Supply Chain Shaman
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
When I was a teenager, I spent afternoons after school with my dad. As he lost his vision to macular degeneration, he taught me to play chess. He loved chess, and I was a reluctant participant. I played because I loved my dad, but I never was good at the game. The continual lesson to me was never underestimate the power of the pawn. Pawn Definition: “A chess piece of the smallest size and value.
Freightos
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home November 21, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.
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Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
This year has been another wild one on the weather front. From wildfires in Greece and Hawaii to the tropical storm that dumped a record amount of rainfall on Los Angeles, extreme climate-related events have filled the headlines. Nevertheless, when candidates participating in the first Republican presidential debate were asked whether humans had contributed to climate change, journalist Neil Vigdor reports that the debate “quickly descended into personal attacks and obfuscation.”[1]
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Achieving resilience in supply chains is essential, but it's crucial to implement measures carefully so they do not hinder or conflict with other competing priorities.
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
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
By Pat McCarthy (pictured) Chief Revenue Officer at Precisely The post Powering distributor success with master data management appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
By Serge Schamschula (pictured) Head of Ecosystem at Transporeon The post Carbon reduction vs carbon offsetting: Choosing the right route for freight decarbonisation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Sphera said its tool gives businesses information regarding lead times for sourcing raw materials, risk events and real-time data on potential supply chain disruptions.
IT Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Security Breach Domino Effect: Software Supply Chain Impact appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
The Smart Software
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
This article is about the real power that comes from the collaboration between you and our software that happens at your fingertips. We often write about the software itself and what goes on “under the hood”. This time, the subject is how you should best team with the software. The post You Need to Team up with the Algorithms appeared first on Smart Software.
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.
BlueYonder
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
First, it’s Amazon Prime Day on Oct. 10 , then comes Black Friday on Nov. 24 , closely followed by Cyber Monday on Nov. 27. 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.
Shipsta
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
From unstable freight pricing to supply chain volatility, the world of freight procurement has taken a few knocks in recent years. But there’s good news - teams are fighting back w ith innovative technology. More and more leaders are leveraging advanced solutions to navigate the ever-changing landscape, streamline operations, and get steps ahead of the market.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Jeremy Tancredi, partner and leader of the Supply Chain Practice of West Monroe, recalls the plight that merchandisers found themselves in when they responded to a surge in demand during the pandemic, only to be left with excess inventory and capital equipment when it was over.
Supply Chain Matters
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
The National Retail Federation (NRF) anticipates that an estimated 182 million people are planning to shop in-store and online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year , according to a prospective shopper survey released last week. That number is noted as being 15 million more people than 2022 and is reportedly the highest estimate since NRF began tracking this data in 2017.
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American Global Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
"Errors using inadequate data are much less than those using no data at all." Charles Babbage. In today's digital era, the exponential growth of data has given rise to the concept of big data analytics. While big data offers immense opportunities for businesses, it also presents tough challenges. This article sheds light on some common challenges associated with big data, including data quality, security, and privacy concerns.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Unlock the Power of Concurrent Planning – 5 Best Practices Victoria Klimova Published Jun 29, 2023 The Future of Supply Chain Planning is Concurrent Concurrent planning can bring significant benefits to supply chain management. By enabling real-time visibility and collaboration, concurrent planning can improve response time, agility and cost optimization.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
When you partner with a fulfillment company, a great deal of work moves from your plate to their plate. But you’re footing the bill for those services and, therefore, should understand pick and pack fulfillment costs in order to assess the ROI of that relationship. That said, pick and pack pricing can be a bit of a black box. In this article, we'll take a peek inside the box.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Brick-and-mortar retailers are seeking out hi-tech ways of tracking the habits of flesh-and-blood shoppers while they’re in their stores.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
QAD
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
From Tesla the unicorn, China, why EVs aren’t consumer lead and why batteries may not be the only solution, Mark Gallivan sat down with Joe McCabe of AutoForecast Solutions at the Southern Automotive Conference 2023. When I spoke with Joe McCabe at the Southern Automotive Conference in Biloxi, Mississippi last month his eyes were darting this way and that as he got animated a bout the global automotive industry.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
For both medicines, shortages will get worse as the end of this year approaches, according to a letter to healthcare professionals published November 21 by the European Medicines Agency
Arena Solutions
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
In the past, validating computer software for automated processes has been a cumbersome, paperwork-intensive task with limited practical benefits. Excessive paperwork and inadequate validation methods have often led to inefficiency and ineffectiveness. However, today, the FDA recognizes that embracing digital capabilities enables manufacturers to reduce errors, optimize resources, and enhance patient safety.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Through the first ten months of 2023, the Port has processed 7,123,900 TEUs, which represents a 16.6% drop-off when compared to the same period in 2022.
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NFI
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Reading Time: 2 minutes A guest blog post by Richard Jung, Vice President, Port Services After weathering recent storms, the North American port ecosystem can expect improving stability alongside new complexities in 2024. The ebbs and flows of demand should return as excess inventory wanes in distribution centers, yet lasting economic uncertainty may temper volumes.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
The ship is equipped with a semi-automated INDOSAIL wind propulsion system, enabling it to reach a speed of roughly 12 knots with a sailing area of 500 square meters.
Loginext
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
This article outlines the various ways that delivery route optimization software can help your organization cut down on costs. By utilizing the software's features, you can optimize the number of deliveries that your logistics operation completes in a given time frame, minimizing travel time and increasing productivity. The post Empowering Operations Managers to Drastically Cut Costs with Delivery Route Optimization Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
A spokesperson for the car manufacturer said that the company commissioned two investigations into the mine to "examine social and environmental standards at the location.
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.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
When you partner with a fulfillment company, a great deal of work moves from your plate to their plate. You’ll want to understand fulfillment costs to assess the ROI of your relationship. In this blog post, we will examine pick and pack warehouse fees and give you a clear understanding of what these fees entail.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Business committee members said that the U.K. has a “limited window in the next three years to attract further investment into this sector.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
When you partner with a fulfillment company, a great deal of work moves from your plate to their plate. But you’re footing the bill for those services and, therefore, should understand pick and pack fulfillment costs in order to assess the ROI of that relationship. That said, pick and pack pricing can be a bit of a black box. In this article, we'll take a peek inside the box.
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