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Why Top LSPs Take A Supply Chain Orchestration Approach to Success

Talking Logistics

Logistics service providers (LSPs) face a unique challenge. In addition to the evolving customer demands within an increasingly global, networked, multi-channel supply chain, these professionals juggle a variety of clients with differing supply chain management needs. Many leading LSPs, such as DSV, CEVA, and GEODIS, have opted for a more holistic supply chain orchestration approach.

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Editor’s Choice: Reducing Lead Times with Real-Time Data

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Descartes Systems Group and looks at how companies can reduce lead times with real-time data. As so many of us were made aware since the pandemic lead times were stretched to extreme levels for many products globally.

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Food is Not Food if It’s Unsafe

Enterra Insights

We all need to eat. However, we rely heavily on the agricultural and food service sectors to ensure that the products we put into our bodies are safe to eat. If they’re not safe, they shouldn’t be called food. Food safety is currently a hot topic. Netflix recently released a documentary entitled “Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food.” The documentary is based on a book by best-selling author Jeff Benedict.

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Burberry – trading conditions worsen in the second quarter

IT Supply Chain

By Charlie Huggins (pictured) Manager of the Quality Shares Portfolio at Wealth Club The post Burberry – trading conditions worsen in the second quarter appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Sustainable Product Packaging Impacts Supply Chain Transformation

QAD

Multiple times a day across the globe, a similar conversation takes place. The subject of the conversation is one person giving a grocery list to another so they can stop at a market or store. Quite often, the person dictating the list to the other describes one or more of the products by a distinct characteristic of its packaging rather than by name.

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Specialized Food Inventory Software

My Office Apps

Differentiating Specialized Food Inventory Software: Beyond Standard Inventory Management Solutions Not all inventory management software is created equal. This guide illuminates the key differences between generic inventory solutions and specialized software tailored for the intricacies of the food industry. Discover how advanced features address specific needs like lot numbers, expiration dates, catch weight, and consumption control.

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How Integrated Resorts and Casinos Enhance Their Security with Facial Recognition

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J. Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post How Integrated Resorts and Casinos Enhance Their Security with Facial Recognition appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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5 Lucrative Value-Added Services for Wholesale Distribution and Manufacturing

BlueYonder

Over the last five years, B2B commerce has experienced one of the most significant inflection points in its history. Seismic shifts in buying behavior and customer expectations have fundamentally changed the rules of engagement. Omni-channel has been firmly positioned as the new industry standard, forcing wholesale distributors and manufacturers to release the brakes and embrace digital transformation to stay relevant.

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Don’t tell GenAI all Your Secrets: Leverage GenAI without Compromising Security

IT Supply Chain

By Anurag Lal (pictured) CEO, NetSfere The post Don’t tell GenAI all Your Secrets: Leverage GenAI without Compromising Security appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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2024 Annual T&L M&A Report

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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Migrating from Legacy ERP to Cloud-Based ERP and Its Impact on Data Collection Software

RFgen

The ERP landscape is changing. Businesses that have long relied on legacy ERP systems like Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), JD Edwards, SAP ECC, and Microsoft AX are now navigating the complex journey towards modern, cloud-based solutions such as Oracle Fusion Cloud , SAP S/4HANA Cloud , and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365). The move from a legacy ERP to a cloud-based ERP system is driven by the need for landscape simplification, enhanced flexibility, and the promise of a scalable, future-proof infra

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Mastering the Mind: Achieving Trading Success With A Trading Course

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Mastering the Mind: Achieving Trading Success With A Trading Course appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Epicor’s Announced Acquisition of Elite EXTRA

Supply Chain Matters

Mid-market focused ERP software technology provider Epicor today announced the acquisition of Elite EXTRA , a provider of Cloud -based last-mile delivery support. According to the announcement , this acquisition will complement and strengthen Epicor’s abilities to optimize last mile logistics across this provider’s supported vertical industries. It further expands the ERP software provider’s ability to support customers across make, move, sell and deliver business process and decision-making dim

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Unveiling the Future: Text-to-3D-Model AI Shoe Generation

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Unveiling the Future: Text-to-3D-Model AI Shoe Generation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Supplier Risk Management

HICX Solutions

Learn all you need to know about supplier risk management with our comprehensive guide that’ll help ensure your organization identifies & manages risks. Benefits of SRM: Boost your organization by identifying and averting supplier risks for a resilient supply chain. Risk Assessment: Create a strategy to assess minor and major supplier risks. Leverage Technology: Enhance vendor risk management through real-time tracking, automation, and data analytics.

