Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2020

The rug has been pulled out from beneath us. Doing things the same way we’ve always done them will no longer serve us, so we can’t simply put it back in its place. In fact, the definition of pulling the rug out from underneath someone is that doing so causes their plans to fail, because they have little recourse or time to respond adequately. It’s a fitting metaphor for the world’s supply chains, which have […].

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 2, 2020

In today’s world, it isn’t really all that hard to imagine how technology is going to continue to change our lives. What’s probably harder is imagining going back to a time before technology and trying to imagine yourself adjusting to that lifestyle. For many of us, not only is it hard to imagine, but it.read More. The post The Growing Role of AI in Supply Chain Management appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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DynaSys

JUNE 2, 2020

The emergence of COVID – 19 impacts the foundations of the economy and society that we know. The supply chain is no different as we see the current global model falter. The appearance of the virus has burst with force impacting all the actors involved in the supply chain, in this article those elements that are most impacted will be highlighted.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 2, 2020

When I was six, my mother volunteered me for a new polio vaccine trial. It was risky, but my determined mother took a chance. She believed in science and patted my shoulder reassuringly as I rolled up my sleeve. During my toddler years, polio fear gripped the nation. Mothers, anxious that children would catch the disease swimming, kept families secluded indoors in the sweltering heat in the days before air conditioning.

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While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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Logility

JUNE 2, 2020

The fundamental challenge in retail is one of balance. More specifically, balancing the need to achieve the company’s fiscal objectives, execute effectively at the store level and satisfy customers. The sheer complexity of modern omni-channel retailing makes this difficult. Given how critical this balance is, I am amazed when I hear many retailers rely on a combination of spreadsheets and assumptions to drive the plan.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 2, 2020

The best way to deal with volatile conditions is to know what’s happening in real time at the most vulnerable touchpoints of your supply chain.

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CHAINalytics

JUNE 2, 2020

The ongoing pandemic highlights the need for companies to make quick and accurate “what-if” decisions concerning their supply chains. However, it can take several months to create a network model from scratch. And even then, it may be hard for leaders to buy into the results without using a proven approach. As recent events demonstrate, … The post Repurpose Your Network Model to Make Rapid Decisions appeared first on Chainalytics.

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Prophetic Technology

JUNE 2, 2020

We could not imagine the tremendous impact COVID-19 have had on our Supply Chains ( SCs ,) and the grave consequences of this outbreak on multiple businesses. Fear has paralysed several companies to rapidly responsD to the catastrophic outcomes.

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RFgen

JUNE 2, 2020

Overview. RFID tags and mobile barcoding both collect data that can be retrieved with a scanner. RFID tags hold more data but are more expensive. Barcodes hold less data but are less expensive and more universal. When evaluating RFID vs barcoding, consider use, cost and type of inventory. With more manufacturers adopting RFID and mobile barcoding, you may be wondering which is the best choice for your enterprise.

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Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Prophetic Technology

JUNE 2, 2020

Prescriptive Analytics turns you into a Strategic Business partner through the transformational-value of your business. Prescriptive Analytics nowadays has good market penetrations, and it is likely to extend even further by 2020.

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ITradeNetwork

JUNE 2, 2020

We are happy to announce that our new Donations forum is live on iTradeMarketplace. As an extension of our recent partnership with Uber Freight , iTradeMarketplace users can now donate produce to Feeding America food banks using Uber Freight via our site with zero shipping charges.

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RFgen

JUNE 2, 2020

Overview. RFID tags and mobile barcoding both collect data that can be retrieved with a scanner. RFID tags hold more data but are more expensive. Barcodes hold less data but are less expensive and more universal. When evaluating RFID vs barcoding, consider use, cost and type of inventory. With more manufacturers adopting RFID and mobile barcoding, you may be wondering which is the best choice for your enterprise.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 2, 2020

What is Just-in-time Manufacturing? Just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing is described as a production model in which products and services are produced to meet specific demand and not necessarily created in surplus, in deficit, or in advance of actual need. The purpose of JIT manufacturing is to avoid the waste associated with overproduction, holding stocks and excess inventory, to help manufacturers control the process variability and help increase productivity while lowering costs.

