ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Optimize. /??pt?m??z/. verb. 1. make the best or most effective use of (a situation or resource). (Oxford Languages). One of the hardest parts of my job is helping customers get to grips with complex, counterintuitive supply chain concepts. Take the “ bullwhip effect ”: a key principle that’s so counterintuitive a “Beer Game” simulation was invented to prove to doubters the extent to which even minor fluctuations in demand can cause chaos upstream.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Customer experience once demanded extensive outbound optimization—often leaving inbound as an afterthought. Then COVID-19 happened. Now inbound is becoming stronger than ever, and connectivity is helping. I love my job and think the intersection of technology and the supply chain, with all of its importance and global, limitless possibilities, is both interesting and intellectually engaging.

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C3 Solutions

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Dock management is continuously changing. While traditional strategies relied on manual processes, digital transformation holds the power to reap significant gains through automated scheduling software and the breakdown of organizational silos. In fact, take a look at these reasons automation and storage solutions are the next frontiers to gain more effective management.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 20, 2020

What does supply chain performance mean and how can technology partnerships help you achieve this? Partnership is often used and abused. It’s all about finding the right partner who truly understands your supply chain and provides solutions to achieve your business objectives, regardless of the size of the partner. In this live panel session on Nov 12, we have the industry experts from Blue Yonder , the leading supply chain platform provider, and Smartlinks , a Blue Yonder consulting partner t

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Advertiser: GEP

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Logility

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Recently I had the pleasure to sit down with our own Kevin McInturff, executive vice president of R&D following his fireside chat at Disruption RX with Mark Balte, senior vice president of product innovation. The two discussed the challenges companies have faced in the past year and the road ahead. I found the conversation fascinating and thought I would share a few excerpts of it with you.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

OCTOBER 20, 2020

It was with great admiration and a touch of satisfaction that development leadership within UltraShipTMS watched the record-setting IPO of cloud-based analytic data warehousing startup, Snowflake last month. Admiration at how Snowflake succeeded by anticipating and meeting the mushrooming need of businesses seeking to leverage the data stored in their enterprise information systems to feed AI and other Big Data programs.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Inventory Control Techniques that use Stock Optimization Best Practices. There are hundreds of inventory control blog posts on how to organize warehouses, track goods and pick and pack efficiently. So we thought we’d focus on the lesser known topic of ‘stock optimization’ – this is an inventory control technique that’s becoming more popular with inventory managers to improve the efficiency of their supply chain.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

By David Mascitto (pictured). Retail E-commerce Supply Chain Product Marketing, Tecsys. The post The Most Unpredictable Time of the Year: 2020 Holiday Retail Strategies appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Prophetic Technology

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Maintaining a successful Supply Chain (SC) lies in the ability of shippers, carriers, brokers, and logistics service providers (LSPs) to share information and work together. The use of a global Transport Management System (TMS) is one way in which companies can achieve this goal.

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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 Brain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

This year is an invitation for businesses to leverage weaknesses, adjust strategies and work toward a more agile future.

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Freight Center

OCTOBER 20, 2020

There’s never any shortage of talk about artificial intelligence revolutionizing industries. The freight trucking business is no different. While trucking will very likely never be 100% machine-operated, combining the human touch with the latest and greatest cutting-edge technology will take logistics, supply chains and trucking to new heights and make shipping freight easier for shippers and drivers everywhere.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

By Louisa Hosegood (pictured). Digital & Strategy Director at Bis Henderson Consulting. The post Gain Competitive Advantage Through Collaborative Relationships appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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HICX Solutions

OCTOBER 20, 2020

In the final interview in our series on ‘ Solving the Procurement Data Dilemma ,’ Gren Manuel speaks to Nic Walden. Nic leads the procurement executive advisory programme in the UK for consultancy The Hackett Group. In this role Nic works with senior executives from some of the world’s leading companies to guide their transformation, and provide top quartile performance insight, research and networking for their procurement functions.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Supply Chain KPIs is the most popular topic on our Supply Chain Blog, LinkedIn, Youtube channel and on any social media accounts we have! So, we will share a recorded 1-hour webinar, all about Supply Chain key performance indicators. You can check it out right here: [link]. Watch this video as well: Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out?

