Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 3, 2018
When we think of strategists, we tend to think of men (C-level folks are still mostly men) with giant foreheads seeing things the rest of us cannot. But strategy is often more prosaic. For example, when it comes to supply chain strategy, there is a playbook that can be followed. The post A Playbook for Supply Chain Strategy appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 3, 2018
There is a lot of discussion today about digital transformation, including why it’s important and what the benefits can be. It would be nice if you could just press an “easy button” to be digitally transformed and have all of the supply chain visibility you need, but the reality is that there are many factors that go into making digital transformation a reality.
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Material Handling & Logistics
DECEMBER 3, 2018
In today’s instant-gratification world, consumers consider “almost right” completely wrong. When customers place an order, they expect perfection. Having grown accustomed to ordering online and waking up the next morning to the box on their porch, customers have high expectations that every order will be perfect. But manufacturers have long felt that perfect order performance is an admirable yet unattainable goal.
NFI
DECEMBER 3, 2018
This past year, NFI celebrated its 86th year in business. This year was one of innovation and technology, as NFI continued to invest in growing its capabilities and expertise. Here are some highlights from 2018: NFI Joins Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA) NFI became a member of Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA) in April 2018. Read More.
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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?
Supply Chain 24/7
DECEMBER 3, 2018
This year’s report features in-depth profiles of the five NextGen innovations having the greatest impact on supply chains; Robotics and Automation, Predictive Analytics, Internet of Things Sensors, Artificial Intelligence, Driverless Vehicles, and Drones.
Supply Chain Brief brings together the best content for supply chain and logistic professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
RFgen
DECEMBER 3, 2018
As technology progresses, organizations have been adding automation and electronic methods to increase productivity while maintaining optimal time management. Mobile data collection is an automated solution to help warehouses collect supply chain data at every stage of the distribution process using mobile devices that transact against your inventory management system in real time.
Supply Chain 24/7
DECEMBER 3, 2018
In its 2018 Annual Industry Report, MHI advises companies to “think big, but start small” when implementing new technology tools and systems.
NC State SCRC
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Today’s WSJ featured the list of the top 250 companies , a landmark ranking that uses the principles of the management guru, Peter Drucker to identify the most effectively managed companies. The list is a function of 37 different indices, that are a function of a series of “practices” as described by Rick Wartzman, director of the KH Moon Center for a Functioning Society, a part of the Drucker Institute.
Veridian Solutions
DECEMBER 3, 2018
E-commerce is on track to break records for sales around the globe in the 2018 holiday shopping season. Following the 2017 holiday shopping season, retailers grew significantly, and today, e-commerce makes up 17 percent of all retail sales in the U.S. Unfortunately, e-commerce means a higher rate of returns, but giving customers the ability to return online purchases to brick-and-mortar locations through e-commerce in-store returns is the key to unlocking greater success in the omnichannel custo
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
DECEMBER 3, 2018
As the market changes and competition grows, one area is becoming more of a focus for retailers than ever before, and that’s price optimization. How do we think about price optimization and what makes it so important? Read on for five quotes from three pricing experts who will make you think more about your own price optimization strategy: What makes pricing so important?
Veridian Solutions
DECEMBER 3, 2018
E-commerce is on track to break records for sales around the globe in the 2018 holiday shopping season. Following the 2017 holiday shopping season, retailers grew significantly, and today, e-commerce makes up 17 percent of all retail sales in the U.S. Unfortunately, e-commerce means a higher rate of returns, but giving customers the ability to return online purchases to brick-and-mortar locations through e-commerce in-store returns is the key to unlocking greater success in the omnichannel custo
RELEX Solutions
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Case Kolonial.no: Winning at Fresh Food Etail. Customers » Case Studies. Background & Targets. Kolonial.no is the largest online fresh food retailer in Norway and the fastest growing company in the sector in the Nordic region. It offers a wide selection of groceries, which are either delivered to customers home address or to a pick-up point. Kolonial.no had developed its own forecasting and replenishment system.
Supply Chain Digest
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Shared Goals and Gains Key to a Vested Relationship, University of Tennesse Researcher Says
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GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 3, 2018
In order to become a shipping coordinator, you will have to have a minimum of a high school degree. Some office work will help you obtain the position and if you want to go into management, you will need a college degree. Here are six tips on becoming a shipping coordinator. 1. Documentation As a shipping coordinator, you will need to keep many different types of documentation on file.
