperative, and your SCRM may already be mature and delivering a return on investment. INSTITUTIONALIZE TO ENSURE LONGEVITY AND VALUE.

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NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Communication is Essential for Supply Chain Leaders I had the pleasure of speaking with Jodie Clarke, Vice President of Procurement at Altria Client Services thisweek. Altria is mostly a domestic company, but has an extended global supply chain. Jodie also noted the importance of managing cyber-risk.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In this blog, explore vital tips paving the way for a prosperous career in supply chain management. Whether you’re a recent graduate or contemplating a career change, uncover key insights for establishing the groundwork of a thriving career in the dynamic world of supply chain. Lucky for you.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 15, 2024

Fortunately, a solution is emerging that not only relieves these pains but also transforms them into competitive advantages: AI forecasting, a paradigm shift in supply chain management. AI in supply chain forecasting is a game-changer. What is Supply Chain Forecasting?

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Ultimately, the timeline will vary based on the device’s intended use, risk, and classification. We also reveal how Arena’s expanded quality management capabilities help organizations overcome these setbacks to introduce products faster. 510(k) , premarket approval , CE certification ) can take up to one year.

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ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

A review of the key elements in supplier management for manufacturers and how Source-to-Pay procurement technology can support the journey towards supply chain resilience and agility in times of crisis. There are many supply chain management lessons to learn from the Covid-19 crisis.

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Arena Solutions

APRIL 16, 2024

Since 1970, EARTHDAY.ORG continues to raise public awareness and concern about conservation and sustainability for planet Earth. This year, April 22 marks the 55th anniversary of celebrating Earth Day. PTC gives manufacturers the power to create sustainably conscious products and drive environmental sustainability.

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ivalua

APRIL 13, 2021

In part 1 of this blog I looked at how procurement can actually create new revenue opportunities. Even in indirect purchasing, giving suppliers more flexibility in how they meet requirements can increase savings and sustainability. Ensuring Supply Chain Agility. Unlocking Supplier-Led Innovation.

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Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Strategic sourcing is a holistic approach to supply chain management that includes tactics for optimizing the total cost of ownership, improving supplier relationships, and ensuring long-term value creation. To enhance their competitive edge, companies across industries are adopting a key tactic: strategic sourcing.

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QAD

MAY 4, 2023

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and Odette International released the sixth version of the Materials Management Operations Guideline/Logistics Evaluation (MMOG/LE) assessment on April 1, 2023. The F3 criteria are core to the foundation of supply chain management. What is MMOG/LE?

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ThroughPut

APRIL 17, 2024

The use of artificial intelligence in supply chain management is only gaining more and more momentum with each passing year. At the same time, the global supply chain is also growing into a more complex ecosystem. There are enough and more challenges impacting supply chains worldwide today.

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HICX Solutions

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As an increasing number of organizations engage with vendors on a global level to fulfill their supply chains, the need for supply chain robustness has never been so critical. The Global Supply Chain Landscape: What is the current situation?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 6, 2022

In today’s business world, the success of a firm depends not only on its sales but also on the ability to manage its supply network and ensure it has the inventory it needs to deliver customer orders. There are ways to manage a supply chain amid disruptions but they require changes in the way the business works.

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QAD

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction, natural disasters, wars, scarcity of semiconductors, the energy crisis in Europe…are all examples showcasing the need to better manage and monitor your supplier base. How will your organization monitor and manage suppliers? Are the employees provided a living wage?

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Logility

OCTOBER 27, 2020

When you think about how much this has changed over the last 10, 20 or more years, it is quite dizzying. How did we ever survive!? That is because today’s supply chain operations are faster, more complex and less predictable than ever. It has been 13 years since the iPhone was introduced.

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QAD

AUGUST 3, 2023

APQP’s focus on customer needs ensures that products are developed and manufactured to fulfill those requirements, resulting in increasing customer satisfaction, improved customer loyalty and business competitiveness. What is APQP? During the early ’90s, standardized guidelines were established to enhance compliance with APQP protocols.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Hence, I thought it valuable to review why the Procure-to-Pay Process flow is so important today and, most importantly, how to realize the potential value of a successful digital transformation. As work has shifted from the office to the home, ensuring productivity while remote is essential. If true, that would be a real shame.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Supplier relationship management falls under the larger supply chain management function your business requires to operate. Not to be confused with supplier risk management, supplier relationship management refers more to effectively managing supplier relationships to achieve better business outcomes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 15, 2022

This blog will review how category managers and supply planners can use cluster analysis to make smarter decisions and grow sales. This blog will review how category managers and supply planners can use cluster analysis to make smarter decisions and grow sales. On average, we humans generate 2.5

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Taulia

AUGUST 29, 2023

Accordingly, by increasing supply chain efficiency, businesses can improve their ability to meet customer expectations, build resilience against supply chain risks, and enhance their working capital position. Source suppliers strategically Supply chains are ultimately made up of suppliers.

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Taulia

JULY 24, 2023

Supply chains are trending in the direction of complexity. While this shift has brought many benefits for companies, including the globalization of consumer demand, the increasing complexity of supply chains has also exposed new vulnerabilities. And it’s increasingly applicable throughout the supply chain.

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Resilinc

JUNE 21, 2023

The last time we compiled a list of supply chain book recommendations was in 2016 in our blog, 6 Books Every Supply Chain Professional Must Read. Back then, the world of supply chain in a pre-covid world looked quite different. A must-read for business leaders.

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