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In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 2, 2020

This is really a common question I encounter. How can I get a Supply Chain job in Australia, or Canada, or the USA? Well in this video, I’ll give you some tips based on my experience living in Australia and dealing with overseas applicants for jobs: Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out? Robobyrne: Tips for Getting a Job in Supply Chain Operations or Management.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 2, 2020

What is Just-in-time Manufacturing? Just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing is described as a production model in which products and services are produced to meet specific demand and not necessarily created in surplus, in deficit, or in advance of actual need. The purpose of JIT manufacturing is to avoid the waste associated with overproduction, holding stocks and excess inventory, to help manufacturers control the process variability and help increase productivity while lowering costs.

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TPSynergy

JUNE 2, 2020

For as long as supply chains have existed, so too have there been disruptions. Natural disasters, including tornadoes, earthquakes, and floods, along with financial crises, have the power to completely shut down supply chains for indeterminate periods of time. Over the past few months, however, the recent coronavirus outbreak has proved to be completely novel in the way it impacts the modern distribution of the world.

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 2, 2020

The unexpected upheaval to domestic commerce has thrown a wrench into many businesses’ 2020 plans. Vendors have had to overcome a multitude of issues since the COVID-19 outbreak began early this year. With the turmoil, like office closures and supply chain disruptions, many have looked for consistency. While that thought is understandable, it should not necessarily extend to your logistics partnerships.

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Vanguard Software

JUNE 2, 2020

Without a clear picture of where items were in the supply chain process before things were halted, restarting a global supply chain seems like a daunting task.

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American Global Logistics

JUNE 2, 2020

The aftereffects of Covid-19 have thrashed global air freight supply chains. As a result, volatility, and uncertainty prevail at unprecedented levels. This aggravates air freight’s operating environment. Availability of capacity is unpredictable, making pricing erratic. For example, since February 2020, spot rates for China – Europe have increased 272%.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

JUNE 2, 2020

U.S. businesses are getting back to work with a set of new supply chains and they’re already facing concerns over distribution and pricing. Manufacturers are racing to crank out hand sanitizer, masks and clear plastic dividers, the WSJ’s Sharon Terlep and Austen Hufford report, as the products emerge as integral elements for restarting the U.S. economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

JUNE 2, 2020

Exertis, the route-to-market and supply chain partner for global technology brands across consumer, business and enterprise, has appointed Jamie Brothwell as commercial director and Sam Williams as sales director for its accessories business. Both will report to Mike Buley, Exertis consumer managing director.

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Organizations look to embedded analytics to provide greater self-service for users, introduce AI capabilities, offer better insight into data, and provide customizable dashboards that present data in a visually pleasing, easy-to-access format. To better understand the factors behind the decision to build or buy analytics, insightsoftware partnered with Hanover Research to survey IT, software development, and analytics professionals on why they make the embedded analytics choices they do.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 2, 2020

Manufacturing Sector Continues to Contract but Up a Bit from April, while Fed Bank Sees Q2 GDP Fall of more than 50 Percent

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ivalua

JUNE 2, 2020

The post When: 6/18/2020<br>Steps Governments Can Take to Bring Resiliency to Their Supply Chain appeared first on Ivalua.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 2, 2020

Certification at Each Handoff would Enable Consumers to See Product Geneology in Detail and Trust the Data

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DAT Solutions

JUNE 2, 2020

Truckload markets have been on the rebound for the past three weeks, but the pace of recovery sped up last week. The combination of the shorter work week and the end of the month made truck capacity harder to find, which meant freight brokers and shippers paid more for truckload shipments.

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 2, 2020

A detailed look at the methodology behind the Top 25

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 2, 2020

Motivated by the novel coronavirus pandemic, and not doing my normal amount of traveling, I have been reading books about leadership in times of crisis. The pandemic has presented leaders of all types with a range of navigational, operational, and inspirational challenges. Periodically, my friends and colleagues discuss books and other materials that are relevant to our times and our company.

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ivalua

JUNE 2, 2020

The post NCMA Virtual World Congress 2020<br>When: July 27-29 appeared first on Ivalua.

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