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Securing Supply Chains Against Counterfeits in a Post-COVID World

Supply Chain Brain

The concept of supply chain security holds significant weight in today's global business landscape.

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Alibaba Postpones Spinout of Cloud Infrastructure Business

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters Breaking Technology News update, we alert readers to an unexpected announcement from China based online retail platform provider Alibaba. Alibaba Group Holding has called off a previous announced spinoff of its Cloud infrastructure hosting business, reportedly stunning investors and casting doubt on a significant corporate restructuring announced nine months prior.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for November 16, 2023

Supply Chain Digest

Garment Workers in Bangladesh Say No More Low Pay. Australian Ports Hit wth Cyber Attack. Jury Hands Amazon a Big Loss over Alleged Ignoring of Worker Abused by Others.

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More Than 40 New Manufacturers Join Configura’s Platform in 2023

More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.

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Case Study: Amware Helps Direct Seller Thrive

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you sell a premium product, customers expect a premium-quality order fulfillment experience. When that doesn't happen, the overall customer experience suffers.

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on Why is Logistics Outsourcng Spend Declining

Supply Chain Digest

Sharp Drop Since 2020, 3PL Study Finds

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The Hidden Cost of Plug-in Hybrid Fleets

Supply Chain Brain

The savings as well environmental benefits of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) vanish when fleet drivers fail to charge and become overly reliant on the gasoline engine.

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Data says Synergy Logistics multi-agent orchestration software, SnapControl, is game changer

SnapFulfil

Synergy Logistics, a leading innovator in warehouse technology, is reporting remarkable results with its groundbreaking multi-agent orchestration platform (MAO), SnapControl. This software solution empowers warehouses to achieve seamless and efficient control over all automation devices and robots within their distribution centers (DCs).

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Monetizing Analytics Features

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.

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Melrose Says Engine Snags Threaten Airbus, Boeing Delivery Goals

Supply Chain Brain

Peter Dilnot, who takes over as Melrose’s chief executive officer in March 2024, said that while the supply hitches are boosting after-market demand, they’re limiting planemakers’ ability to build jets.

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How Machine Learning is Reshaping Diverse Sectors with Practical Applications

SCMDOJO

When you think about machine learning, you might imagine robots learning as they interact with their surroundings. In numerous aspects, you’re not too far off. Within the specialized subject of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning refers to the ability of systems and machines to learn from their experiences and get better without explicit programming.

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Eli Lilly to Build $2.1B Factory in Germany

Supply Chain Brain

Sources that spoke to Reuters said the project would create over 1,000 jobs when including sub-contractors as well as suppliers in the region.

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Case Study: Staci Americas Helps Direct Seller Thrive

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

When you sell a premium product, customers expect a premium-quality order fulfillment experience. When that doesn't happen, the overall customer experience suffers.

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What is Mesh Networking Trends Report

This report details the capabilities of mesh networks, how they work, and the applications they thrive in supporting. Connectivity is necessary for optimal productivity, and mesh networking will soon be a significant provider of connectivity globally.

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October Marked Seventh Straight Month of Increased Spare Capacity

Supply Chain Brain

The survey showed that the extent to which supplier capacity went underutilized was higher in October 2023 than it was in September and August.

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A Guide to Mastering Inventory Planning & Management with StockTrim

StockTrim

Ah, the world of inventory management—where chaos can reign supreme if not managed well. But fear not! With the right tools and strategies, navigating the inventory labyrinth can be a breeze. In this guide, we’ll unravel the mysteries of inventory planning and management, spiced up with the superhero abilities of StockTrim, the inventory forecasting software that'll save the day!

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UAW Members Approve Deal with Mack Trucks

Supply Chain Brain

Mack Trucks said that the new contract will increase the average wages of UAW members by 36% over the life of the contract.

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