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

By Xia Huiling (pictured). Founder & CEO of LiBiao Robot. The post It’s time to take a robotic approach to sortation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Gravity Supply Chain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Track freight to increase efficiency and profit margins by deploying real-time, shipment tracker, supply chain technology like Gravity’s Solution. Leave a Reply [contact-form-7].

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Maine Pointe

OCTOBER 20, 2020

In the first of a four-part series on the resilient, agile, digitally enabled supply chain of the future, Nathanael Powrie , EVP Data Analytics and Simon Knowles, Chief Marketing Officer, answer some frequently asked questions. They consider what it attempts to accomplish and, as businesses look to the future, explain why they believe it is integral to short, mid and long-term resilience, agility and risk reduction.

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Tecsys

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Retailers must deploy creative tactics to remain competitive, build customer loyalty and get a piece of the holiday pie. We’re sharing some strategies to help prepare your retail business for an unpredictable season. The post 4 Ways to Prepare Your Retail Supply Chain for an Unpredictable Holiday Season appeared first on Tecsys.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The third annual FreightTech 100 award recipients are now publicly viewable on FreightWaves. And it comes as no surprise that Intelligent Audit secured a spot in the list for the third straight year, meaning Intelligent Audit has won recognition for all years since FreightTech 100’s inception. As companies look to rethink their strategies, such as FedEx’s changing time commitments or UPS increases to match USPS rates, knowing the value of Intelligent Audit’s inclusion on the FreightTech 100 is g

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Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Technology is currently being rapidly integrated across every business sector with logistics undoubtedly being no exception.? . Many think of its application in the supply chain as a one-size-fits-all solution to industry issues; however, that is often a futuristic hope than a current snapshot. . Where technological trends have the most significant impact in today’s logistics landscape is pragmatic productivity and performance visibility tools. .

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HICX Solutions

OCTOBER 20, 2020

In the final interview in our series on ‘ Solving the Procurement Data Dilemma ,’ Gren Manuel speaks to Nic Walden. Nic leads the procurement executive advisory programme in the UK for consultancy The Hackett Group. In this role Nic works with senior executives from some of the world’s leading companies to guide their transformation, and provide top quartile performance insight, research and networking for their procurement functions.

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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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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

By Ramsés Gallego (pictured). Security, Risk & Governance International Director, Micro Focus. The post 48% of UK organisations have a basic cybersecurity skills gap appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Companies must put a lot of thought into transforming their TMS. There are many things to consider when they need to evolve systems of record. Taking the leap of faith and opting to choose an automated TMS can be tricky. Luckily, there are many resources out there that can help identify the correct automated TMS.read More. The post How to Choose an Automated TMS | 9 Things To Know appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 20, 2020

By Ramsés Gallego (pictured). Security, Risk & Governance International Director, Micro Focus. The post Tools & frameworks to effectively deal with an expanding attack surface should be a top priority for every enterprise appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2020

My to-do list has included one incomplete item since mid-September, one glaring blank spot where a big green checkmark belongs. That to-do item is “Start Christmas shopping.” Typically, my efforts toward buying holiday gifts for friends and family begin near the end of November, coinciding with the American Thanksgiving holiday. Rarely have I attended a Black Friday event on the day, but the commercials and promotions really get me into the holiday shopping mood.

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Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Supply Chain Digest

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Deal to Go Public without Usual IPO Process Values Company at Over 2 Billion Dollars

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Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The focus of this article is on indirect distribution. Previously, I have discussed how to achieve Route to Market (RtM) Excellence by effectively using the different types of distribution, our DIME approach, and specifically Direct and Indirect distribution models in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods / Consumer Packaged Goods environment.

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Supply Chain Digest

OCTOBER 20, 2020

From Fork Trucks to Packaged Software, MHI Expert Panel Lists it Top 10 Innovations

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