Supply Chain Digest
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Bad News for Many Automakers, as Mobility Services will Obviate Need to Own a Car
TrackVia
DECEMBER 3, 2018
The financial services industry isn’t necessarily synonymous with digital innovation, so most people would be surprised to know that digital banking in the US was actually introduced in New York in the early 80s (known as home banking then). While it’s true these early efforts never took off with consumers (mass market adoption of “online” banking wouldn’t happen until after Y2K fears passed), this fact serves to illustrate that financial institutions were among the first industries to embrace d
Supply Chain Digest
DECEMBER 3, 2018
China Owned Cosco Shipping said to be Tip of Spear in One Belt, One Road Strategy
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When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.
TradeGecko
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Once upon a time, private label clothing brands would first design clothes, market them, find buyers at department stores and chain retailers, fulfill orders, plan logistics to accommodate demand, and distribute to physical stores. Rinse and repeat.
Unleashed
DECEMBER 3, 2018
B2B is a different ball game compared to its B2C counterparts. However, in the eCommerce sphere, B2B customer expectations follows B2C shopper practices – and in a recent survey of 120 eCommerce professionals, more than 80% agreed. For this reason, and many others, it is vital that your B2B eCommerce site follows current best practices for both customer adoption and adoption by the business itself.
Insights Solutions Global
DECEMBER 3, 2018
In this post, we're going to talk about the manufacturing process of cables. Click in and learn it step by step, and meanwhile you can have a closer look at the inner structure of cables.
Rootstock
DECEMBER 3, 2018
This past August, Diginomica author and industry sage Brian Sommer wrote an important article about the cloud software industry titled “It’s 2018 so why isn’t my ERP vendor multi-tenant?” In the article, Brian cajoled ERP software providers and users of old legacy ERP systems to make the move to multi-tenanted, cloud ERP. I won’t elaborate on all the compelling business, financial and IT reasons to replace your legacy systems with cloud ERP, but if you make the move to the cloud, make sure you g
More than 40 manufacturers across the commercial interior, material handling, and kitchen and bath industries expand offers via Configura’s CET platform in 2023.
Insights Solutions Global
DECEMBER 3, 2018
What's between a great product idea and the big resolution to mass produce it? We believe product prototype is the word that you're looking for. In this post, you'll get to see what product prototype is and how you can make it the first step of your product development process.
ChainPoint
DECEMBER 3, 2018
ChainPoint's customer Tony's Chocolonely announced a partnership with Albert Heijn, the largest supermarket chain in the Netherlands, and Barry Callebaut, the largest chocolate manufacturer in the world. Albert Heijn will be the first partner to source cocoa beans based on Tony Chocolonely’s five sourcing principles.
Enterra Insights
DECEMBER 3, 2018
War hero and former President, Dwight D. Eisenhower, once said, “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.” That observation could just as easily have been made about supply chain operations. Like a battleground, the supply chain is complex and often shrouded in a situational awareness fog.
Loginext
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Here are the top 3 things that'll stay strong in 2019, shape how logistics is handled, and business is conducted across the globe. With the best delivery route planning software, logistics management would be more streamlined than ever before.
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,
Insights Solutions Global
DECEMBER 3, 2018
In this post, we're going to talk about the manufacturing process of cables. Click in and learn it step by step, and meanwhile you can have a closer look at the inner structure of cables. The post Manufacturing Process of Cables And Wires appeared first on Insight Solutions Global.
Intelligent Audit
DECEMBER 3, 2018
As expected, the two biggest shopping days of the year – Black Friday and Cyber Monday – smashed all previous records. While it was no surprise, the sheer volume of orders on these two days means that carriers will be even more inundated than usual come Christmas. This comes on the heels of a year that has been marked with historic rises in shipping costs and a slew of other pressures that have affected shipping.
Insights Solutions Global
DECEMBER 3, 2018
What's between a great product idea and the big resolution to mass produce it? We believe product prototype is the word that you're looking for. In this post, you'll get to see what product prototype is and how you can make it the first step of your product development process. The post What is a Prototype and How to Make a Prototype appeared first on Insight Solutions Global.
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