Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

Supply chain resilience is a hot topic the last few years since post-Covid issues and newsworthy incidents like the Houthi attacks in the red sea have raised awareness. The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore being struck by the Dali and collapsing is an unpredictable disruption to the supply chains of several industries including automobiles, coal, and agricultural machinery.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post by Veronica Turk from Loadsmart highlights a recent Talking Logistics episode with Adrian Gonzalez and George Swartz, Loadsmart’s VP.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

Nourhan Beyrouti and Joe Lynch discuss building a global logistics juggernaut. Nourhan is Global Chief Revenue Officer at AJEX Logistics Services , Saudi Arabia’s fastest growing transportation company. About Nourhan Beyrouti Nourhan Beyrouti , a seasoned professional with a global footprint, has an impressive track record in branding, corporate innovation, and real estate development, and global logistics technology.

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John Galt

APRIL 10, 2024

Decision intelligence is powered by enabling technology like AI and machine learning to help inform and shape supply chain decisions. Learn more.

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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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West Coast and California Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

An article in SupplyChainBrain identifies the strategies, tactics and technologies that will drive supply chain success in 2024 and beyond. These include ongoing concerns like tackling the labor shortage and longer-term initiatives like embracing sustainability.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

Supplier diversity programs are not only good for society; they’re crucial to enhancing supply chain competitiveness, risk mitigation and cost reduction for businesses.

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Stord

APRIL 10, 2024

Stord’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) Also Named Market Leader Again ATLANTA, April 10, 2024 – Stord , a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and supply chain technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced today that its Order Management System (OMS), Stord One Commerce , has been named a Leader in the Order Management Software Category by G2 , the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace.

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 10, 2024

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post Achieving Labelling Perfection: Tips for Precision and Accuracy appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

Supply chain leaders are under more pressure than ever to lower costs, expand margins, and balance growth and profitability — all while facing skilled labor shortages and rising materials and logistics costs.

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IT Supply Chain

APRIL 10, 2024

By Alex Fishlock (pictured) CEO, Catapult The post How not to do data migrations appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

Companies acting alone in responding to food recalls, rather than collaborating with supply chain partners, are only prolonging the exposure of compromised products in the marketplace.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 10, 2024

Supply Chain Matters calls reader attention to a report by Bloomberg indicating that upwards of 14 percent of Apple iPhone production, equating to $14 billion, is now being produced within India. Background Throughout 2022 and 2023, we have highlighted for readers the various indications of Apple’s unfolding China Plus sourcing moves. That culminated in our research arm’s published December 2023 Supply Chain Matters update, Apple’s Unfolding China Plus Sourcing Strategy for iPhone Production.

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 10, 2024

I recently sat on an ASTM F49 Committee Meeting on supply chain standards (I serve as the pro bono secretary for the committee). ASTM International is a standards development organization (SDO) that has been recognized as an international standards developer by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). In October 2022, ASTM International established the F49 Technical Committee on Digital Information in the 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.

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QAD

APRIL 10, 2024

In today’s era of digital transformation, technology is imperative to mitigate the bullwhip effect within the supply chain. The bullwhip effect illustrates how minor shifts in consumer demand for a product magnify upstream in the supply chain. Thus, it can impact the efficiency of operations and increase inventory carrying costs. The adoption of demand forecasting tools can help overcome the challenges of demand fluctuation in a timely manner.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

The Saga Card offers real-time inventory data at the city, region, and country level for pharmaceutical providers.

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Adexa

APRIL 10, 2024

Supply Chain Planning – If Ain’t Real-time Why Bother? Most supply chain leaders would agree that supply chain disruptions are not exceptions anymore and they have to be considered as part of the plan. In fact, the so-called antifragile planning implies that exceptions and disruptions should be considered in the plan such that we benefit from them; and not just be resilient to them.

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Supply Chain Digest

APRIL 10, 2024

Amazon Labor Union Shaky Finances. NRF Says Economy to be Lukewarm. Reaching Peak Oil Demand.

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AIMMS

APRIL 10, 2024

The power of AIMMS in the field of mathematical optimization is undeniable. Our new users shared their experiences using AIMMS.

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Supply Chain Digest

APRIL 10, 2024

Someone Ought to Tell China Companies are Supposedly Leaving

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

Of those surveyed, 39% said that extreme weather events have been their chief concern in 2024, the most of any category.

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Loginext

APRIL 10, 2024

During this festive period, restaurants experience a surge in orders as families gather to share meals. However, ensuring timely deliveries amidst the increased demand can be a challenge. That's where LogiNext's delivery management software comes in handy. The post Role of Delivery Management Software Ensuring Timely Deliveries During Eid Al Fitr appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

Margin management is key to all businesses, but it's especially critical in the world of third-party logistics providers, says Nate Endicott, senior vice president of growth with Enveyo.

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I.C.E. Transport

APRIL 10, 2024

In international out of gauge cargo shipping, equipment doesn’t fit neatly into a container. And guess what? It doesn’t fit neatly into any standard shipping process, either. Let’s face it, the world’s cargo infrastructure is designed around shipping standard containers in a uniform way. Larger equipment falls outside the norm and adds shipping complexity, cost, and significant risk versus standard cargo.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

The safety board says it is currently examining data on the Dali container ship's electronic power system and circuit breakers.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 10, 2024

The whistleblower identified problems with sections of the fuselage of the 787 Dreamliner, which he claimed were not fastened together correctly.

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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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