Demand Driven Technologies
JUNE 8, 2023
Let’s face it. As an avid Lean practitioner, I have an instinctive aversion to batch sizes. For a long time, I thought that the ideal would be that when a consumer needs something, it should be manufactured and made available, by the unit, almost immediately.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 8, 2023
Technology for All In a retail era dominated by e-commerce giants, customer expectations have shifted towards instant product delivery at no cost. To meet these demands and ensure superior delivery experiences, retailers and carriers must leverage last-mile delivery technology. Previously, only large companies such as Amazon and FedEx possessed the network and scale required for cost-effective same-day and next-day shipping.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
Will the dream of an "end-to-end" supply chain finally come true — and if so, what will make it happen? Sumit Dutta, partner and leader of the Americas supply chain market with EY, has the answer.
Proxima
JUNE 8, 2023
The growth of Tesla has been truly astonishing over the past decade, the company was founded in 2003 and in under 20 years has grown to be the largest producer of Electric Vehicles (EV’s) globally. Tesla is often pitted against its automotive rivals like Toyota, GM and BMW however Tesla in fact call themselves an automotive and clean energy company which may go some of the way to explain why their market capitalization is at least 3 times higher than its closest (automotive) competitor, Toyota,
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
About 88% of U.S.-based small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) will reorganize their supply chains to leverage suppliers in the U.S. or Mexico in 2023.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
U.S. and U.K. cybersecurity officials said that a Russian cyber-extortion group had hacked a file-transfer program known as MOVEit, which is used to securely share files.
RFgen
JUNE 8, 2023
Key Takeaways: Inventory management software with built-in automation has been found to increase accuracy and profits. There is no one-size-fits-all solution for inventory management software—it’s about the best product for your business objectives and industry. While manual inventory management is prone to cost-draining errors, mobile inventory solutions have been found to help companies achieve 99.9% accuracy and more.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
The structural flaws of global supply chains were exposed by COVID-19. But the origins of those problems date back much further than the pandemic.
Unleashed
JUNE 8, 2023
Behind every successful product business is a thoughtful procurement strategy designed to optimise the supplier management and purchasing process. This guide answers exactly what is procurement, how procurement works in a business , and which tools and strategies lead to supply chain success. In this guide to procurement: What is procurement? Procurement is the process of sourcing suppliers , negotiating sales terms, and purchasing the goods a company needs to run its daily operations.
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Supply Chain Matters
JUNE 8, 2023
This week, European and international business media is reporting that Europe’ s economy entered into recession in the first quarter of this year. After revising both previously reported Q4-2022 and Q1-2024 GDP data, the European statistics agency Eurostat reported today that the combined 20-nation GDP for euro sector fell at annualized rate 0.4 percent in Q1 , having further declined in Q4-2022 after new revisions.
IT Supply Chain
JUNE 8, 2023
By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post How Multiposting Tools Can Help You Reach More Qualified Candidates appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
Exiger Perspectives
JUNE 8, 2023
Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.
IT Supply Chain
JUNE 8, 2023
By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Data Preparation for Software Testing: Best Practices and Approaches appeared first on IT Supply Chain.
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Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
DELMIA Quintiq
JUNE 8, 2023
Virtual and augmented reality technologies are part of many conversations about how to “up your game” for manufacturing operations and shop floor activities. Specific applications in various areas significantly improve efficiency, accuracy, safety, and worker retention. However, it may not be readily apparent how to implement these solutions to achieve these benefits.
Enterra Insights
JUNE 8, 2023
Society seems to have an irresistible penchant to pigeonhole human beings — to place them in boxes in which they are expected to stay. It’s a habit we should have broken long ago. The late, great track athlete Wilma Rudolph once stated, “Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us.” As you might be aware, Rudolph suffered from polio as a child and wore a br
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 8, 2023
With warehouse workers difficult to find, consider using temporary warehouse robots instead of people this coming peak season. In this short video, Amware’s Austin Feagins examines the robots vs people alternative.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
Besides supplying European facilities with 50,000 tons of green steel annually, the two sides signed an MoU for the potential supply of green steel in North America too.
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Alloy
JUNE 8, 2023
A snapshot of the state of consumer brands' sales and inventory in June 2023, based on 40M SKU-location combinations across both retail and ecommerce in the Alloy.
TrackVia
JUNE 8, 2023
The advent of low-code solutions heralds a new era in software development that allows businesses to unlock untapped potential by democratizing access to application design and programming. As organizations strive for digital transformation amidst volatile economic conditions and rapid market changes, embracing no-code has emerged as a strategic imperative for Chief Information Officers (CIOs) who aim to maintain a competitive edge.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
Shipments of plug-in passenger vehicles surged to around 27 million units in 2023 as sales jumped in China and the U.S., offsetting slower growth in Europe.
Vinculum
JUNE 8, 2023
In an era of omnichannel retailing, where customers demand a smooth and personalized shopping experience, the endless aisle strategy has proven to be highly effective. By leveraging digital technology and combining online and offline channels, retailers can expand their product offerings beyond the constraints of physical store inventory. This not only provides customers with more options but also improves their overall shopping experience.
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Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
Items in the mismanaged inventories include ration packs, toiletries, light globes, clothing and parts for special pieces of military equipment.
I.C.E. Transport
JUNE 8, 2023
Shipping personal effects from USA to UK can seem like a daunting task, but with proper planning and knowledge of the process, it can be a smooth and hassle-free experience. Whether you are relocating, sending gifts or returning home, let this be your guide from packing to delivery.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
How should newly acquired or merged companies’ IT systems be replaced, reconnected or consolidated with those of the acquirer?
FLEXE
JUNE 8, 2023
Discover key insights from a recent Harvard Business Review Analytic Services report, sponsored by Flexe.
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
Chinese diplomats recently met with their European counterparts in Brussels and Beijing as part of a campaign to reportedly persuade officials to drop the Russian-based blacklist.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
BloombergNEF expects sodium to take market share from the cheapest, lowest-range end of the Chinese car market, potentially displacing 272,000 tons of demand for lithium by 2035.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 8, 2023
Forty-six percent of those interviewed said they viewed China as an “ally or necessary partner” compared to just 35% who saw Beijing as a “rival or adversary.
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