BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In May, thousands of Blue Yonder associates, customers and partners met in Las Vegas for ICON 2023, where we collectively discussed the enormous opportunity that’s presented to us right now as supply chain professionals. We’ll continue that discussion at ICON London , coming up on Oct. 11-13 – registration is now open ! For many years, supply chains have operated quietly in the background, given minimal thought or concern unless something went wrong.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Here are 7 considerations when building a TMS a business case, designed to focus on achieving a cost-effective deployment.

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The Network Effect

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

AI is big in supply chain management, but there are places it is ideally suited to, and other areas that are highly problematic. Ranjit Notani explains.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Unlock efficient inventory management with ABC classification. Learn the steps, benefits, and use SCMDOJO's tool for quick analysis.

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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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Logility

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply Chain Planning: The Gratifying Career Choice This is that time of the year when many people around me are getting ready to send their children off to college. That, combined with the last two years of massive supply chain breakdowns keep raising a question in my mind from time-to-time. Why don’t more kids want to grow up and solve the complexity of global supply chains?

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MercuryGate

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Amid global challenges, including pandemics and intricate supply chain issues, truck drivers’ commitment to their profession remains unwavering. That’s why MercuryGate focuses on empowering the nation’s truck drivers with leading carrier management tools. The post National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2023: Saluting & Supporting Heroes Who Keep Freight Moving appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Kroger said it has achieved “meaningful operational efficiencies” in its supply chain through improved transport capacity utilization and increased productivity in its warehouses and across its network.

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Tecsys

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) represents a pivotal milestone in the pharmaceutical industry, aimed at safeguarding the integrity of the drug supply chain in the United States. As the healthcare sector evolves and the complexities of drug distribution increase, understanding the terminology associated with the DSCSA becomes crucial for stakeholders across the board.

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

According to Michigan State University , “demand planning is a supply chain management process of forecasting, or predicting, the demand for products to ensure they can be delivered and satisfy customers. The goal is to strike a balance between having sufficient inventory levels to meet customer needs without having a surplus.” When deciding to strengthen your supply chain infrastructure , the question of roles and responsibilities of demand planning arises.

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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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NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Communication is Essential for Supply Chain Leaders I had the pleasure of speaking with Jodie Clarke, Vice President of Procurement at Altria Client Services thisweek. Jodie grew up in Western North Carolina and graduated from Virginia Tech with a Master’ of Science in Crop & Soil Environmental Science. Jodie started out as a contractor at Philip Morris, a subsidiary of Altria, out of graduate school, working in the Leaf division of the company, which sources tobacco for Philip Morris.

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Supply Chain Trend

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Seeing through the AI razzle dazzle Everything seems to be AI these days, which can become overwhelming when you have to think about how it can be used in your industry or business process. All whilst the market is screaming from all directions with their AI message. The AI razzle dazzle will continue. It will probably accelerate. Expect a ChatGPT every one or two years.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Managers of manufacturing and training operations will need to see a faster ROI if this technology hopes to become a staple of supply chains.

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Arena Solutions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

A recent Gartner study revealed that 73% of companies that bought an enterprise system regretted their purchase 1. In many instances, they reported that the offering failed to meet their expectations. This buyer’s remorse could have been avoided with more extensive technology and vendor evaluations. Software vendor reference checks can reveal how well the solution lives up to the vision marketed and sold.

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Supply Chain Management and Analytics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Fresh produce has a limited shelf life, often measured in days rather than weeks. This places tremendous pressure on fresh supply chains to minimize delays, disruptions, and damage at any stage of the supply chain. The post Delivering Maximum Freshness: What Supply Chains Must Overcome to Deliver on the Consumer Promise appeared first on Solvoyo.

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SphereWMS

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In the dynamic realm of logistics and supply chain management, understanding how to manage warehouse employees effectively is a critical success factor. The warehouse manager's role is pivotal, acting as the conductor orchestrating the symphony of operations that occur within the warehouse walls. This article delves into the intricacies of managing warehouse workers, focusing on the importance of employee engagement, task management, inventory control, and the role of technology in enhancing pro

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply Chain Matters updates readers on breaking news related to commercial aircraft engine producer Pratt & Whitney’s GTF aircraft engine flaws that are subject to added inspections and repairs. Background In early August we alerted Supply Chain Matters , and specifically our commercial aircraft industry readers, of an issue of engine component reliability issues concerning engine supplier Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbo fan (GTF) engines.

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Proxima

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) is still in its infancy, and yet the potential benefit to businesses stands to be great. For the legal industry, there are certainly widespread plans to use AI to drive greater operational benefits. Firms recognize the potential AI has to uproot the traditional way legal suppliers manage their corporate in-house work. Although email, CRM, meeting software, and other transactional technology have helped shape the way business is being conducted every day today, AI has

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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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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply chain shortages have led to frustration at the pharmacy counter for many this year. With critical cancer drug shortages in May and ADHD medication shortages continuing even into Fall 2023, it has been difficult for many to get the pharmaceuticals they need. Now, a new threat may throw a wrench in the already precarious pharma supply chain. By November 27, 2023, pharmaceutical supply chains must comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) by providing increased supply chain visi

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post Unlocking Efficiency and Innovation: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chain and Logistics appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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American Global Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Supply chain management plays a crucial role in the success of businesses across industries. It involves coordinating and integrating various activities, from procurement to production to distribution, to ensure the seamless flow of goods and services. In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, innovation has become a key driver of competitive advantage.

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Nicholas Hyett (pictured) Investment Manager, Wealth Club The post UK Labour Market: some signs of weakness but interest rate screw has further to turn appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

When it comes to implementing a transportation management system (TMS), a critical mistake many shippers make is setting the implementation budget and timeline based on a software vendors’ average implementation duration estimates. From there, many shippers will end up compounding the impact of this mistake by moving directly into implementation execution without a well-formed planning.

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post The 9 Best Strategies to Help You Improve Your Finances appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today’s dynamic Transportation & Mobility landscape, the pressure is on to innovate and provide new experiences for customers. Companies are racing to meet evolving demands, moving from mass production to mass customization and introducing electric, connected and autonomous vehicles to market—all while keeping costs low, embracing sustainability mandates and ensuring operational efficiency.

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IT Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

By Allen Brown (pictured) Content Writer The post Exploring the Benefits of Salesforce for Your Business appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Correlations can be interesting, even enlightening; however, scientists understand that correlation isn’t the same thing as causation. To highlight that point, Tyler Vigen , a Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), created a site called Spurious Correlations that highlights some interesting, if meaningless, correlations. For example, Vigen shows that, between 1999 and 2009, there was a strong correlation between U.S. crude oil imports from Norway and the number of drivers killed in coll

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Supply Chain Digest

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

UPS said in August that the heated discussions caused about 1.2 million packages per day of lost volume — either directly to competitors or new business that didn’t occur.

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